Friday, July 18, 2025

Manokwari City 1 Day Tour

Manokwari is the capital of West Papua Province of Indonesia. There are visitors who are in Manokwari and do not have much time in the city. However, they still want to explore nature, and the city in one day. To cater for these needs, we have prepared 1 day tour program for anyone who is interested in taking the tour.

Manokwari city nature and culture tour
Manokwari City Nature and Culture Tour

One-Day Custom Tour: Forest, Cave & Culture Around Manokwari 

Experience the best of Manokwari in one day: from tropical forest walks and natural caves to university life, local markets, and traditional architecture. A great mix of nature, learning, and culture for curious travelers. 

Duration: 1 Day Tour 

Time: 09.00 – 17.30 WIT 

Price: IDR 2,500,000 (1 person, private and all inclusive) 


⏰ Itinerary 

09.00 – 09.30 – Pick-up from hotel or airport in Manokwari city.

09.30 – 10.30 – Nature walk in Gunung Meja Forest – observe butterflies, birds, and unique tropical plants 

10.30 – 11.30 – Visit Teshima Natural Cave – short walk and photo exploration inside the limestone cave 

11.30 – 12.30 – Campus walk at UNIPA – light stroll to see local architecture, gardens, and student life 

12.30 – 13.30 – Lunch at a local restaurant in Amban – enjoy fresh Indonesian or Papuan cuisine 

13.30 – 15.30 – Visit traditional markets – fruit, vegetable, and fish stalls with vibrant local interaction 

15.30 – 17.00 – Visit Soribo to see the Rumah Kaki Seribu – traditional Arfak house and photo opportunity 

17.00 – 17.30 – Return to hotel and end of tour 


✅ Included in the Package 

  • Private transport with driver 
  • English-speaking local guide 
  • Entry fees for all locations 
  • Local lunch, drinking water, and light snack
  • Community donations and coordination costs
  • Cultural photo session at Soribo (Rumah Kaki Seribu) 
  • Raincoat or small umbrella (just in case) 
  • Hand sanitizer and tissue 


👜 What to Bring 

  • Comfortable walking shoes (non-slip soles recommended) 
  • Hat or cap for sun protection 
  • Camera or smartphone for photos 
  • Small backpack to carry personal items 


👚 What to Wear 

  • We recommend wearing light and breathable clothing suitable for walking in warm tropical weather.
  • Avoid sandals or heels
  • Choose sneakers or trekking shoes.
  • You may also want to bring a light jacket for the cave area, which is cooler and damp.

Contact Local Guide: Yansen WhatsApp: +62 852 4401 1924 

Monday, March 24, 2025

KAPAL PESIAR MV CORAL GEOGRAPHER EXPEDITION BAWA SERATUS WISATAWAN ASING KE PULAU MANSINAM MANOKWARI PAPUA BARAT

Kapal Pesiar Coral Geographer membawa 100 wisatawan asing berlabuh di Pulau Mansinam. Kapal Pesiar Australia tersebut berkunjung ke Pulau Mansinam untuk kegiatan wisata seperti snorkeling, diving, mengunjungi situs bersejarah masuknya injil pertama kali di Papua 5 februari 1855, yang dibawa oleh Ottow dan Geissler, serta menikmati keindahan pantai pasir putih. Kapal wisata berbendera Australia tersebut di nahkodai oleh Andrew Robert membawa wisatawan asal Australia, Switzerland, United Kindom, Canada, New Zealand, Philippines, United states dan Belgium.

Penyambutan wisatawan mancanegara di Pulau Mansin

Ketua Pemandu Wisata DPD Himpunan Pramuwisata Indonesia (HPI) Provinsi Papua Barat Matias Rumbruren,S.S. mengatakan bahwa kedatangan  Kapal Pesiar ini adalah moment penting dalam memperkenalkan dan mempromosikan potensi pariwisata Pulau Mansinam sebagai Destinasi Wisata Religi dan Budaya di Kabupaten Manokwari Provinsi Papua Barat ke Dunia Internasional.

Pulau Mansinam
Tarian Tumbuk Tanah Suku Arfak di Pulau Mansinam

Wisatawan di Pulau Mansinam
Wisatawan bergabung dalam tarian adat Suku Arfak

Sebagai bentuk penghormatan atas kunjungan wisata tersebut HPI Papua Barat menyiapkan Tarian Yospan Suku Doreri dan Tarian Tumbuk Tanah dari Suku Arfak untuk menyambut kedatangan mereka.

Di tahun 2025 ini akan ada 3 kali kunjungan kapal pesiar ke Pulau Mansinam tentu kita berharap dengan adanya kunjungan tourist manca negara ini, semakin banyak wisatawan yang datang berkunjung ke Pulau Mansinam sehingga ke depannya masyarakat bisa mendapatkan manfaat ekonomi secara langsung dari kunjungan wisatawan.

Dpd HPI Papua Barat
Para wisatawan dan pemandu dari DPD HPI Papua Barat dan DPC HPI Kab. Manokwari

Kapal Pesiar Coral Geographer setelah berkunjung ke Pulau Mansinam Manokwari akan melanjutkan perjalanan ke Sorong. Oleh Matias Rumbruren - DPD HPI Papua Barat.