Balinese stroll & Komodo dragons

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Ubud/Bali

  Welcome at Denpasar airport and transfer to Ubud. Located in the hills north of Denpasar, Ubud is renowned for its painting school. Despite the exponential tourist development it has experienced in recent years, the city has managed to preserve its tranquility and beauty. The rest of the afternoon is free. Overnight at the hotel. 1 hour transfer Meals: –

• day 2

  Ubud – Tampaksiring – Ubud

  Discovery day of Ubud and its surroundings. In Ubud, elegant temples and palaces with carved facades line the streets. During our city walk, we discover Puri Saren and the details of its wooden doors, Pura Saraswati and the finesse of its ornamentations, Pura Puseh and its splendid sculptures, as well as many other museums and galleries. Another tourist attraction in Ubud, slightly set back from the city center, is the "monkey forest" temple. At lunchtime, we head to Tampaksiring, where a family of artists welcomes us into their traditional home and offers us a delicious meal. Return to Ubud in the afternoon. Overnight at the same hotel. 30 minutes transfer Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• day 3

  Ubud – Penelokan – Kehen Temple – Sidemen

  In the early morning, we reach the edge of the caldera of Mount Batur (1,717 m – 1h). From Penelokan, we enjoy an exceptional view of this caldera, which is 14 km long. This impressive size is evidence of the volcano's tumultuous past and of a size that, in the past, must have exceeded that of the current Agung (the highest point on the island of Bali). At our feet, we discover the cone of Mount Batur in the middle of a huge caldera, half of which is occupied by the largest lake in Bali and the other half covered with plantations and lava fields, remnants of the eruptions of 1917 and 1926. We then descend into the caldera, on foot, to get a closer look at the lava flows. In the afternoon, transfer to the Kehen temple, located near Bangli and considered one of the most beautiful in Bali. Then, we continue our journey to the lovely village of Sidemen, located on the foothills of Mt Agung. Overnight at the hotel. 2 hours of transfer – 2h30 of walking Meals: Breakfast

• day 4

  Sidemen – Tirtagangga

  The morning is devoted to a lovely hike around Sidemen, through highland plantations and rice fields. During this walk, we pass by many hamlets, which are great opportunities to meet the local people, and we also cross an old suspension bridge. The vegetation is, in any case, lush and the landscape very exotic. In the early afternoon, a short transfer to the royal baths of Tirtagangga (whose exact translation is "The waters of the Ganges"), on the southeastern slopes of Agung. Officially known as Tirta Ayu, this complex of freshwater pools was one of the many water palaces built by a king of Karangasem. This place, surrounded by a beautiful display of terraced rice fields, is the ideal spot to relax. Overnight at the hotel. 45 minutes transfer Meals: Breakfast

• day 5

  Tirtagangga

  We take advantage of the morning to explore the surrounding rice fields on foot and discover some traditional villages, specializing in blacksmithing and silver jewelry. The afternoon is free, but it is possible to organize another walk to further discover the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Some will also have the opportunity to try Balinese cooking, or even local arts, if they wish. Meals: Breakfast

• day 6

  Tirtagangga – Tenganan – Klungkung – Sanur

  The morning is devoted to a final Balinese walk, through fields and rice paddies, towards the Bali Aga village of Tenganan, which has preserved Balinese culture prior to the Javanese influence of the Hindu Majapahit dynasty. To protect their village from the harmful effects of the intrusion of those not initiated into the cult of Batara Indra, every visitor is welcomed there from noon until nightfall, after which everyone is asked to continue on their way. There was a time when the villagers of Tenganan would even sweep away the footprints of their visitors to completely erase their presence. In the afternoon, transfer to the seaside resort of Sanur, via the former courthouse of Klungkung. The rest of the afternoon is free. Overnight at the hotel. 2 hours of transfer – 3 hours of walking Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (picnic)

• day 7

  Sanur – Labuan Bajo/Flores Island – Sabolo – Seraya

  Morning transfer to the airport and flight to Labuan Bajo, on the island of Flores, with a regular flight operated by Garuda Indonesia. Welcome and boarding on a specially chartered boat. Immediate departure to Sabolo Island, where we enjoy its white sand beach and its superb underwater scenery. In the afternoon, we resume our navigation to Seraya Island, where we spend the night at anchor, on board the boat or on the deck for star enthusiasts. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• day 8

  Seraya – Bidadari – Kelor

  The day is devoted to rest and the exploration of the underwater world (snorkeling) around the islands of Bidadari and Kelor: beautiful white sand beaches and stunning coral reefs. Night at anchor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• day 9

  Kelor – Kalong

  Today we sail to Kalong Island, which is largely made up of mangroves, where thousands of bats usually take refuge during the day. At nightfall, we watch this real "black cloud" start to move and head towards the large island of Flores, to the east, to feed mainly on fruit. Night at anchor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• day 10

  Kalong – Rinca – Padar

  Equipment for the island of Rinca. The Bajo people live there in stilt houses, living exclusively from the products of the sea. At dawn, we set out on a hike to track the Komodo "dragons" as well as other deer, monkeys, buffaloes, and wild horses, all in a setting where the green of the savannah blends with the blue of the coves and bays. At the end of the morning, swimming and snorkeling on a deserted islet, then sailing towards the uninhabited island of Padar. The beaches there are among the most beautiful in the world, and swimming is a delight. Walk in the late afternoon to track the deer, abundant on this island. Night at anchor near this magnificent beach. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• day 11

  Padar – Komodo – Laba

  In the early morning, we take advantage of the relative coolness to go for a walk on Komodo Island, from where we can see the boat anchored in the turquoise waters of the bay. In the middle of the day, we sail to Gili Laba: beach, snorkeling, hiking to enjoy an exceptional panorama of the entire archipelago. Night at anchor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• day 12

  Gili Laba – Manta Point – Kanawa

  In the early morning, we set course for the famous "Manta Point," where manta rays like to get "cleaned." There is the possibility to swim nearby (while keeping a safe distance) and to observe the "ballet" that is the majestic dance of these impressive marine animals. In the afternoon, we set course for Mushroom Rock and Kanawa Island. There, we discover a pristine sandy beach and exceptional marine life. At the end of the afternoon, a short walk on the island allows us to enjoy the sunset from the mainland. Night at anchor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• day 13

  Kanawa – Labuan Bajo

  Last morning of snorkeling before setting sail again towards Labuan Bajo. Arrival in Labuan Bajo in the late afternoon. Night at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

• day 14

  Labuan Bajo – Bali – Sanur

  Flight to Bali with a regular Garuda Indonesia flight, then transfer to Sanur (30 min). Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast

• day 15

  Sanur – Airport

  Free day until the time of transfer to the airport for your return international flight. Meals: Breakfast