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4 Days/3 Nights Meet the Menthawans

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4 Days/3 Nights Meet the Menthawans

About this activity

We take you to meet the flower men, the people of the Mentawais, in the heart of Siberut National Park in Indonesia.

Saturday Fast Boat Departures from Padang (Mentawai fast)

The Mentawais live in the jungle in harmony with nature. They are animists and believe that everything has a soul and adorns themselves with tattoos and jewelry. Their tattoos are known to be among the oldest in the world.

Explore this fascinating people on an adventure. Come and meet the last flower men, the shamans of Siberut. Come and share a small part of their lives with respect and tolerance.

With them you will discover their unique way of life and close to nature, follow their daily Things to do like preparing sago, their staple food, or fishing in the river. But above all this stay will be rich in sharing with the family that will welcome you.

3% of the amount of the stay donated to Shama association.

What's included

  • ✓Private transportation
  • ✓English speaking guide
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Fast boat (Mentawai fast go and back)
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Gift for Mentawai (cigarettes), donation 3% donation to Kolibri association
  • ✓Permit to ask to local authority to enter Siberut National park
  • ✓Porters (food)

Not included

  • ✕Hôtels in Padang
  • ✕Personals expenses, tips
  • ✕Soft drinks, beers, alcohol
  • ✕Insurance

Meeting and pickup

  • At Muaro Padang harbor where the fast boat leaves to Siberut.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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