Bali, Lombok, Gili & Flores: The Island Sampler Tour by G Adventures

23 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

14 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Canggu, Indonesia

Ends

Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

Highlights

Hike Mount Batur at sunrise and feast during a village homestay in Bulian.

Trek through rice terraces and learn traditional weaving in Lombok.

Snorkel crystal-clear reefs on a three-island tour in Gili Trawangan.

Visit Manggarai villages and connect with Flores’ tribal traditions.

Spend three days kayaking volcanic coves and tracking dragons in Komodo National Park

Itinerary

This isn’t your average island-hop. Over 23 adrenaline-fuelled days you’ll surf Bali’s legendary breaks trek through Lombok’s emerald hills and snorkel Gili’s coral reefs. Then it’s off to Flores where the real wild kicks in. Think tribal villages jungle roads and a three-day private boat expedition through Komodo National Park. Kayak through turquoise coves sleep beneath the stars and search for dragons on remote islands. Every day is an adventure and every stop feels like a discovery.

day 1 - Canggu

Welcome to Bali-a literal island paradise! Known for incredible surf, wild nightlife, with somehow both a hectic yet relaxed hippie vibe! After arrival, check into the hostel and meet your crew of travelers for a welcome meeting. This evening, join your group for your first night out in crazy-fun Canggu!

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Connect With New Friends

day 2 - Canggu

You came to an island known around the world for having epic surf, so whether you shred or have never seen a board, today is for you! Join a surf lesson for all levels, getting your footing on land before hitting the water to practice with the instructors. After the lesson, the Day is yours! Rent a board to keep practicing, relax on the beach or grab a beer at a cute warung, local Indonesian restaurant.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Surf Lesson in Canggu

day 3 - Canggu/Bulian

Take a break from Bali's wild side and head north to Bulian. Here we can connect will locals, slow down and enjoy Bali's famed rice terraces. On the way up, we'll stop at the breathtaking Ulundanu Temple, sitting on the edge of Lake Beratan. Continue to Bulian where we'll be welcomed with a drink and lunch. Fuel up for a trek alongside waterfalls, through rice fields and in the local village to connect with the natural and cultural side of Bali. Learn to make Balinese offerings then head to the nearby temple and join a local priest for the ceremony.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 55 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 45 km

Included Activities:Ulun Danu Temple Complex Visit, Bulian Village Tour, Bulian Guesthouse Experience

day 4 - Bulian

Enjoy all that the beautiful village of Bulian has to offer today on a free Day to choose your own adventure. Choose to trek through Lemukih Village to see a durian plantation, beautiful rice terraces, coffee fields and waterfalls! You'll even have the chance to slide down a natural waterslide! Or choose to head out on a bike tour through Bulian to get acquainted with Northern Bali.

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Bulian Village Cycling , Lemukih Village Trek

day 5 - Bulian/Kintamani

A free morning gives you the chance to explore the rest of Bulian on your terms. Choose to just chill, or join a local cooking class or sunrise fishing trip. Then jump in the van and drive to Kintamani, the town nestled at the base of Mt Batur to arrive to our campsite for the night. Did we mention this campsite has a hot spring pool? Soak in the hot springs then join us 'round the campfire for a cozy night of camping!

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activity:Local Hot Spring Pool

Optional Activities:Bulian Cooking Class , Sunrise Fishing Trip

day 6 - Kintamani/Ubud

Rise and shine as we are getting after it today! Waking well before the sun, we'll start our 2 hour trek to reach the Mt Batur summit in time to enjoy an absolutely stunning sunrise. And what's a picturesque sunrise without a lil picnic breakfast, amirite? With the sun finally up, we'll hike back down for a proper breakfast and a well-deserved hot spring soak. Then it's goodbye Kintamani and hello Ubud! On the way, we'll stop at G Adventures-supported PKP Community to meet with the women leaders, visit the garden and enjoy a local lunch. Then, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Ubud. But in the evening, put your party hat on because we're going out! Join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out in Ubud.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 53 km

Included Activities:Mount Batur Sunrise Trek Duration : 5.0 hr Distance : 7 km, Local Hot Spring Pool, Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit, Big Night Out in Ubud

day 7 - Ubud

There is always something to discover in the great town of Ubud. Today is yours to explore however you’d like.

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:North Ubud Bike Tour , Medahan Village Happy Local Family Adventure

day 8 - Ubud

With seemingly never-ending things to do in Ubud, choose to spend it how you want! Choose between incredible local experiences like a Balinese Spiritual tour at Widya Guna Foundation, a cooking class at G for Good PKP Community, a bike tour through the rice terraces or an experience with a local family! The choice is yours!

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Ubud Spiritual Tour , Cooking Class with PKP Community Project

day 9 - Ubud/Tempasan

Drive to the harbour and take a speed boat to the island of Lombok. Drive to Tempasan village and meet the villagers for a group dinner.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 36 km, Speedboat Duration : 1.5 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 72 km

day 10 - Tempasan

Get close to local life in Lombok today on a village tour and rice terrace trek. Meet with local farmers to learn about village life firsthand, wander through the instagramable rice terraces and maybe sample some local fruit on the various plantations. Then join the local women to learn about their gorgeous traditional weaving styles and a yummy lunch. The rest of the Day is yours to explore Lombok how you'd like. Opt to join a local cooking class, take a bike tour or join a yoga class. Then join the group for an after-dinner campfire.
If you choose to join the optional 2-day 1-night Rinjani summit trek, will have the chance to join the Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration after your return on day 3.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activity:Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration Duration : 3.0 hr

Optional Activities:Lombok Cooking Class , Lombok Yoga Class , Countryside Bike Tour , Mt Rinjani's Second Summit 2-Day, 1-night

day 11 - Tempasan

From land to sea, Lombok has a never-ending list of sick adventures for us! Today is yours so do what you want. Yoga? A snorkel trip? Monkeys and waterfalls? A cooking class? Options on options! So get out there how you want!

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Lombok Cooking Class , Lombok snorkel trip , Lombok Yoga Class , Black Monkey Forest & Waterfall hike

day 12 - Tempasan/Senggigi

Drive to Bonjeruk Village this morning for an opportunity to connect with the local villagers. Here we will work up our appetite for a yummy Lombok lunch from a cycle tour around the village. Afterwards, continue on to Senggigi for a free afternoon at the beach.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 40 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr Distance : 37 km

Included Activity:Bonjeruk Village Experience

day 13 - Senggigi/Gili Trawangan

Get ready for the ultimate island paradise as we travel to Gili Trawangan, an island with no motorized vehicles and the freshest air! After dropping our things off at the hotel, we head back out to sea for a snorkel trip. On board the boat, we’ll jet around to various islands and picturesque snorkel spots in search of sea turtles, rays and if we’re lucky, a cute lil reef shark. Grab your sunscreen and a snorkel and get ready for an epic day. Tonight, as if today could get any better, we head out on our big night out! Want a drank? Wanna dance? Well let’s do it!
As there are no motorized vehicles on Gili Trawangan, you will need to carry your luggage from the speed boat to the hotel, approximately 300m.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.5 hr - 0.75 hr Distance : 22 km, Speedboat Duration : 0.5 hr

Included Activities:The Gili Islands Snorkel Trip, Big Night Out in Gili Trawangan

day 14 - Gili Trawangan

There are 2 types of beach people. The rotters-who want to lay in the sun all day, and the adventurers! Today, you get to pick your own player and spend today exactly how you want! Feel free to pick your fav beach and just chill, get your tan on and take a dip in the perfect blue water. Looking for something more to do? How does stand up paddle board yoga sound? Maybe a leisurely bike ride around the island? However you choose to spend it, Gili T is yours to see.

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Sunrise Stand Up Paddle Yoga , Gili T Bike Tour

day 15 - Gili Trawangan/Seminyak

Head back to Bali on a speed boat today for one final adventure in Indonesia. Arrive to the harbour and drive to Seminyak, known for its super fun nightlife, amazing shopping, beautiful beaches and incredible restaurants! The rest of the Day is yours to enjoy this awesome town!

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Speedboat Duration : 2.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr Distance : 52 km

day 16 - Seminyak/Labuan Bajo

We're off the gateway of Komodo National Park! Welcome to Labuan Bajo on the island of Flores. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy the rest of the Day to explore, chill on the beach and get ready for an epic adventure through the Komodo islands.

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.5 hr Distance : 10 km, Plane Duration : 1.25 hr

day 17 - Labuan Bajo/Dintor

Venture inland this morning to Tado Village, full of beautiful rice terraces, and 15th generation descendants of immigrant Sulawesi ancestry who fled Islamic persecution in the 16th & 17th century. Join our local guide to hike up the mountain, about 1.5 km uphill then back. The views are well worth the effort so don’t forget your camera. Hike down, enjoy some lunch then continue on to Dintor Village for the night. We'll prep for our overnight trek to Waerebo Village that starts tomorrow morning.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 65 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 55 km

Included Activity:Tado Village Hike Duration : 2.0 hr

day 18 - Dintor/Waerebo

Today we trek into the jungle! A drive and a motorbike ride brings us to the starting point of the hike. We’re headed to the remote Waerebo Village, famous for its traditional circular and cone-shaped houses called Mbaru Niang. Trek through the tropical jungle and up hill for about 2-3 hours, with plenty of stops to rest. We’ll be greeted with a welcome ceremony by the local villagers, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a little pick me up where we’ll learn to harvest coffee beans and prep them for our own drinking. Tonight we will sleep in a Mbaru Niang together. These accommodations are basic but offer an extremely unique opportunity to experience this beautiful and cozy village.
No need to bring yours entire suitcase with you into the jungle overnight. Make sure to pack a small overnight bag with the few items you need tonight and tomorrow. You’ll be reunited with your main bags again tomorrow evening.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activities:Trek to Waerebo Village Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr Distance : 5 km, Waerebo Coffee Experience

day 19 - Waerebo/Labuan Bajo

Say goodbye to our friends in Waerebo Village and trek back to the place we started yesterday. Take a motorbike to meet our transport and luggage. Then drive back to Labuan Bajo for a much deserved rest.
This evening, repack your smaller bag for the 3-day, 2-night Komodo National Park boat excursion. Your main luggage will be stored safely at the hotel in the Labuan Bajo.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr - 4.0 hr Distance : 105 km

Included Activity:Waerebo Trek Day 2 Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.5 hr Distance : 5 km

day 20 - Labuan Bajo/Komodo National Park

And today we’re off to the famous Komodo National Park! Walk to the harbour then board the boat. And yes! We are exploring Komodo by boat! The First stop-Kelor Island. We’ll take a short hike to an incredible view and then jump into kayaks to Strawberry Rock. Admire the incredible, picturesque, crystal-clear water then jump in to snorkel and watch the fish swim through the coral. After lunch back onboard, it’s off to our next island-Rinca Island. The trek on this island has one point… to spot the worlds largest lizard, the Komodo Dragon! Afterwards, enjoy relaxing on the boat for the rest of evening. Make sure not to miss the stellar sunset onboard as you watch thousands of flying foxes take flight in the colorful sky anchored at our third island, Padar.
The boat itinerary may shift depending on the season and weather.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Included Activity:Komodo Island Day 1

day 21 - Komodo National Park

No better way to start a Day at sea than a beautiful sunrise. Trek up Padar Island and reach the top just in time for the colorful view. Back on the boat, we head to Long Beach for some chillin’, swimmin’ and kayakin’. Next stop-Manta Point. And yes.. those mantas! Jump in the water with a snorkel in hopes to see this magnificent (and giant) sea creature. Then to the last stop of the day, Sebayur Island. Here we’ll catch the sunset on a kayak. Then head to the beach for a bonfire and star gazing. Doesn’t get much better than this, huh?

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Included Activity:Komodo Island Day 2

day 22 - Komodo National Park/Labuan Bajo

Last Day on the boat so let’s make it count (don’t worry-we’ve got you covered!) Today will be epic- think snorkeling through the reefs, kayaking to the picture perfect Kanawa Island, and some final time to soak up life on the phinisi boat. This afternoon, we’ll dock back in Labuan Bajo, say goodbye to our boat crew and reunite with our suitcases. Take some time to relax in the hotel but not for long. Tonight, and our last night may I remind you, is our Big Night Out! One more time, we’ll hit the town together for a last hoorah! Join us at a beach bar, grab your drink of choice and celebrate together!

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activities:Komodo Island Day 3, Big Night Out in Labuan Bajo

day 23 - Labuan Bajo

Say goodbye to the many islands of Indonesia and depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Bali, Lombok, Gili & Flores: The Island Sampler

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hostel (2 nts, multi-share), Homestay (5 nts), Camping Tent (1 nt), Hotels (9 nts), Guesthouse (1 nt), Mbaru Niang Homestay (1 nt), Phinisi Boat (3 nts)

Meals

21 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD155-205 for meals not included.

Transport

Private Vehicle, Shared Vehicle, Walking, Speed Boat, Motorbike, Phinisi Boat, Kayak, Plane

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Village Tour, BulianYour G for Good Moment: Bulian Guesthouse Experience, BulianYour G for Good Moment: Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit, Banjar SelasihYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Wellness Moment: Local Hot Spring Pool, KintamaniYour Big Night Out Moment: in Ubud, UbudYour Discover Moment: UbudYour Local Living Moment: Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration, TempasanYour Big Night Out Moment: in Gili Trawangan, Gili TrawanganYour Big Night Out Moment: in Labuan Bajo, Labuan Bajo2-hour surf lesson in CangguUlun Danu TempleBulian Village Tour with local guideCamping in KintamaniMt Batur sunrise hike + hot spring soaksRice terrace & village walkPringgasela weaving village visitTraditional loom demonstrationAfternoon tea at Aranka homestayBonjeruk Village immersion experienceGili Trawangan 3-Island Snorkeling TourStay in Wae Rebo-a UNESCO-recognized village with traditional Mbaru Nii housesShare coffee and stories with Manggarai localsKayak Komodo’s pristine waters3D2N private boat adventureAll transport between destinations and to/from included activities and domestic flights

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