Silversea Expedition Cruises A PARE PARE

Explore the local village life in Parepare during this memorable, half-day sightseeing excursion to the Batubatu countryside.

Allakuang and Batubatu Villages

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Allakuang Village, renowned for its stone carvings and graves. After a photo stop here, re-board your coach and continue on to Batubatu Village for a visit to a traditional Saomario and Toraja-style house.

Traditional Home Visit

Upon arrival, you are welcomed by the owner with refreshments, local snacks and a cultural dance performance. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 219 yards (about 200 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 15 steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing, flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour. The cost of providing a tour program in Pare Pare is proportionately more expensive than in neighbouring nations. Unfortunately this is reflected in the prices of the tours and we thank you for your understanding.

Please note due to current road conditions in Pare Pare tour content is subject to change.

Explore the splendid tribal villages, people and landscapes of Bambapuang Valley and Kete Kesu during this picturesque, full-day orientation tour.

Bambapuang Valley, Salubarani and Toraja

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 2.5-hour drive to the exquisite Bambapuang Valley. Following a refreshment and comfort stop here is made. Bambapuang Valley is a destination where the friendly Toraja people live on the highland, along the snaky road, explore the country-side of Torajanese, Bouginese, Baliness migrant, Javanese and others who have mingled in the life community for many years.

Misiliana Hotel and Kete Kesu

Next, relax and enjoy the scenery on the 2.5 hour drive from Bambapuang Valley to The Misiliana hotel where lunch will be served.

Kete Kesu

After enjoying the local cuisine explore the village's ancient stone graves with effigies of the local ancestors. This location is famous for traditional tongkonan and rice barns, located on the cliff face at the back of the village.

Reboard the coach and begin the journey back to the pier. A final comfort stop is made at the lovely Bambapuang Valley before re-boarding your coach and commencing the approximately 2.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 492 yards (about 450 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 35 steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing, flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour. The cost of providing a tour program in Pare Pare is proportionately more expensive than in neighbouring nations. Unfortunately this is reflected in the prices of the tours and we thank you for your understanding.