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Indonesia - Kai Islands Extension

© Wallace's Fruit Dove by Dubi Shapiro
Indonesia - Kai Islands Extension 2026

29 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026 (5 days)

USD2,595 3 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: David Hoddinott

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,595 (GBP1,972 * EUR2,301 * AUD3,751)

Single Supplement: USD250 (GBP190 * EUR222 * AUD361)

Flight costs: USD240 (GBP182 * EUR213 * AUD347)

This tour pairs with: Indonesia - Banda Sea Cruise 2026

Indonesia - Kai Islands Extension 2028

27 Sep 2028 - 01 Oct 2028 (5 days)

USD2,500 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lisle Gwynn

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Tour Leader: Nigel Redman

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,500 (GBP1,900 * EUR2,217 * AUD3,614)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Our short extension to the tiny Kai archipelago takes us to Kai Kecil and Kai Besar - the two largest islands, each hosting its very own suite of endemics. A short trip to Haruku Island should produce Moluccan and Dusky Megapodes, before we head to Kai Cecil and Kai Besar where we’ll search for the endemic Kai Monarch, Golden-bellied (Kai Kecil) White-eye, the elusive Kai Cicadabird, keyensis subspecies of Rufous-sided Gerygone, endemic assimilis subspecies of Northern Fantail (Kai Fantail) and the ubiquitous and noisy Spangled Drongo (Kai Spangled Drongo), Kai Coucal, Pearl-bellied (Kai Besar) White-eye and localised Cinnamon-chested Flycatcher.

 

Top Birds

Wallace's, White-bibbed & Rose-crowned Fruit Doves; Kai Monarch; Golden-bellied (Kai Kecil) & Pearl-bellied (Kai Besar) White-eyes; Kai Cicadabird; Rufous-sided Gerygone; Northern Fantail (Kai Fantail); Spangled Drongo (Kai Spangled Drongo); Kai Coucal; Cinnamon-chested Flycatcher; Amboyna Cuckoo-Dove; Pink-headed, Elegant & Pied Imperial Pigeons; Red Lory; Coconut & Red-flanked Lorikeets; Red-cheeked & Eclectus Parrots; Orange-footed Scrubfowl; Moluccan & Dusky Megapodes; Papuan & Elegant Pittas; Arafura Fantail; Metallic Starling; Tanimbar Friarbird; Mistletoebird.

Habitats Covered

forest

Expected Climate

hot and humid with tropical showers in the lowlands

Max Group Size

8 with 1 Rockjumper leader

Tour Pace & Walking

UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.

relaxed with some easy to moderate hikes

Accommodation

comfortable to good

Ease of Birding

average with some tough species

Photographic Opportunities

average

What our clients say about us

Glen Valentine
JS, Indonesia - Sulawesi & Halmahera: Wallacean Endemics (Small Group) 2026

The tour was wonderful, even though I had some physical/health issues on the trip. The guides were great, with a special shout out to Rohman and Albert, plus the great food by Annie. Glen was excellent, very patient and persistent in getting us on the birds. The trip met my expectations for the birds, but that last glorious morning at Lore Lindu was special, with great looks at Geomalia and even a quick view of Malia.

Glen Valentine
DB, Indonesia - Remote West Papuan Islands Cruise I 2025

What an awesome trip. Traveling on the ship was comfortable, convenient and a lot of fun. Glen and Dusan are fantastic. The local guides were also great and took great care of us. The birds were amazing even those that we only saw briefly were still very special to see at all. The only problem was that I didn't want the tour to end. We would have love to continue to explore more islands. We hope to visit Indonesia again with Rockjumper.

Glen Valentine
SL - Indonesia: Sumatra & Java 2019

This [was] my second tour with Glen Valentine and he is the most professional guide I have ever traveled with. It goes without saying (but shouldn't) that he knew every single species on the tour including all their calls. He found birds when I saw nothing and then managed to get all guests onto the birds. This was impressive in itself, however there were many secretive birds that made guiding much harder. We had few problems on the tour, but I don't doubt that he would have handled it without problem. He is to be highly commended for his guiding on this very tiring trip, especially considering he was not well. Paul was also a really great training guide and I thoroughly enjoyed his company.

Stephan Lorenz
PG, West Papua 2018

Stephan Lorenz was excellent in all respects, he went out of his way to try and find a way for me to continue with the tour and then helped with my arrangements in getting home.

Lev Frid
EL, Indonesia 2022

David and Lev are exception leaders and worked very hard to find the birds and get everyone onto them. A remarkable trip.

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