Quick Overview: Where You’ll Go in 14 Days
- ✅ Ubud (Days 1–4) – waterfalls, rice terraces, rafting, ATV
- ✅ Sidemen (Day 4–5) – peaceful rice valleys + hidden falls
- ✅ Kintamani (Day 5–6) – Mount Batur sunrise hike + hot springs
- ✅ Amed (Days 6–8) – snorkeling + shipwrecks
- ✅ Nusa Penida (Days 8–10) – dramatic cliffs + iconic beaches
- ✅ Nusa Lembongan (Days 10–12) – mangroves + pristine beaches
- ✅ Uluwatu (Days 12–14) – beach hopping + temple sunset + Kecak dance
Why This 14-Day Itinerary Works
- Outdoor and adventure focused without feeling rushed
- Covers Bali’s best landscapes: jungle, volcano, ocean, cliffs
- Includes both Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan for island hopping
- Ends in Uluwatu for the best sunsets and beaches
Before You Go: A Few Helpful Tips
Best Time to Do This Trip
- Dry season (May to October)
- Best weather for hiking and boat transfers
- Better visibility for snorkeling
Learn more about Bali's weather and the Best Time To Visit.
Getting Around
For the smoothest trip, you’ll want:
- Private driver for Ubud → Sidemen → Kintamani → Amed
- Fast boats for Amed → Nusa Penida → Nusa Lembongan → Sanur
- Scooter or local driver for each island area (especially Penida)
Other important guides you may find helpful such as Airport Transfers and Scooter Rental.
What To Pack
- Reef-safe sunscreen + snorkeling gear (optional)
- Water shoes (great for rocky beaches + waterfalls)
- Light rain jacket (waterfalls + unpredictable weather)
- Dry bag for boat transfers + beach days
- Hiking shoes for Mount Batur
Click here for our recommended full list of Packing Essentials.
Other useful links: Bringing The Right Travel Adapter.
Your 14-Day Itinerary (Day by Day)
Day 1 (Ubud) Waterfalls
Morning: Travel to Ubud and visit Tegenungan Waterfall📍
Afternoon: Visit Kanto Lampo Waterfall📍 and Goa Gajah📍
Late Afternoon: Check in to hotel in Ubud
Tips
- Start early to avoid crowds
- Bring swimwear and a towel
🏨 Stay in Ubud
Day 2 (Ubud) Adventures and Rice Fields
Morning: Visit Tegalalang Rice Terraces📍 and Pura Tirta Empul📍 where you can immerse in a unique Water Purification ritual
Afternoon: ATV in the Ubud jungles
Tips
- Go to Tegallalang early for cooler weather
- Bring a change of clothes for ATV
🏨 Stay in Ubud
Day 3 (Ubud)
Morning: Trek Campuhan Ridge Walk📍 and visit Ubud Palace📍
Afternoon: River rafting in Ubud
Tips
- Campuhan Ridge Walk is best in the morning before it gets hot
- Rafting is beginner-friendly and great for groups
🏨 Stay in Ubud
Day 4 (Ubud to Sidemen)
Morning: Check out from your Ubud hotel, visit Tibumana Waterfall📍 and Tukad Cepung Waterfall📍
Afternoon: Check in to hotel in Sidemen, visit Sidemen Rice Terraces📍 and Gembleng Waterfall📍
Tips
- Tukad Cepung looks best when the light rays appear late morning
- Sidemen is perfect for relaxing evenings
🏨 Stay in Sidemen
Day 5 (Sidemen to Kintamani)
Morning: Check out from your Sidemen hotel and visit Pura Agung Besakih📍
Afternoon: Travel to Kintamani, check in to hotel, visit Pura Segara Ulun Danu Batur📍
Evening: Rest early
Tips
- Choose a hotel with volcano or lake views
- Sleep early and prep for Mount Batur hike
🏨 Stay in Kintamani
Day 6 (Kintamani to Amed)
Early Morning: Hike Mount Batur📍
Morning to Noon: Relax at the hot springs
Afternoon: Check out and travel to Amed
Tips
- Read our Complete Mount Batur Guide to learn more about the hike and decide whether you're up for it!
- Bring a warm layer for the hike
- Hot springs are the best post-hike reward
🏨 Stay in Amed
Day 7 (Amed)
Morning: Snorkel and have lunch at Pantai Jemeluk📍
Afternoon: Check in to hotel in Amed, snorkel at Amed Beach📍 and Japanese Shipwreck Point📍
Tips
- Snorkel early for best visibility
- Amed is quiet and great for resting
🏨 Stay in Amed
Day 8 (Amed to Nusa Penida)
Morning: Check out from Amed and travel to Padangbai Port📍
Noon: Take a fast boat to Nusa Penida📍
Afternoon: Check in to hotel in Nusa Penida and visit Kelingking Beach📍
Tips
- Keep the afternoon simple after travel
- The walk down to Kelingking Beach is steep and challenging but it is well known for its iconic T-Rex formation
🏨 Stay in Nusa Penida
Day 9 (Nusa Penida)
Morning: Visit Broken Beach📍 and Angel Billabong📍
Afternoon: Visit Diamond Beach📍 and Atuh Beach📍
Tips
- Wear proper shoes for stairs and uneven paths
- Plan extra time for driving between spots
🏨 Stay in Nusa Penida
Day 10 (Nusa Penida to Nusa Lembongan)
Morning: Check out from Nusa Penida and take a fast boat to Nusa Lembongan📍
Afternoon: Check in to hotel in Nusa Lembongan and drive to Ceningan Island[📍] (https://maps.app.goo.gl/PRYbbv4kwZXHPTtP6) via the Yellow Bridge📍 to visit the seaweed farms
Tips
- Explore Ceningan in late afternoon for the best light
- Yellow Bridge is a must-see landmark
🏨 Stay in Nusa Lembongan
Day 11 (Nusa Lembongan)
Morning: Take a guided tour at Mangrove Point📍
Afternoon: Visit Hidden Beach📍 and Sandy Bay📍
Tips
- Take motion sickness tablets if needed
- Bring a dry bag for the boat trip
🏨 Stay in Nusa Lembongan
Day 12 (Nusa Lembongan to Sanur to Jimbaran to Uluwatu)
Morning: Check out from Nusa Lembongan and take a fast boat back to Sanur
Noon: Travel to Jimbaran for a Seafood Lunch at Kedongangan Beach📍
Afternoon: Travel to Uluwatu, check in to hotel, visit Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park📍
Tips
- Expect some travel time today
- Uluwatu is best enjoyed with slower evenings and early mornings
🏨 Stay in Uluwatu
Day 13 (Uluwatu)
Morning: Visit Melasti Beach📍 and optionally Pandawa Beach📍, and Padang Padang Beach📍
Late Afternoon: Visit Uluwatu Temple📍 and watch the Kecak dance
Tips
- Choose 2 beaches max to avoid rushing
- Arrive early for the Kecak dance seating
🏨 Stay in Uluwatu
Day 14 (Uluwatu to Airport)
Morning: Check out from your hotel in Uluwatu
Tips
- Plan airport transfer with buffer time for traffic
- Grab a final breakfast with an ocean view if you can
- If this is not the end of your trip, feel free to stay in Uluwatu longer to explore more beaches!
In Summary
This 14-day Bali itinerary is built for travelers who want to experience Bali through nature and adventure. You’ll get the best of inland Bali, East Bali’s snorkeling coast, the dramatic Nusa Islands, and the iconic Uluwatu cliffs to finish your trip strong.
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