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Indonesia: Candidasa, Mt Rinjani & the Gilis

9 days, Candi Dasa to Gili Trawangan

Map of the route for Indonesia: Candidasa, Mt Rinjani & the Gilis
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Itinerary

Day 1Candi Dasa

Welcome to Bali! Arrive at any time.

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Accommodation

Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.

Ashyana Candidasa Beach Resort (or similar)
Hotel

Day 2Candi Dasa

Enjoy the amazing chance to explore Candidasa however you'd like! Opt to join a local Balinese cooking class and learn to make local favorites like Chicken Tum and Gado-Gado. Or take a snorkeling trip to the beautiful Blue Lagoon! The choice is yours.

Free Time
Candi Dasa Full Day

Spend today exactly how you'd like in Candi Dasa!

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Cooking Class
Candi Dasa

Refine your culinary skills with an optional Balinese cooking class. Discover the secrets of delicious local cuisine and how to use exotic herbs and spices.

Snorkeling the Blue Lagoon
Candi Dasa

Set out for an unforgettable underwater adventure. Located just a short drive from Candidasa, the Blue Lagoon is famous for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and diverse marine life. You'll swim alongside colorful fish, sea turtles, and unique marine species while exploring the calm, protected lagoon. The area is perfect for both beginners and experienced snorkelers, offering a peaceful and immersive experience in Bali's natural beauty. A must-visit destination for nature lovers.

Accommodation

Ashyana Candidasa Beach Resort (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Candi Dasa/Sembalun

Our Lombok adventure begins today as we take a ferry leaving Bali and arriving to Lombok in the late morning. Make your way north of Mt Rinjani and stop in Senaru where we'll be accompanied by a local tour guide who is part of the Rinjani Women Guide association. Head out on an easy trek passing small hamlets where age-old traditions still are in practice, gaining insight into the colourful village life of the Sasak. There is always something interesting happening here as you meet local people and admire traditional houses along the way. You may even see a few cheeky long-tailed monkeys and, with a bit of luck, spot the rare ebony leaf monkey.

Women led Senaru Village Tour
Senaru

Led by local female guides, explore the foothills of spectacular Rinjani volcano in Lombok's northern district of Bayan. Starting near the border of Gunung Rinjani National Park, your route follows old pathways amongst shady bamboo groves and village gardens. Following a winding irrigation channel, you reach the lush rainforest of the famous Sindang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall in Senaru Reserve. The local people believe that a refreshing bath behind these thundering falls can cure any disease. Along the way, discover tropical plants as your guide explains how the local people make practical use of them.

Accommodation

Nusantara Hotel Sembalun (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Lunch

Day 4Sembalun/Pringgasela

In the morning enjoy a leisurely half-day trek that takes you through the foothills of the majestic Rinjani volcano. This easy walk offers breathtaking views of lush landscapes, traditional villages, and expansive rice fields, all set against the backdrop of towering peaks. While trekking, visit a local community weaving using traditional techniques. Later head to central Lombok, south of Mt Rinjani and join a local cooking class learning to make local specialties with banana root and bamboo shoots.

Sembalun Village Trek
Sembalun

Enjoy an easy half-day walk exploring the foothills of the spectacular Rinjani volcano. Visit a traditional heritage house, meander through bamboo groves and visit a local community of traditional weavers.

Private Vehicle
Sembalun – Pringgasela2h15m80km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Lombok Cooking Class
Aranka Tempasan

Enjoy a cooking class alongside your local hosts. Dig into local favorites like semur ayam, a braised chicken dish that uses many ingredients you may know, and some that will be completely new to you!

Accommodation

Aranka Tempasan Lodge (or similar)
Lodge

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 5Pringgasela/Kuta

This morning, choose to join your CEO and local guides on a light trek through the lush pineapple and cassava plantations. Trek by a local river where you can take some time to refresh before ascending a hilltop for breathtaking panoramic views of emerald rice fields and the majestic Rinjani Mountain – a perfect photo opportunity! Or choose to take a morning to relax and enjoy the incredible scenery and peace at your local lodge. In the afternoon, make your way to Kuta, with a stop at a traditional Sasak village to witness a traditional performance.

Traditional Sasak Village
Ende1h-1h15m Afternoon

Join your CEO to visit a traditional Sasak village that offers a glimpse into the authentic culture and way of life of the Sasak people of Lombok. Wander through the village and observe the traditional houses made of bamboo, wood, and clay with distinctive thatched roofs. Interact with the local villagers, learn about their customs, traditions, and daily routines. Experience the vibrant and energetic traditional drum performance known as 'Gendang Beleq'. This is a dynamic musical performance featuring large drums and traditional instruments, showcasing Lombok's cultural heritage.

Private Vehicle
Pringgasela – Kuta2h-2h30m Afternoon

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Puri Rinjani Bungalow (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 6Kuta

After a few days of incredible exploration of northern Lombok, enjoy a day at leisure to take life at your own pace. Enjoy Kuta's tropical beaches on foot or choose to take a surf lesson at a local surf school.

Free Time
Kuta Full Day

Spend a free day in Kuta exploring at leisure.

Accommodation

Puri Rinjani Bungalow (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Kuta/Gili Trawangan

Bid farewell to Kuta's beautiful beaches, heading north to the Gili Islands. Make a stop en route in Bonjeruk Village. The village has implemented an English Camp for older high school students to learn to improve their English skills on weekends by leading various activities in their communities. Join a community member for a short cycle through town and stop to enjoy a home-cooked lunch that will give you a taste of the specialities of traditional Lombok food. After filling up, continue on to grab the ferry to the Gili Islands.

Bonjeruk Village Cycle and Lunch
Bonjeruk Morning

Join a community member for a short cycle through town and stop to enjoy home-cooked meals that will give you a taste of the specialities of Lombok traditional food. After a savory lunch, don't miss dessert as you join some local women of the village that will introduce you to their creations of local cakes and snacks made of flour from the locally grown potatoes or sticky rice.

Ferry
Bangsal – Gili Trawangan30m

Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

Private Vehicle
Kuta – Bonjeruk1h-1h15m Morning

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Private Vehicle
Bonjeruk – Bangsal1h30m-2h Afternoon

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Hotel Vila Ombak (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 8Gili Trawangan

Spend a free day in Gili Trawangan. Spend a half day underwater on an optional snorkeling trip or choose to rent a bike and cycle around the island at your own pace. Enjoy a final day in Lombok doing exactly as you please!

Free Time
Gili Trawangan

Enjoy free time in beautiful Gili Trawangan.

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Yoga
Gili Trawangan

What's better than a relaxing yoga class in paradise? Get your om on in the Gilis.

Accommodation

Hotel Vila Ombak (or similar)
Hotel

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 9Gili Trawangan

Depart at any time.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Indonesia: Candidasa, Mt Rinjani & the Gilis

| 9 days - Candi Dasa to Gili Trawangan - from $1039 USD