Planning a trip to Rote Island? You’ll first need to pass through Kupang, the regional capital of West Timor. Since Rote is a remote island with limited flight access, almost every visitor must take a multi-step journey: fly into Kupang Airport (KOE), stay overnight...
Rote Island is one of Indonesia’s up and coming little secrets, but getting there takes a little planning. A little speck of an island out in East Nusa Tenggara, just southwest of Timor, this off-the-beaten-path paradise welcomes travelers with pristine beaches,...
Nestled in the eastern part of Indonesia, Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) is a captivating province rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. Unlike the bustling hubs of Bali and Jakarta, Nusa Tenggara Timur or 'East Nusa Tenggarra' in english, offers an unspoiled...
If you're planning a trip to Bali, Rote or any other destination in Indonesia, understanding the Visa on Arrival (VOA) process can save you time and hassle. The VOA is the most commonly used visa option for travelers entering Indonesia, as it is a convenient and...
Planning a trip to Indonesia? Whether you’re heading to the sun-soaked beaches of Bali, the surf breaks of Rote Island, or the bustling streets of Jakarta, understanding Indonesia’s visa and immigration requirements is essential. With regulations that vary depending...
Indonesia has revised its visa-free exemption policy, drastically reducing the list of eligible countries from 169 to just 13. This change, implemented through Presidential Regulation No. 95 of 2024, marks a significant shift in Indonesia’s immigration policy. Below,...
Alright, so you’ve booked your ticket, scoped out the forecast, and you’re already daydreaming about scoring those dreamy tropical waves in Indonesia. Whether you're hitting up the Mentawais, Rote, or some secret spot only the locals know about, there's one thing that...
Indonesia is famous for its islands, with Bali, Lombok and the Gili Islands regularly topping travel lists for travelers from all across the world. But there are over 17,000 other islands in Indonesia and these few famous islands are just a tiny part of this sprawling...
While islands like Bali, Lombok, Gili are now highly developed with airports, roads, transport networks, GoJeks, Grabs, hospitals, shopping malls, a seemingly endlessly diverse choice of restaurants and everything you could pretty much desire. The vast majority of...
When heading to Rote Island, it's most likely you will be looking at an overnight stay in the capital of East Nusa Tengarra, Kupang in West Timor. Kupang's El Tari Airport is a busy airport for connections onto some of Indonesias more remote islands including Rote and...
Indonesia’s surf scene is no secret, and for good reason. With over 17,000 islands, this archipelago is home to some of the world’s best waves. And while Bali and its famous Bukit Peninsula often steal the spotlight, there’s a a lot more surf waiting to be discovered...
Kupang, located on the southwestern tip of Timor Island, is a stop that everyone heading to Rote will make on their journey, and when your next stop is the dreamy island of Rote, this layover can seem rather inconvenient. At first glance through the windows of your...
In Rote, as in all of Indonesia you will need the 2 pin, C and F type sockets and plugs. The pins on C and F plugs are round and not flat or rectangular. Standard Voltage in Rote The Voltage is in Indonesia and Rote is 230V. Voltage: 230 V Frequency: 50 Hz Power...
Planning a surf trip in Indonesia? Whether you're flying to Bali, Mentawai, or Rote, knowing your airline’s surfboard policy can save you time, money, and major frustration. Want to get straight to it? Garuda Surfboard Fees Lion Air Surfboard FeesBatik Air Surfboard...
UPDATE October 18th 2024: From October 21st 2024 the Express Bahari Ship 8E will arrive in Rote at Ba'a Port. www.expressbahari.com @expressbahari.id Great news for everyone coming to Rote, from October 21st, 2024, the Express Bahari Fast Ferry to Rote Island will...
For most of us, the best time for your trip to Rote depends on 3 main factors. The weather, surf conditions, and whether you want to be here in the busier peak season, or the quieter low season. Peak season can mean offshore trades everyday at T-Land, but with a...