Backpacking Bali

Backpacking Bali

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Backpacking Bali

18 Days Starting and ending in Kuta Beach, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia

Visiting: Kuta Beach, Uluwatu Temple, Tanah Lot Temple, Canggu Beach, Nusa Lembongan, Ubud, Monkey Forest, Campuhan Ridge Walk, Obyek Wisata Goa Gajah, Tegenungan Waterfall, White Water Rafting On Telaga Waja River, Gili Trawangan, Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Pura Tirta Empul, Bedugul, Sekumpul Waterfall, Seminyak, Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Tour operator:

Backpacking Tours

Tour code:

BBAL

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

6 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-45

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours, Budget

Interests:

Beach Tours, Cultural

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $2004

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Absolutely epic! Cliff temples in Uluwatu, sunset at Tanah Lot, SUP in Nusa Lembongan, so many waterfalls, snorkel with sea turtles, Gili T beaches and more.

Highlights

  • Island Hopping in Gili T

  • Balinese Cooking Lesson

  • Kecak Fire Dance

  • Mangrove SUP Tour

  • Sekumpul Waterfall Trip

  • Blessing With Local Family

  • Half-Day Surf Lesson

  • Monkey Forest

  • Visit Tegagalang Ricefields

  • Beach Party

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Day 1 : Bali Beginnings

Location: Kuta Beach

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Time to begin your Bali tour! Settle in at the hotel, meet your tour guide, and get to know your travel mates before a complimentary welcome dinner that samples Bali's most delicious dishes. Then, a night out in the beach town of Kuta.

Day 2 : Cliffside Temples Of Uluwatu

Location: Kuta Beach, Uluwatu Temple

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Soak in the sights of Bali’s 1000 year-old, cliffside temple - Uluwatu! We make the most of the morning exploring before heading for a language lesson to set you up for the trip. Then some quality beach time on one of Bali's most scenic beaches. Sunset beer me, please!

Day 3 : Surf's Up & Tanah Lot Temple

Location: Tanah Lot Temple, Kuta Beach

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bali is a world-renowned paradise for surfers. The sandy bottoms and slow-moving surf of Kuta make it the ideal place for your surfing lesson. Then, to Tanah Lot Temple for sunset. This is one of Bali's famous Seven Sea Hindu Temples - with all seven constructed within eyesight to the next to form a chain that is believed to protect the coast from invaders. Then to Canggu - one of Bali's most laid-back beach towns.

Day 4 : Chill Time In Canggu

Location: Canggu Beach

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Off to the beach with your new travel mates! Or maybe the rooftop pool at the hotel. Get up early for some yoga or make the most of being in one of Bali's surfing hotspots. Canggu is Bali's most chilled-out beach town and the ideal place to make this day as active or lazy as you'd like.

Day 5 : Dream Beach In Nusa Lembongan

Location: Nusa Lembongan

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We head to catch the ferry and begin two days of teal-green water and white sand at our favourite hillside hideout in Nusa Lembongan. Here, you'll spend your days settling into the Bali lifestyle. Dream Beach? Every bit as stunning as it sounds and just one of dozens of beaches to explore. Then off to Devil's Tear for yet another epic Bali sunset!

Day 6 : Mangrove Sup Adventure

Location: Nusa Lembongan

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we head to the sprawling mangroves of Nusa Lembongan. That's where you begin your standup paddleboard (SUP) tour through this ecological wonder. Tropical setting, new mates, stunning scenery, and one incredibly unique way to spend the morning. Then back to the hotel where you take the reigns of your day.

Day 7 : Ubud's Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Location: Ubud, Monkey Forest

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ubud is the epicenter of Balinese culture where hundreds of Hindu temples intertwine with top-notch restaurants, sprawling markets, dozens of yoga studios, and unrivaled natural beauty. After catching the ferry from Nusa, we head to backpacker hotspot and spend the afternoon with a venture through the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. Hundreds of monkeys make for quite a scene and after were off to Ubud's charming artisan market.

Day 8 : Balinese Cooking Class & Campuhan Ridge

Location: Campuhan Ridge Walk, Ubud

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Time to get to know the locals. This starts with a local family who invites us into their home for a traditional Balinese cooking class. Before the class begins is the blessing ceremony - a truly unique experience! Finish the day with a guided stroll along the Campuhan Ridge.

Day 9 : Waterfalls, School & Elephant Cave

Location: Ubud, Obyek Wisata Goa Gajah, Tegenungan Waterfall

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is about exploring Ubud's scenery, people, and ancient history. After breakfast, we volunteer time at a local school to play games, help with English-speaking lessons, and experience day-to-day life for this curious group of smiley students. Then we head to Air Tegungan Waterfalls to swim and explore this jaw-dropping spectacle. Finish with a visit to the 9th-century temple of Goa Gajah - also known as Elephant Cave. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was not fully unearthed until the 1950s.

Day 10 : River Rafting & Kecak Fire Dance

Location: Ubud, White Water Rafting On Telaga Waja River

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This Bali trip has it all! This is an all-new addition to the tour and is just the right amount of adventure for first-time river rafters. This is a casual two-hour raft along the river through the dense jungle surrounding this entire stunning area. Then, back for some poolside relaxation at our hotel before heading to a local temple to watch a traditional Kecak Fire Dance. Ubud is pure magic and you are seeing the best this jungle paradise has to offer.

Day 11 : Goin' To Gili T(Rawangan)

Location: Gili Trawangan

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

No trip to Bali is complete without a visit to the island paradise of Gili Trawangan! When you think of Bali with the perfect beaches, picturesque sea swings at sunset, teal waters, and buzzing nightlife, Gili T is likely the place you have in mind. Settle in and relax. This is where you will home for the next unforgettable four nights.

Day 12 : Snorkeling With Sea Turtles

Location: Gili Trawangan

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

The time has come to check "swim with sea turtles" off your bucket list! We make a day of it with a full-on island-hopping adventure. Sea turtles are the highlight, of course, but you will also get a day of swimming, sun, and fun - including a lunchtime feast aboard our private boat. Bali days are the best days, indeed!

Day 13 : Gili T Beach Day & Bike Ride

Location: Gili Trawangan

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Nothing beats beach days in Bali! Catch some sun, rent a paddleboard, jungle trek, hop on the bike, sample the local seafood, and enjoy one of Bali's most laidback settings. This is a backpacker hotspot with no shortage of ways to spend a day. Beachside beers or beverages suggested but not mandatory. And the hotel pool is also a top option!

Day 14 : Good Times In Gili Trawangan

Location: Gili Trawangan

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your last day in Gili T is yours to spend as you please! There are many options... we suggest, you decide. The best spot to be is on the beach or in the sea soaking in the picture-perfect place you've called home over the last four days. Scratch that. There is no bad way to spend this day but that's a good place to start.

Day 15 : Tegagalang Rice Terrace & Holy Springs

Location: Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Ubud, Pura Tirta Empul

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

All those photos of those stunning rice fields in Bali? This is the place! After departing Gili, we jump in the private vans to head off the beaten track to our mountainside retreat. On the way, we stop at the rolling rice fields of Tegagalang Rice Terrace. Then to one of the most iconic temples in all of Bali to take a sin-cleansing dip in the holy springs of Pura Tirta Empul and the sacred water that bubbles up from below.

Day 16 : Stunning Sekumpul Waterfall

Location: Bedugul, Sekumpul Waterfall

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Hidden away in the jungle is the jaw-dropping Sekumpul Waterfalls! Widely regarded as "the most beautiful waterfall in Bali", we spend the morning trekking, swimming, and exploring the basin of several rivers that feed the waterfalls streaming down from above - one waterfall from up to 80 metres high. Then, off to our mountainside camping spot for a campfire, BBQ, and ultra-unique camping experience.

Day 17 : Ulun Danu Temple On Lake Beratan

Location: Seminyak, Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Start the morning exploring one of the holiest temples in Bali! Then off to Seminyak for a final beach and pool day. Finish with sunset on the beach and farewell feast. Seminyak is a lazy, little beach town with all the ingredients for a successful chill day. Wrap things up with a picture-perfect sunset (and cocktails) on the beautiful beach followed by a complimentary Balinese feast for the group's farewell dinner (and night out together).

Day 18 : Farewell, For Now

Location: Ngurah Rai International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Bali trip is complete! Enjoy a final breakfast together and say your farewells and 'until-next-times' before catching your airport transfer and flight home - or heading off to continue your travels. Your tour is now complete but your Bali adventure will stick with you for a lifetime.

What's Included

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Accommodation

  • Entrance Fees

  • Fully Guided

  • Local Taxes

  • Meals

  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Insurance

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Check out our Q&As

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Low fitness level required.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3 Star hotel

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Yes, all of the accommodation on our tour offers wi-fi as well as most cafes and restaurants. You also have the option to purchase a sim card for about £7 ($10USD) upon arrival.

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    In most cases, you do not need a visa if you're planning on visiting for less than 31 days. You must enter and exit Bali through an immigration checkpoint at major airports and seaports. Your passport must have at least six months of validity from your entry date and have at least two blank pages. You also must have a return or onward ticket to another country and have not been previously refused entry or blacklisted. Please keep your boarding pass for your flight into Bali and also present this to the immigration officer upon entry as they can refuse entry without your boarding pass - or levy a fine. Please visit this website for the latest information. https://www.welcomebacktobali.com/blog/entry-exit-requirements/visa-entry-requirements

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes, there will be an English-speaking tour guide

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    Yes, please arrange an appointment with your local physician and explain your travel plans. Most hospitals have travel clinics with helpful information and vaccinations on site. We suggest doing this well before your trip is to begin to ensure there are no unexpected waiting periods during this process! Please visit here for more information: CDC

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • What is the tipping policy?

    Tipping is optional.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes, please contact us.

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    No

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    In the unlikely circumstances that the tour is cancelled, you will be fully refunded.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    16

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes, we provide airport transfers on days 1 and last day of your tour. Please let us know your flight number and date/time of arrival. We will email you the airport transfer schedule.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Sarah Barry  

Sarah Barry

25-Sep-2022

Had an amazing adventure travelling Vietnam with Backpacking Tours this summer. Our tour guide Huy was so knowledgeable, kind and great craic! I’ve met some fantastic people whilst doing the tour and loved every excursion, experience and meal that Vietnam had to offer! So sad that the tour ended, Ive made so many fond memories from my time with Backpacking Tours that I will cherish forever

Laura Elliott  

Laura Elliott

07-Jan-2023

Had an absolute blast on the three week tour. Visited some amazing places and made some friends for life! Our bus drivers were fantastic and a laugh a minute. Special thanks to S, Heart and Dom for being amazing and making the trip! Would do it all again in a heart beat

James William Dyet  

James William Dyet

18-Jan-2023

Anyone looking to book this do it, literally had the time of my life and met the most amazing people on the way. Everyday your doing something you've never done before. You also spend 3 weeks with by far the best and most friendly tour guides you'll ever meet. If I could i would relive the 3 weeks all over again

Heather Coleman  

Heather Coleman

02-Jun-2022

I've been on two tours with Backpacking Tours now (Vietnam and Sri Lanka). Both times were two of the best experiences of my life and would recommend it to absolutely anyone. I was a bit nervous going to Sri Lanka due to the recent economic crisis, however, after spending a few weeks there and speaking with Dam, our tour guide, he filled me with so much confidence about the country and assured us that there had been no protests since the previous year despite media reports. I never felt unsafe there for even a moment. All of the Sri Lankan people we met seemed over the moon that we were visiting their country and told us at every opportunity that we were helping their country out. Our tour guide Dam and driver Sam were two of the most incredible people I've ever met. Dam knew everything about everything and whatever the question was he always had the answer, I've never met someone who knows so much about their country. They both helped us out on so many different occasions and bent over backwards for us so we had the best experience possible. Whatever issues we had they always sorted them straight away. We couldn't have asked for a better guide and driver and I'll forever miss them. The other group members were also so so lovely, everyone got on so well, we all helped each other out and gave each other the best experience. We were each a little different which made it so fun and made the group work so well. I couldn't have asked for a better group to travel around Sri Lanka with! All of the activities on the tour are included, however our tour guide was very helpful in suggesting extra activities if we had some free time (whale watching, zip line etc.) The way this tour has been designed is perfect, it's full of activities, the accommodation is all lovely and the amount of time spent in each town or city is ideal to see everything you need to see. Finally, the staff that I interacted with were all so nice and helpful, including Simon who came on the tour with us. I had an excessive amount of questions before I left and each one was answered quickly and thoughtfully! I honestly had the time of my life on this tour and was so upset to be leaving, it was so much fun and I'd definitely recommend this tour company to anyone and I already have quite a few times, but if you don't like rice then maybe Sri Lanka isn't the country for you

Rachel Cockburn  

Rachel Cockburn

17-Apr-2022

Just back from the most amazing 3 weeks in Thailand. I can't reccomend this tour enough it was so well organised and such an excellent way to experience an amazing country, trying all the wonderful food and exploring so many different areas! The trip wouldn't have been the same without our tour guide S, he went above and beyond for our group and made our experience so wonderful and one we will never forget! He really looked after us and gelled the group together. Also shout out to our driver Benz who really took care of us and made the travelling around so stress free. When our train broke down Benz came to pick us up and drove the extra 7 hours to take us to the next destination. Thank you so much to S and benz for making this an experience of a life time!

Abi Milne  

Abi Milne

30-Apr-2022

This trip definitely deserves 5 stars! From start to finish everything was planned and totally stress free! Our guides Tony, Heart and S were absolutely hilarious and went above and beyond to give us the best experience they could! Trip of a lifetime was definitely achieved with these amazing men helping us! Best trip ever I can't thank them enough for all they did for us and truly loving their jobs! I felt as though I didn't just leave with amazing memories, but with life long friends and people I can always go and visit again in Thailand!

George Kirkby  

George Kirkby

19-Jan-2023

Fantastic tour with amazing tour guides! Everything was really well organised and allowed us to see lots amazing sites and experience Thai culture. Would thoroughly recommend!!

Jessica Whitfield  

Jessica Whitfield

21-Mar-2023

Absolutely wonderful tour group with amazing reps. Go see for yourselves. � Chank youuuuuuuu miss you all xxx

Tom Green  

Tom Green

17-Jan-2023

I found this tour to be a brilliant way to see what Thailand has to offer. It was my first time booking with the company and it won't be the last. There is something on the tour for everyone. If you enjoy partying or you prefer the culture and history side of things you won't be disappointed. The sights and views you will see will leave you amazed. The tours guides we had S and Heart were so enthusiastic and full of knowledge. They were so good at bringing everyone together and made sure we all had a good time. All I can say is get it booked!

Caoimhe O'Halloran  

Caoimhe O'Halloran

22-Feb-2022

Having done three tours with this company (Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand) you could say i kinda like them!! Seriously though, do yourself a favour and book your trip to Thailand with BTT!! It will end up being a journey of a lifetime, an adventure you will never forget and some of the greatest travelling experiences!! Thanks again to Heart, K and Tony; I had the most amazing time!! Not forgetting Simon and Daniel, without you guys there would be no tours!! And now that Bali is up and running, i may have to come along xxx

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of backpacking tours charges.

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