Day 1 South Coast-Mountains Your trip starts with a choice of one of the following:
Surfing lesson on Kuta Beach
or SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) lesson in Jimbaran Bay
or Sea Kayak & Catamaran in Sanur
or Fishing from a local Balinese fishing boat known as a Jukung
or Wakeboarding/Water Skiing at Bali Cable Ski Park.
Or Urban Cycle (Kuta-Seminyak)
After you've finished your chosen activity we will head towards your accommodation at Alamdhari Resort in Sideman (approximately 1.5 hour drive).
Sidemen is a quiet, traditional Balinese village surrounded by valleys, rice paddies, and rice terraces with Mount Agung dominating the landscape to the north.
Alamdhari Resort and Spa is a small boutique resort with a fabulous location, nestled perfectly between the sweeping rice terraces of the Sidemen Valley
We will stop at Masa Masa for delicious Indonesian cuisine and a wonderful ambiance amongst the old colonial-style architecture. There is also some great batik and local handicrafts shopping in the Masa Masa retail outlets.
Upon arrival at Alamdhari, you'll have plenty of time to settle in and then do a short hike in the nearby hills to Gembleng Falls, also known as Heavens Gate. With great views over the Sidemen Valley, we highly recommend it.
More dining delights await you as you head to Asri Dining by Samanvaya Luxury Resort for dinner (included)
Day 2 Mountains-North Coast, Amed Choose between Rafting the Telaga Waja River or a Mt Bike ride to Amed
Raft the thrilling rapids through the lush green gorges of the Telaga Waja River or cycle from nearby Sidemen through the rice terraces and traditional villages of central & north Bali towards Amed. The ride can be adjusted according to your requirements and fitness level.
Rafters depart at 9.15 while Mt Bike riders can leave a little later if preferred.
Rafters
Finish rafting by 12.30. Lunch included. Depart for Coral View Villas in Amed by 13.30, arriving by about 15.00.
Mountain Bikers will finish their ride at the Coral View Villa’s Amed and can arrange their lunch there or nearby.
Coral View Villa is the perfect Amed getaway with immaculate gardens, a large swimming pool, a beachside restaurant, and direct beach access to a good snorkeling area featuring lots of colorful fish and coral.
Rest of the day: Snorkelling is available straight out front of the hotel or try the Japanese Ship Wreck or another location nearby (your guide knows the best snorkeling places in the area)
or Hiking: we have a delightful 6km hike down a mountain valley road. The hike is approximately 1.5 hours, all downhill, passing through local villages and rice terrace farming areas with views of nearby hills and ocean
Note: If you don’t want to do the full 6km, just tell the driver how many km you want and he’ll wait for you at the specified place
or Fishing with Jukung (a traditional local Balinese fishing boat)
or just go Swimming & Relax
Dinner: Gusto Resto or Trattoria. Both restaurants have an extensive Italian menu and gorgeous sunset views of the Bali ocean (included).
Day 3 North Coast to South Coast You should have a short snorkel in front of the hotel before another activity or, since Amed is a diving mecca you may choose to spend the morning just snorkeling and exploring different dive sites around Amed.
If you choose a short snorkel plus another activity, your options are Hiking, Cycling (approximately 3 hours), Fishing, Try SCUBA or SCUBA (for certified divers).
Note: Supplementary cost for Try SCUBA is $30 Supplementary cost for 2 x SCUBA Dives is $40
Hiking: Choose between the 6km mountain valley road hike described above (approximately 1.5 hours) or Our more challenging hill hike just 10 minutes to the east of your hotel (see photos in the gallery) – hike time about 2.5 hours – your guide will collect you at the finishing point near the top of the hill
Cycling: Bijang from East Bali cycling will take you to a local village about 25km from Amed – you will ride on small roads through rice fields and villages enjoying the ride and learning a little about the local area – the ride is not too difficult so only moderate fitness required.
Fishing: we have a fishing guide who will take you in the traditional Jukung (local fishing boat) - The Jukung has both engine & sail
TRY SCUBA: Experience the thrill of breathing underwater. 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 the Amed area
13.00 Lunch in Amed – Warung Agung (included).
Note: If you are cycling you will have lunch at the end of the ride.
Depart Amed by 2.00. Drive home via scenic coastal road with a stop for a brief visit to Jasri Chocolate Factory. Allow 3 hours to Kuta plus rest stop
End of Active Break 17.30
Day 1 South Coast-Mountains Your trip starts with a choice of one of the following:
Surfing lesson on Kuta Beach
or SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) lesson in Jimbaran Bay
or Sea Kayak & Catamaran in Sanur
or Fishing from a local Balinese fishing boat known as a Jukung
or Wakeboarding/Water Skiing at Bali Cable Ski Park.
Or Urban Cycle (Kuta-Seminyak)
After you've finished your chosen activity we will head towards your accommodation at Alamdhari Resort in Sideman (approximately 1.5 hour drive).
Sidemen is a quiet, traditional Balinese village surrounded by valleys, rice paddies, and rice terraces with Mount Agung dominating the landscape to the north.
Alamdhari Resort and Spa is a small boutique resort with a fabulous location, nestled perfectly between the sweeping rice terraces of the Sidemen Valley
We will stop at Masa Masa for delicious Indonesian cuisine and a wonderful ambiance amongst the old colonial-style architecture. There is also some great batik and local handicrafts shopping in the Masa Masa retail outlets.
Upon arrival at Alamdhari, you'll have plenty of time to settle in and then do a short hike in the nearby hills to Gembleng Falls, also known as Heavens Gate. With great views over the Sidemen Valley, we highly recommend it.
More dining delights await you as you head to Asri Dining by Samanvaya Luxury Resort for dinner (included)
Day 2 Mountains-North Coast, Amed Choose between Rafting the Telaga Waja River or a Mt Bike ride to Amed
Raft the thrilling rapids through the lush green gorges of the Telaga Waja River or cycle from nearby Sidemen through the rice terraces and traditional villages of central & north Bali towards Amed. The ride can be adjusted according to your requirements and fitness level.
Rafters depart at 9.15 while Mt Bike riders can leave a little later if preferred.
Rafters
Finish rafting by 12.30. Lunch included. Depart for Coral View Villas in Amed by 13.30, arriving by about 15.00.
Mountain Bikers will finish their ride at the Coral View Villa’s Amed and can arrange their lunch there or nearby.
Coral View Villa is the perfect Amed getaway with immaculate gardens, a large swimming pool, a beachside restaurant, and direct beach access to a good snorkeling area featuring lots of colorful fish and coral.
Rest of the day: Snorkelling is available straight out front of the hotel or try the Japanese Ship Wreck or another location nearby (your guide knows the best snorkeling places in the area)
or Hiking: we have a delightful 6km hike down a mountain valley road. The hike is approximately 1.5 hours, all downhill, passing through local villages and rice terrace farming areas with views of nearby hills and ocean
Note: If you don’t want to do the full 6km, just tell the driver how many km you want and he’ll wait for you at the specified place
or Fishing with Jukung (a traditional local Balinese fishing boat)
or just go Swimming & Relax
Dinner: Gusto Resto or Trattoria. Both restaurants have an extensive Italian menu and gorgeous sunset views of the Bali ocean (included).
Day 3 North Coast to South Coast You should have a short snorkel in front of the hotel before another activity or, since Amed is a diving mecca you may choose to spend the morning just snorkeling and exploring different dive sites around Amed.
If you choose a short snorkel plus another activity, your options are Hiking, Cycling (approximately 3 hours), Fishing, Try SCUBA or SCUBA (for certified divers).
Note: Supplementary cost for Try SCUBA is $30 Supplementary cost for 2 x SCUBA Dives is $40
Hiking: Choose between the 6km mountain valley road hike described above (approximately 1.5 hours) or Our more challenging hill hike just 10 minutes to the east of your hotel (see photos in the gallery) – hike time about 2.5 hours – your guide will collect you at the finishing point near the top of the hill
Cycling: Bijang from East Bali cycling will take you to a local village about 25km from Amed – you will ride on small roads through rice fields and villages enjoying the ride and learning a little about the local area – the ride is not too difficult so only moderate fitness required.
Fishing: we have a fishing guide who will take you in the traditional Jukung (local fishing boat) - The Jukung has both engine & sail
TRY SCUBA: Experience the thrill of breathing underwater. 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 the Amed area
13.00 Lunch in Amed – Warung Agung (included).
Note: If you are cycling you will have lunch at the end of the ride.
Depart Amed by 2.00. Drive home via scenic coastal road with a stop for a brief visit to Jasri Chocolate Factory. Allow 3 hours to Kuta plus rest stop
End of Active Break 17.30
