Batutumonga
A highland village on the slopes of Mount Sesean, overlooking the Rantepao valley and its terraced rice fields. Dawn clouds here are Toraja's most beautiful sight.
Batutumonga lies about 24 km north of Rantepao, on the flanks of Mount Sesean at an elevation of roughly 1,300 m. A viewpoint at the edge of the village overlooks the terraces of the entire valley, and on clear mornings clouds roll across it. The village has several simple guesthouses, which are good for an overnight stay to see the sunrise. Walking down from here through villages such as Lokomata and Pana back to Rantepao is a classic half-day hike. The mountain roads are narrow and steep, so hire a driver or rent a motorbike. Mornings and evenings are cool, so bring a jacket.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lo'ko' Mata
- Bori Kalimbuang (Bori Parinding)
- Lolai (To'Tombi)
- Palawa' Village
- Pasar Bolu (Bolu Market)
- Rantepao
- Marante
- Sa'dan To'barana' Weaving Village