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2-Day Lembah Ramma Valley Hiking & Camping Tour

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About this tour

Journey from Makassar into the cool highlands of Malino for a 2-day trekking adventure through mountain streams and pine forests to Lembah Ramma. Camp overnight in a tranquil valley beneath the shadows of Mount Bawakaraeng, surrounded by lush meadows and dramatic rock walls

What's included6

  • Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off in Makassar (AC vehicle + driver)
  • Professional local hiking guide and porter team
  • Full camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats, headlamps)
  • All meals (1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner) and drinking water
  • Trekking permits, park entry fees, e-tolls, and parking
  • First aid kit

Not included3

  • Personal clothing, sturdy hiking footwear, and personal rain gear
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides and porters

Where you go

2 stops · 2 days

  1. Makassar → Malino (Lembah Ramma Basecamp) → Lembah Ramma Campsite

    1 day

    Day 1
    Discover Makassar

  2. Lembah Ramma Campsite → Malino Basecamp → Makassar

    1 day

    Day 2
    Discover Makassar

Tour highlights

  1. 01Scenic Drive to Malino & Hike to Lembah Ramma
  2. 02Morning Valley Exploration & Return to Makassar

Hike through pine forests to camp in the serene, cliff-framed valley of Lembah Ramma.

Itinerary in detail

The route, day by day. Every day can change with who is travelling, so treat this as the shape of the trip rather than a fixed schedule.

Day 1

Scenic Drive to Malino & Hike to Lembah Ramma

  • Pickup from Makassar city hotel or Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Drive up into the cool Malino highlands (~3 hours), passing tea plantations and pine trees on the way to the trail basecamp.
  • Meet your local guide and support crew for a safety briefing and gear check. Begin the trek along shaded forest paths, crossing small wooden bridges and mountain streams.
  • Arrive at the wide, lush basin of Lembah Ramma, framed by the towering cliffs of Mount Bawakaraeng. Set up camp, watch the mist settle over the valley, and enjoy a warm home-cooked dinner around the campsite.

Day 2

Morning Valley Exploration & Return to Makassar

  • Wake up to crisp mountain air and a golden sunrise over the valley floor. Enjoy hot coffee, tea, and breakfast while exploring the serene fields and streams around the valley.
  • Pack up camp and begin the return trek back along the forest trail to the Malino basecamp.
  • Enjoy a fresh local lunch in Malino before taking the scenic return drive to Makassar, arriving in the evening for hotel or airport drop-off.

Questions about this trip

Answered by the team who runs it.

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Is Lembah Ramma suitable for beginner hikers?

Yes, Lembah Ramma is one of the most accessible valley hikes in South Sulawesi. It is much less steep than climbing Mount Bawakaraeng's summit, making it suitable for beginners with reasonable fitness levels.

What gear do I need to bring?

Since camping equipment (tents, mats, sleeping bags) and food are provided, you only need warm clothing layers for cold valley nights, rain gear, comfortable hiking shoes, a daypack, and personal toiletries.

Will there be mobile network signal in the valley?

Signal is very limited or unavailable once you enter the valley floor, allowing you to enjoy an authentic off-grid mountain experience.

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Local businesses where this trip goes

Dive centres, tour operators and guides in the places on this trip. Each one has its own page and contacts.

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