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...
Pre-Trip Planning
Visa & Immigration Information for Traveling to Indonesia
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 Visa Exemption: Visa Free Countries List
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,...
Essential Surf Travel Packing List
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...
Best Kupang Hotels For Your Overnight Stopover in Kupang, Timor
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...
Express Bahari: Kupang to Rote Fast Ferry
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...
What’s The Best Time to Travel to Rote? Rote Weather and Seasons
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...
How to Get to Rote Island, Indonesia
Reaching Rote Island requires a bit of planning, but the journey is well worth it. The most common route involves flying to Kupang, the capital of West Timor, and then taking a ferry or connecting flight to Rote Island. Let's break down each step of the journey. Step...