Lombok & Gili Adventure: Culture, Peaks & Paradise
7 days, Tempasan to Gili Trawangan
Itinerary
Day 1Tempasan
Welcome to the island of Lombok in Indonesia! Opt to pre-arrange an arrival transfer to meet you at the airport and bring you to Tempasan or make your own way there and arrive before 5 pm. Tonight, meet your group and CEO at a welcome meeting. Then meet the local villagers at dinner accompanied by some live music while we learn what's to come this week.
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.
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
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DinnerDay 2Tempasan
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.
Your Local Living Moment: Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration
Explore the beautiful Tempasan Village with your CEO. Walk along the path through the rice field like the local people do. During the walk we will meet the farmer for their daily activities. Wander through pineapple, cassava and coffee plantations, the chicken and cow farm and take a short stop at the top of the hill for the amazing panoramic view of rice fields and Rinjani Mountain. Then hop in some local transport and drive to Pringgasela Village where you will learn about this unique and sole weaving village in east Lombok. Learn about their local textile, traditional looms and natural dyes.
Free Time
The afternoon if yours to explore Lombok!
Optional Activities - Day 2 HideShow
Lombok Cooking Class
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!
Lombok Yoga Class
Find your zen and enjoy a local yoga class.
Countryside Bike Tour
Experience local life from two wheels. Tour through the villages and enjoy rural life in Lombok.
Mt Rinjani's Second Summit 2-Day, 1-night
Conquer the second summit of the great Mount Rinjani, Lombok's active volcano. Mt Sangkareang is the second highest point on Mt Rinjani. Trek through tropical rainforest, admire incredible views and witness Lombok on "fire" at sunrise/sunset.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 3Tempasan
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!
Free Time
A free day in Tempasan means you get to explore how you want!
Optional Activities - Day 3 HideShow
Lombok Cooking Class
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!
Lombok snorkel trip
Hop on a boat tour through the crystal blue waters around Lombok. Snorkel around beautiful coral reefs and next to colorful fish with hopes of seeing some incredible creatures like sea turtles, eels and rays!
Lombok Yoga Class
Find your zen and enjoy a local yoga class.
Black Monkey Forest & Waterfall hike
Join a tour to explore the incredible raitforest that covers most of Lombok. Get out into the jungle in search of black monkeys and hike to see some of those awe-inspiring Indonesian waterfalls you see on social media.
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BreakfastDay 4Tempasan/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.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Bonjeruk Village Experience
Receive a warm welcome by the the villagers of Bonjeruk Village and learn about the youth development organization they support. Your guide, a student from the English learning program, will lead you on a short cycling around the village (approx 45 mins - 1 hr). You will have lunch at a lovely spot in the village and enjoy a home-cooked meal giving you a taste of Lombok traditional food. After lunch, join some of the women of the village to try the local cakes and snacks made from flour sourced from locally grown potatoes or sticky rice.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Spend the rest of the day free in Senggigi, on the coast in Lombok.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 5Senggigi/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.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Speedboat
Climb aboard and get your float on.
The Gili Islands Snorkel Trip
Visit all 3 islands that make up the famous Gili Islands. Starting from Gili Trawangan, snorkel around the best spots like Turtle Point. Then head to Gili Meno by boat to snorkel through the perfect water on the most tranquil of the 3 islands. Next is Gili Air, with our final chance to swim through the vibrant coral reefs before returning to Gili T.
Your Big Night Out Moment: in Gili Trawangan
The Gili Islands are known for having the best parties in the world! Tonight, let's see what its all about together on our Big Night Out! Grab yourself your drink of choice and let's kick it!
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BreakfastDay 6Gili 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.
Free Time
Enjoy a free day to explore Gili Trawangan on your terms!
Optional Activities - Day 6 HideShow
Sunrise Stand Up Paddle Yoga
Get your om on with this unique and peaceful experience that combines the calmness of yoga with the excitement of stand-up paddle boarding (SUP). Practice yoga on the water while balancing on a SUP board. Start your day, surrounded by the beautiful sunrise, crystal-clear waters of Gili Trawangan all while connecting with nature, improving your balance, and enjoying the island's stunning tropical beauty.
Gili T Bike Tour
Cycle around Gili Trawangan with your CEO at the helm, a leisurely and scenic way to explore the island’s stunning landscapes. With no motorized vehicles allowed, the island’s peaceful atmosphere is perfect for biking. The flat terrain makes it an easy and enjoyable ride for all fitness levels.
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BreakfastDay 7Gili Trawangan
Depart at any time.
Optional Activities - Day 7 HideShow
Bali Express: Gili Trawangan to Kuta
Want to take the hassle out of getting back to Bali? Book the “Bali Express: Gili Trawangan to Kuta” post-tour Extra and make your way back to Kuta with the guidance of a CEO. On the final day of the tour, board a fast boat back to Bali and transfer to Kuta.