Bali Tours – Java’s Ijen Volcano Hiking – Borneo Longhouse and Jungle River Cruise Trip
The trip journeys begin in Ubud Bali, visit Ubud and Lovina for 4
days. first night on Ubud rice field view and last night on Lovina
beach then drive to East java by passing hilly road to Gili manuk
ferry harbor. Arrived at Ijen accommodation in the late afternoon.
Explore Ijen sulphur mining by hiking up to the top. you will amaze
how the sulphur miner working hard collecting each pieces of
sulphurs. Then drive to Surabaya to stay at historical hotel in
Surabaya, Majapahit Hotel (formerly Yamato Hotel). Spoil yourself on
wow room...the next morning after breakfast; fly direct to Centre of
Kalimantan (formerly Borneo) from Juanda Surabaya airport to
Palangka raya airport.
You will see different sight of Indonesia by seeing and involve with
people, nature and culture. its making your trip more memorable.
Indonesia has a motto: Unity in Diversity. after visited Bali, Java
and Borneo, you will have something in your mind about Indonesia.
The name Indonesia has its roots in two Greek words: "Indos" meaning
Indian and "Nesos" which means islands. It is an appropriate
description of the archipelago as there are estimated to be a total
of 17,508 islands, of which only about 6,000 are inhabited,
stretching for 5,150 km between the Australian and Asian continental
mainland's and dividing the Pacific and Indian Oceans at the
Equator. Five main islands and 30 smaller archipelagoes are home to
the majority of the population. The main islands are Sumatra
(473,6O6 sq.km), Kalimantan 1539,400 sq.km), Sulawesi l 189,216 sq.
km).
14 Days - 13 Nights
Bali – Java’s Ijen Volcano – Borneo Longhouse and Jungle River
Cruise
Start / Finish: Bali Airport/Palangka Raya airport.
Tour Code: KNLR-B-JIV-BL-JRC-14D
Departure: First week of the Month
Itinerary:
DAY 1: BALI – UBUD
Arrival at Ngurah Rai Bali International airport. Your guide will
escort you directly to your hotel. After check in, rest of the day
at leisure.
DAY 2: UBUD – AFTERNOON FREE AT LEISURE
After breakfast at the hotel, go to Bayad Village and join an Eco
Walk program with a local Balinese to explore a wealth of healing
plants and spices. Upon arrival, have a coffee/tea/refreshment and a
short introduction to the venture. Then take a light hike through
the spice and herbal garden, learning about the plants used for
first aid emergencies up to the treatment of chronic illnesses. We
continue our walk down to the cave and return through an underground
labyrinth to our finish point at Petanu Restaurant where your car
will await. Lunch at the organic kitchen. Afternoon is free to
explore Ubud on your own.
DAY 3: UBUD – LOVINA
Breakfast at the hotel and later drive along the famous Jatiluwih
Rice Terrace, which was recently nominated as a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. It is a man-made wonder of boundless rice terraces
flanked by the mountains. The small mountain road will end up at the
resort of Bedugul. The next stop will be Lake Bratan, a crater which
lies serenely in the midst of an elongated valley, farmed for
centuries. The small temple of Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, honouring Dewi
Danau, Goddess of the Lake, sits on the lake promontory. Stroll
along Candi Kuning market, where local fruits, vegetables and
flowers are sold. Lunch
at a restaurant in the mountains and see a breathtaking view of the
northern coast. Trek to the waterfall in the forest of Munduk, to
see clove, cocoa and coffee plantations. Arrive late afternoon at
the hotel in Lovina. Dinner at own arrangement
DAY 4: LOVINA
Breakfast at the hotel. Early morning leave for dolphin spotting in
the Java Sea in a motorized outrigger. The waters are well known for
playful dolphins and the chances are good. (Swimming with the
dolphins is not possible).
Optional Sunset Dinner Cruise: Optional Tour: US $50 each (Min 2
people).
DAY 5: BANYUWANGI (JAVA) - MOUNT IJEN
After breakfast, drive to the small fishing harbour of Gilimanuk on
the western tip of Bali. We board the local ferry to cross the
strait of Bali. From the harbour of Ketapang we drive along the
slopes of Mt. Ijen to the mountain resort.
DAY 6: MOUNT IJEN TREKKING
After an early wake-up call and breakfast, a four wheel drive
vehicle carries you through the rural villages, coffee and clove
plantations and then into one of Java’s last rainforests. Humidity,
wildlife, giant ferns and big trees cover the slope of the mountain.
From the Park Ranger’s post, start the 90 minute hike to Ijen
Crater. A stunning view is unveiled at 2883 meters altitude. The
lake’s eerie colour and the smoke wafting from bright yellow sulphur
deposits create a landscape desolate, barren and vibrantly alive.
Watch miners descend into the crater and re-emerge carrying up to 80
kilos of ore in bamboo baskets along the treacherous path. Afterward
walk back down the mountain. Return to hotel for a rest or a plunge
in the pool.
DAY 7: SURABAYA
Breakfast at the hotel Morning is free at leisure. In the afternoon
transfer from Ijen to Surabaya for approximately 7 hours, arrive at
Surabaya for overnight.
DAY 8: PALANGKARAYA
Breakfast at the hotel Early morning, transfer to the Airport for
departure to Palangkaraya Central Kalimantan. Directly from the
airport, Enjoy an evening of traditional dance
Day 9: VILLAGE TOUR
After breakfast, stroll around the village to see the magnificent
‘sandungs’ or bone houses, outstandingly carved and painted, and
learn about the Dayak death rituals. Spend some time with the local
people in their ‘Ladangs’ or rubber orchards, seeing how the rubber
is harvested and transported. Have a short jungle walk.
Day 10: LONGHOUSE
Morning departure to Palangkaraya by car. Check in to hotel for a
swim.
Day 11: PALANGKARAYA
Transfer from your hotel to the Rahai’i Pangun in Palangkaraya
harbor to start your journey. Cruise past the stilted and floating
houses of the provincial capital and continue upriver along the
jungle lined river, passing villages and orangutan islands. In the
early evening, take a canoe through the shimmering black water
lakes. Keep an eye out for proboscis monkeys, hornbills, red langurs
and Brahmini kites. Return to the Rahai’i Pangun for dinner and a
quiet dinner in the midst of the jungle.
Day 12: MARANG
The Rahai’i Pangun moves up the Rungan River, passing the orangutan
release island of Pulau Kaja, to Kanarakan village. Walk through the
village with a local host to see how people live and work in these
isolated communities. Canoe ride in lakes and return to overnight
near the village.
Day 13: TANGKILING
The boat makes its way down stream, again passing the orangutan
island and making its way to Palas Island.
Optional tour
Transfer by canoe to the BOS Orangutan Foundation’s Education Centre
in Nyaru Menteng. Accompanied by experienced technicians, observe
baby orangutans behind glass in the socialization cages and watch a
film of BOS projects in Central Kalimantan. Cost : US$ 25 per person
donation to the BOS Orangutan Rehabilitation Project Transfer by
canoe to Tangkiling Hill to see the village ‘patahu’ at the sacred
Batu Banama rock, and then to climb the hill for a view of the vast,
flat flood plains and catch the sunset. Return to the boat for
dinner and quiet mooring on the river.
Day 14: AIRPORT
Enjoy your final breakfast on board. Depending on flight departure
times, transfer from the boat to the airport, stopping by at the
handicraft market (if time permits). Tour ends.
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