The Best 14-Day Bali Outdoor Adventure & Island Hopping Itinerary

Discover the ultimate 14 day Bali itinerary for first time visitors. Explore Canggu, Ubud, Nusa Penida, Uluwatu. Covering beaches temples rice terraces and hidden gems with this complete travel guide and itinerary.
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Published Jan 24, 2026

The Best 14-Day Bali Outdoor Adventure & Island Hopping Itinerary

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

Kanto Lampo Waterfall
Kanto Lampo Waterfall
Goa Gajah
Goa Gajah

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

Tegalalang Rice Terraces/Bali Swing
Tegalalang Rice Terraces/Bali Swing
Pura Tirta Empul
Pura Tirta Empul

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

Campuhan Ridge Walk
Campuhan Ridge Walk
River Rafting
River Rafting

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

Tukad Cepung Waterfall
Tukad Cepung Waterfall
Gembleng Waterfall
Gembleng Waterfall

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

Pura Agung Besakih Temple
Pura Agung Besakih Temple

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

Mount Batur Sunrise
Mount Batur Sunrise

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

Snorkeling
Snorkeling

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

Kelingking Beach
Kelingking Beach

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

Broken Beach
Broken Beach
Angel Billabong
Angel Billabong

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📍 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

Yellow Bridge Ceningan
Yellow Bridge Ceningan

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

Mangrove Point
Mangrove Point

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

Jimbaran Beachside Seafood Dining
Jimbaran Beachside Seafood Dining
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park

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

Melasti Beach
Melasti Beach
Uluwatu Cliffside Temple/Kecak Fire Dance Performance
Uluwatu Cliffside Temple/Kecak Fire Dance Performance

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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