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Indonesia - Bali Birding Extension

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Indonesia - Bali Birding Extension 2026

30 Jul 2026 - 05 Aug 2026 (7 days)

USD2,895 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: André Bernon

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,895 (GBP2,206 * EUR2,517 * AUD4,431)

Single Supplement: USD510 (GBP389 * EUR443 * AUD781)

Flight costs (Linked Tour): USD260 (GBP198 * EUR226 * AUD398)

This tour pairs with: Indonesia - Sulawesi & Halmahera: Wallacean Endemics 2026

Indonesia - Bali Birding Extension 2027

30 Jun 2027 - 05 Jul 2027 (6 days)

USD2,895 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Daniel Danckwerts

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,895 (GBP2,206 * EUR2,517 * AUD4,431)

Single Supplement: USD550 (GBP419 * EUR478 * AUD842)

Flight costs (Linked Tour): USD110 (GBP84 * EUR96 * AUD168)

Pricing notes : Flight Cost: Linked Tour is for the Jakarta to Denpasar flight

Indonesia - Bali Birding Extension 2028

28 Jul 2028 - 02 Aug 2028 (6 days)

USD2,900 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Stephan Lorenz

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,900 (GBP2,210 * EUR2,521 * AUD4,439)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* Flight Cost: Linked Tour is for the Jakarta to Denpasar flight

Indonesia - Bali Birding Extension 2029

27 Jul 2029 - 01 Aug 2029 (6 days)

USD3,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Julian Parsons

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Tour Price (Per person): USD3,100 (GBP2,362 * EUR2,695 * AUD4,745)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* Flight Cost: Linked Tour is for the Jakarta to Denpasar flight

The magical island of Bali forms part of the chain of tropical islands in the Indonesian archipelago and, although it’s most famous as a beach tourism Mecca, Bali has a lot to offer the birder and naturalist. Situated at the eastern end of the Greater Sundas, Bali provides superb birding and wildlife viewing. The island’s most iconic bird, the beautiful and very rare Bali Myna or Bali Starling, will be top of the hit list during our Bali birding extension. Most of our time will be spent at the world-renowned Bali Barat National Park. Here we will search for some of the last few wild Bali Mynas in existence, and we will also be treated to numerous other avian treasures, many of which are only shared with neighbouring Java. These include the endangered Black-winged Starling, Beach Stone-curlew, the dazzling Cerulean Kingfisher, Green Junglefowl, Javan Plover, Java Sparrow and the spectacular Javan Banded Pitta!

Our trip also ventures into the highlands where specialities include Crescent-chested Babbler, Javan Whistling and Sunda Thrushes, Yellow-throated Hanging Parrot, the delightful Sunda Warbler, Blood-breasted Flowerpecker and Grey-throated Ibon. The Bali countryside is eye-catching, and we will additionally find ourselves enjoying such wonderful and range-restricted species as White-capped and Javan Munias, the stunning Javan Kingfisher and Cinnamon Bittern while gazing across emerald-green rice paddies, uniquely punctuated with Hindu temples and soaking in the island’s incredible beauty. Bali makes for a splendid week-long birding adventure, offering exceptional island birding, sensational scenery, world class coral reef snorkelling and fascinating art and culture.

Top Birds

Bali Myna; Green Junglefowl; Javan Banded Pitta; Black-winged Starling; Javan Plover; Javan Pond Heron; Rufous-bellied Hawk-Eagle; Beach Stone-curlew; Yellow-throated Hanging Parrot; Javan & Cerulean Kingfishers; Sunda Pygmy Woodpecker; Black-banded Barbet; Crescent-chested Babbler; Chestnut-backed Scimitar Babbler; Javan Whistling & Sunda Thrushes; Javan Cuckooshrike; Orange-spotted Bulbul; Blood-breasted & Scarlet-headed Flowerpeckers; Grey-throated Ibon; Indonesian Honeyeater; Mangrove Whistler; Fulvous-chested Jungle Flycatcher; Olive-backed Tailorbird; Sunda Bush Warbler; Java Sparrow; White-capped, White-headed & Javan Munias; Blood-breasted Flowerpecker.

Top Mammals

Javan Rusa Deer; Southern Red Muntjac; Asian Palm Squirrel; & Long-tailed Macaque; Ebony Leaf Monkey (rare); Black Giant Squirrel (rare)

Habitats Covered

Forest & forest edge, coastal mudflats, mangroves, rice paddies, grassland

Expected Climate

Most days in the lowlands will be hot and sunny, but overcast conditions are frequent and some rain, heavy at times, can be expected. In montane areas, it will range from very cool to warm. The humidity is often rather high in the lowlands.

Max Group Size

8 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local birding leader

Tour Pace & Walking

MODERATE TO CHALLENGING: This tour requires a good level of fitness, stamina, and overall health. It’s best suited for experienced birders who are comfortable with a more active itinerary. Please note that it may not be ideal for avid photographers, new birders, or those with mobility or health concerns.

Moderate birding, combined with good accommodation & food make this a mostly enjoyable extension.

Accommodation

Accommodations is comfortable to very comfortable.

Ease of Birding

Birding can be moderately difficult at some locations. Low density of several key species which may require repeat efforts.

Number of Species Expected

130+

Photographic Opportunities

Photography good to reasonable, predominant forest birding. Some makeshift hides.

What our clients say about us

Glen Valentine
SL, Indonesia 2023

What a fabulous tour to such a remote part of Indonesia. As always, Glen and Keith Valentine were exceptional guides and great fun to be with. The crew of our boat, Lady Denok, were amazing whether it was in the dining room, making great coffees, getting us in and out of the dinghies or taking us snorkelling. Once we left the boat in the Tanimbars, the local agent was there to meet us and the land-based part of the tour was exceptionally well managed. The local people were very welcoming and could not do enough for us.

Glen Valentine
NH, Indonesia - West Papua Cruise 2016

I have been on birding trips for many years, but this is the first time with Rockjumper. The trip was easily the best birding trip I have ever been on. In particular, both David and Glen made life so easy and their birding knowledge was remarkable. Other members of the group were very easy to get on with. The birding was quite remarkable and it is difficult to pick out a highlight from the Birds of Paradise, the Chinese Crested Tern or the Madanga. There is no doubt that I will travel with Rockjumper again.

Glen Valentine
CM, Remote West Papuan Islands Cruise & Buru Extension 2017

This was a fabulous tour! Living on the Seahorse and going ashore each day to explore, in many cases, remote and under-birded locations was a truly exciting and wonderful experience. In addition, it was a fabulous and memorable experience to have Glen and Keith Valentine as leaders. They teamed seamlessly and ensured that everyone had a wonderful and got on to the birds. Oh, and of course, the sight of at least 4 male Wilson's Birds-of-Paradise displaying to multiple females was the stuff of dreams! Truly spectacular! And the local guides and drivers were all great, not forgetting the Skipper and crew of the Seahorse! The Buru extension for the Madanga and some of the owls was also so memorable, as were the few days in West Papua. All things considered, a truly wonderful and memorable tour!

Glen Valentine
MM, Remote Indonesian Islands Cruise 2017

My thanks to Keith and Glen Valentine for taking so much time in getting me on the birds. They are so patient and really nice.

Glen Valentine
MG, Indonesia - Remote West Papuan Islands Cruise II 2025

Still catching-up on sleep after so many very early-morning starts, but great way to travel - by boat (Indo Seamore) as only need to unpack once (well twice with final hotel stay in Sarong- which was best hotel i have stayed in on a birding trip - except the restaurant ran out of wine!). Boat looked after us very well and i was very impressed with the team and their organisation, and level of care for me, in particular. The laundry service in the boat was excellent and very necessary, as other laundry facilities were lacking.

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