Kitesurf Travel to Jeneponto
All you need to know to visit us and more …
Roadbook
by Charlotte Consorti
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All prices are Net including service and taxes.
We charge in Rupiah (IDR) – Estimations displayed in USD are for information only.
For big groups or long stay, contact us directly to discuss commercial conditions.
DEPOSIT can be done through Wise or classic bank transfer.
CHECK-OUT bill can be settled by either cash, debit or credit card.
We do not accept foreign currencies.
A 50% deposit of the accommodation amount booked is required to confirm your booking.
Cancellation fees apply on the deposit:
≥ 30 days = fully reimbursed
15 – 30 days = 50% reimbursed
< 15 days = no reimbursement
Tourist Visa (C1 – 60 days)
- Price $50 (1M IDR)
- Online – processed in 5 days
- Extension twice of 60 days
Visa On Arrival (VOA – 30 days)
- Price $25 (500K IDR)
- Extension once 30 days
The penalties for overstaying your visa will cost you $70 by day.
Official immigration website to apply: evisa.imigrasi.go.id
We are in Mallasoro village, 80 km from Makassar airport (UPG). We organise private car transfers both ways.
Duration: about 3 hours
Price (one way): IDR 1,000,000 (about $60)
Being the capital of East-Indonesia, Makassar has its own international airport: Sultan Hasanuddin Airport (UPG). Be aware that some airlines booking platforms use Ujung Pandang as alternative name for Makassar.
If you come directly from abroad, you can:
either transit through Singapore or Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and get a direct flight to Makassar (around 3 hours flight).
or rally a big Indonesian hubs such as Jakarta or Bali, and then connect to Makassar (around 1h20 from Bali/Lombok and 2h from Jakarta)
If you are already visiting Indonesia, or live here:
you can connect Makassar from almost all Indonesian cities with an airport.
There are plenty of daily flights from Bali to Makassar.
Airlines: Lion Air, Batik Air, Citilink and Garuda Indonesia
Flight time: about 1h20
Prices: from around IDR 1,000,000 (about $60)
Economy luggage allowance is usually 20 kg.
Indonesian currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) commonly named RUPIAH.
There are ATM machines in airport and along the road. The ATM machines usually accept VISA and MASTERCARD.
If you wish to convert cash, we can be your money changer, we practice a fair exchange rate. For cash advance, we practice 10% service fee.
For safety concerns, you can rent gear if you provide an IKO level 3, or you can prove capabilities on site.
Glimpse of IKO level 3 capabilities:
- Riding and controlling speed by edging
- Riding up-wind
- Sliding transitions
- Self-rescue and pack down
We propose an insurance for damages of kitesurf gear only. In case you don’t subscribe it, you will bear the cost of gear damages, if any occurs.
Kite lessons supervised by instructor already include this insurance.
Anyway, we ensure that our rental equipment is in excellent condition (regularly checked, maintained and renewed). We encourage you to point out beforehand any defect you may observe.
For injuries, we recommend you to check with your personal insurances.
We have first aids kit to treat basic injuries, and we have referent doctors in Jeneponto who can commute onsite.
If needed, Makassar city benefits from premium hospital facilities such as SILOAM (Singaporean private hospital).
No mandatory vaccination, but it is strongly recommended to be updated with the DTP vaccination (diphtheria, tetanus and polio), including measles, rubella and mumps for kids. Tuberculosis is also advised.
Please seek medical guidance before the trip and check with your national embassy any updated requirements.
Wind season occurs during the dry season with limited mosquitoes at dusk.
We recommend that you use mosquito repellents (local lotions are very good) if annoyed. Anyway, all bungalows are equipped with mosquito nets for beds.
We have guards on site to look after your bungalows, but it is advised to leave your valuables in the safety box in your bedroom.
You will be the one making it !
Yes we have free wifi at the reception and in the common areas.
It is Indonesia: no optical fiber yet, coconut fiber only
Like in any tropical country, refrain yourself from drinking water from the tap.
You have one bottle of water (per guest) refueled every day in your bungalow.
We don’t provide plug adapters. So don’t forget yours!
All bungalows are equipped with power sockets type C, E, F.
Need somebody to take care of your children ?
Let us know in advance, and we can find reliable nanny so you can kite freely.
Anyway, our resort is right on the shore, so your family will never be far from you.
We provide soap and bathroom towels
Water is pumped from our own drilling. We have pressure and hot water.
For simple need, there are some “toko” (small shops) in the village.
If you have a special request, let us know since we regularly go to Makassar or Jeneponto for refuel.
BATIKITE can accommodate up to 32 people:
- 3 x GAJAH (Premium – 6 guests)
- 7 x PENYU (Deluxe – 14 guests)
- 1 x MONYET (Dormitory – 12 guests)
SALMIRA can accommodate up to 12 people
- 2 x CAMAR (4 guests)
- 2x BANGAU (4 guests)
- 2x WALET (4 guests)
Estimation above doesn’t consider additional beds.
Pricing in local currency (IDR)
All prices are Net including service and taxes. We do not accept foreign currencies.
BATIKITE Resort (per night, 2 persons, breakfast included)
GAJAH (Premium) = IDR 2,200,000
PENYU (Deluxe) = IDR 1,400,000
MONYET (Dormitory) = IDR 700,000
SALMIRA Resort (per night, 2 persons, breakfast included)
CAMAR = IDR 800,000
WALET = IDR 800,000
BANGAU = IDR 480,000
2026 rates. See the resort pages for 2027 rates.
Adult = IDR 700,000
Minor = IDR 400,000
Under 5 years old = FREE
Airport transfer (one way, private car) = IDR 1,000,000
Complete set (kite, board, harness)
1/2 day = IDR 1,050,000
1 day = IDR 1,550,000
6+ days = IDR 1,300,000 per day
13+ days = IDR 1,050,000 per day
Kite only
1/2 day = IDR 800,000
1 day = IDR 1,150,000
6+ days = IDR 1,000,000 per day
13+ days = IDR 800,000 per day
Board only
1/2 day = IDR 420,000
1 day = IDR 600,000
6+ days = IDR 500,000 per day
13+ days = IDR 420,000 per day
Harness
1/2 day = IDR 210,000
1 day = IDR 300,000
6+ days = IDR 250,000 per day
13+ days = IDR 210,000 per day
Safety accessories are free. Minimum 1/2 day (3 hours).
Private lessons, per person (instructor, equipment and safety gear included)
Coaching (1 hour) = IDR 1,200,000
Taster (2 hours) = IDR 2,300,000
Crush (5 hours) = IDR 5,500,000
Passion (9 hours) = IDR 9,450,000
Addict (12 hours) = IDR 12,000,000
Groups get 20% off.
Kite gear insurance = IDR 330,000 by day
