Family Bali Island Hopping and Komodo Cruise
Bali Island Hopping 29th July – 8th August 2024
Komodo Island Extension – 8th – 11th August
TRIP OVERVIEW
11 – 14 days
BALI ISLAND HOPPING FAMILY ADVENTURE – 29th July – 8th August
Komodo Island Extension – 8th – 11th August 2024
0/20 places sold on this adventure of a lifetime – We can take 4-5 families
Age Limit: There is no minimum age
BALI COST: Adults £2795 / Children £2495
KOMODO COST: Adults £1099 / Children £899
This can be paid in full, or in monthly instalments
Please note: We will do our best to provide family rooms where possible
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Creating offerings and Balinese Dress at Widya Guna Foundation
Visit Tirta Empul – Participate in a Hindu ritual at the Tirta Empul Temple, famous for its holy spring water, where Balinese Hindus go to for ritual purification.
Gunung Kawi – One of Bali’s oldest and most important monuments. A river-valley complex
Alas Harum Bali Swings – A must!
Visit the rice fields and the carved façade dating back to the 11th century
Meet the Balinese people – cycling to local village
Kanto Lampo Waterfall – Tucked away in the jungle
One of the most unique waterfalls in Bali Gua Rang Reng Waterfall
Local Village walk, rice paddies and dinner with a Balinese family
Snorkelling around the Gili islands: Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan
Snorkelling Tour to Manta Bay, Crystal Bay & Mangrove Point
Turtle Conservation
Option to add on the most amazing 4 day Komodo Island stay and cruise
LET’S GO TO BALI!
Bali, one of the smaller islands in Indonesia, has been described by many different names – The Hidden Paradise, The Last Paradise on Earth, Morning of The World, Island of Gods, The Island of a Thousand Temples, the Emerald Isle of Asia and Island of the Smiling People.
Bali is one of the most family-friendly destinations in the world. With its perfect mix of luxury, culture, pristine beaches and adventure activities, laid-back and lovely Bali is the perfect destination for families.
Bali is just one of over 18,000 islands that make up Indonesia in Southeast Asia. It is also one of the most popular places for families to travel to with children of all ages. Smiles are prevalent in this paradise, which is famous for its friendly people, colourful culture and beautiful beaches.
Bali has a magical power that sucks you in and leaves you wanting more. The amazing beaches, beautiful sunsets, fabulous restaurants, welcoming locals and interesting culture keep people returning for Bali family holidays every year.
WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR?
All adventurous families are very welcome to join us on this trip of a lifetime.
If you are reading this, then you must have a little piece of wild in you! I bet you are curious, love the outdoors and are ready for an adventure. I cannot think of a better way then by immersing yourselves in the sights, sounds and flavours of Bali with your family, so take that leap and come with us – remember, we will be with you all the way!
I can promise you, from the moment you step off the plane you will fall in love. That’s really how Wild Hearted began, 20 years ago when I took a risk and visited a new convenient for the first time and now I just can’t stop – we all love exploring new places. It is why I want to take you there too; To share the magic of Bali with you.
Day 1: 29th July – Arrival in Bali and travel to Ubud
Arrive at the airport and be met by a member of the team who will transfer you and your family to your hotel in Ubud. Please ensure you flight arrives by xxx
Ubud is a remarkable town in the middle of the island. For over a century, it has been Bali’s centre for the fine arts, dance and music. While it once was a haven for backpackers, cosmic seekers, artists and bohemians, Ubud is now a popular destination for families. Many world-famous people are seen walking the busy streets. The town constantly evolves through people involved with art, nature, anthropology, music, art and architecture.
Meet for a welcome dinner in the evening.
Accommodation: Arma Museum & Resort (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Dinner
Day 2: 30th July – Ubud: Creating offerings – Tirta Empul – Gunung Kawi – Bali Swings
Today you will see the spiritual sight of Bali and embark on a beautiful adventure together. The tour will start with creating an offering, called Canang in Bali. This offering will be brought to the temples to ask permission from the gods to enter the temple. The guide will explain about the offering and the way of making the prayer before you will take the holy bath to purify yourself.
At Gunung Kawi, you will see the beautiful rice fields and the carved façade dating back to the 11th century. They are called the Kings tombs, commemorating the Udayana Kingdom. The guide will lead you on small rice field paths surrounding the complex.
At Tirta Empul Temple you will join in a Hindu ritual famous for its holy spring water, where Balinese Hindus go to for ritual purification. The guide will take you around the temple with 14 Holy water spouts for purification.
The highlight of the day for the kids will be the Bali Swing. Fly high over the beautiful rice fields.
Overnight: Arma Museum & Resort (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 3: 31st July – Ubud: Cycling – Waterfalls – Local Village Walk
After a delicious breakfast, we will be picked up from our hotel and head to the village where we will hop on our bikes (seats will be provided for the younger children) and get ready to ride! You will be passing stunning scenery and local villages. Gain insight into how people in the countryside about the traditions they practice and the temples that can be found everywhere. You can ask to make stops along the way if you want to take in the sights and take some photos. The cycling trip ends with a mouth-watering lunch, served by a local family. After lunch, you will visit waterfalls – today swimwear is a must!
Kanto Lampo Waterfall
Bali Kanto Lampo is a stunning place to visit when exploring the Ubud area. Tucked away in the jungles of the island visiting this waterfall can make an escape to Bali even more complete with a sense of peaceful tranquility that comes over those who visit. The best way to fully immerse in the experience is to wade through the waters to get front row seats to the waterworks it unfurls.
Gua Rang Reng Waterfall
Goa Rang Reng Waterfall is a lovely relaxing spot, the peaceful natural surrounds make it an ideal escape from busy Ubud. Goa Rang Reng flows down at a gentle angle. The appealing falls are not high and are more like a web of steep rapids than a single torrent. There is a natural pool at the top of the waterfall where you can relax and swim.
Local Village walk and dinner
The afternoon activities begin by visiting the Balinese compound houses. The guide will explain about the history behind the compounds houses while the housewife is preparing the coffee or tea as Balinese usually do to welcome the family. After the coffee break the tour starts by walking through the village to see the local living, while you are walking through you may find the traditional market which took place at nearby the house then continue to visit the village temple which took place in the center of the village and after 5-10 minutes walking you will find the amazing view of the rice paddies combining with the dense forest and mount agung view as the background.
This way you will walk through rice paddies path ways then calm yourself into the natural water spring along with the natural water lily pond.
Once the sun goes down finally the driver will pick you up and drive back to the house for dinner with the family.
Overnight: Arma Museum & Resort (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: 1st August – Travel from Ubud to our Island Gili Trawangan
Today you will be transferred from your hotel to Padangbai harbor to go to Gili Trawangan harbor by fast boat. Upon arrival to the harbor on Gili Trawangan, you will explore this little gili with your local tour leader by bike. While your luggage will be transported by horsecar (cidomo) to your hotel.
Overnight: Aston Sunset Beach Resort – (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
Day 5: 2nd August – Gili Trawangan: Snorkelling around the Gili islands: Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan
Today you will be snorkelling around the Gili islands: Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan. You will be swimming alongside hundreds of tropical fish and stunning coral, so get ready to explore a whole new world full of beauty, wonder and life. Whenever you feel hungry simply, hop back on board where a delicious lunch is ready for you at any time. After the tour you will brought back to the hotel.
Overnight: Aston Sunset Beach Resort (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 6: 3rd August – Gili Trawangan: FamilyTime
Today is a free day to spend as a family.
Optional Activity (excluded in your program) – Senaru Panorama Walk – Half Day Include Lunch :
Led by local women guides, this one day walk and tour to Senaru village and valley 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 before entering a wide-open landscape of rice terraces and palms. 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. You might come across cheeky long-tailed monkeys and, with a bit of luck, may even spot the rare ebony leaf monkey. Passing small hamlets where age-old traditions are practised, you will gain 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.
Additional activities can be added at a later date.
Overnight: Aston Sunset Beach Resort – (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
Day 7: 4th August – Travel Gili Trawangan to Nusa Lembongan
Today you will go the Gili Trawangan harbor by bike. While your luggage will be transported by “cidomo” – horse chart. Take the fast boat to Lembongan Island. Upon arrival in Lembongan harbor, you will be transferred to your hotel. Upon arrival at Lembongan, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight: Mahagiri Resort Nusa Lembongan (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
Day 8: 5th – Nusa Lembongan: Snorkeling Tour to Manta Bay, Crystal Bay & Mangrove Point
The Nusa Islands of Bali has some of the most beautiful snorkeling spots in the world, the beautiful beaches and crystal-clear water of this island has attracted many visitors to come and see it. This island is an awesome place for snorkeling activities with its warm water conditions and crystal-clear visibility where you can see beautiful underwater panorama with its coral reefs and arrays of colorful fish.
On of the most noteworthy snorkeling spot in Nusa Lembongan is at the Mangrove Point, which lies off the northern coast of the island. It’s a sprawling coral garden with plenty of fish and very light currents.
We invite you to immerse yourself in one of the clearest waters in the world and witness the finest underwater beauty of Bali! We offer you a full inclusion snorkeling trip with a guide who will take you to a mesmerizing underwater would full of colors you don’t see above the surface.
Overnight: Mahagiri Resort Nusa Lembongan (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 9: 6th August – Nusa Lembongan: Family Time
Today you have a free day to spend as a family.
Optional Activity 1 (excluded in your program) – Penida Island – West Part (Start/End Lembongan) :
You will be picked up at your hotel at 7.30 AM to catch your local boat to Nusa Penida. Arrive at around 08.00 AM in Toyapakeh Harbour in Nusa Penida and we will take you away on a one-day trip where you can explore the west part of Nusa Penida. So, fasten your seat belt because it’s going to be one bumpy ride ahead.
First, we will be heading to the famous broken beach and Angel’s billabong where you can immerse in the beauty of the blue azure horizon. Then we will take you the insta-famous Kelingking cliff to take a picture of that most photographed site in Nusa Penida, we recommend you to also try the coconut water at the local warung for refreshment.
Last stop will be to the beauty of the crystal-clear water at the crystal beach, take a moment of relaxation on the white sandy beach before you go back to Toyapakeh Harbour to catch your boat back to Lembongan. You will be transferred back to your hotel by 5.00 PM.
Optional Activity 2 (excluded in your program) – Village Tour (Lembongan Island & Mangrove Trip)
When it comes to Island life, Lembongan is the perfect choice, this little island will charm you with its beauty. We have created a perfect half day tour that will take you to all the highlights of this island. This Lembongan island and mangrove tour will start at 09.00, your guide will pick you up at your hotel, and you will start your journey.
We will take you to see the island up close, start by exploring the mangrove forest with small boat. Then we continue to the famous Yellow bridge where you can take some memorable pictures and exploring the unique underground house. Last but not least we will conclude our tour by visiting the beautiful dream beach and devil tear where the scenic beauty will blow you away.
Additional activities can be added at a later date.
Overnight: Mahagiri Resort Nusa Lembongan (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
Day 10: 7th August – Travel Nusa Lembongan – Bali, Sanur
Today you will be transferred from Lembongan harbor to go to Sanur harbor by fast boat. Upon arrival in Sanur harbor, you will continue to visit one of turtle conservation projects before arriving at your final hotel.
In Evening you will have farewell dinner at a beach restaurant in Sanur.
Overnight: Segara Village (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11: 8th August – Bali, Sanur – Adventure Ends
Today our time together comes to an end, say farewell to new found friends and head to the airport.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
OR… Extend your stay and come sail to Komodo with us!
Day 11: 8th August – Continue to Komodo Islands / Travel Sanur – Labuanbajo
You will be picked up from your hotel in Sanur and will be transferred to Ngurah Rai International Airport for departure flight to Labuan Bajo.
Upon arrival at Komodo airport in Labuanbajo, the driver and guide will be waiting at the arrival hall. We will go straight to Rangko Cave. The Goa Rangko cave is known as Gua Rangko and it is a limestone cave that only gets hit by sunlight once a day, and when it’s lit up, the pool has an amazing blue colour. Take your swimwear as you can swim in the pool, and it’s extra easy to float because of the minerals in the water – it’s an incredible experience.
Next we head to the hotel for a free afternoon before enjoying the stunning sunset at Sylvia Hills followed by dinner together.
Overnight: Sudamala Komodo Labuan Bajo (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
Day 12: 9th August – Labuanbajo – Start Komodo Island Cruise
Early morning, after a hearty breakfast we will be picked up at the hotel. We will meet our guide and start our very special adventure together. When we arrive at the harbour , we will board our private boat and head towards Kanawa Island, whilst enjoying lunch on board, then continue to Menjerite for snorkeling. The boat will anchor at Kalong island. Spend a moment in silence whilst the sunsets around us and enjoy thousands of Bats flying out to Flores Island looking for food. Dinner and overnight on Board.
Overnight: Aboard Private Boat – Camping at Sea
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13: 10th August – Cruise Komodo Islands Return
Early Morning sail to Padar Island. A walk to reach the highest point of Padar and enjoy the magnificent view surrounding it – you will be blown away. Back on Boat and continue sail to Pink Beach. Here is the time to discover the splendid underwater world of these rich waters (snorkels and fins are provided).
Lunch on board.
Back on Boat and continue sail to Komodo Island. This trip over blue tropical waters and past hundreds of small islands will blow your mind – we have a very exciting day ahead. On our visit to Komodo island, we make a walk with a local ranger in search of the Komodo dragons. During your visit also wild buffalo, deer, pigs, and various species of tropical birds like the Cockatoo can be seen.
Our time has come to return to Labuan Bajo. Upon arrival at the harbour transfer directly to Hotel in Labuan Bajo .
You will have free time at leisure to explore Labuanbajo. At the western end of Flores lays the fishing village of Labuan Bajo. With 3000 residents, the small village boasts a rich fishing culture. The busy harbour teems with spider-like outrigger boats, various types of canoes, sailing vessels and modern motorised boats.
We will enjoy our final meal together.
Overnight: Sudamala Komodo Labuan Bajo (or similar)
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 14: 11th August – Labuanbajo – Departure / ADVENTURE ENDS
You will be picked up from your hotel in Labuan Bajo and will be transferred to Komodo Airport Labuan Bajo. This is a transfer only and our holiday ends here.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Airport pick up and drop off from Airport
10 nights accommodation – Family rooms where possible – this will be on a first come, first served basis.
All meals as per itinerary
All Activities as mentioned in the itinerary
Transfers throughout the tour – we will travel together in a coach in Bali, or by bike when no transport on islands
National Park entrance fees
Professional guides
Internal airfares to Komodo if taking this extra trip
Pre-Departure Support
24hr On-Site Support
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
International Airfares
Drinks / Meals not mentioned
Additional excursions
Visas
All items of a personal nature
Gratuities and Tipping
Travel Insurance
INSPIRED VENTURES
OUR PARTNERS ON THE GROUND
INSPIRED VENTURES – OUR PARTNERS ON THE GROUND
Your trip will be operated in partnership with Inspired Ventures, a UK challenge and events company who are the principal for your trip. This ensures the booking process, licenses, bonding and insurances are taken care of in accordance with UK law, your funds are secure and your trip is fully risk assessed before we depart.
