4×4 Jeep and Cultural Tour to Anartutu
This exciting jeep tour covers a number of attractions in Anartutu, the capital of Suco Makadade that sits between two mountains, Manukoko and Maharubus. During the drive to Anartutu visitors can see the remains of an ancient Portuguese settlement in Ekmunu, as well as a stop at Eklaiula to enjoy its beautiful landscape. Makadade has an annual betel nut festival conducted in the middle of July each year. The remainder of year, Anartutu offers a handful of attractions rooted in community groups that can create in-depth experiences for tourists such as cultural dance and music, traditional fabric weaving, handicrafts, and blacksmithing.
Tour Stops & Highlights
- Telephone Tower Scenic View
- Portuguese Colonial Estate Ruins
- Anartutu – Blacksmith
- Anartutu – Rapim Hirik Weavers
- Anartutu – Lunch Spot
- Anartutu – Utensils carving
- Anartutu – Cultural dance and music
- Optional Hike to Manukoko Peak (2 hr roundtrip)
- Telephone Tower Sundowner
What’s included:
- Traditional Lunch with a local family
- Community tour and cultural demonstrations
- Sundowner Drink at the Telephone Tower with a view of each coast
Prices start at $170 per person; each additional person is charged a lower rate, so the larger the group the cheaper the tour is per person. Please inquire today for a custom price and itinerary.
What to Bring:
- Sunscreen & hat
- Bottle of water
- Long pants and shirt to protect from bugs
Price
$170 per person ($25 for each additional person)Optional Add-ons
- Base price of the tour is $145 for the jeep rental plus $25 per passenger (up to 5 people)
- Overnight in a homestay with a local family
- Trek to the Manococo Peak (1-2 hrs)
