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2,200 METERS

ABOVE BALI:MOUNT BATUKARU

4 Days / 3 Nights Proposa


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2,200 Meters above Bali: Mount Batukaru4 Days / 3 Nights

Itinerary Outline

Day 1 Mount Batukaru ArrivalDay 2

Mount Batukaru

Day 3 Mount BatukaruDay 4 Mount Batukaru-West Coast


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The Backyard Difference

Stay in a beautiful Ecolodge with itsown organic garden.

Walk deep into the rainforest withyour guide and discover the nature andwildlife of the area.

Take a full-days trek to the summitof Mt. Batukaru.

Cycle from the slopes of theMountain right down to the west coastof Bali.

Day 1: Mount Batukaru ArrivalYour guide will meet you and take you deeponto the slopes of Mount Batukaru.

Your base for this adventure will be thefabulous Sarinbuana Ecolodge, surrounded bytropical plantations. Its handcraftedbungalows are located 750 meters up themountain and give amazing views of its peakand southern Bali.

The lodge has its own organic gardens; andwhen you arrive you will be served lunchprepared with produce from the garden.

Your afternoon is free at leisure. If you wish,you can choose an afternoon class:-Balinese massage-Making Balinese table decorations.-Cooking class-Calligraphy

Dinner at the lodge in the evening.

Overnight at Sarinbuana Ecolodge.

Meals included on this day: Lunch and DinnerDay 2: Mount Batukaru

Rainforest Walk

Today take a three hour trek deep into therainforest with your guide. Pass a host of floraand fauna, including coffee plants, vanilla andtropical fruits. Keep your eyes peeled for thewildlife of the rainforest, which includes crab-eating macaques, porcupines, civet cats andwild deer.

At midday, head back to the lodge for adelicious lunch. The rest of the day is free atleisure.

If you fancy a relaxing massage after yourwalk, one can be arranged.


Meals included on this day: Breakfast, Lunch

and Dinner


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Day 4: Mount Batukaru-WestCoast Departure

Check out from the lodge after breakfast andbegin a cycling journey from the slopes ofthe Mountain right down to the west coast of

Bali.

Passing rice fields and local villages you willcoast down to the flat lands and finally reachthe black sandy beach.

Once at the beach, relax and enjoy a picniclunch.

Afterwards, you will be transferred byprivate car to the airport or to your hotel.

Meal included on this day: Breakfast

Day 3: Day Trek to Mt. Batukaru

Ascend stunning Mt. Batukaru today on afull-day trek.

We will head off after breakfast and makeour way under the shade of the rainforestcanopy towards higher ground. The area isfilled with wildlife which your guide will helpyou to discover.

The ecosystem begins to change as youcontinue upwards. Take a picnic lunch by amountain stream before beginning the finalpart of the ascent. The last hour is a littlesteeper, and you should get through the

forest cover and to the summit aroundmidday.

You will be at 2,200 meters now; fromwhere you can take in magnificent,panoramic views of the entire island.

Afterwards, make your way back down,returning to the lodge in the late afternoon.

Note: this is a fairly demanding trek, and is

not recommended for children under 10years old.


Meals included on this day: Breakfast, Lunchand Dinner



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Clothing & What to Pack: Comfortable, casual

lightweight clothing in natural fabrics such is

suitable for travelling in Indonesia. During thewinter months, bring warmer clothes if travelling

to higher altitudes. Dress modestly and dont wear

shorts or tank tops when visiting religious

buildings, and shoes should be removed before

entering a private home. Wear a sarong and waist

sashes when visiting temples which are provided.


Timezone: GMT +7 Java and Sumatra,

GMT +8 on Bali and Sulawesi

GMT +9 on Maluku and Irian Jaya

Population: 246 Million

Religion: Muslim, Catholicism, Hinduism,Animism and others

Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Credit

cards are widely accepted at tourist places.

Electricity: 220V and 110V and we

recommend bringing a universal plug adaptor.

Climate: Dry from June to September.

Monsoon season from December to March

brings heavy but short downpours. Highland

areas are cooler than the beaches.

Temperatures generally are between 25-30C.

Mobile Phones: 3G and SIM cards are widely

available and an inexpensive way to make

local and international calls. Note high

charges may apply if using roaming services.

Visas: Most visitors to Indonesia need a visato enter the country. Most nationalities can geta visa on arrival at international air andseaports. 2 passport photos are required.

Cuisine: Indonesian food is as diverse as its island

and influenced by its diverse historic trading roots

Try the national dishes Nasi Goreng, Gado-Gado an

Sate, usually served with rice.

Health: Travellers should be inoculated agains

typhoid, cholera, hepatitis A & B, tetanus and polio

Malaria and Dengue Fever are present in Indonesia

and it is advisable to take precautions. It is essentia

to have a good medical insurance that covers the cos

of an evacuation flight.

Tipping: Not expected but always appreciated in

Indonesia, its customary though to tip tour guides

and drivers.

Water: Dont drink tap water and ice cubes shouldnot be consumed in simple street stalls/

restaurants.

Safety: Indonesia is generally a safe country to

visit though never leave your belongings

unattended and beware of touts in tourist areas.

Suggested Reading: Eat, Pray Love byElizabeth Gilbert, Gifts of Unknown Things byLyall Watson, The Real Taste of Indonesia byHardy Books

INDONESIA COUNTRY GUIDE


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Why I Travel:

Theres something magical about travelling. As a NorthSumatra native who grew up in West Java, through livingaway from my home island made me enthusiastic andculturally aware of the Indonesias diversity. Also, among the

countrys many dialects, being able to communicate withpeople from other cultures is such a unique experience.

My Most Amazing Travel Experience:Discovering the incredible marine life and the mystery heldunderwater when diving at night in the East of Bali, to the USLiberty shipwreck.

My Dream Trip:Exploring the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean and heavenon earthfor all divers: the Maldives.

My Insider Tip for Myanmar:Watch a movie at the Beach Cinema in Gili Trawangan,Lombok. The atmosphere is beyond imagination!

My Role as Backyard Travel Sales Manager

verseeing the Backyard Travel Sales Teams in all

estinations, Im on hand to assist you with any suggestions or

ifficulties that may arise.

Why I Travel:

want to connect people which is why I work in tourism.

alling in love with Asias cultures, the food and the people, I

pent 3 years working for a travel company in Cambodia

efore venturing to the BigMango.

My Most Amazing Travel Experience:unrise from 4 Rivers Floating Lodge in Cambodia. The world

as still asleep and the scenery was so peaceful.

My Dream Trip:

jungle expedition to Laos Phongsali province.

Contact Eve: [email protected] Skype: eva.backyard

Contact Sibylle: [email protected] Skype: bille190281

Evanali SihotangIndonesia Tour SpecialistBased in Bali, Indonesia

OUR TRAVEL SPECIALISTS

Sibylle RotzlerBackyard Travel Sales ManagerBased in Bangkok, Thailand

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