Looking for last minute tips - I leave in 9 days. First
stopping in Bali for 2 weeks, then onward island hopping for
a month (depending on political climate).
Packing advice: Should I take a set of warmer clothes if I
am planning to climb any volcanoes? What weather can I
expect - coming from Montana, I can handle a little cold...
Budget: I have heard from $10-15/day on a tight budget, is
this true?
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The weather will be beautiful, but if you plan on climbing volcanoes do take a warm set of clothes. It can be pretty bitter overnight and during those 5a.m. climbs to the top of volcanoes. Don't worry about taking a sleeping bag because the homestays in the volcanic regions will have warmer blankets. In regard to the $10-15/day - it is very easily achievable on a budget. I think I comfortably did it on approx $8/day. Have an incredible time !
Under $ 10 a day easily for everywhere except Bali and the
big cities.
$10-15 US will go a long, long way if you don't plan to stay
in hotels. Losmens in Bali can cost between 15000 rps to
30000 rps--that's less than $5. You can get a decent meal
for less than $2. The temp on top of volcanoes can be quite
cool, esp at sunrise. Bring a pullover or jacket. Sleeping
bag not necessary--you can rent if needed.
Have a great trip.
Ed
Hello.
I am looking to go back to Indonesia (again) in early July.
How to get cheap air fares considering "high touristic
season" from Vancouver? Don't look on the internet often.
Need help please! Terima kasih! Nat
Hello.
I am looking to go back to Indonesia (again) in early July.
How to get cheap air fares considering "high touristic
season" from Vancouver? Don't look on the internet often.
Need help please! Terima kasih! Nat
I want to go back to Indonesia in early July. I need to
escape the grey,cold and wet from B.C.Canada. How can I get
cheaper fares from Vancouver in this touristic season?
I don't use the internet often, I need direct adresses or
tips. Merci!
Nat
I want to go back to Indonesia in early July. I need to
escape the grey,cold and wet from B.C.Canada. How can I get
cheaper fares from Vancouver in this touristic season?
I don't use the internet often, I need direct adresses or
tips. Merci!
Nat
I want to go back to Indonesia in early July. I need to
escape the grey,cold and wet from B.C.Canada. How can I get
cheaper fares from Vancouver in this touristic season?
I don't use the internet often, I need direct adresses or
tips. Merci!
Nat
I want to go back to Indonesia in early July. I need to
escape the grey,cold and wet
You sound like you should maybe get away for a while. How
about Indonesia?
Jen--you'll be arriving just in time for the election! How
exciting for you. Well I think Bali and probably Lombok(at
least the Gili's)will be unaffected. You might consider
wearing red and black, but no problem getting a PDI t-shirt
anywhere in Bali! Keep in mind that it is the hot season
there right now, and the cold people talk about is upper
60's- low 70's; youre not gonna see snow or anything. I
recommend lightweight capaline top and bottom and a
fleece-preferably wind stopper. I got home from there on
the 18th of May, I climbed various volcanos and wore my
fleece 3 or 4 times--I had no capaline and no long pants.
It's true that the morning sunrise hikes can be chilly,
particularly if the peak is in the clouds, but your not
climbing Everest and you are probably used to "real" cold
weather. Also, youll live like a queen for $15 a day except
on Bali where for that much youll live like a princess. Be
aware that what is immediately in front of you is often a
little more and if you look around a bit you can find great
food and great accomodations. If youre going to travel
around Perama is a good way to do it--be sure to ask for the
card that gives you 15% off every ticket you book with them.
Enjoy yourself, I certainly did!
Hi,'
I am joining my sweetheart in Bali, and leaving in 9 days
too!! Maybe I will see you, though doubtful. He is there
now and says it is very warm, not to worry. That fella' who
wrote "above" is funny. In case he reads this-where are you
from that you mock the term "real" cold? That's real funny.
I stop in Japan on the 29th, and then fly into Bali on the
30th-any chance you (Jen)will be there?? Whatever, have a
terrific time.
Thanks for all the great advice..
Most appreciated. Emily - maybe I will see you there - we
could all be stranded in paradise, depending on how eventful
the elections are.... Drop me an e-mail if you like.
We could go for Bintangs?
I don't think its a good idea for tourists to wear any
political party colours right now, anywhere in Indonesia.
Don't take much clothing with you -- you'll find plenty to
buy (very inexpensive -- just check the quality of the
fabric/stitching/seams as appropriate). Once you've wrapped
yourself in a sarong you'll live in one for the duration of
the trip and beyond (very cool and comfortable -- just take
a couple of t-shirts to go with them).
Be careful to always drink the bottled water and no ice --
I, a friend, and our driver (a balinese) all got very bad
cases of the nasties (known there as "Bali Belly") from iced
juice that we had in Singaraja (I knew better -- but, I was
tired and it just didn't register).
selemat jalan!