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3 Islands, 3 Peaks | REFERENCE - AZV302

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  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks
  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks
  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks
  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks
  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks
  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks
  • 3 Islands, 3 Peaks

This trip offers to lead you to the top of three majestic volcanoes: Mt. Agung (3142 m), Mt. Rinjani (3726 m), and Mt. Tambora (2857 m).

 

Two of these are renowned worldwide for their memorable eruptions considered amongst the most paroxysmal ones of the last 10,000 years. Each totally different from the another, the landscapes they have shaped over time is so wonderful, giving birth to splendid tropical vegetation, stunning calderas, vast crater lakes...

 

Standing near the summit of these three active volcanoes, one can discover some fantastic volcanic activities and look into all directions and discover lava arms reaching to the sea, Bali, Lombok, Komodo, the Indian Ocean, a brilliant green and blue horizon... Too few trekkers have had the chance to trek up these marvels of nature one after the next. You will not only enjoy this opportunity but also become richer and more knowledgeable from your contact with local people, their traditions and rituals.



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Trajet présenté à titre indicatif: le trajet de votre voyage pourra donc différer légèrement de celui-ci.

 

D/1 – Denpasar – Suraberata
Upon arrival at Denpasar, transfer to Suraberata, on Bali west coast in the vicinity of the Tanah Lot temple, a seaside sanctuary. Overnight at a charming hotel standing in the heart of rice fields and set high up on a cliff.
Transfers = 2 hrs
 
D/2 – Suraberata 
Our morning is devoted to a pleasant hike through surrounding paddy fields. In the afternoon you explore the area by yourself to get better acquainted with your uncommonly delightful environment. As an optional visit, you may discover Tanah Lot, one of Bali’s six most holy temples. It is constructed atop a large rock accessible only at low tide. An exceptional position that has given Tanah Lot its name, ‘temple of the Earth in the Sea.’ You will certainly enjoy watching the tides change and the silhouettes of the temple meru (type of roof) against the brilliant setting sun. Overnight at the same hotel.
Transfer = 1 hr, walking = 3 hrs
 
The six cardinal temples on Bali
 
In the Balinese Hindu worship, the geography of the island is an ordering of the cosmos with its mountains and sea. As a result, the six most significant features of the landscape of each former Balinese kingdom are marked by temples. They are consecrated to: the forest, the mountains, the sea, the earth, the lake and the rice fields. For the same reason, six cardinal temples mirroring the ordering of the cosmos are distributed over the island. Tanah Lot is one of them and consecrated to the sea. Pura Luhur Batukaru is consecrated mainly to the Lord of Mt. Batukaru (Bali second highest summit).
 
D/3 – Suraberata – Luhur Batukaru temple – Munduk
In the early morning, transfer to Luhur Batukaru, hidden in lush vegetation, perched high on the slopes of towering Mt. Batukaru (2,278 m). This beautiful temple used to be the state ancestral temple of the Tabanan court. Each of its shrines represents a different dynastic ancestor and some pavilions are devoted to the Lord of Mt Batukaru and Goddess of lake Tamblingan, together forming an unusual complex of meru and a pool set amidst lush, tropical forest. We skirt round Mt. Batukaru (Bali’s second highest summit) toward Munduk, with its lush natural surrounds and its traditional gardens reminiscent of primeval Balinese culture. It is the cradle of primeval Balinese culture. Dutch settlers coming from the old colonial capital Singaraja, on the north coast, enjoyed spending holidays here. The day ends up with a gorgeous walk discovering the local flora in full bloom around Munduk, a beautifully picturesque region of coffee and clove plantations, nearby forests, waterfalls and some of the most beautiful views of the island. Overnight at a hotel.
Transfers = 2 hrs, Trekking = 3 hrs
 
D/4 – Munduk – Tamblingan and Buyan lakes – Ulun Danau Buddhist temple – Ubud
The Munduk region is the cradle of primeval Balinese culture. Dutch settlers in the old colonial capital of Singaraja, on the north coast, enjoyed spending holidays in this region. We continue trekking to Bedugul, along the volcanic lakes of Tamblingan and Buyan. These lakes were a single body of water until a landslide divided it into two in 1818. We proceed to the placid lake of Bratan, source of life-giving water for the springs, rivers and rice fields below. In delightful scenery and surrounded by spectacular mountains, we make a stop at the marvellous Ulun Danu Bratan Hindu-Buddhist temple. We later on cross the picturesque market of Bedugul,, before setting off again to Ubud. Overnight at a hotel.
Transfers = 2 hrs, Trekking = 5 hrs, A = 500 m, D = 100 m
 
Pura Ulun Danu Bratan
 
This place is enchanting with its huge banyan tree and superb gardens. One of its courtyards is cut off from the main temple. Standing alone on a small island, its projects its shrine of 11 roofs into the water of lake Bratan. This is the temple of the lake goddess who is much revered as a source of fertility. A phallic symbol, in which a spring was discovered, represents the reproductive power of Siwa, the god of fertility.
 
D/5 – Ubud – Tampaksiring – Ubud
Ubud is a small town amidst emerald green rice paddies and steep ravines in the stunning Central Balinese foothills. Ubud is known as the cultural centre of the island. Warm-up trekking through amazing rice fields towards Tampaksiring. There, a family of Balinese artists welcomes us with a typical and delicious lunch in their traditional home. Back to Ubud, you enjoy a free afternoon in Bali’s cultural capital; Overnight at the same hotel.
Transfer = 1 hr, Trekking = 4 hrs
 
D/6 – Ubud – Penelokan – Besakih
Early in the morning, we transfer to the famous Besakih temple via the village of Penelokan, (literally meaning ‘look-out’). From this point, we enjoy a superb view over lake Batur lying in a huge crater (14 km across). This old crater is now half-filled with a huge lake, the largest of Bali, and half-cultivated and covered with lava fields. The blackened cone of Mt. Batur sits in the middle of this stunning panorama. Transfer to the famous temple of Besakih, located 1000 m up Mt. Agung, Bali's highest peak. It is the most important complex on the island, made up of 22 different temples, spread out over seven terraces. Overnight at a local inn (losmen) close to the temple.
Transfers = 3 hrs
 
Eka Desa Rudra
 
Every 10 years and every 100 years, two great purification rites are held in the Besakih temple: the Panca Watikrama and the Eka Dasa Rudra. The latter, greatest of all rituals in Balinese Hinduism, was held twice in the previous century: in 1963 and in 1979. An extraordinary catastrophe occurred during the first. Indeed, right in the midst of the month-long festival, Mt. Agung erupted with a violent destructive force for the first time in living memory. Some interpretations say that the mountain was angry about the ritual’s timing. For this reason, Eka Desa Rudra was held once again in 1979.
 
D/7 – Besakih – Mt Agung – Besakih – Candi Dasa 
At night, we start climbing one of Mt. Agung’s craters, where we enjoy an amazing view at sunrise, looking down from a 2850 m high viewpoint. This view covers the entire South and East of Bali. After our walk down, our vehicle take us to the seaside resort of Candi Dasa, on Bali’s southeastern coast. Diner is accompanied by a Balinese dance exhibition. Overnight at a hotel.
Transfers = 2 hrs, Trekking = 11 to 12 hrs, A = D = 2000 m
 
D/8 – Candi Dasa – Padangbai – Lembar (Lombok Island) – Senaru
This day is devoted to the journey to Lombok (bus/boat). We disembark in Lembar and ride by bus to Senaru, our base camp for climbing the Rinjani volcano. The inshore road is magnificent. You may even enjoy a break on a beach for a swim and watch monkeys playing close by. Overnight at a local inn (losmen).
Transfers = 8 hrs
 
D/9 - Senaru – Lake Segara Anak (at the foot of the Rinjani volcano)
We take a closer look at Mt. Rinjani by going to lake Segara Anak (2,200 m), which lies at the foot of Mt. Rinjani, 900 m below the summit. Segara Anak literally means ‘child of the sea,’ certainly a name to account for its large size. Inside a caldera roughly 8 km by 6 km, the lake itself is 3 km at its widest and is said to reach 250 m in depth. The outcome of our hike is worthwhile. Admiring the bluish-green color of the lake in strong light, we see Gunug Baru sitting in the middle, coughing and emitting puffs of smoke. In 1942, a mini-volcano emerged from a vent under the lake and now overlooks the lake from 145 m above its surface. We feel we are standing at the far edge of the world. We spend the evening with local fishermen watching them at work on their boats. Camping. 
Volcano climbing = 8 hrs, A = 1900 m, D = 300 m
 
D/10 - Lake Segara Anak – Plawangan II
We take a short walk to Plawangan II base camp, on top of a small plateau (2,700 m). We set up our tents and take a well-deserved rest to prepare for our next day’s long journey. Camping.
Volcano Climbing = 3.5 hrs, A = 500 m
 
D/11 - Plawangan II – Rinjani volcano’s summit – Plawangan II – Sembalunlawang – Sapit
At night, we climb up the last part of the Rinjani volcano on stony tracks. From its peak (3,726 m), we have an amazing view over Lombok, Sumbawa and Bali, with Mt. Agung in the distance. We even see the worldwide famous volcano Tambora overshadowing Sumbawa. At this moment, we have accomplished our mission to reach our last peak. We head back to Plawangan II for a well-deserved rest Early in the afternoon, we walk down to Sembalunlawang, on Mt. Rinjani's eastern slope. A transfer by bus takes us to Sapit.
Transfers = 2 hrs, Trekking = 9 hrs, A = 1000 m, D = 2600 m
 
Volcano Rinjani a sacred mountain
 
The top of Rinjani is the highest after that of Irian Jaya (Carstensz Pyramid). The name Rinjani may originate from an old Javanese term for ‘God’ or ‘all great.’ In old times, the Sasak, the former community of Lombok, believed that the most important spirits lived on Rinjani, including the daughter of their Supreme God. The Balinese themselves cross the sea for an annual devotion to the mountain. This spot breathes magic as well as beauty, so it is no wonder that people of Lombok and Balinese consider this volcano as the dwelling place of spirits.
 
D/12 – Sapit – Labuhanlombok – Labuhantano – Sumbawa Besar
In the morning, we transfer to Labuhanlombok and embark on a ferry to Sumbawa Island. Upon arrival in Labuhantano, a series of pile houses along a bay edged with mangroves, we set off again to Sumbawa Besar, capital of the western region of Sumbawa, well known for its famous wooden sultan’s palace of a sultan. Overnight at a hotel.
Transfer = 6 hrs
 
D/13 – Sumbawa Besar – Moyo Island – Calabai
Almost all day long, we walk across the stunning island of Moyo and swim in its attractive waters, where one may find beautiful untouched coral. Hiking through its wonderful forests (two third of the island is a reserve), we enjoy its waterfalls and fishermen’s activities. Moyo also offers birders and wildlife lovers a number of species. At the end of the afternoon, we transfer to Badas Moyo by speedboat or fishermen’s boats, and later to Calabai situated on the northwest part of Tambora’s peninsula. Overnight at a local in (losmen).
 
D/14 – D/16 – Calabai – Mt. Tambora – Calabai
Three days and two nights are required to conquer legendary Mt. Tambora. On the first day, we trek to the third post, the second day to the caldera’s side and then stay overnight along the caldera’s lake. The third day, we experience a very special moment: the best reward we could have ever imagined for our previous two days ascents: a fantastic view over the mountains surrounds (including Mt. Rinjani) while the sun rises. Then, we head down to Calabai to have a well-deserved rest at a local in (losmen).
 
Mt. Tambora
 
Early in the 19th century, its 4,000 m dominated the isle of Sumbawa. A 1815 eruption reduced it down overnight to 2,851 m. The force of the explosion was far stronger than the better-known eruption of Mt. Krakatau. This explosion produced a 150 km3 of ash and pumice. Thousands of lives were claimed by the blast and almost half of the population died of starvation the following year. Two local sultanates were also obliterated: that of Sanggar and that of Pekat. So little explored by trekking specialists and nearly 200 years after its memorable eruption, its stunning beauty is now accessible to you.
 
D/17 – Calabai – Dompu
We transfer to Dompu, located on the border of the Dompu territory. We drive on an inshore road between the flanks of Mt. Tambora and the bay of Saleh. We visit cashew nut plantations and swim in the crystalline waters of the island of Mata Air Hodo. We meet with the people of Dompu. Overnight at a local inn (losmen).
 
D/18 – Dompu – Bima
We transfer by bus to start a pleasant trek through the plateau of Donggo. We have the great opportunity to discover its picturesque landscapes as well as to meeting its local people: the Dou Donggo. These mountain dwellers have kept their traditional way of life, and have only recently first been in touch with outsiders. Their rice fields, villages on piles and traditional clothes have remained the same over centuries. In the afternoon, we go in search of the renowned bay of Bima, crossing through by prahu, local boat. Then, a cidomo takes us to discover this regional capital. Overnight at a hotel.
 
D/19 - Bima – Denpasar – Jimbaran
Most of Bali is volcanic soil covered with tropical vegetation and watered year-round by the various huge mountain lakes. Jimbaran and Bukit Badung compose in contrast a non-volcanic limestone plateau, with a unique ecology. Overnight at hotel near the beach.
 
D/20 – Jimbaran – Next destination
Free day till transfer to airport – Flight to your next destination.
 
 
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Travel in Indonesia
 
Detailed information about your trip
 
Transportation
Land transfers by private buses. Few drivers speak English. Other transfers by ferry.
 
Your Guide 
Our English-speaking guides are highly trained, competent, thoughtful and pleasant Indonesians who are eager to meet your needs. 
 
Accommodations
Because of their exceptional location or beauty, simple inns and guesthouses are sometimes preferred over other accommodations. Most nights however, you will rest in standard local inns or guesthouses. You will also stay in better hotels in main cities.
 
Meals
A wide variety of cuisines are found in Indonesia. Coconut milk and aromatic spices add delicious tastes and delicate flavors to meat, vegetable and fruits. You will enjoy a number of spicy dishes served on steamed or fried rice (“nasi goreng”) and a large variety of fruits (bananas, pineapples, mangoes, papayas, cantaloupes, and watermelons in addition to so exotic fruits you might taste for the first time but will remember forever.) 
 
Tipping
It is customary to tip local guides and drivers. Allow a maximum of USD 40 per trip.
 
“The spirit of our trip”
We are rigorous and strict in the description and organisation of our trips, but adventure treks and eco-tourism are full of surprises. Please consider the unexpected as a bonus to your trekking and hiking experience and as a contribution to the total change of scenery you are looking for! Trust your guide! He will deal with these slight inconveniences, turning them into lasting and striking memories. Similarly, trust your guide with respect to possible itinerary changes. Adjustments might indeed be required due to weather conditions, changes in accommodations, or for safety reasons. You will meet populations with a sensibility regarding time and daily life different than your own. Learn to respect these differences and grow wiser from your contact with local religious and cultural values. This is the best way to totally enjoy your trip!
 
Insurance
The purchase of travel and medical insurance is strongly recommended for all overseas travel. Please confirm with your insurer that your policy meets your needs, in particular regarding search and rescue assistance. Your coverage should be no lower than the equivalent of USD 5,100.
 
Visas and red tape
Ratified by the president of Indonesia on December 17th, 2003, the new visa policy states that tourists who are nationals of the United States of America, Australia, South Africa, Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, the United Arab Emirates, Finland, Hungary, the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Canada, South Korea and Norway are eligible for the visa on-arrival program. However, the validity of tourist visas (for citizens from the above countries and others) has been reduced from 60 to 30 days. Visa fees are around USD 25. Learn more about this new policy by consulting our “News” page. For detailed information, please contact your Indonesian embassy or General Consulate.
 
Health
Immunization is not required on trips to Java and Bali. For other destinations however, immunization is strongly recommended, in particular for  typhoid, hepatitis A and B, tetanus and polio. Indeed, prevention is the best cure for these diseases. Please remember that tap water undergones very little treatment, if any. However, bottled water is widely available, except off beaten tracks, where iodine tablets provide effective sterilization. Finally, Indonesia lies within a malaria zone, although developed and touristic areas are practically risk-free. However, pregnant women and children need professional advice on the various drugs available as well as they posology.
 
Safety
Indonesia is a rather safe country and tourists are welcome. However, display of wealth is not recommended, in particular in crowded areas, including markets and city centres.
 
 
Selecting the appropriate level of difficulty
 
To help you assess the difficulty of our trips, we grade them based on the trekking or walking involved. These grades apply to healthy people,but, more than health itself, trekking is a question of attitude, confidence, stamina and agility.
 
‘Easy’ 
 
  • Description: ’Easy’ trips require a certain level of fitness,  with some walking (2 to 4 hours) on generally well-marked tracks. They include some ascent and descent without major difficulties.
  • Individuals who enjoy going for walks on a regular basis will be delighted on these trips and on short sightseeing tours. If you are new to this, you will soon notice their benefit on your body and soul. 
  • Preparation: A weekly two-hour long walk is recommended! An excellent exercise.
 
‘Moderate’
 
  • Description: Both long and short trips require a longer personal investment than trips graded ‘easy’. You trek half or full days (between 4 and 6 hours). Ascents and descents  are regular in terms of effort (variation in height ranging from 400 m to 700 m, with the exception of  hikes to reach volcanoe summits). 
  • If you enjoy all-morning or full-day hikes, or if you have enjoyed mountain hiking in the past, you will truly love our short or long moderate trips.
  • Preparation: Whatever your profile, you should take long walks (four hours) once a week starting two months prior to departure, and practice another physical activity on a regular basis (swimming, biking…).

 

‘Demanding’
 
  • Description: These trips include  practically full-day walks (six hours, with successive ascents and descents and a variation in height ranging from 700 m to 1000 m). Some trekking on wild unmarked tracks, an exclusivity of Azimuth adventure Travel Ltd.
  • If you enjoy trekking over several days in challenging natural surround or if you practice a sport on a regular basis, you already meet the requirements for this type of trips. If you have enjoyed and have had no difficulty on trips rated ‘moderate,’ you will know what to expect.
  • Preparation: Experienced trekkers and novices need to be in good shape. Two months before departure, start to exercise on a weekly basis: long-distance jogging and swimming and/or biking.
 
‘Strenuous’ 
 
  • Description: These include challenging full-day treks (averaging a minimum of six hours) on sometimes unmarked tracks. Variation in height may reach 1000 m, and even more on the final ascent of volcanoes.
  • If you find long adventurous hikes in the heart of nature exciting and if you enjoy physically testing environments, you will definitely be enthused by these treks. If in the past you have enjoyed hikes graded ‘strenuous’ and have experienced no difficulty, you have an edge on these treks.
  • Preparation: To benefit the most from your trip, exercise rigorously! Two to three months before leaving, start joggin (10 km per week). We also recommend an additional regular exercise, including long-distance swimming (1 km) and biking (40 km).
‘Extreme’ 
 
  • Description and preparation: These are challenging treks, within the sphere of high-level mountaineering expeditions. Solid experience and the steady practice of an intensive physical activity over a very long period of time are an absolute a must..
 
 
Trekking & hiking: What do I bring along?
 
Remember that the right clothes significantly contribute to how much you enjoy hikes. Bring along only essential pieces of clothing or equipment. However, pay particular attention to the boots you choose. Toe injuries are far from pleasant on hikes. Here is a recommended list of what to bring:
 
  • A daypack: Ideally large enough to pack all you need for a day’s walk (rain gear, water bottle, sunglasses, camera, packed food, warm clothes…). You will need at least a 25litres  pack for a full day, but a 30 to 40 -litre pack is preferable. Our experience shows that a larger pack is more comfortable.
  • Trek bag/travel bag, both with padlocks: Our porters and vehicles bring daily your luggage to our overnight accommodations.
  • Headgear: A sun hat and a scarf or bandana will efficiently protect you against dust and an irritant sulphuric atmosphere (they also protect your neck from sunburns).
  • Clothes: Long hiking shorts (for mountain climbing), lightsweat pants, T-shirts, a warm sweater (also in cool weather in mountainous regions), a raincoat.
  • Footwear: Hiking boots  and light shoes to wear indoors (sneakers or sandals).
  • Other useful items include: spare shoe laces, needles and thread, a towel, night clothes, spare clothes, swimming trunk/bathing suit, toilet paper, a lighter, wet wipes and/or antibacterial gel, biodegradable soap/shampoo, lip balm, sunscreen, sunglasses, a water bottle, a small knife, plastic bags (to pack and protect some of your belongings), sleeping bag and a bedsheet. 
  • First aid kit: throat lozenges, medication, insect and mosquito repellent, anti-diarrhoeal treatment (Imodium, Oralite). Your guide will carry along a sterile medical kit including a range of useful drugs. 
  • In a small envelope or a pouch hanging around your neck or hidden under your clothes, carry a photocopy of your identity papers, your insurance contract, and your credit cards