Discover Maluku Kei Island Tour

Duration: 8 Days

Overview

The Kai Islands (also known as Kei Islands) of Indonesia are a stunning group of islands in the southeastern part of the Maluku Islands, located in the province of Maluku. Historically referred to as the Spice Islands, the Moluccas gained fame for their regionally specific plants such as nutmeg, mace, and cloves, which attracted European nations during the 16th century.

Though originally Melanesian, many of the islanders were exterminated in the 17th century during the spice wars, particularly in the Banda Islands. The Kei Islands experienced a second wave of immigration with Austronesian settlers arriving in the early 20th century under Dutch rule, a process that continued into the modern Indonesian era. Despite this rich history, the Kei Islands remain relatively untouched by mass tourism, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience their natural beauty and tranquillity.

The islands boast some of the best beaches in the world, with powdery white sand that stretches along pristine coastlines. The snorkeling and diving experiences in the Kei Islands are among the finest, featuring vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. These underwater wonders, combined with the islands’ serenity, make Kei a hidden gem for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

Located roughly between Indonesian Papua and Australia, the Kei Islands consist of two main islands: Kei Besar (literally “Big Kei”) and Kei Kecil (literally “Small Kei”), along with several smaller islands. Kei Kecil is particularly popular among local Indonesians for its breathtaking beaches and turquoise waters, yet it remains largely undiscovered by international travelers. This is due to its remote location in the far east of Indonesia, which requires more effort to reach. With no direct flights from Jakarta and higher travel costs, the Kei Islands are a blessing for those seeking secluded escapes away from the crowds.

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Highlights

Flight to Kei island, about 2 hours flying. Walking to the Fair bridge to enjoy the sunset
Fullday tour drive to Ohoidertawun village 30 minutes from Tual city to visit petroglyphs. Stop at Masbait hill visit jesus statue on the top of the hill with beautiful panorama of kei archipelago. Proceed to Evu waterpool, it was used for the local people drink water, bathing and washing
Visit 42 graves of Dutch missionaries killed by Japanese at langgur beach
Spend some hours swim, sunbathing at Ngurbloat beach
Join the speedboat or K.M Ave Maria cross over more than one hour to Kei besar island located on the north coast of Kei
Daftel village see the local inhabitants make the coprain traditional way. Heading to Daftel beach for water recreation
By longboat cross over to Banda Ely village. Sightseeing around the place to seethe silvers, irons, plaited mats, ceramics handicraft in some local kind motif made by local inhabitants
Next cross over by longboat to Har beach spend some hours relaxing

Itinerary

Day 01 : Airport – Hotel ( D )

Arrival at Pattimura Airport, meeting service then transfer to your Hotel Mutiara in kota Ambon. Free at leisure.

Day 02 : Ambon – Larvur Ngabal Tour ( B L D )

After breakfast, then transfer to Patimura Airport for your flight to Kei island, about 2 hours fying. Arrive Dumatubun airport Langgur then meeting service, transfer to Suita Hotel in Ohoijang for check in. Walking to the Fair bridge to enjoy the sunset. Back to hotel Suita for overnight.

Day 03 : Ngurbloat Beach Tour ( B L D )

Breakfast at hotel, fullday tour drive to Ohoidertawun village 30 minutes from Tual city to visit petroglyphs. Stop at Masbait hill visit jesus statue on the top of the hill with beautiful panorama of kei archipelago. Proceed to Evu waterpool, it was used for the local people drink water, bathing and washing. Visit 42 graves of Dutch missionaries killed by japanese at langgur beach. Spend some hours swim, sunbathing at Ngurbloat beach. Overnight stay at Anastasia homestay.

Day04 : Great Kei Tour ( B L D )

After breakfast, drive to rhe pier to Joint the speedboat or K.M Ave Maria cross over more then one hour to Kei besar island located on the north coast of Kei. Takes 10 minutes to Elat city for check in at your Homestay/Penginapan Fajar. Continue to Daftel village see the local inhabitants make the coprain traditional way. Heading to Daftel beach for water recreation. Back to Homestay/penginapan Fajar late in the afternoon.

Day 05 : Banda- Ely’s Tour (B L D )

After breakfast, depart great kei to Jamtel village takes 10 minutes, continue the trip by longboat cross over to Banda Ely village for overnight. Sightseeing around the place to seethe silvers, irons, plaited mats, ceramics handicarft in some local kind motif made by local inhabitants. The next crossover by longboat to Har beach spend some hours relaxing. Back to Homestay.

Day 06 : Banda Ely – Kei ( B L D )

After breakfast, drive to Elat city, crossing by boat return to kei island and proceed to your homestay Anastasia for Barbeque with staple food Enbal program.

Day 07 : Kei – Ambon Tour ( B L D )

Breakfast in early morning, leave homestay to Airport forflight back to Ambon island. Proceed to your Hotel Mutiara in town.

Day 08 : Ambon – Airport ( B )

After breakfast, transfer to Airport for your onward flight.