WILD INDONESIA Including Flores, Bali, Lomodo National Park & the FIRST CLASS Discovery Site of Pleistocene “Hobbit” Homo Florsiensis August 19–September 2, 2011

AAAS Travels ACS & Sigma Xi Expeditions BETCHART EXPEDITIONS Inc. 17050 Montebello Road, Cupertino, CA 95014-5435 WILD INDONESIA Including Flores, Bali, Lomodo National Park & the FIRST CLASS Discovery Site of Pleistocene “hobbit” Homo Florsiensis August 19–September 2, 2011

Dear Friends: We invite you to join us for a journey of discovery to the Indonesian islands of Flores and Bali. Highlights include the “dragons” and coral reefs of Komodo National Park, spectacular volcanic highlands, and the discovery site of the Pleistocene “hobbit” Homo floresiensis whose bones were unearthed in 2003. We’ll explore the Komodo archipelago aboard a 20-passenger live- aboard vessel on a three-day excursion. Called Wallacea, in recognition of Sir Alfred Russell Wallace who explored them in the 19th Century, the islands of Indonesia Join us!... Explore support distinctive plants and animals that mark a sharp transition between the Asian and Australian biogeographic realms. WILD INDONESIA! On our journey, we will visit the August 19–September 2, 2011 homeland of indigenous culture groups like the Mangarai who mix Catholicism and colorful birdlife, and the opportunity to explore an area with a rich animistic tradition, and the COSTS & CONDITIONS little visited by Americans. The expedition will be a delight for Balinese whose music and dance is adventurous travelers! renowned. The people of Flores, even if Expedition Fee: $3,690 per person twin share + air fare of We’ll be traveling at the optimal time of year and temperatures they live in town, still maintain thatch- approximately $1,295 plus tax from Los Angeles International will be pleasant in the highlands. When we are not along the roofed clan houses in ancient villages Airport to Bali, RT + in-tour air approximately $250 per person. coast, we will be among volcanic highlands at elevations of 3,000- Single Supplement: $595 additional at hotels only (no singles on 4,000 feet. This means cooler temperatures and bright, but not whose architecture is characteristic of the boat as we explore Komodo Island). too hot daytime sunshine. Our visit coincides with Indonesia’s each local group. Our base on legendary Expedition Fee Includes: Group transfers; transportation dry season, so a soaking rain is unlikely on this program, although Bali will be the cultural center of Ubud. by bus or vans; activities as indicated; accommodations based we can expect the occasional light shower. No smoking during Off the western shore of Flores is an on twin share in first class hotel in Bali and clean country style meals, lectures, or in the vehicles, please. brains were small, the little people of Flores hotels with private bath which reflect the heritage of Flores; island archipelago that supports the Komodo Air Fare & Airline Ticketing: Air fare quoted is approximate had distinctive tools they used to hunt Stegodon, meals as indicated; entrance fees; tips at hotels; baggage based on current fares with Cathay Pacific Airways from Los Dragon, a monitor lizard of magnificent propor- handling; tour leadership by an excellent naturalist; Angeles to Hong Kong and Bali, RT. In-Tour Air Fare is booked tions that lives only here, and shares habitat with a dwarf elephant. Intriguingly, their time on administration. and ticketed by our agent in Indonesia for all passengers. AIR its prey: Rusa Deer and feral buffalo. Komodo’s Flores was contemporaneous with that of early Expedition Fee Does Not Include: International and in-tour FARES AND TAXES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. shallow, fringing coral reefs are among the world’s modern humans. We will visit the site of ongoing air fare (quoted separately); independent transfers; some meals Reservations, Deposits & Payments: To reserve a place archaeological work at Liang Bua. on Bali; tips to your guide and drivers; beverages at meals; on this expedition, please mail a deposit of $500 per person with most diverse, with several hundred coral species alcoholic beverages, snacks, sodas, bottled water, laundry, the completed reservation form to: and even more tropical fish. The water is clear and In addition to the overland journey on internet use, phone, fax, passport, visa, travel insurance, or conditions are usually ideal for snorkeling. You Flores, and three days under sail in the Komodo other personal expenses; foreign airport departure taxes. Wild Indonesia 2011 Betchart Expeditions Inc. may see such iconic reef species as angelfishes Archipelago, our visit to the island of Bali offers a What to Expect: This expedition is for travelers who would 17050 Montebello Road and the Moorish Idol. A bit more time in the wealth of scenic, ecological, and cultural activities. like to explore the lush, scenic islands of Indonesia, with a Cupertino, CA 95014-5435 special look at the cultural and natural heritage of the islands of water will reveal curious, less common creatures Highlights include the Uluwatu Temple and a Flores, Komodo, and Bali, with leadership by Chris Carpenter. Final payment is due 60 days before departure (June 19, 2011). like bumphead wrasse, garden eels and perhaps botanical garden in the mountainous interior. Accommodations are pleasant and unpretentious, the local Cancellations & Refunds: The initial deposit is refundable an octopus. We will also plan to attend a traditional gamelan people are gracious and interested in foreign visitors. Roads, up to 60 days before departure less a handling fee of $100 per orchestra and legong dance performance. while narrow and winding, offer generally smooth passage. person. There is no refund after the 60-day period unless your Among the most interesting volcanoes is Highlights will include the extraordinary opportunity to see the place is resold, then only the $100 per person handling fee is Kelimutu with colorful summit lakes of turquoise We hope you be able to join us this August for recently discovered (huge) withheld. Trip cancellation insurance will be offered. There are and chocolate-brown. The mountain is high a fascinating journey to Indonesia. cave of an early human, no refunds for unused meals or other expedition features. enough (5,400 feet) to support montane bird and Homo floresiensis, just Questions: Please contact Sincerely, discovered in 2003, and a Renee Apostolou, Betchart Expeditions Inc. plant species including some of the Southern three-day adventure by Hemisphere Vireya rhododendrons. 20-passengers boat to Phone: (800) 252-4910 Komodo Island, to look or (408) 252-4910 The bones of Homo floresiensis, a distinct for the Komodo Dragons. Fax: (408) 252-1444 species of dwarf-human that lived during Margaret M. Betchart Other highlights will include Email: [email protected] the Ice Age, were discovered in the beautiful President, Betchart Expeditions Inc. spectacular volcanoes, limestone cave of Liang Bua. Although their For AAAS, Sigma Xi, and ACS flowers unique to Flores On the Web: www.betchartexpeditions.com archaeological research work in progress. exhibits and walk in the montane rainforest. We will ITINERARY Afternoon drive to Labuan Bajo with a stop at hope to meet with one of the botanical specialists and the Lingko “spider web” rice fields, where the learn about their orchid propagation work. After we visit Days 1/2 Los Angeles to Hong Kong & Bali rice paddies are arranged in a radial pattern the botanical garden, we will visit nearby Candikuning Depart Los Angeles International Airport at 1:35 am designed to partition the land equitably among Market. Lunch at a restaurant overlooking Lake Baratan, August 19 on our flight to Hong Kong, arriving on the the different village families. We will arrive at or return to Ubud. Enjoy time to explore Ubud on morning of Day 2. We will take a connecting flight to Labuan Bajo, a port city at the western edge your own, visit the Monkey Forest, or pursue other Denpasar, Bali, the island of legendary charm. We will of Flores, the gateway to the islands of interests. B,D arrive mid-afternoon. Transfer to our hotel in Sanur, Komodo National Park. Puri Sati or Binteng Day 14 Ubud, Bali & Batur Caldera Bali (1 night). Have a welcome dinner and introduction Hotel, or similar (1 night). B,L,D This morning, we will drive to the rim of Batur Caldera to the expedition. —/D Days 9/11 Exploration of for spectacular views of Bali’s upland volcanic landscape. Day 3 Bali to Maumere, Flores Komodo National Park Near the rim, we can visit the agricultural demonstration Enjoy a welcome breakfast at our hotel, then transfer to Today, we will embark at Labuan Bajo for a garden. We’ll descend to Pura Sabatu Temple, a beautiful the airport for our late-morning flight to Maumere, Flores. three-day excursion amongst the islands of example of a traditional Balinese agriculture temple. Unlike some of Indonesia’s other destinations, tourism Komodo National Park (2 nights on a live- Continuing downhill, stop for lunch at the Tegallalang on Flores is just starting to take hold, and local people are aboard vessel). We will explore the park on Rice Terraces, an iconic Balinese landscape. After lunch, extremely pleased to see travelers visiting the places they foot and look for Komodo Dragons, cockatiels, return to Ubud and you will have free time to explore call home. Most of the hotels and restaurants are still locally and other delightful birds on Rinca and Ubud on your own. Guides can suggest excursions based owned, giving each locale a refreshing sense of place. Komodo Islands. The landscape is scenic; on your interests. Possibilities include: the Agung Rai Now is a good time to visit Flores. Facilities are adequate steep grassy hills are dotted with endemic Museum of Art or another good gallery, Ubud Botanical for travel in reasonable comfort, accommodations are lontar palms. Our exploration of Komodo Garden, or the Monkey Forest if you haven’t been yet. pleasant and unpretentious, local people are gracious and National Park will include guided walks on Enjoy a festive farewell dinner and legong dance cultural & interested in foreign visitors, and roads - while narrow Komodo and Rinca Island in places where program tonight. B,D

and winding - offer generally smooth passage. On arrival, the Komodo Dragons are relatively abundant. Day 15 Bali to Hong Kong & Home SIGM A we will transfer to Sea World Club, a small resort at the There will be several opportunities to Morning at leisure. Late afternoon flight Denpasar to Hong THE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH SOCIETY edge of a clear bay. At leisure to swim and explore or snorkel in some of the most diverse coral Kong, connecting with your return flight to Los Angeles. snorkel off the beach in front of the resort. Meet our local habitats in the world (spectacular guide and have an orientation to the island of Flores and snorkeling!). The animals in such tropical its distinctive natural history. B,L,D marine habitats exploit color like no others Day 4 Moni, Flores on earth. Put your compact digital camera in Today, we will drive from Maumere to Moni (65 miles, an underwater case and you’ll be poised to 3.5 hours driving time). Both Flores and Bali are young, capture wonderful images. We will also look mountainous, and geologically active. Much of our time for flying foxes, visit a fishing village, and will be spent in highland areas where temperatures are explore other opportunities as they arise! refreshingly cool, despite a proximity to the equator. En Return to Labuan Bajo on Day 11. Puri Sati or route to Moni, we will visit a small museum on the cultural Binteng Hotel, or similar (1 night). B,L,D X I heritage of Flores, located on the outskirts of Maumere, Day 12 Fly to Bali and a village where the women weave in a traditional ikat This morning we will bid farewell to our style. Here we will see some homes built in the traditional guide on Flores, and take a return flight ESERVATIONS #1171 Leonese style. The people around Moni, where we’ll stay Labuan Bajo to Denpasar, Bali (about 1 hr). R & tonight, are of the Leonese ethnicity. Their traditional homes Lunch near Denpasar. In the afternoon we I/we want to join the Wild Indonesia Expedition, have a tall central pillar. will visit the Uluwatu Temple Complex, Yes! coastal areas in more recent generations. Along the way, August 19–September 2, 2011, offered by AAAS Travels,

On arrival, check in at Moni Eco-Lodge. Moni, like the perched high atop lava sea cliffs with breathtaking views ACS & Sigma Xi Expeditions. Please reserve ____ space(s). other Flores hill towns we will visit, is high enough for there is a beach where minerals impart a bluish caste to out over the open ocean. Champlung Sari Hotel or A As a deposit, I/we enclose a check for $______($500 per pleasant, cool weather and retains much of its local charm. stones that tumble in the waves, and some villages that similar, Ubud (3 nights). B,L,D person) payable to Betchart Expeditions Inc. Trust Account. The afternoon will present opportunities to explore a reflect the architectural style of the Bajawanese, another Day 13 Ubud, Bali C S scenic mountain valley, or look for birds among the upland Flores ethnic group. Climbing from the coast, we skirt the This morning we will depart Ubud for Baratan Lake Name(s) ______Age______forests and terraced rice fields that surround Moni Village. flanks of conical volcanoes to arrive Bajawa late afternoon. and Temple, and nearby Botanical Garden to visit plant B,L,D Hotel Wisata (2 nights). B,L,D ______Age______

Day 5 Bajawa, Flores & Kelimutu Volcano Day 6 Bajawa, Flores This morning we will depart early on an three-hour Today, we will have an opportunity to pursue a variety RESPONSIBILITY Address ______E excursion to the crater lakes that lie near the summit of of activities around Bajawa including visits to traditional villages and megalith sites like Labu and Bena, and a City ______State ____ Zip ______Kelimutu Volcano, 5,400’ elevation. These lakes, which fill Betchart Expeditions Inc., the American Association for the Advancement x possible excursion to Soa Hot Springs. B,L,D of Science (AAAS), Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society, and American the Kelimutu summit craters, are geologically distinctive Chemical Society (ACS) act only as agents for the passenger with respect to Phone: Home (______) ______because they change color from time to time, depending Day 7 Ruteng, Flores transportation and hotels, and exercise every care possible. However, we can p on the activity of the fumaroles that lie beneath their surface. assume no liability for injury, damage, delay, loss, accident or irregularity in This morning, we will continue exploring the island of connection with the serv ices of any airplane, ship, motorcoach, or any other Work (______) ______

As you might expect, they are a rich source of folklore. Flores, as we drive from Bajawa to Ruteng (90 miles, 4 hrs conveyance used in carrying out the arrangements of the tour. We cannot e We’ll drive up the mountain in the early morning for the driving time). Lunch on arrival. In the afternoon, we will accept any respon si bility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or Email Address ______changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, best chance of clear weather. Access to the lakes is by a di plan to visit the old village where Ruteng families maintain terrorism, acts of God, or other causes beyond our control. All such losses Membership: AAAS Sigma Xi ACS Planetary Society footpath, which ascends gradually for about three-quarters clan houses, old wooden structures built upon foundations or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger, as tour rates provide for arrangements only for the time stated. We re serve the right to substitute Accommodations Preference: of a mile to the highest point. We’ll have snacks and coffee of lava rock. We will also have a lecture presentation on another leader of simi lar expertise or to cancel any tour prior to departure, in __ Twin __ Single __ Twin Share with a friend or __ assign a roommate near the summit. Homo floresiensis, a distinct species of small human whose which case the entire payment will be re f unded with no further obligation on t bones were found in nearby Liang Bua cave in 2003. our part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a __ Nonsmoker __ Smoker In addition to the colored lakes and volcanic landscapes, member of the tour. No refund will be made for the unused portion of any tour i o the montane forests on Kelimutu’s summit flank support Homo floresiensis is thought to have been on Flores unless arrangements are made in suf ficient time to avoid penal ties. The price during the last ice-age, until about 13,000 years ago. of the program is based on current tariffs and rates, and is subject to change. plant and bird species of restricted range, including an Any tariff, exchange rate, or fuel increases will be passed on to participants. Signature ______Date ______endemic rhododendron species that may be in flower at Though small-brained, they had a distinctive toolkit and Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk entirely. It is understood that the air ticket seem to have hunted Stegodon, a dwarf elephant. when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and the n the time of our visit. There is a small arboretum in this air line concerned. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for Signature ______Date ______area as well. We’ll then depart in late morning for Bajawa Catholic Convent or Dalhia Hotel (1 night). B,L,D any act, omission, or event during the time passengers are not on board their (110 miles, 4 hrs driving time). Day 8 Labuanbajo, Flores plane or conveyance. Please Mail To: Wild Indonesia 2011 s Betchart Expeditions Inc. En route to Bajawa, we’ll stop for lunch in the port town This morning we will have an excursion to the Homo © 2011 Betchart Expeditions Inc. All rights reserved. floresiensis site at Liang Bua cave. We will see and learn Photos by Chris Carpenter. 17050 Montebello Road of Ende where the population consists of native Floresians Cupertino, CA 95014-5435 together with seafaring people who have settled Flores about this site, and we may be able to observe some of the Map by April Milne and Larry Larsen. CST# 2036304-40 archaeological research work in progress. exhibits and walk in the montane rainforest. We will ITINERARY Afternoon drive to Labuan Bajo with a stop at hope to meet with one of the botanical specialists and the Lingko “spider web” rice fields, where the learn about their orchid propagation work. After we visit Days 1/2 Los Angeles to Hong Kong & Bali rice paddies are arranged in a radial pattern the botanical garden, we will visit nearby Candikuning Depart Los Angeles International Airport at 1:35 am designed to partition the land equitably among Market. Lunch at a restaurant overlooking Lake Baratan, August 19 on our flight to Hong Kong, arriving on the the different village families. We will arrive at or return to Ubud. Enjoy time to explore Ubud on morning of Day 2. We will take a connecting flight to Labuan Bajo, a port city at the western edge your own, visit the Monkey Forest, or pursue other Denpasar, Bali, the island of legendary charm. We will of Flores, the gateway to the islands of interests. B,D arrive mid-afternoon. Transfer to our hotel in Sanur, Komodo National Park. Puri Sati or Binteng Day 14 Ubud, Bali & Batur Caldera Bali (1 night). Have a welcome dinner and introduction Hotel, or similar (1 night). B,L,D This morning, we will drive to the rim of Batur Caldera to the expedition. —/D Days 9/11 Exploration of for spectacular views of Bali’s upland volcanic landscape. Day 3 Bali to Maumere, Flores Komodo National Park Near the rim, we can visit the agricultural demonstration Enjoy a welcome breakfast at our hotel, then transfer to Today, we will embark at Labuan Bajo for a garden. We’ll descend to Pura Sabatu Temple, a beautiful the airport for our late-morning flight to Maumere, Flores. three-day excursion amongst the islands of example of a traditional Balinese agriculture temple. Unlike some of Indonesia’s other destinations, tourism Komodo National Park (2 nights on a live- Continuing downhill, stop for lunch at the Tegallalang on Flores is just starting to take hold, and local people are aboard vessel). We will explore the park on Rice Terraces, an iconic Balinese landscape. After lunch, extremely pleased to see travelers visiting the places they foot and look for Komodo Dragons, cockatiels, return to Ubud and you will have free time to explore call home. Most of the hotels and restaurants are still locally and other delightful birds on Rinca and Ubud on your own. Guides can suggest excursions based owned, giving each locale a refreshing sense of place. Komodo Islands. The landscape is scenic; on your interests. Possibilities include: the Agung Rai Now is a good time to visit Flores. Facilities are adequate steep grassy hills are dotted with endemic Museum of Art or another good gallery, Ubud Botanical for travel in reasonable comfort, accommodations are lontar palms. Our exploration of Komodo Garden, or the Monkey Forest if you haven’t been yet. pleasant and unpretentious, local people are gracious and National Park will include guided walks on Enjoy a festive farewell dinner and legong dance cultural & interested in foreign visitors, and roads - while narrow Komodo and Rinca Island in places where program tonight. B,D