Solidarity ecotourismIndonesia
Adventure tour in Bali
An active week in Bali: cycling around Mount Batur, rafting the Ayung river, a sunrise climb up the volcano, surfing at Kuta and a visit to a sea turtle conservation centre.
The tour
This week shows Bali at its most energetic. It starts in Kintamani, an active volcanic area, with a bike ride looking out over Mount Batur and on through spice plantations and rice fields.
The days that follow move between sea and mountains: a day on Serangan island, visiting a turtle conservation centre and trying surfing on Kuta beach, rafting down the Ayung river, then a pre-dawn climb of Mount Batur to watch the sun rise from the top. The week winds down gently with a Balinese massage.
It suits reasonably fit travellers, whether on their own, with friends or as a family, who enjoy walking, cycling and early starts, and want to get close to the island’s landscapes.
What makes it different
- Sunrise from the summit of Mount Batur
- Cycling through spice plantations and rice fields
- White water rafting on the Ayung river
- A surf session at Kuta
- A Balinese massage to round off the week
Day by day
Monday: Cycling in Kintamani
A bike tour of the Kintamani volcanic area, with views of Mount Batur, through spice plantations and on to the rice fields. Breakfast and lunch on the way.
Tuesday: Turtles and surfing
From 8am to 4pm, a visit to the turtle centre on Serangan island, then a surf session on Kuta beach. Lunch included, dinner back at the accommodation.
Wednesday: Rafting the Ayung
After breakfast, white water rafting on the Ayung river, with a break for lunch. Farewell dinner at 6pm.
Thursday: Sunrise on Mount Batur
An early-morning trek up the volcano to watch the sunrise, with breakfast at the top. Back to the accommodation for lunch and a restful afternoon.
Friday: Balinese massage
After breakfast, a traditional Balinese massage to ease the aches of an active week, then free time.
The programme may change depending on the weather and local conditions.
On site
Accommodation
Accommodation in a shared house, which is the base for the week’s outings.
Meals
Meals are included: lunch during the cycling, surfing and rafting days, breakfast at the top of Batur on Thursday, and dinners at the accommodation, including a farewell dinner on Wednesday.
Arrival
Airport pick-up and transfer to the accommodation are included; the return transfer is not.
Included
- Airport welcome and transfer
- Accommodation in a shared house
- Meals
- All activities in the programme
- 24/7 support and supervision
- A donation to the local project
Not included
- Flights
- Travel and repatriation insurance
- Return transfer
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