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Wild Sumatra to Gili Bliss: The Ultimate Adventure

22 Days Medan to Gili Trawangan
Wild Sumatra to Gili Bliss: The Ultimate Adventure
Wild Sumatra to Gili Bliss: The Ultimate Adventure
Wild Sumatra to Gili Bliss: The Ultimate Adventure

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 22 Day Wild Sumatra to Gili Bliss: The Ultimate Adventure. Ready to island-hop your way through Indonesia’s wild side? Kick things off in Sumatra with jungle treks and orangutan encounters, then jet to Bali for a taste of beach life and volcanic peaks. On Lombok, trade tourist crowds for village vibes — think rice terrace walks, weaving workshops, and local feasts. Wrap it all up with turquoise waters and snorkel sessions around the Gili Islands. It’s the ultimate Indo mashup of nature, culture, and chill.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

22 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Medan

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Gili Trawangan

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Trip Style

18-to-Thirtysomethings

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

18-39 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

18

Pace
Pace

Moderate

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

AEMD

Itinerary

Welcome to Indonesia, and the Island of Sumatra! Arrive at anytime and meet your group and CEO in the evening for a welcome meeting. Then head out for your first night out alongside the crew! Maybe grab a beer or a fresh local juice at a bar in town to start getting to know Indo and your group better! Stay: Swiss Belhotel Medan

Nothin' like a city tour to get to know the lay of the land. Walk and cruise on a becak, an Indonesian cycle rickshaw, through Medan today, visit the must-see spots like the Al-Mashun Great Mosque and Maimun Palace. Marvel at an ancient Chinese temple, explore the jewel of Medan, wander through the bustling local market, a fish market-turned fabric shop and chow down on a delicious family-style Padang lunch together. After the tour, the rest of the day is yours to explore the wonderful city of Medan. Stay: Swiss Belhotel Medan (B/L)

Drive west after breakfast to Bukit Lawang, a village tucked away in the jungle. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventurers. We'll arrive in the afternoon. Check in to the hotel, then chill out or get out and explore! Enjoy that free time! Local cooking class, anyone? Stay: Rindu Alam Hotel (B)

You will be hiking with your belongings on your back, so make sure to bring a small backpack to carry the few things you'll need for this 2 day/1 night jungle trek. Your main luggage will be left safely in Bukit Lawang. (B/L/D)

Your tropical jungle adventure continues today, starting with a camp breakfast. Taking a different path, we'll hike through more of Gunung Leuser National Park, keeping an eye out for more endangered animals and admiring the insanely awesome jungle surroundings. We’re hoping for more interactions with orangutans especially today! At our destination, we'll have a riverside lunch then hop into an inner tube and raft down the river, returning to Bukit Lawang on a traditional raft. How cool is that? Enjoy free time to chill or visit the Bat Cave. Then get ready! ‘Cause we’re going out! Tonight is your Big Night Out alongside the crew. We’ll hit up a jungly bar and have ourselves a night! Stay: Rindu Alam Hotel (B/L)

We said it before and we'll say it again, Bukit Lawang is an adventurers paradise! So today is yours to live that! Choose to explore the town on your own terms or head out on an epic full day white water rafting adventure or cycle through the jungly bamboo homes and rural magic of Bukit Lawang. Get out there! Stay: Rindu Alam Hotel (B)

Leave Bukit Lawang today as you head back to Medan. On the way, we have the opportunity to spend the day at Kampung Lama, a special village where Malay, Javanese and Bataknese communities live peacefully together. While enjoying a local snack and drink, learn about the history and uniqueness of the village. Then get hands on making traditional crafts made of coconut leaves and learning local games. Next up, enjoy a delicious lunch and some time on the farm. After an amazing day with the villagers, return to Medan for the night. Stay: Anara Sky Kualanamu (Medan Airport) (B/L)

Fly from Sumatra to Bali, from one Indonesian Island to another! Then drive to Canggu for a free evening in this wild town! Stay: Roomates Hostel Canggu (B)

You came to an island known around the world for having epic surf, so whether you shred or have never seen a board, today is for you! Join a surf lesson for all levels, getting your footing on land before hitting the water to practice with the instructors. After the lesson, the day is yours! Rent a board to keep practicing, relax on the beach or grab a beer at a cute warung, local Indonesian restaurant. Stay: Roomates Hostel Canggu (B)

Take a break from Bali's wild side and head north to Bulian. Here we can connect will locals, slow down and enjoy Bali's famed rice terraces. On the way up, we'll stop at the breathtaking Ulundanu Temple, sitting on the edge of Lake Beratan. Continue to Bulian where we'll be welcomed with a drink and lunch. Fuel up for a trek alongside waterfalls, through rice fields and in the local village to connect with the natural and cultural side of Bali. Learn to make Balinese offerings then head to the nearby temple and join a local priest for the ceremony. Stay: Bulian Homestay (B/L)

Enjoy all that the beautiful village of Bulian has to offer today on a free day to choose your own adventure. Choose to trek through Lemukih Village to see a durian plantation, beautiful rice terraces, coffee fields and waterfalls! You'll even have the chance to slide down a natural waterslide! Or choose to head out on a bike tour through Bulian to get acquainted with Northern Bali. Stay: Bulian Homestay (B)

A free morning gives you the chance to explore the rest of Bulian on your terms. Choose to just chill, or join a local cooking class or sunrise fishing trip. Then jump in the van and drive to Kintamani, the town nestled at the base of Mt Batur to arrive to our campsite for the night. Did we mention this campsite has a hot spring pool? Soak in the hot springs then join us 'round the campfire for a cozy night of camping! Stay: D'Stone Glamping Ground (B/D)

Rise and shine as we are getting after it today! Waking well before the sun, we'll start our 2 hour trek to reach the Mt Batur summit in time to enjoy an absolutely stunning sunrise. And what's a picturesque sunrise without a lil picnic breakfast, amirite? With the sun finally up, we'll hike back down for a proper breakfast and a well-deserved hot spring soak. Then it's goodbye Kintamani and hello Ubud! On the way, we'll stop at G Adventures-supported PKP Community to meet with the women leaders, visit the garden and enjoy a local lunch. Then, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Ubud. But in the evening, put your party hat on because we're going out! Join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out in Ubud. Stay: Pande Permai Bungalow (B/L)

There is always something to discover in the great town of Ubud. Today is yours to explore however you’d like. Stay: Pande Permai Bungalow (B)

With seemingly never-ending things to do in Ubud, choose to spend it how you want! Choose between incredible local experiences like a Balinese Spiritual tour at Widya Guna Foundation, a cooking class at G for Good PKP Community, a bike tour through the rice terraces or an experience with a local family! The choice is yours! Stay: Pande Permai Bungalow (B)

Drive to the harbour and take a speed boat to the island of Lombok. Drive to Tempasan village and meet the villagers for a group dinner. Stay: Aranka Tempasan Lodge (B/D)

If you choose to join the optional 2-day 1-night Rinjani summit trek, will have the chance to join the Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration after your return on day 3. Stay: Aranka Tempasan Lodge (B/L)

From land to sea, Lombok has a never-ending list of sick adventures for us! Today is yours so do what you want. Yoga? A snorkel trip? Monkeys and waterfalls? A cooking class? Options on options! So get out there how you want! Stay: Aranka Tempasan Lodge (B)

Drive to Bonjeruk Village this morning for an opportunity to connect with the local villagers. Here we will work up our appetite for a yummy Lombok lunch from a cycle tour around the village. Afterwards, continue on to Senggigi for a free afternoon at the beach. Stay: Puri Saron Hotel Senggigi Beach (B/L)

As there are no motorized vehicles on Gili Trawangan, you will need to carry your luggage from the speed boat to the hotel, approximately 300m. Stay: FRii Resort Gili Trawangan (B)

There are 2 types of beach people. The rotters-who want to lay in the sun all day, and the adventurers! Today, you get to pick your own player and spend today exactly how you want! Feel free to pick your fav beach and just chill, get your tan on and take a dip in the perfect blue water. Looking for something more to do? How does stand up paddle board yoga sound? Maybe a leisurely bike ride around the island? However you choose to spend it, Gili T is yours to see. Stay: FRii Resort Gili Trawangan (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Trek through Sumatra’s rainforest and camp in the wild after spotting orangutans.
  • Walk lush rice terraces and meet local farmers in Tempasan Village.
  • Learn traditional weaving techniques in Pringgasela and share a meal with locals.
  • Snorkel around three tropical islands in Gili T’s crystal-clear waters.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Kampung Lama Village Experience, Kampung Lama
  • Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Village Tour, Bulian
  • Your G for Good Moment: Bulian Guesthouse Experience, Bulian
  • Your G for Good Moment: Pusat Kegiatan Perempuan (PKP) Community Visit, Banjar Selasih
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Foodie Moment: Padang Lunch, Medan
  • Your Wellness Moment: Local Hot Spring Pool, Kintamani
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: in Ubud, Ubud
  • Your Discover Moment: Ubud
  • Your Local Living Moment: Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration, Tempasan
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: in Gili Trawangan, Gili Trawangan
  • Guided Medan city tour with Becak
  • Epic jungle trek in search for orangutan
  • Camping inside Gunung Leuser National Park
  • River tubing
  • Kampung Lama cultural immersion experience
  • 2-hour surf lesson in Canggu
  • Ulun Danu Temple
  • Bulian Village Tour with local guide
  • Camping in Kintamani
  • Mt Batur sunrise hike + hot spring soaks
  • Tempasan village walks through rice terraces and pineapple plantations with farmer interactions
  • Textile workshops in Pringgasela’s weaving village
  • Traditional lunch with locals in Lombok
  • 3-island snorkeling in Gili Trawangan
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotel (12 Nights) Camping Tent (2 Nights), Hostel (2 Nights, multi-share), Homestay (5 Nights)
  • A variety of styles of hotels/guest houses are used on this trip. In many instances they might not be like what you are accustomed to as service and efficiency can vary. In some areas we stay in simple local guest houses in stunning locations. That said, rooms are generally small and simple yet clean. There may only be shared toilet facilities and showers.
  • Accommodation will be varied throughout your adventure. Some nights on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing a room. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities.
  • Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout

  • 21 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 3 dinners

  • Becak, Walking, Private Vehicle, Tubbing, Bicycle, Shared Vehicle, Speed Boat, Plane

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Trip Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Built for young travellers ready to break free from the everyday grind, these trips bring together a safe and supportive group of like-minded people in their twenties and early thirties.

Connect on the First Night Out, explore with a Chief Experience Officer (CEO), enjoy free time, and celebrate unforgettable moments with new friends - without breaking the bank. Travel confidently, respectfully, and affordably.

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Dates & Pricing USD USD

Friday 24 Apr 2026 24 Apr 26 Medan
Friday 15 May 2026 15 May 26 Gili Trawangan
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