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Yuqqa Macdalena

Hi there! My name is Yuqqa, and I'm Indonesian. I grew up in a multicultural family with Christian Batak/North Sumatran and Muslim East Javanese heritage. From a young age, I was exposed to a wide range of cultural values and perspectives, which helped me develop a deep appreciation for diversity.

During my two-year stay in Mainz, Germany, where I went to study the German language, I had the opportunity to broaden my horizons and explore new cultures. Upon returning to Indonesia, I settled in Jakarta, the capital city, where I worked and lived my everyday life. Bali has always been a place of refuge for me, where I can take a break from the monotony of my daily routine as a city dweller. However, little did I know that Bali would one day become my permanent home.

I am proud of the cultural and natural diversity of Indonesia. I am excited to explore more destinations and share them with you!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"During my visit to Lembata Island in 2020, which is located further east from Bali in the Nusa Tenggara Timur Province, I had the opportunity to witness a traditional barter market at Wulandoni market. The market was unique in that traders from different villages, including those from mountain villages with farmers, bartered their crops with the fresh-fish catch by fishermen from coastal villages such as Lamalera village. The traders spoke their own distinct languages and did not communicate with each other in the same language. I found it fascinating that in an era where payments are made with a simple click, the ancient barter system still exists and operates without a common language. This experience humbled me and sparked my curiosity to explore other destinations not only in Indonesia but also in other parts of the world."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I specialize in ecotourism and love outdoor activities such as trekking, rafting, and rock climbing. I also enjoy visiting remote islands and discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations. If these types of travel adventures appeal to you, I would be delighted to collaborate with you in creating a unique travel itinerary."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"During my study, I traveled the most to hike volcanic mountains. I was also involved in various voluntary events in underdeveloped villages. I created several fundraising events where I got the opportunity to visit some schools on the remote islands. These experiences showed me how little I know about life without an internet connection or electrical access, other than the comfortable life I enjoy on Java island. That being said, it is very natural for me—not merely to work but “to be” in the travel industry. "

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Yuqqa organized this trip, and she allowed us...
Indonesia | Oct 30 - Nov 12, 2024

Jan
Jan D.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024
Yuqqa organized this trip, and she allowed us to have our input on where to go. She did an excellent job selecting the events, hotels, travel etc. And she did this in a record time of a few weeks. During the journey she followed us on a daily basis. She is pleasant, very accurate, knows her stuff. She made this an unforgettable amazing journey. She is the best! The drivers were Yadi and Very. Both were very nice, pleasant and excellent drivers. They took us to the most interesting... Read more

Yuqqa organized this trip, and she allowed us to have our input on where to go. She did an excellent job selecting the events, hotels, travel etc. And she did this in a record time of a few weeks. During the journey she followed us on a daily basis. She is pleasant, very accurate, knows her stuff. She made this an unforgettable amazing journey. She is the best!

The drivers were Yadi and Very. Both were very nice, pleasant and excellent drivers. They took us to the most interesting places.

We enjoyed learning about the Indonesian culture, their religion, how they live, what they like to eat, how they travel. We learned about the Indonesian history, we saw their rice-, tea- and coffee plantations. We learned about Batik, the Wayang culture. We spent time in the big cities, like Jakarta, Bandoeng, Yogyakarta and Semarang.
Of special Interest:
Jakarta: Old Batavia, the National Museum of Indonesia, Pasar Baru
Bogor: The Botanical Gardens
Bandoeng: Wayang Golek, Malabar tea plantation
Yogyakarta: Kraton, Making of Wayang puppets, Making of Batik, Prambanan Temple, Gunung Marapi
Semarang: Kota Lama, Ambarawa with train museum

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Des Indes Menteng
Jakarta

Friendly staff, great breakfast. Exellent located in city of Jakarta

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THE 1O1 Bandung Dago
Bandung

Old hotel Breakfast was great

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The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - MGallery Collection
YOGYAKARTA

Great Hotel, friendly and very helpful staff, great breakfast

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FM7 Resort Hotel Jakarta
Tangerang, Banten

Great shuttle service from and to the Jakarta airport. Modern hotel. We had a great dinner at the roof-top restaurant. Service great, staff very pleasant

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Novus Giri Puncak Resort & Spa
Bogor

Great Hotel, excellent breakfast

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Metro Park View Hotel Kota Lama Semarang
Semarang

Great Hotel, excellent breakfast. Liked the coffee and ice-cream bar. Service at the dinner room was awkward, staff barely spoke English, kept on asking questions, very pushy and insisting us taking wine.

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Activity Reviews
Explore Tea Plantations in Bandung
Explore Tea Plantations in Bandung
Bandung

We first went to see Wayang Golek. This is a must-see for everybody going to Bandung! Then to the Malabar Tea Plantation, see comments below: The guide did not discuss the process of the tea production, but instead showed us the kampung. This could have been an attractive part of the trip but has to be adjusted: more explanation of the tea process, no tour through the kampung.

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needs to discuss more of tea process. To much of the kampung
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Lively discussion with guide about people of Indonesia
Visit Botanical Bogor
Visit Botanical Bogor
Bogor

Excellent. Botanical garden were very interested.Had a great trip over the Puncuk

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Jakarta City Tour
Jakarta City Tour
Jakarta

Very interesting old Batavia, Sunda Kelapa. Unfortunately the museum at the Old town was closed and the Wayang museum was being rebuild. The visit to the National Museum of Indonesia is exceptional. It reviews the 78 different ethnic groups of Indonesia. It is a must-see for everybody visiting Jakarta Visited Pasar Baru, interesting

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Kota Gede District, Plaosan and Sewon Temples, Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Show
Kota Gede District, Plaosan and Sewon Temples, Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Show
Yogyakarta

We visited Krotan, the Sultan palace and had a great guide. She spoke perfectly English and knew everything about the sultanate and the Islam religion. Visit to Prambanan Temple was great. Had an excellent guide. Saw the inpressive Gunung Marapi vulcano. We loved the performance of the Ramayana Show.

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Semarang City Tour
Semarang City Tour
Semarang

Went to Kota Lama Semarang, impressive. Great walking tour. We went to places where they make wayang puppets and to a place where they make batik fabrics.

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Explore Nature in Outback Semarang
Explore Nature in Outback Semarang
Semarang

We went to the Train Museum in Ambarawa. We had a great tour-guide. We learned about the steam locomotives and how the train system was build between Semarang, Jakarta and Yogyakarta.

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Visit Borobudur Temple, Pawon Temple, Mendut Temple, and Yogyakarta Market
Visit Borobudur Temple, Pawon Temple, Mendut Temple, and Yogyakarta Market
Yogyakarta

We went to the Yogyakarta Pasar and saw all the different spices and fruits that were sold. Quite an experience! We were not able to make it to the Borodudar Temple, unfortunately

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Local specialist: Yuqqa Macdalena

Our main guide, Omreg, was extremely knowledg...
Indonesia | Sep 4 - Sep 7, 2024

Tom
Tom C.
El Cerrito, CA | Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024
Our main guide, Omreg, was extremely knowledgeable and very nice. The guides for elephant washing/tubing and orangutan trekking really knew their stuff and were fun. The local specialist, Yuqqa, did a great job on very short notice putting this trip together. She is an excellent communicator and is very responsive. Read more

Our main guide, Omreg, was extremely knowledgeable and very nice.

The guides for elephant washing/tubing and orangutan trekking really knew their stuff and were fun.

The local specialist, Yuqqa, did a great job on very short notice putting this trip together. She is an excellent communicator and is very responsive.

Hotel Review
Mega Inn Lodge
North Sumatra
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Location
right on the river that a monkey troop crosses several times per day
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super helpful
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Activity Review
Trek in Gunung Leuser National Park
Trek in Gunung Leuser National Park
Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra

We saw 6 orangutans in 3 hours!

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The hotel restaurant is very good.
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Local specialist: Yuqqa Macdalena
Yuqqa
Yuqqa Macdalena
Local specialist in Bali, Indonesia | Replied on Sep 13, 2024

Hi Tom,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! 🌟 I'm delighted to hear you and Alec had an amazing experience in Sumatra, especially with our guide and the wildlife activities in Tangkahan and Bukit Lawang.

Your kind words mean a lot, and it was a pleasure to assist you. If you ever need help planning another adventure in Indonesia, feel free to reach out! 🥰🫶

Best wishes,
Yuqqa

Thinking of visiting Indonesia? Don't doubt it, contact Yuqqa
Indonesia | Aug 4 - Aug 14, 2024

Paula
Paula L.
Singapore | Reviewed on Sep 02, 2024
We had an amazing experience in Indonesia with Yuqqa from Kimkim!
From the very beginning we discussed plans that worked for my whole family and for different reasons we had to change them a few times, Yuqqa patiently helped us until we could finally get a very detailed full itinerary.
From then and until we came back home we felt accompanied by Yuqqa, sending her questions of any kind at any time of the day that were responded promptly. If any issues arouse she would quickly find a way to...
Read more

We had an amazing experience in Indonesia with Yuqqa from Kimkim!
From the very beginning we discussed plans that worked for my whole family and for different reasons we had to change them a few times, Yuqqa patiently helped us until we could finally get a very detailed full itinerary.
From then and until we came back home we felt accompanied by Yuqqa, sending her questions of any kind at any time of the day that were responded promptly. If any issues arouse she would quickly find a way to work around it and listened to our feedback.
All the activities she booked for us were of quality, the drivers and guides were super professional and lovely people, they would give the extra mile to help us and make us feel comfortable.
We learnt a lot from the Indonesian culture, we visited many interesting places like the Brahmavihara Monastery and the floating temple, staying on a boat in Komodo was a great idea and this let us enjoy amazing sunrises and sunsets on the boat, fantastic snorkeling plus swimming with manta rays and visiting the pink beach. Some activities like rafting and quads were great adventures and again of quality, trekking up Mount Batur to enjoy the sunrise is something we'll never forget. I can continue describing the amount of things that we did and we enjoyed them all!
So the only thing remaining is to thank Yuqqa for her extensive help during our trip. We will never forget it!

Activity Reviews
Visit to Brahmavihara Monastery
Visit to Brahmavihara Monastery
Indonesia

This monastery is really beautiful and has an amazing energy. I had to sit and meditate, it gives you peace. I will go back.

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Sunrise trek to Mount Batur
Sunrise trek to Mount Batur
Indonesia

It's an amazing experience! getting to the top and wait for the sunrise was somehting we'll never forget. It was a challenging trek and also very cold on top but definitely worth it. You even get a small breakfast on top.

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Experience Rafting in Ayung River
Experience Rafting in Ayung River
Ubud, Bali

All those many stairs going down to the river, just that was beautiful. The guide was fantastic and the experience was really lovely. Not challenging at all but enjoyable views everywhere.

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Komodo Cruise Day 3
Komodo Cruise Day 3
Indonesia

Swimming with the manta rays was a real highlight in our boat trip. And the crew made sure that we enjoyed it all.

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Komodo Cruise Day 1
Komodo Cruise Day 1
Indonesia

Our guide Shony was fantastic! He was with us all the time helping with anything that we needed and making sure we had fun. The crew in boat was very friendly as well. We loved our experience.

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ATV Ride Ubud
ATV Ride Ubud
Indonesia

Fun, fun!! all the way. Yes, we enjoyed it a lot

Komodo Cruise Day 2
Komodo Cruise Day 2
Indonesia

The komodos are impressive and the good thing is that we got a private guide but there is a lot of people and I felt a bit that the poor animals and chased by us humans.

Canoe & Trekking at Bratan Lake
Canoe & Trekking at Bratan Lake
Indonesia

It was a good idea to canoe to see the floating temple and then get to the other side where we went across a jungle and learnt a lot about it.

Experience VW Safari Car Tour - Ubud
Experience VW Safari Car Tour - Ubud
Ubud, Bali

We loved our guides and going in those open cars was fun. We had fun and learnt a lot. It's a bit sad that some places became a bit instagramable like the ricefields but we loved the nature part.

Local specialist: Yuqqa Macdalena
Yuqqa
Yuqqa Macdalena
Local specialist in Bali, Indonesia | Replied on Sep 05, 2024
Hi Paula, Thank you so much for your trust and fantastic feedback! 🥰 I’m delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing time in Indonesia. I’m glad the itinerary, activities, and guides exceeded your expectations. Komang our driver sending a warm greetings as well. He told me how such warm persons you are all! He had a great time too hehe :D Your kind words mean a lot to us. It was a pleasure to assist you, and if you ever need help planning another adventure in Indonesia,... Read more

Hi Paula,

Thank you so much for your trust and fantastic feedback! 🥰 I’m delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing time in Indonesia. I’m glad the itinerary, activities, and guides exceeded your expectations.

Komang our driver sending a warm greetings as well. He told me how such warm persons you are all! He had a great time too hehe :D

Your kind words mean a lot to us. It was a pleasure to assist you, and if you ever need help planning another adventure in Indonesia, just let me know!

Wishing you endless excitement and adventure ahead! :))

Sunny greetings from Bali,
Yuqqa ✨