Get Out There Tours + Travel presents
Bali High 2024
Return to Bali – with Extensions to Nusa Lembonban and Lombok
a small sober group trip for like-minded travelers
Trip price is $2,825 per person (through July 1, 2024 – Trip is ON REQUEST BASIS ONLY as we have sold out of our Early Bird Rooms).
(SINGLE ACCOMMODATION, land and sea transportation with breakfasts included)
- UBUD – 4 NIGHTS
- GILI AIR (LOMBOK) – 3 NIGHTS
- NUSA LEMBONGAN – 2 NIGHTS
- SIDEMAN – 1 NIGHT
Welcome to Bali! After a long travel day, we will be greeted by our local friend, Dewa, who will welcome us to his home – the island of Bali. Dewa will take us to an ATM or money changer and convenience store on the way to our accommodation located north of Central Ubud. We’ve chosen a location away from the traffic and mass tourism Ubud is infamous for and our accommodation will not disappoint! We will wrap up day one by the pool and by grabbing dinner together nearby the villas.
No need for an alarm, it’s Bali, so the roosters will wake us up, reminding us we have a meeting we can go to. This is optional, however our trip leader will be going into Central Ubud for the 9am meeting (we can share a taxi). After we can meander around the Ubud Market, shop in darling boutiques, grab a coffee or brunch, and just take our time getting a feel of the Bali Vibe. Dinner is on our own, but we will likely dine together, possibly at the fantastic Tygr Sushi. (On our last trip to Bali, we ate there four times!)
Today is a great day to explore with Dewa. He will take us to a local rice paddy for a walk. Later we can stop at a coffee plantation for some Balinese Coffee Tasting (we will choose an animal friendly one – more on this later). There will be ample time to visit Holy Spring Temple for a water blessing. Time permitting, Dewa can take us to some local artisan markets.
Today we can do as we wish. There is another 9:00 am meeting or we can explore a local waterfall or the Monkey Forest. Everything is easy in Bali and the time is ours to do as we like. This is a Chill Itinerary! There is always relaxing by our beautiful pool to consider!
Dewa will pick us up early for our transfer to the port to catch our boat for Gili Air. Gili Air is known for its stunning beaches, clear turquoise waters, and vibrant marine life, making it a haven for snorkeling and diving. Highlights include relaxing on pristine beaches, snorkeling or diving among colorful coral reefs, enjoying fresh seafood at beachfront restaurants, and experiencing the laid-back island vibe. Additionally, visitors can explore the island by bicycle or foot (Get Out There Tours+Travel does not condone the use of horse carts as the horses are in desperate condition so make sure your luggage is manageable (Dewa can store large luggage for us for this part of the trip), witness breathtaking sunsets, and indulge in various water sports like kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. Upon arrival, we will make our way to our bungalows (Laura will help with bulky luggage but we may have to do it in shifts). Along the way, we can stake out our own piece of shoreline. We can also rent bikes to run around on. By the time we arrive we will have our optional snorkeling and diving excursions planned so we may stop by today to meet our crew.
Today is our day to snorkel or dive (optional excursions). After we can walk around the island and find some seafood or a place with some vegan options.
Today would be a fun day to visit one or both of the neighboring Gili Islands to see what they offer. Gili T has some cute shops and ample beach front restaurants and both are known for snorkel spots accessible right from the beach.
Today we head for the island of Nusa Lembongan. Nusa Lembongan is one of three small islands called the Nusas off the southeast coast of Bali. It is known for its rugged cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and stunning marine biodiversity. Highlights include exploring picturesque beaches such as Dream Beach and Mushroom Bay, snorkeling or diving in the vibrant coral reefs, and encountering majestic manta rays at Manta Point. The island offers a more tranquil and laid-back experience compared to the Bali mainland, making it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful escape. (We can arrange tours to Nusa Penida if you wish to see the famous Instagram locations, however we don’t recommend it because the roads are dangerous and drivers are a bit reckless – in our opinion). We think its best to take it easy and continue on in chillax mode. There is plenty to see on Nusa Lembongan. Other options are taking a walk on a pristine beach, visit the mangroves, or walk over to Nusa Ceningan via the yellow bridge. (Tip: just as you walk over the bridge, there is a restaurant named the Sand with over the water hammocks just pleading to me used.) About ten minutes by motor scooter from the Sand is the gorgeous Blue Lagoon where the water is a shade of baby blue you’ve never seen before. We will want to hit Dream Beach for a sunset in paradise.
Today we will head out on pre-booked, optional snorkel or dive excursions. It is likely that snorkelers will be taken to Manta Point to snorkel with the mantas and divers will go wherever conditions allow. It will be a long day, so we will likely relax near the bungalows for a simple dinner.
For our last full day, we will depart the port on a morning ferry back to the main land. Dewa will pick us up with our luggage and drive us to the “old Bali” village of Sideman where we will stay in simple buy amazing bungalows amongst the rice fields. This is as laid back as it can get and what a perfectly serene way to spend our last night in the Ring of Fire. We will dine as a group and discuss Dewa’s tips; preferable one member will be in charge of presenting it to him with a small gift for his household/family (we will discuss this on a pre-departure Zoom).
Today the trip officially ends. We will head to the airport at around 8am. Dewa will provide airport transfers based on the earliest flight (some may have to wait an extra hour at the airport but there is plenty of last minute shopping (and GOOD shopping, at that).
Deposits, Final Payments, Refunds and Cancellations
+ All tours require a $300 deposit to secure your spot. Custom/private tours may require a higher deposit amount and you will be told this at time of inquiry.
+ All deposits for 2024 trips are non-refundable but are transferrable to other GROUP TRIPS if you notify us in writing 65 days prior to trip departure. Once you transfer a deposit to another trip, you cannot transfer it again.
+ Final Payment: Due 60 days prior to tour start date.
+ Final Payment is fully refundable if WE need to cancel any time.
+ Final Payment is partially refundable if YOU cancel more than 45 days prior to the start of trip. Partial refund is 50% of the final balance you paid.
+ There are no refunds on any cancellations 45 days or less before trip start date.
+ Trips require a minimum number of travelers to depart (each trip has a different minimum number).
+ If the trip does not reach the minimum number of travelers 60 days prior to the start date, we may cancel the trip.
+ In the event that WE need to cancel the tour, your final payment is fully refundable.
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