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Join Rarindra Prakarsa for a photography adventure in West Sumatra, Indonesia (July 10th–13th, 2025). Capture stunning cityscapes, cultural portraits, and the thrilling Pacu Jawi (cow race) in this unforgettable journey! 

DESTINATION: Minangkabau International Airport, Padang, Indonesia

Date of arrival: 10th July

Date of Departure: 13th July

Flight: from/to Jakarta, KL or Singapore

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ITINERARY

 

Day 1 : (July 10th) 

  • Participants should arrive at Minangkabau International Airport before 12:00 PM.

  • Warm welcome and lunch upon arrival.

  • Depart directly for Bukittinggi.

  • First photography session at sunset, capturing the iconic Jam Gadang (Big Clock Tower) with Mount Singgalang as a stunning backdrop.

  • Hotel check-in and rest.

Day 2 morning: (July 11th) 

  • 4:30 AM – Depart early for a sunrise photography session at Bukit Takuruang, an isolated hill surrounded by lush forests and morning mist.

  • Shortly after sunrise, move to a lower ground near the hill, where a river provides a scenic backdrop.

  • Capture an authentic traditional martial arts performance and rural kids in the river, with Bukit Takuruang as a dramatic background

    Afternoon:

  • Hotel check-out from Bukittinggi and depart for Batusangkar, where the cow race (Pacu Jawi) will take place.

  • Around 3:00 PM – Arrive in Batusangkar and set up a simple portrait studio to capture the striking faces and character of the local people.

  • Evening – Hotel check-in and rest.

Day 3 Morning: (July 12th)

  • Morning – After breakfast, prepare for the highlight of the trip: Pacu Jawi (cow race).

    1. Rarindra will conduct a short session on basic editing techniques.

    2. Followed by a technical briefing on how to capture the action-packed moments of the race.

  • Midday – The race begins after the Islamic midday prayer. While preparations are underway, enjoy lunch and take in the local atmosphere.

  • Afternoon – Capture the Pacu Jawi race, which runs until

  •  4:00 PM Evening – Depart for Padang, with an estimated arrival at 9:30 PM. Hotel check-in and rest.

Day 4 Morning : (July 13th)

Participants have two options to choose

Option 1: Breakfast and keep rest until check-out on 8:30 AM

Option 2: Shooting 5:30 am at grand mosque nearby hotel. And Breakfast afterward and check-out 8:30 Am

9:00 Leaving hotel to Airport for ones who have international flight to KL​

For domestic flight to Jakarta, participant can leave hotel maximum 12:00 PM. 

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Trip fare:  USD 595 or IDR 9,500,000

Down payment: USD 295 (IDR 4,000,000) before March 25, 2025. (non-refundable)

Balance: USD300 (IDR 5,500,000) before June 1st, 2025

Transfer to 

(US Dollar account):

BANK CENTRAL ASIA Account number: 4912 260 571

Account name: Budi Prakasa Karyadi

Branch: Jalan Panjang

Address: Jalan Panjang 79 EF, Kelapa Dua, Jakarta 11520, Indonesia

SWIFT Code: CENAIDJA

(Rupiah account)

BCA 0840465012

A.n Budi Prakasa Karyadi

Includes 

  • Three nights’ accommodation: One person=one room

  • Meals and water along the trip ⁠All entrances fees.

  • Mentoring+ assistants +helpers

  • Airport transfer

  • Water+snack

 

Excludes 

  • International flight arriving to and depart from Padang Minangkabau Airport

  • Drink or anything order not by organizer

  • Tipping for local guide and driver/co driver

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What to Bring

Photography Gear

  • Camera Body: Bring a backup for peace of mind.

  • Lenses: 24-70 or wider mm and Minimum 200mm for cow race. 

  • Light Tripod: Optional, ideal for landscape enthusiasts.
    Further details on photography gear will be shared later.

Travel Essentials

  • Passport: Ensure it’s valid for at least six months before departure.

  • July is considered hot, bring hat, thin long sleeve, sunscreen

  • Sandals/slippers if you dont want shoes getting lots of mud

  • 3/4 pants is recommended. 

Ready to join, please fill in this form

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TWO DAYS  ADD ON Program/shooting/workshop in Jakarta: 

If you are happen to overlay/transit your flight in Jakarta before flying to Padang, I offer you a Two days shooting in life studio with 4 different themes of conceptual 'old Indonesia' and rural life themes.  (Sample pictures is below in gallery below -- last picture) 

With minimum two participants. Details and price will be annouced one we have minimum pax interested in. This will also include mentoring, lunch and transporation to shooting location. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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