Our team
Theo Oldet – Guide and Co-Founder Travel Papua
Before I started Travel Papua I worked and lived in the Toursim Industry in Bali for over 15 years. I was traveling and doing different tourism projects in different parts of Indonesia, so I learnt a lot about the pro and cons of tourism. It is great to be back in Manokwari, because this is my home. I was born in Bintuni which is around 5 hours drive from Manokwari. The original name of Bintuni is ‘Steenkool’, which means stone cole and was given by the Dutch. I know that many places in Indonesia are being promoted as ‘wild’ and ‘untouched’, but believe me.. you couldn’t find any wilder and more untouched place in Indonesia than Papua. I came back to support local Papuan communities in developing eco tourism in their remote villages and am also consultant for Tourism Department of Papua provinces.
Andreas – Guide Travel Papua in Korowai & Kombai Tribes
Hello!! My name Andreas. I was born in a small village called Tagaepe, sourounded by nature and jungle life. After my studies in the Tourism Academy Nusa Dua in Bali, I worked for a few years in a European Cruise Line Costa Croacere Italia visiting famous town and countries around the world. Now I dedicated my self to develop Eco Tourism in Papua specially in remote villages. I am a tour guide for Travel Papua to visit jungle life and exotic traditional tree houses of Korowai & Kombai tribes. I live with my family in Kepi. Beside guiding tourist, I also work at the local government office.
Aprillia – Operational Staff
Hi all. While you travel through Papua, most likely you will have contact with me via phone and whatsapp. I make sure your tour runs well and smooth and will act directly in case of troubles occur. If you have any questions or concern during your travels, you can always contact me. I am happy to help you.
Marjolein Sengkerij (Anggi)- General Manager Travel Papua
Hi all! My name is Marjolein, but for some people I am also known as Anggi which is a name from the Moluccas, an archipelago in the eastern part of Indonesia. I have Dutch and Moluccan roots. How I ended up in Papua? I was born in Angguruk, in the Yali Valley (the highlands of Papua) in the 80’s. My father was a missionary doctor from the Dutch missionary and ran the local hospital in this small village. I used to live a free childhood surrounded by nature and the beautiful Yali tribe. After my studies in the Netherlands I decided to come back to Indonesia, especially to Papua to built up Travel Papua. Because I truly believe people should see this last paradise on earth and I know how difficult it sometimes can be to travel around in this remote area! Besides that, I am dedicated to help the local Papua communities to create a living out of tourism.