Indonesia
Semarang → Kumai
Pelni’s KM Kelimutu and KM Lawit sail between Semarang and Kumai; the trip takes about 1 day 1h – 1 day 6h. Kumai is the river port for Tanjung Puting National Park’s orangutan boat trips.
Semarang to Kumai ferry at a glance
The ferry from Semarang to Kumai takes About 1 day 1h – 1 day 6h across the Java Sea, operated by Pelni. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 3 Pelni sailings from Semarang between 5 November and 2 December 2026.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-27.
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Return crossing: Kumai to Semarang
Pelni also sails Kumai to Semarang, taking About 1 day 1h – 1 day 6h. Kumai to Semarang: 7 Nov 03:00 (KM Kelimutu), 13 Nov 08:00 (KM Lawit), 23 Nov 03:00 (KM Kelimutu); about 1 day 2h, from Rp 235,000 economy.
Semarang to Kumai ferry timetable & sailing pattern
3 sailings in four weeks on Pelni
Published departure times
- From Semarang: 12 Nov 04:00 (KM Lawit), 16 Nov 11:00 (KM Kelimutu), 2 Dec 10:00 (KM Kelimutu)
Return: Kumai to Semarang: 7 Nov 03:00 (KM Kelimutu), 13 Nov 08:00 (KM Lawit), 23 Nov 03:00 (KM Kelimutu); about 1 day 2h, from Rp 235,000 economy.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Pelni timetable →Check prices & book on Pelni →Source: Pelni ticket search (5 Nov – 2 Dec 2026). Verified 2026-10-27.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Semarang and Kumai
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Pelni | About 1 day 1h – 1 day 6h | KM Kelimutu, KM Lawit |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
264 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Kumai is the river port for Tanjung Puting National Park’s orangutan boat trips.
Tips for the Semarang to Kumai Crossing
- Pelni sells tickets on its website and app; the ticket search shows each ship’s calls, dates and cabin classes. Liners keep long multi-port rotations, so dates move from month to month.
- Pelni timetables are published two to four weeks ahead; check the exact date before planning onward travel. Times are local, and eastern Indonesia is one or two hours ahead of Jakarta.