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Tambrauw Regency
Spend 2–3 days in Tambrauw, using Sorong as base, catch a 14:00 ferry to Sausapor and visit beaches and Kebar Valley.Spend 2–3 days in Tambrauw, using Sorong as base, catch a 2:00 PM ferry to Sausapor and visit beaches and Kebar Valley.
Tambrauw is a remote regency in Southwest Papua accessed via Sorong. Daily ferries to Sausapor run at 14:00, allowing a full day on the Green and Blue Wonders. Two days cover the main beaches and a valley trek; a third adds a waterfall visit.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jan–Mar (heavy rain)
- Airport
- SOQ
- Nights
- 2
Not a trip line yet
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tambrauw Regency110 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tambrauw Regency, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for visitors, but medical facilities are limited; travel with a guide and carry basic first‑aid supplies.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 112 General · 118 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSOQ Domine Edward Osok Airport (1 km (0.6 mi) south of Sorong centre; flights from Jakarta, Makassar, Manado, Ambon, Jayapura).SOQ Domine Edward Osok Airport (0.6 mi (1 km) south of Sorong centre; flights from Jakarta, Makassar, Manado, Ambon, Jayapura).
- Getting aroundTake a taksi (minivan) or ojek (motorcycle taxi) from the Sorong ferry terminal to Sausapor; local transport on the regency is limited, so plan walks.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per roomRp250,000
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per roomRp350,000
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per roomRp500,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp150,000 · Mid Rp250,000 · High Rp400,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SOQ Domine Edward Osok Airport (1 km (0.6 mi) south of Sorong centre; flights from Jakarta, Makassar, Manado, Ambon, Jayapura)SOQ Domine Edward Osok Airport (0.6 mi (1 km) south of Sorong centre; flights from Jakarta, Makassar, Manado, Ambon, Jayapura)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jan (20 rain days), driest Jul (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tambrauw Regency: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Take a taksi (minivan) or ojek (motorcycle taxi) from the Sorong ferry terminal to Sausapor; local transport on the regency is limited, so plan walks.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Sausapor Beach
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Ferry from Sorong at 14:00, then a short walkFerry from Sorong at 2:00 PM, then a short walk
White‑sand beach, good for swimming; arrive early to avoid crowds.
Werur Beach
goDoor to door: ≈3 h total
Ferry to Sausapor, then taksi 30 min
Remote beach with cultural significance.
Kebar Valley
cautionDoor to door: ≈4 h total
Drive from Sorong by taksi 1.5 h (check road condition)
Scenic valley, may require a guide.
Anenderat Waterfall
cautionDoor to door: ≈5 h total
Taksi 2 h from Sorong, then hike 30 min
Waterfall access can be muddy in rainy season.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Sorong city centre
Hotels and guesthouses within walking distance of the ferry terminal; convenient for early ferries.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- IDR 150,000–250,000 (≈ US$10–16) excl. bed
- Mid
- IDR 250,000–400,000 (≈ US$16–25) excl. bed
- High
- IDR 400,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (double)1 × 2 nights × Rp350,000 | Rp700,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × Rp250,000 | Rp1,000,000 |
| Sorong–Sausapor ferry (round‑trip)2 × Rp150,000 · check schedule | Rp300,000 |
| Taksi from Sorong airport to city centre2 × Rp80,000 · check price | Rp160,000 |
| Buffer 15%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp324,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp621,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp2,484,000≈ US$160 |
2026 estimate in IDR; flights and long‑distance ferries excluded.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry to Sausapor departs daily at 14:00; extra 9:00 ferries only Mon, Wed, Fri – check schedule before arrival.Ferry to Sausapor departs daily at 2:00 PM; extra 9:00 AM ferries only Mon, Wed, Fri – check schedule before arrival.
- Roads are unpaved; allow extra travel time after landing.
- Limited medical facilities; carry basic first‑aid supplies.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General
- 112
- Ambulance
- 118
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Sorong → Sausapor ferry: about IDR 150,000 (≈ US$10) round‑trip, 14:00 departure (check)about IDR 150,000 (≈ US$10) round‑trip, 2:00 PM departure (check)
- Taksi airport → city centre: ≈IDR 80,000
Say or show
- Maaf — Excuse me / Sorry (ma‑fah)
- Terima kasih — Thank you (tuh‑ree‑mah kah‑see)
- Berapa harganya? — How much is it? (buh‑rah‑pah har‑gahn‑ya)
- Di mana feri? — Where is the ferry? (dee‑mah‑nah fe‑ree)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tambrauw Regency. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jan–Mar (heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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