Live in a beachfront bungalow in rural Bali while restoring damaged coral reefs, volunteering in a local school, and enjoying nearby waterfalls. Then hop over to nearby islands to dive with manta rays, surf in crystal blue waters, and plant mangroves to help bring the coast back to life.

Day 1

Meet with your group to depart from your stateside airport to head across the planet to Indonesia.

Days 2-3

Arrive at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, Bali, and take a quick van ride to Ubud, the cultural hub of Bali. While in Ubud, you will engage in several team building activities. This time also allows you to gently settle into the time change, relaxing by the pool and taking in famous sights such as the Monkey Forest.

Days 3-11

The day opens with an early visit to a historic Balinese temple for a traditional Hindu blessing ceremony. Then, you'll head to the rural village of Tianyar, where we'll begin our service work. In Tianyar, you'll construct and deploy artificial reef structures, tutor English, work in the turtle hatchery, learn about and participate in ongoing research projects, and perform beach cleanups with locals. When not working, students are free to swim, snorkel, hang out on the beach, explore the village of Tianyar, enjoy beachfront bonfires, paddleboard, fish, or relax on a hammock by the sea. On your day off, you can choose to scuba dive at a WWII shipwreck site, enjoy a rainforest hike and waterfalls, or train in freediving and scuba diving.

Days 11-13

The group heads south to catch a ferry to the island of Nusa Lembongan. Here, we will head out with a research team to swim with, observe, and help identify local manta rays. You’ll also explore and help restore historic mangroves. The rest of your time in Lembongan will be filled with surfing, snorkeling, and enjoying tropical paradise before we head back home.

Day 14

Arrive home and talk your family's ears off with all your new stories from an adventure of a lifetime.

This trip's main project is in partnership with North Bali Reef Conservation in the rural fishing village of Tianyar. One of Padma’s most immediately fulfilling projects, trip members make and deploy structures in the ocean to restore a section of destroyed reef. Each year the biodiversity of the targeted section of reef has nearly doubled thanks to our efforts. While in Tianyar, students also get the opportunity to volunteer in the local school, help out in the community turtle hatchery, participate in beach cleanups with local children, scuba dive at a WWII shipwreck site, and visit nearby waterfalls.

Learn about manta rays from marine researchers, then head out by boat to swim alongside them in the wild. Along the way, you’ll also see how conservation efforts help protect the species.

Surf the waves of Nusa Lembongan with our trusted local partners and experience the thrill of riding the ocean in one of Bali’s most beautiful island settings. These surf lessons are both safe and fun, and are designed for all skill levels.

Explore the magic of Bali, where you'll find rich culture and stunning landscapes in every experience. Wander through lively local markets, savor traditional Balinese dishes, and immerse yourself in the island’s beautiful traditions. From the monkey temple to the "mother" temple, Bali offers endless enriching experiences.

$3400 (early bird & group discounts available)

Trip Tuition Covers:

• Accommodations

• Most meals (we occasionally encourage trip members to explore local restaurants)

• Local transportation

• Project materials and management 

• Group activities

• Travelers medical, emergency, and evacuation insurance

• Trip leaders and activity guides

Trip Tuition Does NOT Cover:

• Airfare (Padma will help select and arrange airfare for groups)

• Local shopping

• Additional sightseeing activities 

• Padi scuba certificate

• Extra scuba sessions

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