BIRDING SITES IN DETAIL
INDONESIA,SULAWESI & HALMAHERA
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Maleo
Celepuk sulawesi
Sulawesi Scops Owl
(Otus manadensis)
Anis geomalia
(Geomalia heinrichi)
Spectral tarsier
TANGKOKO TANGKASI
Cekakak-hutan dada-sisik
Scaly-breasted Kingfisher
(Actenoides princeps)
Anis geomalia
(Geomalia heinrichi)
Julang sulawesi
(Aceros cassidix)
Cabai Sulawesi
Crimson Crowned Flowerpecker (Dicaeum nehrkorni)
Located in the tropical waters of Wallacea, the islands of Sulawesi and Halmahera are rarely visited parts of the world. The Indonesian archipelago has diverse habitats and is rich in unique and endemic birds. From the high mountain ranges and dense lowland rainforests of Sulawesi to the Australasian-influenced Halmahera in the 'Spice Islands' of Maluku, our tour offers a comprehensive view of the available habitats, maximizing our chances of encountering over a hundred bird species with limited range in this region. A variety of colorful parrots, fruit doves, and stunning endemic kingfishers are combined with highly sought-after bird gems such as the Ivory-breasted Pitta, extraordinary Maleo, amazing Purple-bearded Bee-eater, extraordinary Bee-eater, Knobbed Hornbill, and the opportunity to witness the extraordinary Standardwing bird at its display site.
BIRDING SITES IN DETAIL
From the village of Malino, we will go to Mount Lompobattang. We will take a narrow forest path to reach the productive highland forest of Mount Lompobattang. Our main focus is on two species, both of which are endemic and restricted to the Lompobattang mountains; the Lompobattang Flycatcher and the recently elevated Lompobattang Leaf Warbler. During our search for these two birds, we will definitely encounter some other typical Sulawesi food including the White-eyed Black Ring, the southern subspecies of both the Barred White-eye and the Hylocitrea (rare), and the Sulawesi Serpent Eagle, the Rusty-bellied Fantail, the Snowy-browed Flycatcher, the Dark-eared Myza, and the Red-eared Fruit Dove.
Karaenta. Uncover the limestone rocks of Karaenta where the remaining forest patches support the localized Black-ringed White-eye, a species limited to the southern region of Sulawesi. Several other endemic Sulawesi animals can be found here, and we should start collecting them as often as possible, including the colorful and highly sought-after birds, such as our first opportunity to see the White-necked Myna, the highly vocal Black-and-white Pied Crow, the Pale Blue King (Black-necked Kingfisher), and the Yellow-sided Woodpecker. With careful scanning, we should be able to spot the Green-tipped Imperial Pigeon and the Silver-tipped Imperial Pigeon, with the latter becoming increasingly difficult to find. The Noisy Hair-crested Drongo may show a mixed arboreal feeding flock, while in the undergrowth, we should track down the endemic Sulawesi Babbler by its melodious song. We can also scan the open branches for the Gray-bodied Treeswift and the undescribed Sulawesi Flycatcher, a bird most closely resembling the illustration of the Gray-streaked Flycatcher that migrates from elsewhere in Asia and will be placed in the genus Muscicapa. If we're lucky, we may even come across a troop of Moor Macaques.
At Makassar Rice plant . Depending on the time, we can explore more open areas near Makassar that are flooded with paddy fields sometimes can produce Cinnamon Bittern, Asian subspecies of Black Bittern, Sooty-headed Bulbul, Zitting Cisticola, White-breasted Woodswallow or even lesser-known Pale-bellied Myna.
Drive to Lore Lindu National Park from Palu. Driving from Palu to Lore Lindu has several advantages, such as stopping to observe birds. The slightly simple grassy shrub channel, scattered with strange shrubs, is one of the best areas in Sulawesi to find the rare and endemic Pale-bellied Myna. In addition to mynas, we may also find Savanna Nightjars perching during the day, localized Pale-headed Munias, Spotted Harriers, Blue-tailed Bee-eaters, and White-shouldered Trillers. As we move further into the mountains and closer to Lore Lindu National Park, the habitat changes from dry savannah and grasslands to a mixture of virgin forests and exotic plantations. Here we will search for the Sulawesi Serpent Eagle soaring high on the forested hillsides, migrating Purple Needletail birds whizzing above, a stunning pair of White-necked Mynas, and even the highly rare Crimson-crowned Woodpecker.
A moment before arriving in Wuasa Village, the final stop on the road cutting can produce a large number of endemic species, including the Fire-tufted Barbet, Ivory-backed WoodswallowGolden-mantled Racket-tail, Golden-mantled Racket-tail or Malia that as taxonomically confusing.
Lore Lindu National Park. This extraordinary nature reserve, the largest national park in this archipelago, supports most of the mountain species of Sulawesi national parks and we can expect some amazing bird sightings! Our accommodation in Wuasa is at a mid-elevation where, although degraded by agriculture and logging, we have a better chance of finding the beautiful Ivory-backed Woodswallow, the unique call of the White-bellied Imperial Pigeon, the Black-billed Koel, the Lemon-bellied White-eye, the Barred Buttonquail, the Sulawesi Blue Flycatcher, and the outrageous Sulawesi Myna. The secretive Rufous-throated Flycatcher often sings from dense vegetation near streams, and we may also see the Great Hanging Parrot visiting fruiting trees, colorful Sulawesi Cicadabird and Purple-winged Roller, plus the chance for a Speckled Boobook during the day.
Lore Lindu National Park is also the only location for the rare and hard-to-reach Hylocitrea. It is a quiet and secretive highland specialist in mossy mountain forests. It is not a bird that can be persuaded to show itself, but needs to be found while resting or feeding; the problem, besides being so rare, is its sluggish behavior. Nevertheless, we have a fairly good chance of success.
One evening in the morning, we will start observing birds in the mountain forest to find the rare Cinnabar Boobook; And although rare, one of the first songs at dawn might be one of the first songs at dawn of the vocal yet secretive Great Shortwing hidden among the undergrowth. Near Lake Tambing we will search for a herd of livestock given by the sharp call of Malia, a unique species of bulbul that forages along moss-covered branches by attending species such as Pygmy and Cerulean Cuckooshrikes, Sulawesi Drongo, Sulfur-vented Whistler, Rusty-breasted Fantail, Mountain Whiteeyes and Black-capped Lory, Sulawesi Flycatcher, Citrine Canary Flycatcher, and Sulawesi Leaf Warbler. Further search will yield a group of released Barred Honeyeaters, the bright Blue-faced Blue Flycatcher singing from tangled grapevines, our first Fire-tufted Barbet, Sulawesi Myzomela, and Dark-eared Myza.
Exquisite Lilac Kingfisher
The vast upper mountain forest in this nature reserve is mostly inaccessible due to the roughness of the area, but the Anaso Trail climbs the slopes of Mount Rorekatimbu, the highest peak in the park at an altitude of over 2,500 meters, allowing us to search for high mountain specialist species. Before dawn, we will drive as far as possible along this winding path, likely encountering Devil Nightjar hawkers along the way; although we have a fair chance of finding this richly patterned species later in the day at one of its roosting sites. Due to heavy rain in recent years, the bridge here has completely disappeared so we need to hike the remaining trail to reach the highest possible elevation. Red-eared Fruit Dove and Gray-headed Imperial Pigeon sometimes sit outside in the morning, and the Purple-bearded Bee-eater is likely to be found near its open ground breeding area. We will definitely be entertained by the shy Chestnut-backed Bush Warbler, although it may take a few attempts to ensure everyone sees this very interesting species. Other species to be observed here include the White-eared Myza and the strange Mountain Serin. It will require a bit of luck, but we will continue to watch for subtle movements in the hope of finding the strange Geomalia that can sometimes be seen hopping along the trail, resembling a large and disproportionate Madagascar Grinding Machine bird.
The tree that is bearing fruit sometimes produces the shy Sulawesi White-eye and the unusual Red-crowned Flowerpecker, and we should be there looking for the giant Sombre Pigeon, Blue-faced Parrotfinches, and Tawny-breasted Parrotfinches, and the characteristic song of the Maroon Whistler in the background. The Sulawesi Cuckoo is also poorly known as a resident in this forest, but even rarer is the almost mystical Sulawesi Woodcock.
Dumoga-Bone National Park. We will explore the lowland forest of Dumoga-Bone, although there are also some mountainous forests surrounding it that we will also access. Unfortunately, human exploitation of the habitat in the area continues to create challenges here, but the forest still supports a variety of our target bird species, including further opportunities for many lowland species that are now rare or absent in Lore Lindu National Park.
One of our main targets is the increasing difficulty of Maleo, a very interesting megapode, like its cousin, the Melanesian Megapode from the Bismarck Islands and the Solomon Islands, digging holes in the ground to lay eggs to take advantage of hot volcanic mountains for incubation, rather than building more traditional mounds covered in vegetation.
As colonial inhabitants, Maleo eggs are often left unattended as they are naturally incubated by the warmth of the ground. However, unfortunately, this fact is well-known among the local population, so human collections continue to wreak havoc on the native population, which in turn makes the species increasingly difficult to find. Nevertheless, with patience here we have a good chance of finding this unique and interesting bird.
While in the forest across the river in Toraut, we will be searching for the localized Pied Cuckooshrike, the Yellow-breasted Whistler (which is often heard before it is seen), and the beautifully patterned Oberholser's Fruit Dove. Sulawesi is great for kingfishers, and two species we will be looking for here are the stunning Lilac Kingfisher and the tiny Sulawesi Dwarf Kingfisher, which flashes by like a fast-flying gem through the forest. Although mammals are not prominent in Dumoga-Bone, we should find some possible squirrel species and maybe the Bear Cuscus or the Tonkean Macaque. If lucky, we may even encounter the rarely seen Sulawesi Ground Dove or come across the elusive Red-backed Thrush, foraging along the edge of the trail.
Lowland forests adjacent to the park will give us the opportunity to find the White-faced Pigeon, Yellow-tailed Rocket-tail, Bay Coucal hiding in the bushes, the rare Sulawesi Hornbill, and even the Sulawesi Pitta, which is often quite vocal in this area. Highlighting at night can be very beneficial with Sulawesi Scops Owl, Great-eared Nightjar, and Ochre-bellied Boobook all recorded in the surrounding area.
Mount Ambang. We will leave early in the morning to a higher place on Mount Ambang once again to observe birds at night in case there are species that we may still need to chase. At dawn, we will listen to the calls of the elusive Scale-breasted Kingfisher as we hope to capture it accurately, as well as the localized Matinan Blue Flycatcher found only in this Sulawesi region. Tangkoko Nature Reserve. Sulawesi Nightjar can sometimes be found foraging for insects in the forest here before dawn, and as the sun illuminates the forest, we will watch the Green-backed Kingfisher, which often reveals its presence with its distinctive whistle call.
Knobbed Hornbill birds passing through here have become very common, while the sleeping Black-Fruit Dove, the unusual Blue-backed Parrot, Yellow-billed Malkoha, Dwarf Hanging Parrot, and Dwarf Sulawesi Woodpecker are all possibilities; we will also be looking for sightings of the White-rumped Cuckooshrike and the strong Ashy Woodpecker. Spending time in various habitats throughout Sulawesi maximizes our chances of finding low-density residents such as Spot-tailed, Vinous-breasted, and Dwarf Sparrowhawks.
Mammals are also a characteristic of this nature reserve, and we are almost certain to encounter the unique and charming Sulawesi Crested Macaque, while waiting for the appearance of its beloved Spectral Tarsier from its daytime roost in the fig trees. We also have the opportunity to take a boat trip along the Lembeh Strait to maximize our chances of seeing the terrifying Great-billed Kingfisher in the mangrove forest, and potentially finding the Sulawesi Masked Owl perched on its cliff side.
The largest island in the Maluku Islands, Halmahera was once an important part of the history of clove, nutmeg, and mace trade, earning the region the nickname 'Spice Islands'. Currently, the human population is increasing and agricultural pressure on coconut and sago plantations has unfortunately destroyed much of the original rainforest that once covered the hillsides. The flight to Ternate is very spectacular due to its location on a majestic volcanic cone-shaped island, towering over 1,700 meters above the surrounding sea.
Ternate to Subaim. We will stop for bird watching on our drive from Ternate to Subaim. At one of our stops, we will search for the beautiful Northern Golden Bulbul and the Common Paradise Kingfisher. Other possibilities include the Red-flanked Fruit Dove and the Cream-throated White-eye, and we may even be lucky enough to see the elusive Ivory-breasted Pitta and the increasingly rare Azure Dollarbird.
Foli. Halmahera is located further east of the Wallace Line than Sulawesi, and as a result, its avifauna contains a higher proportion of Australasian elements such as the Willie Wagtail, Shining Flycatcher, and Spangled Drongo. There are many parrots, with various possibilities including the Purple-naped Lory and the Chattering Lory, Red-cheeked Eclectus, and other handsome Large-billed Parrots, as well as the White Cockatoo, which is still quite common despite the remaining forests.
Pigeons are in tough competition, and we are currently looking for the Scarlet-breasted, Blue-Fruit Pigeon that is covered and gray-headed, Spectacled and Feathered Imperial Pigeons, as well as the very small chances of the Cuckoo Pigeon and Nicobar Pigeon. Perhaps the most extraordinary bird is indeed the extraordinary Halmahera.
Standardwing, A magnificent bird of paradise that has a unique canopy display in the morning. Set well before dawn, we will be in position under a viewing tree with first light and will probably hear the loud call of this species even before it becomes fully visible. As the light improves, the male's flamboyant white standard and metallic green epaulettes become brighter, and if the female comes to check out the lek site we will witness a real exhibition of spectacular leaping and wing folding! Another interesting species we will be targeting is the sensational Ivory-breasted Pitta found in these forests. Its distinctive call will hopefully allow us to track this most impressive species adorned in red, black, white and turquoise. A rustle in the bushes may reveal the presence of the rare Dusky Megapode and, with luck, we may encounter the rare Moluccan Goshawk, Dusky Friarbird or the virtually unknown and aptly named Invisible Rail.
Mount Uniuni. The sound of air swishing through the huge wings of the Blyth's Hornbill will become a familiar sound as we continue to search through patches of forest in search of the Tawny Oriole, Rufous-bellied Triller, Spectacled and White-Egg Kingfisher and the furtive Heaven's Crow, despite their English names , is actually a bird of paradise! The booming sound of the Goliath Coucal will eventually reveal its presence, while we will also scan through the treetops for several species of cuckooshrike, including the Moluccan, White-bellied and the endemic Halmahera Cuckoo. It will probably take some coaxing to produce the beautiful Common Paradise Kingfisher which tends to live in denser forest areas, and we will also target the Variable Dwarf and Blue-and-white Kingfisher. Other possibilities during our time here include Northern Golden Bulbul, Variable Goshawk, the delightful Long-billed Crow, Whiskered Treeswift, Moluccan Starling among the more numerous are the White-banded Friarbird, Whistler Drab, Cream-throated White-eye, Halmahera Woodpeckers and Gurney's Eagles soar high above. If we are very lucky, we might even see the rare Maluku King Parrot, which we were lucky to find on a past tour.
Financial Arrangements and Important Records
Tour dates, prices, single supplements, estimated flight costs and tour rooms are displayed on our website. Tour includes: •
All meals from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 16;
Bottled water;
All accommodation;
All ground transportation during the tour;
All reserve entry fees;
All guiding services
Tips for local guides, drivers and services.
Tour exclusions: •
Visa fees;
Any Flight
Any drinks (including mini-bar charges at hotels);
Optional tourist visits
Special gratification
Phone calls, laundry and other personal matters.
Single Supplement: A single supplement for this tour will be charged if you wish to have single accommodation. .
If RBL is unable to provide you with a room partner for those nights even if you choose to share, a single surcharge will become applicable. We will make every reasonable effort to ensure that a roommate is found if you wish to share.
Tips: As mentioned above, tips (driver, hotel staff, restaurants, etc.) are included in this tour. However, this is indeed true
Due to constantly fluctuating exchange rates, we quote our tours in 4 currencies. Tour prices are set only in the bolded currency, and actual costs in other currencies listed will be adjusted to the exchange rate in effect at the time of final billing. The same applies to flight estimates and single fare supplements.
Rates are based on group rates; If the tour does not have sufficient registration, additional small groups will be offered to confirm the tour.
Tour prices are subject to unanticipated increases in tour-related costs and may have to be adjusted as a result
Designated tour leaders may change at short notice due to unforeseen circumstances.
The itinerary is indicative only. Changes may need to be made to the order of tours, or to some of the places we visit leading up to departure. We will try to be as close to the original program as possible.
This tour involves moderate walking and some strenuous climbing which is possible in Lore Lindu. You must be in reasonable health and fitness to undertake this tour.
We will carry out observations in several remote areas far from modern medical facilities.
Many of the hotels were of a reasonable standard during the tour, although in some areas where we would stay the only accommodation available was basic guesthouses without piped hot water (a bottle of boiled water was provided) and shared facilities (ie: Lore Lindu NP).
Transportasi dilakukan dengan kendaraan yang nyaman, setiap orang mempunyai tempat duduk dekat jendela, dan kendaraan 4x4 jika diperlukan.
Most of the roads are in good condition, although we will encounter some curves and potholes while in some areas we have rougher unpaved roads to navigate. Due to the nature of the topography, there is a possibility of landslides disrupting our trip, although we have minimized this risk by touring during the dry season.
Most days in the lowlands the weather is hot, dry and sunny, but overcast conditions are quite common and some rain, sometimes heavy, can be expected. Humidity is often quite high. In mountainous areas, temperatures range from very cool to warm.
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Arrival and Departure Details
The tour will depart from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, Makassar (IATA: UPG) at noon on day 1, however, we strongly recommend that you arrive the day before the tour starts to ensure there are no delays. The tour will end at Manado's Sam Ratulangi International Airport (IATA: MDC) after breakfast on day 16.
The above information regarding arrivals and departures is only a guide. Exact arrival and departure information will be sent to you in your Tour Confirmation packet once the tour has been officially confirmed. If you want to come early and
Jakarta or Bali are the main ports of entry for international flights to Indonesia. Connecting flights can be easily arranged to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, Makassar (IATA: UPG) or Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado (IATA: MDC).
Visa requirements vary by country, the nationality of the traveler, and the duration and purpose of your visit. It may be necessary to obtain a visa or electronic travel authorization before your trip. Therefore, it is very important that you ask the travel agent
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