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[WreckWench]

LET US KNOW IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON FLYING INTO BALI OR JAKARTA OR A COMBO:

 

BALI   in and out

1.  Brian aka bgdiver1963 in Jan 6 out Jan 22
2.  Teresa aka Mermaid91 Bali on 6 Jan and leaving Bali on 22 Jan at 8:15 PM, Singapore Air

JAKARTA   in and out

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HYBRID OPTION...INTO BALI AND OUT OF JAKARTA

1. Sandra aka DiverSandra in Jan 6 and out Jan 22
2. Tricia aka divps flying into Bali and out of Jakarta  DATES TBD
3. Amy aka Scuba Snacks flying into Bali Jan 7 and out Jakarta Jan 22
4. Christie aka MusicalDiver flying into Bali Jan 7 and out Jakarta Jan 22

WHAT TRAVEL DATES AM I PLANNING?

 

You will lose a day traveling to Bali or Jakarta AND you will lose a day due to the international date line. Coming home you will gain a day traveling even though you have spent more than a day traveling. Some people can even arrive home on the same day that they departed. Kinda cool actually!

 

 

WHO'S PLANNING TO ARRIVE IN/OUT BALI:

1.  Brian in Jan 6 and out Jan 22
2. Teresa aka Mermaid91 Bali on 6 Jan and leaving Bali on 22 Jan at 8:15 PM, Singapore Air

 

 

WHO'S PLANNING TO ARRIVE IN/OUT JAKARTA:

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WHO'S PLANNING TO ARRIVE INTO BALI AND OUT OF JAKARTA:

1. Sandra:  Jan 7 at 16:30 and out of Jakarta Jan 22 at 18:20
2.  Tricia:
3. Amy: Jan 7 at 15:20 and out Jakarta Jan 22 at 14:20
4. Christie aka MusicalDiver flying into Bali Jan 7 and out Jakarta Jan 22
   
    

TOURS I WANT TO DO IN BALI AND WHEN:

 

Thanks to some amazing efforts by our members on our April trip we expanded our touring options greatly and had some truly amazing experiences. See a few ideas below...

 

This the pricing we paid in April 2023 so I will lock in pricing for 2024 once I get an idea of what tours people are interested in and how many days they plan to arrive early.   Then we can narrow down the tour options since there a cost savings on 2, 3 or more people and lock them in. One person can do a private tour but it will be more expensive than the prices posted below. The prices below are for at least 2 people unless otherwise noted.

 

Tanah Lot - Private Full Day Tour - All Inclusive (Trip Advisor) – from $100 per adult (based on group size) ... especially good for being uncrowded... unspoiled ... and off the beaten path.

• Private Car ( Comfortable - Air Conditioning Van ), Fuel & Parking Fees
• English Speaking Driver / Guide / Fotographer
• All Fees and Taxes
• Lunch
• Swimming at Waterfalls - Please Prepare Swim Suits
• Entry/Admission - Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
• Entry/Admission - Handara Iconic Gate
• Entry/Admission - Banyumala Twin Waterfalls
• Entry/Admission - Tabanan
• Entry/Admission - Jatiluwih Green Land
• Entry/Admission - Tanah Lot Temple

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

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Nusa Penida Snorkeling Adventure (Private & All-Inclusive) Trip Advisor from $149 per adult ... mixed reviews on this one... one day of snorkeling great and one day not so much but that was due to waves

• You will have a delicious lunch at an ocean front beach club
• Bottled water
• Private Car for Land Tour in Nusa Penida (only your group
• Shared Snorkeling Boat (only up to 7 people to maximize comfort)
• Private hotel pick-up & drop-off (Only your group)
• All entrance fees
• All Snorkeling Equipment
• Life Jackets
• WiFi on board
• Professional English Speaking Snorkeling Guide
• All Fees and Taxes
• Entry/Admission - Sanur Beach
• Entry/Admission - Wall Bay Point
• Entry/Admission - Gamat Bay
• Entry/Admission - Nusa Penida
• Entry/Admission - Kelingking Beach
• Entry/Admission Crystal Bay

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

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Ubud Tour - Best of Ubud - All Inclusive Trip Advisor from $100 per adult (price varies on group size) ... this tour got great reviews from April trip goers

• All Fees and Taxes
• Lunch
• Bottled water
• Private transportation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Private Driver/Guide
• Ubud Swing Experience
• Balinese House Compound Visit
• Entry/Admission - Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
• Entry/Admission - Tegalalang Rice Terrace
• Entry/Admission - Ubud
• Entry/Admission - Tirta Empul Temple
• Entry/Admission - Tegenungan Waterfall

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

1. Tricia aka diveps
2. Amy aka Scuba Snacks
   
    

Bali Instagram Tour: The Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive) Trip Advisor from $129 per adult (price varies on group size)    ... this tour got great reviews from some who loved all the iconic places and not so great from those who wanted a less popular series of destinations

• Private Transportation: Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off
• Lempuyang Temple Entrance Fee
• Jungle Swing Tickets & Giant Birds Nest Tickets
• Coffee Plantation & Coffee Tasting
• English Speaking Tour Guide
• Lunch
• WiFi on board
• Bottled water
• All Fees and Taxes
• Tukad Cepung Waterfall Entrance Fee
• Tirta Gangga Entrance Fee
• Private transportation
• Air Conditioned & Comfortable Vehicle
• Entry/Admission - Lempuyang Temple
• Entry/Admission - Tirta Gangga
• Entry/Admission - Tukad Cepung Waterfall
• Entry/Admission - Uma Pakel Agro Tourism
• Entry/Admission - Tegalalang Rice Terrace

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

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Uluwatu Sunset Tour - Kecak and Fire Dance - Seafood Dinner in Jimbaran Beach from $65 per adult if 2 or more....this was a great event and we can do it with or without the temple and beach... but for sure the fire dance and dinner

1. Private Tour means there is no other participant only you and your party in the vehicle
2. Air-conditioned vehicle
3. Professional English Speaking Driver
4. All Entrance Ticket and Kecak Dance Ticket
5. Set Menu Seafood Dinner
6. Tax and Services
7. Entry/Admission - Uluwatu Temple
8. Entry/Admission - Kecak and Fire Dance
9. Entry/Admission - Jimbaran Beach

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

1.  Tricia aka diveps
    
    

Elephant Bath Bali + Volcano Kintamani Tour FROM $140 per adult  ...this was a hit and one of the best tours of the April trip

 

• Private Tour means there is no other participant only you and your party in the vehicle
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional English Speaking Driver
• All Entrance Tickets
• Bathing Elephant
• Riding Elephant
• Feeding Elephant
• & Volcano Kintamani Tour ... this includes:
• a stop at Bali spices Garden;
• a stop at Holly Spring Temple of Sebatu Temple
• and stop at Tegalalang rice terraces.

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

1.  Tricia aka diveps
   
    

1/2 to 1 day PRIVATE TOUR Guide option..... 1-3 people:  ANTICIPATED PRICE $40 pp for 3 and $120 if only 1 person or $60 per person if 2 people. ...this got great reviews and was perfect for those having only 1 day or part of a day

• Private Tour means there is no other participant only you and your party in the vehicle
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Professional English Speaking Driver
• All Entrance Tickets to typical attractions
• You get to choose the places to go.. keep in mind BALI is a huge island and can take a very long time to reach certain activities and venues.

 

THOSE INTERESTED:

 

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Edited by Cajun Diver, 16 August 2023 - 09:17 AM.

[WreckWench]

I'm leaning towards going into Bali and out of Jarkata if I can find good flight routings. Otherwise I may stay a day or so in Bali on the back end and then head home... not sure yet. Waiting to hear what others want to do. 

[bgdiver1963]

I am arriving Bali Jan 6 and then departing Jan 22 Bali at 8:50 PM (return staying at airport). and passport sent, and forms updated.

Edited by bgdiver1963, 01 May 2023 - 07:16 AM.

[WreckWench]

I am arriving Bali Jan 6 and then departing Jan 22 Bali at 8:50 PM (return staying at airport). and passport sent, and forms updated.

Thanks Brian... pls send flights if you have them. I need to verify the earliest people can book int'l flights home the 22nd and/or early 23rd for the GROUP TICKETS WE ARE BOOKING FROM BALI/JAKARTA TO SARONG AND BACK.

[dive_sail_etc]

Sent in PM by bgdiver1963 Today, 10:44 AM

Good morning,  Put me on the Bali back to Bali by 14:35.

Brian aka bgdiver1963

[WreckWench]

I am arriving Bali Jan 6 and then departing Jan 22 Bali at 8:50 PM (return staying at airport). and passport sent, and forms updated.

 

 

 

Sent in PM by bgdiver1963 Today, 10:44 AM

Good morning,  Put me on the Bali back to Bali by 14:35.

Brian aka bgdiver1963

 

 

THANK YOU Brian... are you doing any tours?  We've updated the first post with your preferences.

[DiverSandra]

I am flying into Bali, arriving Jan 7 at 16:30 and out of Jakarta Jan 22 at 18:20

[WreckWench]

I am flying into Bali, arriving Jan 7 at 16:30 and out of Jakarta Jan 22 at 18:20

Thank you. Any tours?

[diveps]

I will be flying into Bali and out of Jakarta. 

 

I am interested in the Ubud tour, the Uluwatu Sunset tour and the Elephant Bath.

[Mermaid91]

Hello, I am arriving at Bali on 6 Jan and leaving Bali on 22 Jan at 8:15 PM, Singapore Air.  I am still researching tours.  thank you!

 

Teresa aka Mermaid91

[diveps]

Is anyone interested in spending a few extra days in Bali at the beginning of the trip?

[Scuba Snacks]

What's the rationale for flying out via Jakarta? Is it closer to our endpoint for the boat?

[WreckWench]

Is anyone interested in spending a few extra days in Bali at the beginning of the trip?

USUALLY ALMOST EVERYONE DOES...if you look at the first post you will see nearly everyone is arriving early to rest, be sure to get there with all luggage intact and also to SIGHT SEE!!!

[WreckWench]

I will be flying into Bali and out of Jakarta. 

 

I am interested in the Ubud tour, the Uluwatu Sunset tour and the Elephant Bath.

 

AWESOME!!  We will get you on the lists...

[WreckWench]

What's the rationale for flying out via Jakarta? Is it closer to our endpoint for the boat?

It saves money by not flying back to BALI on the return home. It can offer better flight options since its a commercial city ... operative word 'can'.  And for some ...it offers cheaper options getting home.