Itinerary
- Day 1
Sumatra
You'll arrive in Sumatra and get settled into your accommodation for the night. A welcome dinner is set up so you can meet the other travelers you'll be exploring with over the next 26 days. Grab a drink or two and start getting to know your group before the adventure really kicks off.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Karibia Boutique Hotel Medan)
- Day 2
Bukit Lawang
An early morning heads you into the wilderness toward Bukit Lawang, a remote area in central Sumatra. After dropping off your bags and eating something, you'll check out the Bat Cave for an evening with these nocturnal animals. Later on you'll head out for dinner, search for good beers and sunset views, then experience your first local night out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Bat Cave
- Dinner and local nightlife experience
Landmarks Bat Cave 
- Day 3
Bukit Lawang
Starting early, you're off on a rainforest trek where you'll watch for monkeys, tropical birds, and possibly orangutans. Your guide handles lunch preparations right there in the jungle. Once you've refueled, you'll tube down the river and float right back to your hotel's door, which makes for a thrilling way to finish the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch prepared by local guide in the heart of the jungle)
Included Activities
- Rainforest trek and wildlife spotting
- Jungle lunch prepared by local guide
- River tubing back to hotel
- Day 4
Padang City
Travel day brings a flight to Padang City, a coastal spot with green hills, beaches, and swimming areas. You'll take things slower today to relax and recover after several packed days. The sunsets here paint the sky with colors, and the light spreads across the urban landscape as evening arrives.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Mentawai Village
An early start takes you deep into jungle toward Muntei village for a TruExclusive experience with local people. You'll share a hearty lunch with them, look around their farms, and stay in huts as part of their homestay. That evening you'll play games, have beers, and talk through the memories you've built so far.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Hearty lunch with locals), Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Mentawai/Muntei village
- Traditional homestay experience
- Meet local host family
- Explore local farms
- Visit traditional market
- Learn about sustainable living and agricultural heritage
- Evening games and socializing
Landmarks Mentawai Village - Day 6
Mentawai Village
Waking naturally in the jungle, you'll spend the day in a traditional Uma house connecting with local people. You'll learn foraging and hunting from them, meet the village Shaman, and venture into nature to learn what the indigenous tribe knows about living with the land.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Experience traditional Uma house stay
- Learn foraging and hunting skills
- Meet with village Shaman
- Cultural immersion with indigenous tribe
Landmarks Mentawai Village - Day 7
Nagari Sungai Pinang
Leaving the jungle behind, you're heading toward beach life and more relaxation. After a quiet morning, you'll travel to Padang then on to Nagari Sungai Pinang, a traditional fishing village on Padang's southern coast. You'll arrive late evening, have dinner and drinks, then settle into beach huts with clear waters nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Nagari Sungai Pinang traditional fishing village
Landmarks Nagari Sungai Pinang - Day 8
Nagari Sungai Pinang
Island hopping takes you out with mask and snorkel to swim around vibrant corals, turtles, and colorful fish. You'll check out Turtle Point, Nemo Point, and Snake Island. After a relaxed afternoon on the beach, you'll visit a turtle volunteer project to help release turtles back to sea and learn about conservation. Your final evening has beach dancing, cocktails, and live music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Island hopping and snorkeling
- Visit Turtle Point
- Visit Nemo Point
- Visit Snake Island
- Participate in turtle volunteer project
- Release turtles back into ocean
- Beach dancing and live music evening
Landmarks Turtle Point Nemo Point Snake Island - Day 9
Bali - Canggu
You're flying to Bali and landing in Canggu where the afternoon is yours to explore. Grab an acai bowl, hit up Finn's Beach Bar for a cocktail, or relax poolside. Canggu has plenty to offer. Later you'll freshen up and head to a welcome dinner to meet the rest of your group joining you here in Bali.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koa D'Surfer Hotel)
Landmarks Finn's Beach Bar - Day 10
Canggu
Your first full Bali day focuses on temples. You'll see Taman Ayun with its gardens and then Tanah Lot, the famous temple that sits in the sea. In the evening, grab a cocktail or Bintang and watch the sunset. After freshening up, you'll head out dancing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koa D'Surfer Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Taman Ayun temple
- Visit Tanah Lot temple
Landmarks Taman Ayun Tanah Lot - Day 11
Kuta Beach
Starting early, you're out on Kuta Beach for a surfing lesson that works for both beginners and experienced surfers. You'll spend time standing up and riding waves. The afternoon is relaxed with time to chill and hold a coconut. After dinner at a good spot, you'll head out for drinks and see where the night leads.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koa D'Surfer Hotel)
Included Activities
- Surfing lesson on Kuta Beach
Landmarks Kuta Beach - Day 12
Ubud
You're heading to Ubud, Bali's vibrant jungle town. You'll visit waterfalls, splash around, and cool off before checking into your hotel where you'll stay for three nights. Later you'll swim in the pool, shower, and head out for live music in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Evitel Resort Ubud)
Included Activities
- Visit waterfalls in Ubud
- Day 13
Ubud
Early morning takes you through Ubud's bustling food market with a local family and friend of the crew. You'll learn to cook traditional dishes and find out about Balinese ingredients and Canang Sari, the local offerings made for gods. The afternoon brings you to Ubud's sacred monkey forest where hundreds of monkeys protect ancient temples. Keep your things close, these monkeys love jumping into photos.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Resort (Evitel Resort Ubud)
Included Activities
- Ubud food market tour
- Balinese cooking class
- Visit Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest
Landmarks Ubud Food Market Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest - Day 14
Ubud
Your final Ubud day centers on local markets and the Instagram-famous Tegalalang rice terraces up north. You'll learn how these formations matter to everyday local life. Then you head to Kintamani for lunch with Mt Batur, one of Bali's active volcanoes, in the view. The afternoon has you wandering local markets before one last big night out in Ubud.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Resort (Evitel Resort Ubud)
Included Activities
- Visit Tegalalang rice terraces
- Lunch overlooking Mt Batur in Kintamani
- Explore local market
Landmarks Tegalalang Rice Terraces Mount Batur Kintamani - Day 15
Gili Trawangan
After a week of exploring culture, it's time for beaches. You'll take a bus and ferry to Gili Trawangan and check into your tropical spot on the island. You'll spend your remaining free days here kicking back, paddling in clear waters, or sunbathing on sandy beaches. The island has an active nightlife when you're ready for it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Gili Trawangan - Day 16
Gili Trawangan
Island hopping takes you around local islands including Gili Meno, which has some of the best snorkel spots around. You'll put on your gear to see turtles, coral, and marine life. Feel the sea breeze, lay in the sun, and soak up the island feeling.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Island hopping between Gili Trawangan and Gili Meno
- Snorkeling with turtles and marine life
Landmarks Gili Trawangan Gili Meno - Day 17
Gili Trawangan
After breakfast to help with hangovers, coconut water, and iced coffee, you'll explore the island by bike. You'll feel the wind and fresh sea air, visit the famous Gili T swings, grab a smoothie, or find hidden gems and quiet beaches. A beer stop lets you watch the golden sunset. It's a perfect way to end your time in Bali.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bike exploration of Gili Trawangan
- Visit Gili T swings
- Explore hidden beaches and gems
Landmarks Gili T Swings - Day 18
Lombok - Kuta Lombok
Leaving the Gili Islands, you're now heading to Lombok, Bali's sister island. You'll drive south to Kuta Lombok. The afternoon is open so you can check into the hotel and relax by the pool or get around town. Either way, you're in for something good. From here, the trip takes a more adventurous turn into less traveled parts of Indonesia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Kuta Lombok - Day 19
Sasak Village
You'll learn about Lombok's customs and culture at Sasak Village. You'll see local village life, meet people there, and try traditional weaving that's been passed down for generations. That afternoon you head to scenic waterfalls reached only by jungle trek. You'll walk through lush green jungle with great views and calm surroundings before jumping into the falls to cool off.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Sasak Village
- Learn traditional weaving
- Jungle trek to scenic waterfalls
- Swim in waterfalls
Landmarks Sasak Village - Day 20
Lombok
For beach lovers, this is the day. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a towel. You'll see some of Lombok's best beaches that skip the crowds, staying secluded, quiet, and clean. You'll visit a couple of spots along the southern coast, grab a beer, and relax. Beachside lunch comes from a local restaurant, and the afternoon is yours to spend however you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit multiple beaches on southern coastline
- Beachside lunch from local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Surfing at beaches
- Day 21
Sumbawa Island
You're heading off to Sumbawa Island, a far less developed and remote area of Indonesia than what you've seen so far. It's genuinely a special place. You'll relax and embrace the island lifestyle with a calm afternoon on the beach. The pool is there if you have extra energy. Dinner and drinks with the crew happen in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Sumbawa Island - Day 22
Moyo Island
Today's a TruExclusive you won't find elsewhere. You're going to the uninhabited island of Moyo where locals show you hidden parts of the island and one of Indonesia's most striking waterfalls, Moyo's Falls. A potential high point of your whole trip, it's worth a swim or hair flip in the water. Lunch happens on the beach before you head back to the boat for a sunset sail.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit uninhabited Moyo Island
- Explore jungle hidden gems
- Visit Moyo's Falls waterfall
- Swim in Moyo's Falls
- Lunch on the beach
- Sunset sail
Landmarks Moyo Island Moyo's Falls - Day 23
Komodo Area - Satonda Island
You're boarding your own liveaboard boat, a TruExclusive converted traditional wooden boat. Your first stop is Satonda Island where you'll grab snorkel gear and jump into clear water. The day finishes with a local meal on deck as the sun goes down. You'll fall asleep under stars as the boat sails through the night with minimal light pollution.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious local meal sitting on the deck as the sun sets)
Included Activities
- Board liveaboard boat
- Visit Satonda Island
- Snorkeling at Satonda Island
- Dinner on deck
Landmarks Satonda Island - Day 24
Pink Beach
Waking to mountains and clear water, you're in Komodo National Park. You'll snorkel near Manta Rays, harmless creatures that live wild here. You'll see Pink Beach with its unusual pink sand and trek to Indonesia's most well-known viewpoint. Your last boat evening has dinner cooked on board, and you can sleep on the upper deck under stars if you want.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Cooked on board)
Included Activities
- Snorkel with Manta Rays in Komodo National Park
- Visit Pink Beach
- Trek to Indonesia's renowned viewpoint
- Dinner cooked on board
Optional Activities
- Sleep on upper deck under the stars
Landmarks Komodo National Park Pink Beach - Day 25
Komodo National Park
Your last full day takes you into the Jurassic World of Komodos. These dragons exist on only 5 islands worldwide. You'll meet local guides before heading out to find these prehistoric creatures. The educational tour teaches you about their life here in Indonesia. Your last night together includes a farewell dinner and mojitos or Bintang.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided Komodo dragon tour
- Educational tour of Komodo dragons
- Farewell dinner
Landmarks Komodo National Park - Day 26
Komodo National Park
It's time to say goodbye after 26 wild days and memories that will last. Your Travel Ninja is available for any needs or advice for what comes next in your journey. Until next time, you bunch of legends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
