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)
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Participants should arrive at Minangkabau International Airport before 12:00 PM.
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Warm welcome and lunch upon arrival.
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Depart directly for Bukittinggi.
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First photography session at sunset, capturing the iconic Jam Gadang (Big Clock Tower) with Mount Singgalang as a stunning backdrop.
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Hotel check-in and rest.
Day 2 morning: (July 11th)
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4:30 AM – Depart early for a sunrise photography session at Bukit Takuruang, an isolated hill surrounded by lush forests and morning mist.
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Shortly after sunrise, move to a lower ground near the hill, where a river provides a scenic backdrop.
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Capture an authentic traditional martial arts performance and rural kids in the river, with Bukit Takuruang as a dramatic background
Afternoon:
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Hotel check-out from Bukittinggi and depart for Batusangkar, where the cow race (Pacu Jawi) will take place.
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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.
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Evening – Hotel check-in and rest.
Day 3 Morning: (July 12th)
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Morning – After breakfast, prepare for the highlight of the trip: Pacu Jawi (cow race).
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Rarindra will conduct a short session on basic editing techniques.
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Followed by a technical briefing on how to capture the action-packed moments of the race.
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Midday – The race begins after the Islamic midday prayer. While preparations are underway, enjoy lunch and take in the local atmosphere.
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Afternoon – Capture the Pacu Jawi race, which runs until
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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
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Three nights’ accommodation: One person=one room
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Meals and water along the trip All entrances fees.
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Mentoring+ assistants +helpers
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Airport transfer
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Water+snack
Excludes
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International flight arriving to and depart from Padang Minangkabau Airport
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Drink or anything order not by organizer
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Tipping for local guide and driver/co driver
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What to Bring
Photography Gear
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Camera Body: Bring a backup for peace of mind.
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Lenses: 24-70 or wider mm and Minimum 200mm for cow race.
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Light Tripod: Optional, ideal for landscape enthusiasts.
Further details on photography gear will be shared later.
Travel Essentials
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Passport: Ensure it’s valid for at least six months before departure.
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July is considered hot, bring hat, thin long sleeve, sunscreen
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Sandals/slippers if you dont want shoes getting lots of mud
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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.
