TripWithAnas ~ AnasBaronda

Stories from the road, and trips planned around you

I'm Anastasia Louhenapessy — also known as Anas Baronda, Ambonese for "traveler." I share my journeys across Indonesia's islands, and help fellow travelers plan trips that actually feel like theirs.

Aerial view of a lagoon island in North Maluku
30+Islands explored
60+Trips planned for travelers
4.9/5Average trip rating
15+Years on the road

What I do

Two ways to travel with me

Follow along for inspiration, or work with me directly to plan a trip suited to how you actually want to travel.

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Travel stories & guides

Honest, detailed write-ups of destinations across Indonesia — where to stay, what to skip, and what's actually worth the detour.

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Custom trip planning

Tell me your dates, budget, and pace. I'll put together an itinerary, local recommendations, and logistics so you can just show up and go.

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Recent destinations

A few of the places I've covered recently — see the full list on the Destinations page.

Coastline near Bulukumba, South Sulawesi
Beyond the Trail · Sulawesi

Sulawesi

Bulukumba — home to Bugis phinisi boat builders, the Amma Toa's guarded ancestral forest, and some of the clearest reef snorkeling in the country.

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Kelimutu's tri-colored crater lakes, Flores
Leg 5 · Komodo & Flores

Flores Overland

The full west-to-east crossing of Flores — Labuan Bajo to Kelimutu's tri-colored crater lakes.

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Traditional peaked-roof house, Sumba
Leg 7 · Sumba

Sumba Overland

Traditional clan villages, wild horses, and world-class surf, covered end to end.

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Nuca Molas viewpoint, Flores

Planning a trip around Indonesia?

I've spent years figuring out the parts that don't make it into the guidebooks — ferry schedules that actually run, guides worth booking, and routes that don't burn your whole trip in transit.

Whether you want a full custom itinerary or just a second opinion on your plan, I can help.

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