Indonesia - Kai Islands Extension 2026

29 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026 (5 days)

USD2,595 4 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: David Hoddinott

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Tour Leader: Forrest Rowland

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,595 (GBP1,974 * EUR2,253 * AUD3,955)

Single Supplement: USD250 (GBP190 * EUR217 * AUD381)

Flight costs: USD240 (GBP183 * EUR208 * AUD366)

This tour pairs with: Indonesia - Banda Sea Cruise 2026

Indonesia - Kai Islands Extension 2027

29 Sep 2027 - 03 Oct 2027 (5 days)

USD2,400 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Dušan Brinkhuizen

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Tour Leader: Paul Varney

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,400 (GBP1,825 * EUR2,084 * AUD3,658)

Flight costs: USD275 (GBP209 * EUR239 * AUD419)

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

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 (GBP1,902 * EUR2,170 * AUD3,810)

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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

10 with 2 Rockjumper leaders

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
MG, Indonesia - Remote West Papuan Islands Cruise II 2025

Still catching-up on sleep after so many very early-morning starts, but great way to travel - by boat (Indo Seamore) as only need to unpack once (well twice with final hotel stay in Sarong- which was best hotel i have stayed in on a birding trip - except the restaurant ran out of wine!). Boat looked after us very well and i was very impressed with the team and their organisation, and level of care for me, in particular. The laundry service in the boat was excellent and very necessary, as other laundry facilities were lacking.

Glen Valentine
WG, Indonesia - Buru Extension II 2025

Oh my goodness, Glen is such a terrific guide! It was clear to us that he was quite ill much of the time, but he never flagged in his dedication to getting us on every bird. What a trooper! I feel very fortunate that I was able to get on this tour.

Glen Valentine
AR, Indonesia - Remote West Papuan Islands Cruise II 2025

What an adventure! Glen and Dusan were great guides and made a good team-very knowledgable and good at making sure everyone gets on the birds. Even though most of the clients on this trip were highly experienced birders, I never felt like a second class citizen as a less experienced birder. The BOP displays exceded my expectations. I loved the liveaboard boat and crew. Shita did a great job with complicated ground logistics. My dietary restrictions were very well accommodated. I always felt safe and well cared for.

Glen Valentine
MW, Indonesia - Remote West Papuan Islands Cruise II 2025

I feel very fortunate that we had Glen and Dušan as leaders. What a team! Could not have been any better.

Glen Valentine
SP - Indonesia 2019

Glen and Paul did a fantastic job on this tour. Glen is an excellent birder, guide and a wonderful personality. This is the second trip I have done with Glen and hope to join many more in the future.

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