Overview
Journey into the Pacific ocean across the Indonesian archipelago to explore the islands of Bali and Java. From lush forests, hidden waterfalls and remote villages to active volcanoes, crater lakes and exotic beaches with adventurous twists along the way.
Highlights
– Explore Ubud, Bali’s cultural hub
– Rafting the rapids of the Ayung River
– Hiking along Bali’s rice terraces
– Waterfall Hopping in Bali’s central highlands
– The charming mountain village of Munduk
– Authentic Balinese Gastronomic Experience
– The breathtaking beaches of Nusa Penida Island
– The Blue flames and stunning crater lake of Ijen Volcano
– Tumpuk Sewu Waterfall, Indonesia’s most beautiful waterfall
– The magical Sunrise over Mount Bromo and the surrounding massif
Arrival in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia and Java Island. Pickup at the airport then transfer to our hotel for overnight.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Fly to Surabaya in East Java, pickup then begin our adventure by driving to Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park with a stop at beautiful Madakaripura waterfall on our way.
Accommodation: Basic Hotel
Meals: B
Wakeup very early in the morning and drive in a 4×4 car to Mount Penanjakan viewpoint aka as King Kong Hill for a breathtaking sunrise over Mount Bromo and the surrounding massif including Mount Semeru the highest peak on Java Island. Afterwards we will drive into the sea of sand and hike to the crater rim of Bromo Volcano. Afterwards we will drive to Lumajang town for overnight.
Accommodation: Basic Hotel
Meals: B
Another early rise to visit TumpakSewu Waterfalls, arguably indonesia’s most beautiful waterfall. First we drive to the viewpoint from the magical panoramic view of the falls with Semeru volcano as a legendary backdrop. We will continue our tour at the falls by hiking down to the bottom of the waterfall for another magical perspective of this amazing place. Afterwards we will drive to Banyuwangi for overnight.
Accommodation: Basic Hotel
Meals: B
On our last day in East Java we start right after midnight to explore the mystical blue flames of Ijen crater which is a rare phenomenon that can only be seen in Ijen Crater in Indonesia or Dallol volcano in Ethiopia. First we drive to the trailhead then start our trek to the crater rim then hike down to the crater bank to witness the blue fire which is ignited sulfuric gas, which emerges from cracks at temperatures up to 600 °C. Afterwards we will hike to the top for another amazing view over the acidic crater lake with its beautiful turquoise color. After the tour we will drive to Ketapang port to take the ferry back to Bali Island and drive to Lovina Beach for overnight.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B
Early Rise on the Island of the Gods to catch the sunrise while on a boat ride in search of dolphins for a swim with the ocean’s kindest creatures. Afterwards we will drive to Munduk in the central highlands of Bali.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B
Munduk is a charming mountain village in the misty mountains of northern Bali with breathtaking viewpoints, beautiful rice terraces and home of Bali’s most beautiful waterfalls. After breakfast we will first visit the iconic temple of Ulun Danu Beratan then venture into the wilderness in search of Bali’s most iconic waterfalls. Afterwards we will drive to Ubud, Bali’s cultural hub and most beautiful town
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B
Today we explore Ubud, Located 300m above sea level in the midst of terraced rice fields and is known as the spiritual and cultural heart of Bali. After Breakfast we will drive to Ayung River for an exciting white water rafting adventure down the river in some of the most scenic scenery in central Bali as we raft along lush tropical forests, green valleys and many waterfalls. After Rafting we have lunch by the banks of the river then drive to the explore the famous rice terraces of Bali, we will hike along the rice paddies and get to know more about the traditional irrigation system known as the Subak. Later on we will drive to a Balinese village for an authentic Balinese gastronomic experience
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: BLD
Today we sail on a speedboat to the beautiful island of Nusa Penida to explore its hidden beaches and coves. First we will stop by the famous Kelingking beach and Paluang Cliff then drive to the eastern part of the island to visit the treehouse and the breathtaking viewpoint known as 1000 islands then continue to the beautiful white sands of Diamond beach where we are going to spend the rest of the day. Later on we will drive back to the port and sail back to Bali
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meals: B
Transfer to the airport for final departure
Meals: B
– All land transfers in a private vehicle including airport pickups
– All Ferry transfers
– All Entrance Tickets & Environmental Permits
– Accommodation for 4 nights in standard hotels
– Accommodation for 5 nights in basic hotels
– All mentioned tours and activities
– All mentioned meals (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
– International flight to Jakarta or Denpasar
– One way domestic flight to Surabaya (Avg. $50)
– Any extra activities on day 8: Bali Swing, Zipline, etc..
– Visa Expenses
– Tips & Gratuities