Wae Rebo is an old Manggaraian village, situated in pleasant, isolated mountain scenery. Hidden away in a long dormant volcanic caldera on Flores, the village offers visitors a unique opportunity to see authentic Manggarai housing and to experience the everyday life of the local community. In the village of Wae Rebo, visitors can see mbaru niang...Read More

Bali can be a delight – and even overwhelming to visitors. There are the main tourist areas, the beaches, even some familiar brand name stores and restaurants. There are the remote hills and forest we visit on our Bali Trekking tours. But ever-present among these are found some signs of the Balinese traditions and heritage....Read More

The Chicken Church, known as Gereja Ayam (Literally Chicken Church!), is an unusual and eye-catching building located in the Magelang Regency of Central Java, Indonesia. With its massive chicken-like shape and colorful exterior, this structure stands out dramatically amidst the lush jungles surrounding it. Though it has a humorous appearance, the Chicken Church has a...Read More

Every Sunday our dining area is filled with giggles, yelling, drawing, cats, children, teenagers, books, art supplies, raised hands, and learning. If you’d told me 6 months ago that we would have a regular attendance of kids show up, on time, every week for English lessons – I would have laughed. If you have ever...Read More

Wae Rebo is an old Manggaraian village, situated in pleasant, isolated mountain scenery. The village offers visitors a unique opportunity to see authentic Manggarai housing and to experience the everyday life of the local community. In the village of Wae Rebo, visitors can see mbaru niang – traditional, circular cone-shaped houses with very unique architecture. Nowadays,...Read More

Hammerhead Shark Research Expedition in the Banda Sea: A 2017 Adventure In September 2017, our team of amateur marine biology enthusiasts and passionate divers embarked on a thrilling 14-day expedition across the Banda Sea. Our mission: to study and document the elusive scalloped hammerhead sharks while exploring the rich biodiversity of this remote Indonesian paradise....Read More

Bathing in Indonesia: The Art of the Mandi Indonesia, a vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands, is a country of contrasts. While its major cities boast modern amenities, a significant portion of its population still resides in rural areas where traditional practices prevail. One such practice that has stood the test of time is the...Read More

Traveling can be so exhausting for some people. Yes, it is full with excitement and lots of new experiences. But we can’t close our eyes that traveling can brings us to heaven or hell, mostly because what we will encounter are different with what normally we face back home. For 11 young people in our...Read More

“We will wake you up guys at 4 morning!” Lianne, one of the guide for Wicked Adventures shouted to the group. Some of them listened in shock when they hear about the time. After two days in a row for such a long journey from Denmark to Denpasar, Bali, then Denpasar to Ende, Flores, it...Read More

Komodo dragons have long captured the world’s imagination with their imposing size and fearsome reputation. These ancient reptiles, found only on a handful of Indonesian islands, are shrouded in myth and legend. Join us as we explore the fascinating facts about Komodo dragons, debunk common misconceptions, examine conservation efforts, and take a look at how...Read More