Bali Adventure: A 7-Day Exclusive Tour Tailored for Active Families

Day 1: Tuban/Kuta

Stay at Bintang Bali Resort in Tuban/Kuta area. Beautiful gardens, large beachfront swimming pool and plenty of activities for the kids

Activity Choices: Surfing, SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board), Fishing,Catamaran, Sea Kayak, Hydrofoil, Urban Cycle, Wake Boarding at Cable Wake Park.

Choose one activity for the morning and one for the afternoon

You may choose to have dinner at the hotel, otherwise there are numerous restaurants to choose from within easy walking distance.

Day 2: Mt Batur-Lake Batur

07.30: Depart Bali Bintang Hotel to arrive at Rafting start points by 09.30

Choose between Rafting the easier Ayung River (Grade 2-3 grade rapids) OR the more challenging Telaga Waja river (Grade 3-4 rapids)

Both rivers take you through some of the most stunning scenery in Bali with towering waterfalls, high cliffs and lush river valleys along with exhilarating rapids and some calming flat water sections.

Note: the lower number or Grade, the easier the rapids. Both rivers have some exciting sections for those who have not rafted much (or at all). If your children are 10 or under we recommend the Ayung River option.

Lunch is included with your rafting.

12.30-13.00: Drive to Villa Jempana. As we come to the top of the caldera outer rim at Kintamani you will be met by a view that you will never forget as you first look out over Mt Batur, Lake Batur, the lava flows, villages within the caledra and towering mountains in the distance, including the mother of all Bali’s mountains, Mt Agung

The drive time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

14.30: Arrive Villa Jempana

Villa Jempana provides the ideal lakeside location with easy access to your activities, large comfortable rooms, swimming pool and restaurant .

16.00-17.30

Get ready for some excitement as you explore the trails and lower slopes of Mt Batur on an ATV/Quad bike. We think this is by far the best location for Quad Biking in Bali.

Note:

• The minimum age to drive the ATV/Quad Bike is 15 so all under 15’s must ride tandem.

• When operated carefully, ATV's/Quad bikes are safe however like any vehicle they can be dangerous if operated carelessly or by those inexperienced operating machinery. Therefore if you have a family member 15+ it may still not be appropriate to self drive if the person has little or no experience operating any types of vehicles.

• The operator, Balad, is experienced operating these tours and has selected ATV/Quad Bike routes and operating procedures with safety foremost in mind so please follow their instructions and you should have a great and safe time

Dinner: Villa Jempana (included)

Day 3: Munduk Valley

Morning: Hike Mt Batur Volcano within the Kintamani Caldera. With good reason, this is the most popular hike in Bali and can easily be done with a moderate level of fitness. If the skies are clear, you will have unforgettable views of the caldera, lava flows from eruptions back in the early 1960’s, Lake Batur & Bali’s biggest mountain, Mt Agung.

Note: Guests can choose to do the early sunrise hike (leaving at around 5.00am) or get up a little later and do the hike around 7.30-8.00.

If the sunrise is not important to you, we like the later hike as most of the other hikers have finished by then or on their way back down the mountain.

10.30 (approximately) Have brunch at Villa Jempana after hike then at about 11.30 drive to Munduk (taking scenic northern route through mountains)

14.30: Arrive at Lesong Hotel

Lesong Hotel is tucked away in a quiet village of the Munduk Valley in north central Bali. This area has exquisite views to the west of Bali and is a place few tourists visit. With its comfortable rooms, friendly staff and peaceful ambience we are sure you will appreciate the tranquillity of a night at Lesong

Optional rice fields walk or local cycle on your own before sunset

Dinner: Lesong Hotel (included)

Day 4: North Coast-Pemuteran

Morning Choose between Canyoning or one of the activities listed below.

Canyoning Bali are a very professional, experienced and safe operator that has selected the best river valleys in the Gitgit area of north Bali. If you are not clear what Canyoning is, it’s the process of moving through the natural environment of a Canyon using various methods including walking, rappelling (abseiling) jumping, swimming, scrambling and sliding.

It's great fun, sometimes a challenge and puts you in close contact with your natural environment.

We highly recommend the Canyoning experience however please see note below and also be aware that there is a $45/person extra charge for this option.

PLEASE NOTE: whilst Canyoning Bali (the operator) has taken children under 10, most children would need to be at least 10 years old and they’d need to be very adventurous and unafraid of heights to be able to do this. Whilst the abseiling is not difficult, it requires confidence and the ability to descend cliffs up to 15m, sometimes whilst also being hit by water from a waterfall. You know your family and its limitations the best, however if you have young children and are interested in Canyoning, please talk with us and we can jointly have a discussion with Canyoning Bali to come up with the best plan for your family needs. For more details about Canyoning go to the "Activities" section in the menu above and select "Canyoning".

Note: Canyoning Bali is a 50 minute drive from Lesong Hotel

If you do not want to so Canyoning then please choose between Cycling and Hiking in the Munduk Valley (operated by the Lesong Hotel)

Afternoon: drive to Pemuteran arriving by approximately 14.00

Our hotels are often chosen for their beautiful tropical gardens, open space and beachside location. Taman Sari is another of these resorts with classic Balinese thatched roof accommodation, restaurants and bars, we are sure you will love it.

For the late afternoon, relax, swim, snorkel at front of hotel, enjoy a sunset drink.

Also remember that your driver/guide is there for you if there is something else in the area you want to do

Stay: Taman Sari Resort nights 4 & 5

Dinner: La Casa Kita Pemuteran (included)

Day 5: Pemuteran-Menjangan

Morning: Snorkeling Menjangan Island, one of the best dive sites in Bali with spectacular reefs and lots of interesting marine life. A boat will transfer you to the island with all necessary equipment and dive guide. Simple lunch included.

Late Afternoon: Hike the unspoilt hills behind Pemuteran with stunning views of the west coast mountain range to the south and the Bali Sea to the north. This hike is approximately one hour return and is a great way to end the day before you settle in to your sunset drinks back at Taman Sari Resort.

Dinner: your choice of hotel or a local restaurant

Day 6: Pemuteran to Jatiluwih (UNESCO) World Heritage site

If you can’t get enough of snorkeling then we can arrange further snorkeling trips for the morning nearby, otherwise you may like to do a brief snorkel in front of the hotel and to choose another activity option for the morning:

Options are: Cycling, Hiking, Fishing, Try SCUBA or SCUBA Dive for Certified Divers ($68 supplemental charge for Try SCUBA or 2 x SCUBA dives)

Hiking: West Bali Adventures will take you hiking in West Bali National Park, starting at 07.00 – hike time 2.5-3 hours

Cycling: West Bali Adventures bike tour starts a 0900 and takes about 3.5 hours. The tour travels through local villages with a focus on agricultural tourism including salt lake from the lake, Arak (local clear liquor) , Peanuts and Coconuts.

Fishing: we have a fishing guide who will take you in the traditional Jukung (local fishing boat) - see photos in gallery Note: the Jukung has both engine & sail

TRY SCUBA: Learn some SCUBA skills - try your first dive in a pool then do one open water dive in the ocean

SCUBA (for certified divers): includes 2 local dives in Pemuteran area

13.00 Lunch: Suma Restaurant is a traditional Javanese Joglo (wooden house) nestled into Sumberkima Hill behind Pemuteran. It’s a great setting with lovely ocean views and the perfect way to finish your time on the north coast (included).

14:00: Depart Pemuteran 14.00 for Batu Karu Coffee Estate Jatiluwih

16.30: Arrive Batu Karu Coffee Estate and Retreat

Nestled at 1000m on the south easterly slopes of Mount Batukaru, the coffee estate & retreat center are surrounded by protected jungle. The estate is the ideal place to escape from modern living, reconnect with nature, take in the breath taking views of Bali, eat healthy and experience the stylish open air rooms. An unforgettable end to your family getaway.

Dinner at Batu Karu (included)

Day 7: Jatiluwih-Coast

After breakfast experience the nearby Jatiluwih Terraced Rice Fields walk.

With good reason it’s spectacular well preserved terraced rice fields are a UNESCO world heritage site. There are several trail options available from 1.5km to 5.5km.

Then if your family is feeling up to it, we finish with a 30km Mt Bike ride from Jatiluwih to Tabanan or a 50km option to Canggu. Both rides are gentle with little uphill riding and will take via small roads you through rice paddies and local villages as you head back towards the busier tourist areas of south Bali.

Level of ride: intermediate.

OR

If you don’t want to Mt Bike ride, we can head back the Kuta area via Sanur where your family can spend the afternoon at the beach sailing a Hobi Cat (Catamaran) & Sea Kayaking or taking a Kite Surfing lesson or a Surf lesson.

Also included is exploring the Sanur foreshore by bike and lunch at one of the Sanur beachfront cafes

Your Active Family break will finish up in the Kuta area around (17.00)

Note: If Mt Bike riding we could drop you anywhere from Canggu, Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, Nusa Dua or Sanur as required (if outside these areas you will need to discuss with us)