Logo of Mentawai Tribe showing a traditional hut with a thatched roof, palm trees, and a sun in the background, surrounded by a circular border with the words 'Mentawai Tribe', 'Ethical', 'Adventure', 'Eco-Tourism', and 'WSI'.

Ethical immersion stay living with the Mentawai tribe on the edge of a beautiful jungle Mentawai. For a decade we have consistently provided the most authentic immersive experience in an ethical way to encounter the Mentawai Tribe on Siberut Island. Join us on this incredible cultural immersion journey full of adventure in the heart of the Mentawai tribe, taken off the beaten track will bring you to a real-world experience where you'll learn what it means to be truly free and have your own time and space. Living alongside the Mentawai tribe and getting up close with The Mentawai Shaman means you’ll off-grid learn how they live and see how they make a living, and learn the art of simplicity and self-sustainable from their practices in every aspect of the Mentawai lifestyle is harmoniously intertwined with the surrounding environment.

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Join us on this incredible cultural immersion journey full of adventure in the heart of the Mentawai tribe, taken off the beaten track will bring you to a real-world experience where you'll learn what it means to be truly free and have your own time and space.

You will be welcomed into the homes and hearts of a Mentawai family, living in their traditional house and participating in their daily activities. Not only will you learn valuable traditional skills, but you will also gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of their customs, beliefs, and way of life.

Three traditional elderly men standing shirtless on a wooden platform under a thatched roof, wearing colorful necklaces and headbands, with body tattoos and wraps around their waists, and a small orange kitten sitting near their feet.
Group of people sitting on a wooden bench inside a rustic building, including local villagers wearing traditional jewelry and accessories, and one woman in modern clothing.
Tropical jungle scene with tall palm trees, traditional huts with thatched roofs, and dense green foliage surrounding the area.
A collage of three images depicting tropical and coastal scenes with a traditional indigenous man on the left, an island with palm trees and boats in the top right, and a woman lying on a sandy beach with clear blue water in the bottom right.
A collage of images representing Bukittinggi, including lush countryside, traditional houses, indigenous tribe members in traditional attire, and a woman in the forest.
A man is driving a two-horse carriage through a muddy water obstacle, splashing mud around, with a crowd watching from the background.
Group of people sitting together inside a rustic wooden structure, with some wearing traditional jewelry and tattoos, and smiling at the camera. There are 7 adults and 1 child.
Group of eight people standing and kneeling on wooden platform in front of traditional thatched roof house, some wearing traditional attire, in a rural setting

How Does This Experience Work?

An Ethical Immersion stay living with the Mentawai Tribe community & family in the remote jungle Siberut.

  • This immersion trip to the Mentawai tribe offers more than just an adventure, it's a transformative journey that will challenge your perceptions, ignite your spirit of exploration, and leave an indelible mark on your soul. So don't just be mere a tourist who cares about pictures, show your interest in them and their culture.

  • Prioritizes responsible and sustainable practices while immersing with the Mentawai community

  • Practicing eco-friendly behaviors such as conserving resources, reducing waste, and respecting ecosystems. We collaborate closely with local communities, engaging in mutually beneficial partnerships that empower the locals and contribute to their socio-economic development.

  • Travel in small groups of travelers also possibly a solo trip

  • An immersive travel experience for travelers who value and appreciate cultural differences, a way of living with local people, where trips are full of adventures in the jungle, remote villages, and off-the-beaten tracks which is normal travelers wouldn’t do.

  • Living in harmony with the Mentawai tribe, you'll discover the ancient wisdom that has sustained their way of life for centuries. You'll find yourself fully immersed in their daily routines, gaining a profound appreciation for their ingenuity and resourcefulness.

Group of people, including local indigenous individuals wearing traditional attire and tourists, standing on a wooden platform in front of a hut with a thatched roof in a tropical setting.
Group of diverse people sitting and standing together in a wooden house, smiling for the camera.
Three men standing in a dense jungle, two of whom are indigenous with traditional clothing and accessories, and one man in casual clothing.
Four men in a dense rainforest, two are standing and two are crouching near a small stream, with one man dressed traditionally without a shirt, and all are wearing rubber boots. They appear to be documenting or examining something in the water with s
Four people standing outdoors in a lush, green environment; two indigenous women with traditional jewelry and body paint, and two tourists smiling for the photo.
A person with a backpack walking toward a thatched-roof hut in a lush, green jungle environment.

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