A Luxury Philanthropic Vacation in Indonesia
Leave a legacy on a luxury philanthropic vacation in Indonesia by funding the rescue of an orangutan family facing habitat loss due to palm oil production, and their release to a protected reserve. In return, you get to track orangutans in an exclusive tract of pristine rainforest.
Diverse islands, private yachts and fascinating cultures await you as well.
Highlights
Indonesia is a canvas of contrasts: sacred silence beside crashing surf, jungle heartbeats beneath starlit skies, ancestral ritual in the shadow of modern luxury.
For the discerning traveler, it offers not just destinations — but deep, soulful journeys into nature, culture, and the art of refined escape.
Eco-Luxury
Indonesia has superb eco-luxury properties; our top picks are:
Misool Resort in Raja Ampat
NIHI on Sumba Island
Alila in Bali
Green Village in Bali
Como Shambhala in Bali
Philanthropy Unlocked
Fund the rescue of an orangutan family facing habitat loss due to palm oil production, and facilitate their release to a protected reserve.
In return, you get to go in search of orangutans, honey bears, proboscis monkeys and other wildlife in an exclusive tract of pristine rainforest with expert trackers.
Suggested Indonesia Trip Itinerary
Example Price: US$65,000 per person
A transformative 20-day Indonesian odyssey combining Bali’s cultural and culinary riches, a raw orangutan-release expedition in Borneo, and world-class diving in the pristine Raja Ampat islands — culminating in barefoot eco-luxury and cultural immersion at Nihi Sumba.
From volcano treks and temple rituals to coral gardens and tribal encounters, this journey fuses adventure, conservation, and indulgence across Indonesia’s most extraordinary landscapes.
Trip Highlights
- Visit ancient temples, vibrant markets, and artisan workshops
- Experience Balinese cooking classes and legendary spa rituals
- Gain rare, life-changing insights into wildlife protection and rehabilitation
- Dive or snorkel among the world’s richest coral reefs and marine life
- Enjoy kayaking, beach dining, and total digital disconnection
- Enjoy surfing, horse riding, island adventures, and a unique spa safari
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation, and basic accommodation when wildlife trekking
- Private transfers
- Expert local guides
- Meals as specified (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
Note: Price excludes international and domestic flights, but these can be arranged, including by private jet
Sample Day by Day
- Day 1: Arrive Bali - Arrive at the Island of the Gods, and after clearing customs, you are whisked away to your home in the hills of Ubud, Capella (D)
- Days 2-3: Ubud is renowned for its rich arts, crafts and cultural heritage. Captivating temples, rituals and ceremonies, exhilarating waterfalls, rice terraces and walking trails, extensive culinary charms, artisan crafts, farmer’s markets and plantations are waiting to be discovered.
- Feeling adventurous? You can hike up a volcano, mountain bike, whitewater raft, dive, snorkel, surf and more. We can arrange cooking classes with top chefs, and of course the Balinese spa treatments are legendary. (B)
- Day 4-6: A plane, jeep, boat and hiking adventure in basic conditions in an exclusive tract of rainforest to spot orangutans in the wild. You need to be aware that this journey is on bumpy off road tracks, with challenging hiking (B,L,D)
- Day 7-14: Fly to eco-luxe Misool Eco-Resort in the incredible Raja Ampat islands. This is your intimate tropical hideaway, built on a private island in an archipelago of uninhabited islands. (B)
- Misool is 100 miles (165 km) away from the nearest port, blissfully secluded from the modern world. No light pollution, no noise pollution, no mobile phone signal… in fact there is very little to distract you from the surrounding natural beauty.
- The dive center is well fitted out and the restaurant is tucked under the palm trees on the lagoon’s beach, offering a tasty combination of Asian and Western fare. There are four dedicated dive boats as well as a snorkeling boat and kayaks.
- Day 15-18: Sumba has an ancient culture, untouched by the modern world and a visit to the villages of megalithic tribes is fascinating. Check-in to Nihi Resort and let the final stage of your adventure begin.
- This is where you can surf, fish, explore the island, engage with the culture and you can even extend your philanthropic activities with social upliftment activities. The spa treatments are sublime here, and you can experience a unique spa safari.
- Day 19: Today your Indonesian adventure comes to an end…or does it? Perhaps you will extend your trip and do some sailing around the Komodo Islands? (B)
Note: This is a sample itinerary, to give you an idea of what is possible. We delight in tailoring the trip to your exact requirements
Highlights of Indonesia
Indonesia is a vast archipelago full of delights, from vibrant Bali, to the cultural riches of Borobodur, wildlife on land and sea, diving in Raja Ampat, and surfing on Sumba Island
Hotels and lodges shown here are examples of what we call “eco-luxury”, meaning you minimize any environmental impact whilst retaining your creature comforts. With Impact Destinations you can enjoy the best eco-luxury accommodation in Indonesia.
Philanthropic Experiences in Indonesia
Save the Lives of an Orangutan Family
Funding the rescue of an orangutan family that is facing loss of its habitat due to deforestation from palm oil production enables you to track orangutans and other wildlife in an exclusive tract of rainforest.
