Best of Java & Sumatra Adventure Tour

Embark on a three week adventure through Sumatra and Java, where wildlife, culture, and jaw-dropping landscapes collide. Trek through the lush jungles of Gunung Leuser National Park in search of elusive Sumatran orangutans, wander through villages steeped in tradition, and marvel at intricate local architecture. Then, dive into Java's rich culture and cuisine with your CEO, witnessing the sunrise over the otherworldly slopes of Mount Bromo and exploring the ancient grandeur of Borobudur. Walk on the wild side as you traverse the volcanic terrain of the Dieng Plateau before kicking back with plenty of time to soak in Indonesia's laid-back charm. Three weeks of epic exploration that will leave you both exhilarated and refreshed.

Packing List  

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

A Couple of Rules  

Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for our travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The exploitation of people in the sex trade is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our CEOs have the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or if they utilize the services of paid sex workers, in any capacity.

Max Pax  

16

International Flights  

Check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.

Travel Insurance  

Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.

Minimum Age  

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Group Leader  

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Optional Activities  

Bandung
- Kawah Putih
- Tangkuban Prahu Volcano

Yogyakarta
- Yogyakarta Becak Tour & Taman Sari
- Jomblang Cave Tour
- Village Tour by Colonial Style Bike

Rooming and "My Own Room" Exceptions  

Nights 18 and 19

Accommodation  

Hotels (18nts), Local homestay with shared bathroom (2 nights)

Itinerary Disclaimer  

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Transport  

Private vehicle, flight, walking, biking, jeep.

Group Leader Description  

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.

We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.

About Accommodation  

Hotel (18 nts), Local Homestay with shared bathroom (2nts)

Group Size Notes  

Max 16, avg 12

Meals Included  

19 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners

Joining Instructions  

For details of your joining hotel please refer to your tour voucher, G Account, the G Adventures App or contact your travel agent.

If you would like to book an airport Arrival transfer for your tour, please contact our Sales Team or your Travel Agent in advance of travel.

If you have paid in advance for an arrival transfer, a G Adventures representative will be at the airport to meet you. If for any reason you are not met at the airport, please call our local support line. If you are unable to make contact for whatever reason, please make your way to the joining point hotel via taxi.

Please note that day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned on this day.

Upon arrival to your Joining Hotel (note that check-in time will be in the afternoon), look for a note or bulletin board in the reception with a note from your CEO. This note will give the details of your Welcome Meeting on day 1 (usually between 5pm and 7pm), where you will get a chance to meet your CEO and other travellers, as well as learn more about how the tour will run. If you don't see a note, please ask reception for details!

If you are arriving later and will miss the Welcome Meeting, your CEO will leave a note at reception for you with any information you may need, and with morning instructions for the next day.

Highlights  

Orangutan Trekking in Gunung Leuser National Park, Visit Lake Toba the world's largest volcanic lake, Explore Samosir Island, Enjoy a guided tour of local indigenous Batak Village, Adventure through Sumatra's biggest city Medan, Explore lesser visited temples, Visit Kota Tua Old Town, Fill up on a traditional Sundanese lunch, Visit the beautiful Dieng Plateau on a full day tour, Explore Western Java and have free time in Jakarta, Adventure through Central Java, Experience local life on a biking tour through Wanjurejo and Borobudur Villages, Support a community tourism enterprise in Candijero village, Overnight in a G Adventures supported community homestay, Take a thrilling jeep ride through Mount Bromo during sunrise

What's Included  

Your G for Good Moment: Ngadas Homestay, Desa Ngadas
Your G for Good Moment: Village Walk, Desa Ngadas
Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Ngadas Village, Desa Ngadas
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Padang Lunch, Medan
Your Wellness Moment: Sibayak Hot Spring, Berastagi
Your Foodie Moment: Sabang Street Dinner, Jakarta
Your Foodie Moment: Sundanese Lunch, Bandung
Your Hands-On Moment: Traditional Batik Making, Solo. Visit to Grand mosque of Medan. Visit Vihara Gunung Timur. Trekking and wildlife spotting in Gunung Leuser National Park. Batak Cooking Class. Guided Batak Village exploration. View Sipiso Piso waterfall. Samosir Island Exploration. Visit to Istiqlal Mosque. See Jakarta Cathedral. Explore Kota Tua Old Town Jakarta. Visit Sunda Kelapa Harbor. Traditional Sundanese family-style lunch. Explore Badung Geologial Museum. Walking tour of Semarang Kota Lama. Tour Sam Poo Kong Temple and Gedong Songo Temple. Full day exploration of the volcanic Dieng Plateau area. Candirejo Village Visit. Setumbu Hill Sunrise Hike. Wanurejo & Borobudur Village Biking Tour. Mangkunegaran Palace Visit. Triwindhu Market. Jodipan Colorful Village Visit. Mount Bromo Jeep Excursion. Ngadas Village Walk. Lunch at Ngadas Village. Free time in Yogyakarta & Ngadas. Transport to/from included activities. Internal airfare.

Finishing Point Instructions  

Your tours ends on arrival at the Surabaya Airport. Please book onward travel after 3pm.

Dossier Disclaimer  

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.