Sulawesi
travel book
Sulawesi, ready to go: Indonesia's most underrated island, and our favourite by far
No bad surprises, no days lost on the road.
Even if you only have two weeks off.
- 📱 Mobile-friendly clickable e-book
- ⚡️ Instant access
- 🔄 Free updates
- 🤝 Money-back guarantee
Very few travellers make it to Sulawesi. No crowds, truly deserted beaches, and fascinating cultural traditions. The downside is that the island is huge : a bad itinerary can cost you two days of travel by road and ferry... and hunting for information becomes exhausting before you've even taken off 🫠
Sulawesi has to be earned. But you don't have to spend weeks figuring it all out! We’ve been there 3 times to create the guide we wish we’d had the first time.
No research left to do. Here's what's inside the guide:
Optimized itineraries: 10, 14, or 21 days
Includes all travel times and the easiest ways to get from one area to another: planes, ferries, and private cars.
9 detailed stops
Bunaken turtles, Toraja traditions, the clearest lake in the world, Banggai beaches... We’ve tested it all: we’ll tell you what to do there, when to go, who to go with, and how much it costs.
Our reliable and lovely contacts
People met on-site, with zero hidden commissions. In Sulawesi, a good guide can literally transform your trip, especially in Toraja.
Where to sleep and eat, without the hassle
We’ve tested accommodations and restaurants for every stop, from simple homestays to more comfortable hotels. Book in three clicks instead of spending hours comparing.
No nasty surprises
Visas, what to pack, how to get around, and what to avoid. You'll arrive in the know.
Your exact budget, item by item
Sulawesi is one of the most affordable destinations in Indonesia, with a few exceptions. You'll know exactly how much to set aside.
40 Google Maps locations
Beaches, viewpoints, and great local spots: see exactly what's around you at any time.
Bonus
10% off our favorite hotel in the Togian Islands
If you stay for 2 nights, the guide pays for itself 🤝
Handy phrasebook
A list of words to know before you go so you can have a few exchanges with the locals. They always love it, you'll see!
Bali, Lombok, Java, Raja Ampat, Sulawesi, Sumatra and Komodo + Maratua Island in Borneo
This could be your trip:
💡 We no longer share exact locations on Instagram. It's a deliberate choice: we keep them for the guide, so they don't get overrun. Better for those places, and better for you 🙌
They travelled with the guide. Here's how it went:
PS: your trip will cost you around €2,000. The guide is less than 1% of that budget. Are you really going to risk the best trip of your life over that?
Indonesia Full Pack
Bali, Lombok, Java, Raja Ampat, Sulawesi, Sumatra and Komodo + Maratua Island in Borneo
Questions?
When to go?
Sulawesi is a huge island, and the climate varies a lot depending on the region. In general, the best time to visit is between June and October, but the weather is more unpredictable than in other parts of Indonesia.
On our second trip in August, we had very bad weather in the Togian Islands and Bunaken during the whole stay. By contrast, on our first trip in December, the weather was mostly better, with only a few rainy days.
What budget?
Sulawesi is one of the cheapest destinations in Indonesia: you can find accommodation for €15–20 per night and meals for €2–3 per dish. But if you head to places like Labengki, Wakatobi, or hire a guide to explore the Banggai region, your budget can increase quite a bit.
Here’s an example budget for 2 people over 14 days (excluding flights):
- Accommodation (€40/night): €560
- Food: €300
- Transport: €260
- SIM card: €30
- Diving: €200
- Excursions and visits (6): €170
- 3 guided days in Toraja: €120
➡️ Total for 2 people: ~€1,640
What are the refund conditions?
We truly want every traveler to be happy with their guide.
But because this is a PDF file that cannot be “returned” or “deleted” after download, we cannot issue a refund without a valid reason. Unfortunately, we’ve seen too many abuses and we need to protect our work and our content 🙏
This is why refunds are only possible in justified situations, clearly defined below.
1. Refund request period
You can request a refund within 7 days after your purchase.
2. Eligibility conditions
A refund is possible if you explain what is missing or causing issues when planning your trip, so we can improve the guide.
What we require:
- A concrete reason with clear feedback about the specific information you’re missing.
What we do NOT refund:
- Requests based on missing information about a destination or step that was never included on the sales page.
(For example: you expected information about Malapascua in the Philippines even though this step does not appear on the map of the sales page.) - Requests without justification.
- Requests based on simply changing your mind.
- Requests submitted after downloading multiple guides in a row and asking a refund for all of them (clear abuse).
- Purchases made using major promotional discounts (over 40 percent).
What are the payment methods?
You can pay safely by bank card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex), Google Pay, Apple Pay and iDEAL. All payments are secure and protected
Have you tested the recommended locations?
We only recommend places we REALLY loved (collaboration or not!) and we also also recommend places based on all our research (best locations, value for money, ratings on google/booking) so you really don't have to do anything (well yes, just choose according to your available budget!).
What is the advantage of a guide compared to a blog where I find the information for free?
Personally, I have always had to read dozens of different blogs to organize an entire trip. Most bloggers only trace what they did and you need to do more research for the rest. Our guides are designed to save you this research time, and have everything in one place, from preparing (visa, business to bring, cash, sim card...) to visualizing your complete itinerary.
In addition, if you follow me on Instagram you know that we are always looking for little-known paradisiacal places, to find ourselves alone. And it's these gems that I keep very dear for my guides, I no longer share precise locations publicly! Not to mention the exclusive discounts that I negotiate and that you won't find anywhere else.
How do I get updates?
As soon as a guide is purchased, you get all of its updates for free! They will be sent to you by email to the address provided during your purchase.
💡 tip : Keep this email with the download link carefully so you can access the latest version at any time.
What format will I get after the purchase?
The e-books are interactive pdf files (with clickable links) that you can save and view from your phone. It is a format adapted for long mobile devices that can be scrolled like a site. Please don't print it ♻️
Is the e-book right for me if I don't plan to spend as much time in the country as you do?
Yes, we offer itineraries for all durations, especially for those who only have one or two weeks of vacation.
