Bali & Sulawesi Cycling Adventure

Experience an unforgettable adventure with our 10-day cycling tour in Bali and South Sulawesi. Enjoy 6 days of supported cycling while exploring so many cultural and historical highlights. You'll also have the opportunity to hike up Mount Batur and stay in great locations.

Spend 5 days on each island and discover the best of Indonesia. This tour is perfect for those seeking an unforgettable experience.

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Itinerary

Day 1 | Tabanan | Arrival Day

Upon arrival at the airport, our team will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on it. The drive to Tabanan takes about an hour. There are no scheduled activities during the day, allowing you to unwind and recover from your trip. In the evening, we will take you out for a local meal where you can meet your fellow travelers and the rest of the team. (D)

Day 2 | Canggu | cycle 45km

Get excited because we're going to hit the trails today! We won't need to worry about packing up as we'll be riding all the way back to our charming accommodation in Tabanan. We'll start early with a transfer to Mount Batu Karu (2276m), an area of Bali that's not often explored by Western tourists but is truly breathtaking. You have the option to ride 30km or challenge yourself with the full 45km ride. Either way, you'll have an unforgettable experience. After our ride, we'll visit the famous Tanah Lot Temple, one of Bali's most beautiful temples, built on a rock in the ocean. During high tide, the sea surrounds the temple, making for a stunning view. This means you'll get to see two world heritage sites in one day: the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces and Tanah Lot Temple. What more could you ask for on your first day of biking? (B L)

Day 3 | Ride from Mount Batur down to Ubud | 35km

Today's ride will be spectacular! We'll be starting bright and early at 8:00 AM, departing from our hotel and making our way to the heart of the island to witness the breathtaking volcanoes. Our first stop will be at the most incredible viewpoint, where we'll get a chance to catch a glimpse of Mount Batur. We'll take a little coffee break there before we hit the trails. Our journey will take us through a network of local paths, passing by fruit farms and local villages, and then through the iconic rice paddy fields until we finally reach Ubud. We'll arrive in Ubud at 3:30 PM, giving us plenty of time to unwind by the hotel's pool or explore the town. (B, L)

Day 4 | Hike to the summit of Mount Batur

Join us as we embark on an adventurous journey to conquer the Volcano of Mount Batur and witness the breathtaking sunrise. Our trekking guide will collect you from your hotel in Ubud at 2 am. We will commence hiking at 3 am and summit around 6 am. The descent will be on a different trail, and after the hiking excursion, we will take a dip in the local hot springs. We will then transfer back to our accommodation in Sanur located on the beach, where you can relax and prepare for the Sulawesi part of the tour. (B, L)

Day 5 | Arrival Makassar and Bulusaraung trip

A convenient domestic flight from Bali to Sulawesi followed by a short drive to the starting point of your bike excursion in Makassar is a great way to begin your adventure. The starting point is situated in a charming village where you can observe fruit bats sleeping in the trees. You will be cycling through an awe-inspiring landscape dominated by karst hills and will make a brief stop at some caves (Leang-Leang site) with prehistorical drawings that are believed to be the oldest in the world. During the bike trip, there might be a part where you have to walk due to the steep and poor condition of the road. However, the locals are always willing to offer a helping hand. After the more challenging section of the trip, you will ride downhill through breathtaking landscapes before arriving at a local family's home for a delicious lunch. You will have an hour and a half more of cycling before reaching today's endpoint. A car and driver will then pick you up and take you to Makassar, where you will arrive in the early evening. (B, L)

Day 6 | Biking Barombong & Kampili, transfer to Malino.

If you're interested in experiencing local culture and ways of life, we offer trips to nearby villages in the Barombong and Kampili areas, which are only a 45-minute car ride from Makassar. You'll explore the countryside on mountain bikes and interact with friendly locals along the way. During the trip, you'll stop at a local house for coffee and tea, and enjoy a traditional Buginese lunch at another. You'll have plenty of opportunities to stop at home industries and chat with locals as you travel by bike. The 50-kilometer bike route will take you through different villages, rice fields, and winding paths lined with banana and lontara palm trees. You'll even cross a river on a small ferry. The trip ends near the Bili Bili dam, where a car will take you to Malino, a beautifully fertile area with some of Sulawesi's most stunning rice fields. You'll sleep comfortably in a bungalow amidst the rice fields, and breakfast will be provided. For dinner, we'll take you to a local restaurant in town (about 4 km away) using our car and driver. (B L D)

Day 7 | Cycling Malino

Experience the stunning beauty of Malino on a bicycle tour that takes you through rice paddies and verdant green areas. Along the way, you'll encounter a variety of fruit and vegetable fields, as well as numerous herbs. The views are simply awe-inspiring, but be aware that the mountainous terrain will include both ascents and descents. After an incredible lunch at a local home, you'll be picked up and transported back to the guesthouse. (B L)

Day 8 | From Malino to Manimpahoi by bicycle and car to Bira

To get to the quaint village of Manimpahoi from the guesthouse in Malino, we simply need to drive 15 km up a side road and cycle the remaining 50 km. The route comprises small roads and a main road that is not heavily trafficked. Once you arrive in Manimpahoi, a car will transport us to the beach town of Bira, which should take approximately 2.5 hours. Breakfast and lunch will be provided again. (B L)

Day 9 | Free Morning, Makassar airport, flight to Bali

You have the morning free to do as you please. Later in the afternoon, you will drive back to Makassar by car, which will take approximately 5 hours. You'll be taken to the airport where you can check in for your afternoon/evening flight to Denpasar. Our Bali team will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your overnight stay in Sanur, Bali. (B L)

Day 10 | Departure Day

It's departure day today and there won't be any planned activities. You need to check-out by noon. Kindly inform us of your departure time and we'll arrange an airport transfer or transfer to your next destination in Bali's Southern beach area at no extra cost. (B)

Please note that the itinerary is a rough outline and may vary depending on the cycling times of the group, weather, and trail conditions. The guide leading your trip may make changes to the schedule as needed, at the discretion of INFINITY MOUNTAINBIKING and your guides.

 

Style

Fully supported mountain bike and adventure tour

Staff & Guides

This tour will lead by one of our charming and knowledgeable local tour leaders.

Highlights & Inclusions

  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Domestic flights from Bali to Sulawesi (return)
  • 6 amazing days on the mountain bikes
  • Hike to the summit of Mount Batur
  • 9 nights in local charming hotels and guesthouses with breakfast
  • All transportation as listed per itinerary by our aircon private vehicle
  • While riding we provide trail snacks, fruit, drinking water, full vehicle support and lunches
  • Mountain bike hire, helmet, water bottle and gloves
  • Free Infinity Mountainbiking riding shirt per person
  • An amazing epic adventure
  • Our passion and experience

Group Size

Minimum 2 (both private and joining-in group departures available)

Accommodation

9 nights local accommodation at great locations.

Difficulty

Intermediate: Tours are suitable for riders with good fitness level. Previous mountain bike experience is recommended. Trail surfaces may include uneven terrain and narrow trails, some singletrack, with occasional obstacles (roots, rocks, sand). Hills and descents are moderate and require some skill. Riders with minimal mountain bike experience but who have road biking skills or a strong fitness level, along with an adventurous spirit, should be suitable for an intermediate tour.
Cross Country rides / Intermediate50%

Cycling Conditions

We ride on everything from jeep track, dirt road, farm trails, and quiet back roads. Sometimes we ride small sections on the main road where no other option available but there is not much traffic in Sulawesi. The trip is designed so that both beginners and more experienced riders can enjoy the riding.

Bikes

2023-24 Polygon Siskiu xc or trail full suspension bikes with dropper post.

The bikes come with flat (standard) or Shimano SPD (by request) pedals.

** We also have hardtail E-bikes available for the Bali section of this tour.

** In Sulawesi we use quality regular hardtail bikes.

Departures

  • 2024 May 15-24

  • 2024 August 01-10

  • 2024 October 07-16

  • 2024 December 01-10

Dates don't fit your schedule? For a minimum of two people booking you can create your own tour dates. Choose the dates that you would like to travel and as long as you are happy to open the tour for other people to join in and we have availability we can confirm the new dates for you.

Please note that this offer is subject to availability and must come in a while advance.

 

Prices & Availability

02-04 people: US$2050 per person with own bike, US$2350 per person with bike hire included

All prices based on twin share or double room accommodation. Single room supplement US$450.

Have a private group of 4 people or more? Contact us for our interesting group rates.

Inquiries & Bookings

If you have any questions, please complete the CONTACT US form below. Someone from our team will be in touch with you soon. You can also 'live chat' with us through the chat window on our website or Whatsapp (10 am to 07 pm, GMT +8).

Bookings can be made online through the 'BOOK NOW' form below or by WA to our office mobile at +62 (0) 822 4703 1111.

 

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