Are you looking to travel to Indonesia and wondering how you will fit all the bucket-list destinations into a 30-day itinerary? Well, you’re not alone. From the beautiful beaches of the Gili Islands to learning to surf on Lombok to hiking Mt Ijen in Java, there are many great things to do in Indonesia. For …
How to Spend 21 Jam-Packed Days Backpacking in Indonesia
Twenty-one days is an ideal amount of time if you really seriously want to cover some ground backpacking Bali and the surrounding islands. In this timeframe, you have enough time to travel to and enjoy Canggu, Ubud, Sidemen, Amed, Gili T, Nusa Penida and Uluwatu. This will be a perfect mix of nightlife, cultural sights, …
Your Complete 30-Day Bali Backpacking Itinerary
If you’re heading to South East Asia, chances are Bali is pretty high on your bucket list. From snorkelling with turtles to stunning temple sunsets, there is so much you can do in Indonesia. Bali does get a pretty bad rep. However, often it’s from people who spend most of their time in areas polluted …
14-Day Bali Islands Backpacking Itinerary
Fourteen days is a great amount of time to experience some of the best places Bali and the islands have to offer. You won’t be able to see everything in Bali and the islands, nor would you want to in that time frame, as you would burn yourself out. However, in fourteen days, you can …
How To Spend 7 Perfect Days Backpacking Bali
If you’ve only got seven days to backpack Bali, I recommend focusing on two main destinations (Canggu and Ubud) rather than trying to squeeze in too many places. Canggu and Ubud will give you a good mix of nightlife, beaches, rice terraces, cultural sights, jungle and surfing. Be warned; this is a jam-packed seven-day itinerary …
Indonesian Phrases to Learn For Your Upcoming Trip
Indonesia is an archipelago with diverse cultures, customs and languages. While there are over 300 languages spoken as a mother tongue in different parts of Indonesia, Bahasa Indonesia is the official language. Even if you head far off the beaten track, Bahasa Indonesian is widely spoken as a first, second or third language by the …
Waterfalls, Ricefields, Traditional Markets: Complete Guide to Backpacking Ubud
Ubud is one of the most popular destinations on the Island of Bali, and for good reason! Yoga retreats, stunning waterfalls, traditional markets, picturesque ricefields, jungle fish day bar, extreme sports and foodie culture- Ubud really does have something for everyone. That being said, it gets incredibly busy, so you may have to book activities …
Complete Backpackers Guide of Things To Do in Nusa Lembongan
While everyone knows about Nusa Penida and the Insta-famous T-rex Beach, not as many travellers have heard of or visited the nearby Nusa Lembongan. Even fewer travellers know about the third island (connected by footbridge to Nusa Lembongan), Nusa Ceningan. Nusa Lembongan is a chilled-out little beach haven that is well worth the visit, even …
The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Nusa Penida
No trip to Bali is complete without visiting Nusa Penida for the stunning viewpoints, such as the T-rex rock formation. If you have more than seven days in Bali, then Nusa Penida is a must-visit spot. Nusa Penida is the largest of 3 islands located east of Uluwatu- the other two being Nusa Lembongan and …
Backpacking Sidemen in Bali: Everything You Need to Know
Sidemen is one of Bali’s most underrated places and my favourite backpacking destination! Sidemen (pronounced Sid-er-men) is a relatively untouched village between Ubud and Amed. With stunning Mt Agung views, rice terraces and friendly locals- I can not recommend stopping in Sidemen for a night or two enough. One of the best things about Sidemen …