Itinerary
- Day 1
Medan
You'll land in Medan and get briefed on the 9 days ahead, which involves rainforests, wildlife, and time with local communities. That evening you have the run of the city to check out wherever catches your interest.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Karibia Boutique Hotel Medan)
- Day 2
Medan to Bukit Lawang
An early start gets you to Bukit Lawang deep in Sumatra's rainforest. After you settle in and eat, you'll head to the Bat Caves where thousands of bats take flight during their evening activity. Dinner follows at your accommodation, then a night out in town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Bat Caves
- Wildlife observation in Bukit Lawang
Landmarks Bat Caves Bukit Lawang 
- Day 3
Bukit Lawang
You're up early for a rainforest trek where you'll see orangutans, monkeys, tropical birds, and other wildlife. The group eats lunch prepared in the jungle itself. Afterward, you'll switch to tubes and ride the river back to your hotel, which makes for a nice way to end the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Prepared by local guide)
Included Activities
- Rainforest wildlife spotting
- Rubber tubing down the river
Landmarks Bukit Lawang Rainforest - Day 4
Bukit Lawang to Padang
After breakfast, you catch an afternoon flight to Padang City on the coast where green hills surround everything. The afternoon is free, so you can head to the beaches for a swim or just walk around. You'll watch the sunset from there before settling in for rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Padang City - Day 5
Padang to Mentawai Village
A fast boat takes you to Siberut Island and into the Mentawai jungle village for time with locals. You'll stay in huts as part of the host family, sharing meals and playing games together. The sounds of jungle birds lull you to sleep each night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Prepared for the locals), Dinner
Included Activities
- Fast boat to Siberut
- Mentawai village cultural experience
- Farm exploration with host family
- Evening games and storytelling with host family
Landmarks Siberut Mentawai Village - Day 6
Mentawai Village
Your day starts at 06:30 AM inside a traditional Uma house learning about Mentawai culture firsthand. You'll pick up foraging and hunting skills, meet the village Shaman, and learn about indigenous thread crafting and jungle survival. It's the kind of experience that shifts how you see things.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Traditional Uma house experience
- Foraging and hunting skills training
- Shaman cultural experience
- Indigenous thread crafting
- Survival skills training
Landmarks Mentawai Village - Day 7
Mentawai Village to Nagari Sungai Pinang
You head back toward the coast and stop at Nagari Sungai Pinang, a traditional fishing village south of Padang. The morning is relaxed before you travel to the evening arrival. Once settled, dinner and drinks help you shift gears toward your final beach days.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Nagari Sungai Pinang traditional fishing village
Landmarks Nagari Sungai Pinang Padang Harbor - Day 8
Nagari Sungai Pinang
Boats take you out to Turtle Point, Nemo Point, and Snake Island for snorkeling among corals, fish, and turtles. Later you'll work with a turtle conservation project, learning their story before bathing and releasing them back to the ocean. That evening brings dinner, drinks, and live music for your last night together.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Island hopping to Turtle Point, Nemo Point, Snake Island
- Snorkeling with corals, fish, and turtles
- Turtle volunteer project
- Turtle bathing and release
- Beach celebration with live music
Landmarks Turtle Point Nemo Point Snake Island - Day 9
Nagari Sungai Pinang to Bali
You have a relaxed checkout with time to soak in the island one last time before heading to the airport. After landing in Bali, your new team meets you for an orientation talk. The rest of the day is free to rest by the pool, visit the beach, or wander through Canggu before rooftop dinner and drinks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koa D'Surfer Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore Canggu
Landmarks Canggu Denpasar Airport - Day 10
Bali
You'll visit two of Bali's famous temples: Taman Ayun with its gardens and fish, then Tanah Lot perched on a dramatic rock. Watch the sunset from a beach nearby, then head to Canggu for the night where clubs and bars keep things going late.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koa D'Surfer Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Royal Temple of Taman Ayun
- Visit Tanah Lot temple
- Sunset viewing on beach
Optional Activities
- Club hopping in Canggu (Pretty Poison and other venues)
Landmarks Royal Temple of Taman Ayun Tanah Lot Canggu Pretty Poison - Day 11
Bali
After recovering, you grab a board and head to Kuta Beach for a surf lesson with local instructors who'll teach you the basics starting with standing up. Once you're done in the water, you can relax back at the rooftop pool or grab something at the bar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koa D'Surfer Hotel)
Included Activities
- Surf lesson at Kuta Beach
Landmarks Kuta Beach - Day 12
Bali to Ubud
The drive to Ubud takes you past Tegenungan waterfall where you stop to cool off and take photos. After checking in, you have free time to walk around, chat with locals, or try the food. Later you'll head to a live music spot that's known for being one of Bali's best.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Evitel Resort Ubud)
Included Activities
- Visit Tegenungan waterfall
Optional Activities
- Explore Ubud
- Live music venue visit
Landmarks Tegenungan Waterfall Ubud - Day 13
Ubud
Breakfast comes first, then you visit local markets to see what's fresh before joining Wayan for a traditional Indonesian cooking class. You'll make Balinese dishes and flower offerings for the gods, then eat what you cooked. A walk through the sacred Monkey Forest comes next to work off the meal before returning for food and drinks with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Indonesian dishes cooked during class)
- Accommodation
- Resort (Evitel Resort Ubud)
Included Activities
- Local market visit
- Traditional Indonesian cooking class
- Canang Sari flower offering creation
- Sacred Monkey Forest visit
Landmarks Monkey Forest - Day 14
Ubud
You trek through the Tegalalang rice terraces, the famous terraced landscape that surrounds Ubud. Fresh coconut refreshes you, and a swing over the paddies gives those photo moments. Later, you'll learn how important rice is to Balinese life and to the world. Kintamani comes next for lunch with Mount Batur in view, then an evening to shop or relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Evitel Resort Ubud)
Included Activities
- Tegalalang rice terraces trek
- Swing photo over terraces
- Learning about rice economy and culture
Optional Activities
- Visit vibrant markets
- Shop for souvenirs
Landmarks Tegalalang Rice Terraces Mount Batur Kintamani - Day 15
Ubud to Gili Trawangan
A bus and then ferry get you to Gili Trawangan, and you check into tropical accommodation for your final free days. You can kick back in the sparkling water, sunbathe on pristine sand, or dive into the island's nightlife scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Experience Gili T nightlife
- Water activities and beach activities
Landmarks Gili Trawangan - Day 16
Gili Islands
You'll hop between Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air by boat, spending time on the water and exploring snorkel spots. Turtles, coral, and colorful marine life are what you'll see once you get underwater.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Island hopping to Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air
- Snorkeling with turtles, coral, and marine life
Landmarks Gili Trawangan Gili Meno Gili Air - Day 17
Gili Trawangan
Bicycles are the only transport on Gili T, so you cycle around discovering different parts of the island. You'll trek uphill to the best viewpoint and watch one final sunset with your group. After 18 days together, a farewell dinner and celebration honors everything you've done and seen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour of Gili Trawangan
- Trek to island viewpoint
- Sunset viewing with group
- Farewell dinner and celebration party
Landmarks Gili Trawangan - Day 18
Gili Trawangan
Checkout day marks the end of your 18-day journey through Sumatra and Bali. You've made connections that will last, and if the travel bug has bitten, your Travel Ninja can help plan what comes next.
- Meals
- Breakfast
