Essential Bali & Gili Islands

10 Days | Tone it down then turn it up on this Balinese adventure

4.8 out of 5 based on 39 reviews submitted.
18 to 29s
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GBP £470
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This trip is for the 18 to 29 year olds

Find peace, relaxation and adventure with a trip around Bali (or paradise, as some like to call it). Starting in the patchouli infused Ubud, you can tour the jungle or cycle around rice paddies before ascending Mt Batur at sunrise and creating some pretty epic memories. Kick back on Gili T and soak up island life as you enjoy loads of free time to snorkel over reefs, snap a few sunsets and throw down some beers. End it all in Seminyak with some of the best beachy nightlife you’ll ever find, even more sunsets (the colours!) and a massage (or three).

Trip overview

Map of Essential Bali & Gili Islands including Indonesia
Start
Ubud, Indonesia
Finish
Seminyak, Indonesia
Theme
18 to 29s
Destinations
Indonesia
Physical rating
Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
Style
Basix
Ages
Min 18 - Max 29
Group size
Min 1 - Max 16
Trip code
TIYB
This trip generates 54.59 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Float in the ocean, sunbake on the beach, and conquer a volcano at sunrise – the island landscapes of Bali make for an epic experience.
  • Bike around Gili T on a tour of the remote island, with a local leader who knows all the best recommendations – maybe spot sea turtles while snorkelling or just kick back with a good book and a cocktail (or few).
  • Wake up at 3 am and climb a mountain – this sunrise is worth it! Watching the day come alive at the top of Mt Batur is worth every minute of sleep you lose.
  • Let a local show you their favourite dishes, from nasi campur to all kinds of other delicacies during a street food tasting in Seminyak. We know you didn’t come all the way to Bali to eat spaghetti!
  • Soak up every drop of Ubud's relaxed atmosphere, from the calming jungle to the rice paddies waiting to be explored. Is this heaven or just Indonesia?
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Coral Triangle Center Foundation. Donations help expand their coral restoration project and support their educational outreach activities for local schools in Nusa Penida.

Is this trip right for you?
  • Part of what makes this part of the world so appealing is the warm weather, so it probably won’t come as a surprise that Bali can be extremely hot and humid. It’s also important to note that the temperature can drop in the evening. Layers are the best way to tackle this disparity in weather.
  • Climbing Mt Batur on Day 4 to watch the sunrise from the top of the volcano is one of the highlights of this trip, just be aware that this will involve starting the hike at 3 am. The climb takes around 2 hours and requires a good level of fitness.
  • This trip affords lots of free time so that you can experience Bali the way you imagined. If you need activity options, your leader will be on hand to help.

Itinerary

Map of Essential Bali & Gili Islands including Indonesia

Inclusions

Meals

9 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

Boat, Private Minibus

Accommodation

Guesthouse (1 nights), Hotel (8 nights)

Activities
  • Ubud - Tirta Empul Water Temple
  • Tegalalang - Rice Terraces
  • Mt Batur - Sunrise volcano climb
  • Gili Trawangan - Leader-Led Orientation Cycling Trip
  • Gili Trawangan – Bike Hire (3 Days)
  • Seminyak – Street Food Tasting
  • Seminyak - Beach Club Visit
Add on activities
  • Ubud - Cooking class - IDR350000
  • Ubud - Saraswati Temple Lotus Garden - Free
  • Ubud - Bali Cycling Tour - IDR700000
  • Ubud - Whitewater rafting - IDR740000
  • Mt Batur - Hot springs - IDR300000
  • Gili Air - Snorkelling - IDR1100000
  • Gili Trawangan - Cooking class - IDR385000
  • Gili Trawangan - Yoga Class - IDR120000
  • Seminyak - Bali ‘Eat Street’ Local Food Urban Adventure - USD45
  • Legian - Rip Curl Surfing Lesson (includes transport) - IDR750000

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 3 & Day 4 (Batur & Candidasa) where there is no availability.Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 based on 39 reviews submitted.
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Kassandra · Traveled September 2023
Such an amazing trip around Bali and Gili T! Our leader Wayan made Bali feel like home, and our group feel like a family. From chilling with monkeys in Ubud to climbing Mt.Batur, and snorkelling with turtles and bar crawling in Gili T, every stop on this trip is fun and brings new adventures!
Review submitted 14 Sep 2023

Charlotte · Traveled September 2023
My 11-day tour trip to Bali was truly unforgettable. Wayan, our tour guide, felt like family rather than just a guide, making the journey even more enjoyable. I've gained lifelong Bali friends from this experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this trip; the accommodations, food, activities, and friendships formed were simply exceptional!
Review submitted 10 Sep 2023

David · Traveled August 2023
Great way to explore Bali for an affordable price. Accomodation was great value for price and trip highlight was the Gili islands. Trip size was also perfect. Room for improvement: better restaurant / cafes could be recommended
Review submitted 22 Aug 2023

Courtney · Traveled August 2023
Had an incredible adventure with Intrepid exploring Essential Bali and Gili Islands. Would recommend Intrepid and this trip to anyone who is keen to meet new people, see and learn about new places and, just simply, have a good time! :)
Review submitted 14 Aug 2023

Lauren · Traveled June 2023
An awesome way to see lots of what Bali has to offer in a short period of time. Snorkelling with sea turtles and the Mt Batur hike were my highlights! El was the best tour guide ever - our group had so much fun together and felt like a small family by the end of the trip.
Review submitted 03 Jul 2023
Essential Bali & Gili Islands
From
GBP £470