How We Built a Kayak Expedition From the Inside Out Most adventure trips in Komodo are designed by people who’ve visited. This one was built by people who stayed. The Komodo Archipelago sits between two oceans. To the south, the Indian Ocean. To the north, the Pacific. They meet in a tangle of narrow straits...Read More

How we design low‑leakage, community‑benefitting hiking & yoga trips in Bali – and why it makes business sense. Tourism to Indonesia is booming again. Bali alone receives more than half of the country’s international arrivals, and the global conversation is full of big numbers: record visitors, record flights, record spend. But behind the headlines there...Read More

Indonesia’s UNESCO intangible cultural heritage reveals a side of the country that monuments alone cannot explain. From Wayang and Batik to Jamu and Gamelan, these living traditions help guests understand Indonesia in a deeper and more meaningful way.Read More

Flores doesn’t get the headlines it deserves. Most visitors fly into Labuan Bajo, board a boat to watch Komodo Dragons, and leave. Birders know better. Spend two weeks crossing this island from west to east — from the mangroves of the coast to the volcanic crater lakes of Kelimutu — and you’re looking at more...Read More

When people hear “UNESCO” in Indonesia, they usually think of temples, monuments, or a handful of famous national parks. That makes sense, but it leaves out some of the most revealing landscapes in the country. We like to consider places beyond these, and include the experience of visiting them. For us, UNESCO Global Geoparks are...Read More

Beyond Borobudur: Discovering Indonesia’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Geoparks, and Living Cultural Heritage Borobudur Temple in Central Java, Indonesia’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage Site Indonesia holds ten UNESCO World Heritage Sites, twelve intangible cultural heritage designations, twelve UNESCO Global Geoparks, and multiple biosphere reserves, yet most travelers I meet know only Borobudur. This vast...Read More

Reog Ponorogo is listed as an important part of the intangible cultural heritage of Indonesia by UNESCO. – Never heard of it? Very few people outside of Indonesia have…and honestly many people IN Indonesia haven’t either! And it is listed as needing urgent protection. This is an amazing country, and there is so much diversity...Read More

At Wicked Adventures, we’re proud to announce our groundbreaking Animal Protection Policy, making us the first travel company in Indonesia to join the World Animal Protection network. This milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to responsible tourism and the preservation of Indonesia’s rich biodiversity. Championing Animal Welfare in Indonesian Tourism As pioneers in ethical travel within...Read More

We are thrilled to announce that Wicked Adventures has officially achieved Travelife Partner status, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to sustainable and responsible tourism. This recognition not only validates our efforts but also aligns perfectly with our core values and passions for creating positive impact through travel. What is Travelife Partner Status?...Read More

The Manggarai people of Flores, Indonesia, have a rich cultural heritage that spans centuries, encompassing unique beliefs, traditions, and folklore. While the village of Wae Rebo has gained international recognition, it represents just one facet of the broader Manggarai culture. As this is where and why we started Wicked Adventures – we will delve deeper...Read More