Group tours are great for young people hoping to make new friends as they explore Bali and the beautiful surrounding islands. Choosing the right one for you might seem like a daunting task, but luckily, we’re here to help. Having tried quite a few organised trips and being able to compare them, we’ve dissected five of Bali’s most popular group tours to help you have the holidays of your dreams.

We get it – you don’t want to end up booking a tour where the average age is 50+. Bali is all about meeting backpackers, going out for a drink or ten and, most important of all: having fun with new friends your age.

So what are you waiting for? Read all about the different durations, prices per day, included activities, accommodations and travel styles that these group tours to Bali have to offer, with a special focus on why they’re perfect for young people.

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Reasons why young people should consider group tours of Bali

If you’re not quite sure if a group tour to Bali is the right choice for you, these arguments might just convince you.

1. You don’t want to travel alone

Solo travel is an incredible experience, but sometimes you just want to meet like-minded people and share your new experiences. Group tours to Bali designed specifically for young people are the best way to ensure you’ll be travelling with a fun group of others who will make your experience even better. Finding travel buddies for Bali has never been easier.

2. You have no time to plan

Travel planning is a full-time job, and most people don’t have time to compare hundreds of hotels, activities, and destinations. Booking a trip to Bali can be as easy as one click when you join a group trip instead. No decisions to make, everything will be done for you.

3. You don’t know where to start

Planning a trip can be overwhelming, especially if you haven’t been to a place before. Tour companies have years of experience when it comes to planning trips, so their itineraries are perfectly crafted with activities you probably wouldn’t have tried otherwise. If you don’t know where to start planning your trip to Bali, a group tour may be the way to go.

4. It doesn’t have to be expensive

I used to hear group trip and immediately think that the prices would be marked up to ridiculous levels. Luckily, that isn’t really the case for Bali, and for the activities and services included and the value you get in return, prices for the group tours on this list are actually really reasonable.

If you add the hours you’ll have to spend planning your trip plus all the expenses for activities and accommodation, you’ll probably arrive at a similar number for your trip but minus all the new friends and once-in-a-lifetime memories.

Group tours of Bali vs organising your own trip

I personally love both joining group trips and planning my own travels. It depends a lot on the destination for me and what I want from a trip. Here are some pros and cons to consider before you decide to join an organised trip. In the end, it all comes down to your personal preferences and resources.

	Pros	Cons
Group trip	-guaranteed to make friends -no need to organise/make decisions -security that nothing will go wrong -high levels of comfort (private transport & guides) -very convenient -easy to calculate trip price before you leave -experienced guide -no unexpected issues and responsibilities	-can be pricey -can’t stay longer in a place if you like it -you’re stuck with your group
Solo travel	–cheaper -more flexibility -accommodation of your choice -stay in one place as long as you like	-hours of planning -risk of not meeting people -things may go wrong -easy to get scammed -unexpected expenses

My experience with group tours of Bali

I love organised tours, and South East Asia is the perfect place to try one. What stands out for me is the fact that you’re guaranteed to make friends and meet other young people if you join a group tour of Bali and its beautiful islands. I made friends for life on group tours, and after having tried several, I can tell you exactly what I liked and disliked about each one.

This post isn’t sponsored by a tour company, so I can authentically tell you about my experiences and those of people I know who have gone to Bali on an organised trip. I’ve explored Bali independently as a backpacker, as a more luxury-oriented traveller and as part of a group tour, so I can compare my experiences and let you know what I liked best.

I’ve now been living on the island for several years, which gives me the unique opportunity to try multiple trips and see the Island of the Gods from a different perspective.

5 best group tours of Bali and the islands for young people

Have a look at the table below if you’re looking for a quick way to compare the best group tours of Bali and the islands for young people.

Tour	Duration	Group size	Total price	Price/day	Rating
Bali One Life Adventures	12 days	22	$1,050 US	$87 US	4.9
Bali Bucketlist	10 days	10	$1,050 US	$105 US	4.8
Wanderlands Bali	8 or 13 days	16	$740 – $1,250 US	$92 – $96 US	4.8
Bali Intro	9 or 12 days	22	$1,050 – $1,300 US	$116 – $108 US	4.7
Bali Experience	10 days	20	$970 US	$97 US	4.8

1. Bali One Life Adventures – my personal favourite Bali group tour

The 12-day Bali One Life Adventures tour is by far my personal favourite when it comes to group tours for young people. It’s no surprise that this tour consistently gets the best reviews. What does surprise me, though, is that it’s actually the cheapest one on this list, with a price per day of only $87 USD. Considering all the value and experiences you’re getting, this is truly a steal.

If you want to meet new friends in Bali and spend your time with young people, this tour should be at the top of your list.

Group size

The maximum group size for this tour is 22 people, which is just about perfect in my experience. Of course, this is personal preference, but I find that in smaller groups, you might run the risk of not really connecting to anyone, while larger numbers make it easier to split off and make lasting friendships with people you have things in common with.

Price

Bali One Life Adventures is actually the cheapest on this list of best group tours of Bali for young people. At only $87 US per day ($1,050 US for 12 days), you’re getting a lot of value. Plus, One Life Adventures often runs last-minute deals and off-season discounts of 20% or more, so keep your eyes open for even better prices. I’ve seen this tour for as little as $850, which is an unbeatable price for 12 days.

What’s included

• accommodation for 12 days
• breakfast every day
• a big welcome dinner on the first evening
• experienced tour guide
• activities such as surfing, snorkelling and the volcano hike
• ferry tickets
• transport with private driver
• airport pickup

What’s not included

• flights
• travel insurance
• tips and gratuities
• all other meals except breakfast and the first dinner
• airport drop-off
• visas
• private room for solo travellers

Activities

This is my favourite group tour of Bali and its islands, especially for young people. A big reason why is how many activities are included, which other tours don’t offer.

• surf lesson with a renowned surf school in Canggu
• manta ray snorkelling tour in Nusa Penida
• sunset bike ride on Gili T
• private boat tour around the Gili Islands
• Monkey Forest
• Tegalallang Rice Terraces
• Tirta Empul water temple
• orientation walk of Ubud
• Camphuan Ridgewalk
• sunrise trekking at Mount Batur volcano
• twin Lakes visit
• hidden Banyumala Waterfall walk and swim
• visit a local family for a guided rainforest walk and homemade coffee
• snorkelling in Menjangan island
• visit Biorock Coral Planting Project
• bonfire on a secluded beach

As you can see, there is a lot going on, and all these activities make this tour more than worth it.

Nightlife

If you’re the sort of person who enjoys nightlife and letting loose, this group tour of Bali is the ideal choice. You’ll spend quite some time in two of the best hotspots for parties in and around Bali, which are Canggu and the Gili Islands. But, there are also plenty of cultural activities in more peaceful places, so this isn’t just a party trip but rather a good mix of both.

Guides

There are several guides on this tour, but a large number are led by Wisnu, who has years of experience and is always a favourite among travellers. With his local Balinese insight, he’s always there to share his incredible culture and guide the group. He’s extremely organised and just a great person to be around, and he’ll make sure you love every second of your trip.

Flexibility, pace and free time

This tour covers a lot of destinations and even takes you to West Bali, which none of the others on this list do. But despite the action-packed itinerary, there is always room for free time, and you might be surprised how much you can actually explore on your own. Of course, the pace is fast, and you’ll only be in most places for two nights, but the itinerary was perfected to make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed.

Accommodation

One Life Adventures has a few hotels they always go to around Bali, but many locations change depending on the season, available rooms and group size. The focus is on central locations and beautiful venues with beach-front locations, infinity pools and modern rooms. Keep in mind that this is a more affordable group tour targeted at young people, which means that two people of the same gender will be sharing a room.

Solo travellers can also request a private room for the entire trip for an additional $300 US. An additional night at the same hotel in Canggu before the trip begins can be booked for $63 US.

Personal experiences

I love this tour, and I’m certain you will too. Most Bali itineraries for group tours only cover Canggu, Ubud, Nusa Penida, and Gili Trawangan, which is fine for most young people but doesn’t show you some of my favourite parts of Bali. I really like that One Life Adventures takes you all the way to the remote west of the island and shows you more unconventional things without missing out on the must-do touristy activities.

I also thought that the staff and guides were exceptional and truly went the extra mile to make everyone feel included and welcome. Most people from the group ended up staying in Bali longer and continued to travel together and stay in touch to this day. If you want to make friends, this is the perfect choice.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Canggu, Bali and enjoy the cool restaurants, hip bars, amazing shopping, and the beach.
Day 2: Surfing lesson in Canggu before enjoying the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 3: Drive to Sanur and take a short ferry to Nusa Penida to visit Diamond Beach, Thousand Island View Point, Kelingking Beach, and Broken Beach before ending the day with a beautiful sunset at Crystal Bay.
Day 4: Snorkelling with Manta Rays in Nusa Penida.
Day 5: Gili T – bike tour, snorkelling, and exploring the island.
Day 6: Island hopping, turtle sightings, and coral reefs in Gili T, free time to give back through Gili Eco Trust.
Day 7: Drive to Ubud and explore the Sacred Monkey Forest.
Day 8: Visit the Tirta Empul Water Temple and the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, and take a sunset walk along the Campuhan Ridgewalk.
Day 9: Hike Mount Batur to catch the sunrise and have a 360-degree view of the surrounding landscapes and Bali’s nature.
Day 10: Heading north to Pemuteran, visit Banyumala waterfalls, and meet a local family for a coffee-making lesson.
Day 11: Explore Menjangan Island and reefs. Spot deer and visit the world’s largest coral planting project before a sunset beach clean-up and happy hour at the pool.
Day 12: Time to say goodbye! Check out at 10 am, return transport to Canggu is provided, or the option to extend your stay.

Tour duration: 12 days
Destinations included: Canggu, Nusa Penida, Gili Trawangan, Ubud, Mount Batur, Pemuteran, Menjangan Island
Group size: maximum 22 people
Operator: One Life
Approximate price: $1,050 US
Price per day: $87 US
What we loved: The guides, the unique destinations and lots of free time
Why this tour is good for young people: Good mix of parties and sightseeing, large group and a fun atmosphere

2. Bali Bucket List Original 10-Day Tour – small groups, packed itinerary

The Bali Bucket List Original 10-Day Tour is the perfect organised trip for first-time Bali visitors who want to see as much as possible in a short time frame. These tours always have plenty of young people, and because the groups are small, you’ll make even closer friendships than on some of the other tours. This 10-day itinerary is absolutely packed, so don’t choose this tour if you’re looking to relax by the beach for a week. You’ll see and do a lot and have plenty of fun along the way.

Group size

This tour has a maximum of ten participants, which makes it the smallest tour on this list. If you’re overwhelmed by lots of people, you might enjoy exploring Bali with a smaller group. Personally, I prefer having more people in a tour group, which ensures that there are plenty of young people around while you explore Bali.

What’s included

• twin accommodation for 10 days
• breakfast every day
• one dinner
• an experienced tour guide
• activities such as surfing, snorkelling and the volcano hike
• ferry tickets
• transport with private driver
• airport pickup
• transport back to Seminyak on the last day

What’s not included

• flights
• travel insurance
• tips and gratuities
• all other meals except breakfast and the first dinner
• airport drop-off
• visas
• optional activities
• private room for solo travellers

Price

Bali Bucket List is one of the more expensive tours on this list, but there is a lot included. The total price for ten days is $1,050 US, which means you’ll be paying $105 US per day. This is definitely expensive for Bali, and in my experience, you’re mostly paying for having a smaller group. The other parts of the tour tend to be very similar to more affordable options, especially if you compare the itineraries.

Activities

This itinerary includes all the main highlights of Bali, and what stood out to me were the many water activities but slightly fewer cultural activities. This tour is more about fun and a little bit less about getting to know Bali, but in such a short time, it can be difficult to do it all.

• Tegenungan Waterfall
• Sacred Monkey Forest
• Balinese cooking class
• rice terraces
• local markets
• island hopping the Gilis
• snorkelling with turtles
• bike tour of Gili Trawangan
• surf lesson in Nusa Lembongan
• swimming with manta rays
• visit the mangroves

Nightlife

Groups tour of Bali and its islands for young people are bound to involve some Bintangs on the beach and the occasional party. The main nightlife destination on this itinerary is going to be Gili Trawangan, where you’ll have one big night out. Most other nights will most likely involve a few drinks (depending on your group, of course), but in my experience, this isn’t the biggest party tour on this list. If you prefer connecting with people instead of loud clubs, you’ll love it.

Guides

You’ll have a mixture of local Balinese guides as well as expat group leaders who have been in Bali for at least six months or more. Ali is the guide for most tours and will help you out with anything you might need during your time on the island.

Flexibility, pace and free time

This 10-day itinerary is packed with activities, and there isn’t too much downtime. Since you’ll be staying in four different places around Bali, you’ll be moving a lot, so be prepared for a ton of new impressions and experiences. If you’re looking for some more independence and time to explore by yourself, or relax, this might not be the tour for you.

Accommodation

Unlike some of the other tours on this list, Bali Bucket List tells you which hotels you’ll be staying at before you book. In my experience, they usually stick to this pre-planned accommodation, but there can, of course, always be last-minute changes. Their standard hotels are Frii Hotel in Canggu, Max One Hotel in Ubud, Blue Marlin in Gili T, and Mahagiri Resort in Nusa Lembongan. The rooms always have twin beds, and you’ll be sharing with someone of the same gender from the group.

If you prefer a private room as a solo traveller, you can request one for the entire trip for an additional $250 US.

Personal experiences

I loved this jam-packed tour of Bali and can safely recommend it for young people hoping to explore the Island of the Gods. There is a lot included, and I especially liked the choice of hotels, which were slightly nicer than on some of the other tours. The itinerary has definitely been perfected over the years, and even though it’s packed, you won’t feel rushed.

The groups are small, and bookings don’t always fill up, so you might be travelling with only six or seven others instead of ten. If that’s something you like, this tour is perfect for you. But, I was missing the nightlife a tiny bit, and personally preferred tours with more free evenings and more people.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Canggu, check in at Frii Hotel, and catch Bali sunset at the beach.
Day 2: Visit Tegenungan waterfall and Ubud rice terraces, and end the day with a sundown drink in the rooftop infinity pool.
Day 3: Hike up Mount Batur for sunrise, and visit the Monkey Forest in the afternoon.
Day 4: Haggle at the local market in Ubud, attend traditional Balinese cooking class in rice fields.
Day 5: Island hop to Gili Trawangan, check-in at the hotel, catch the sunset, explore beach bars at night.
Day 6: Private boat tour of the three Gili islands for turtle spotting, then bike ride around the island.
Day 7: Have a lazy brunch in Gili T and then head to Nusa Lembongan to watch the sunset at Devil’s Tear viewpoint.
Day 8: Snorkel with manta rays, learn to surf at ‘Playgrounds’ break, have dinner at an Indonesian restaurant.
Day 9: Visit mangroves and Nusa Penida to see Kelingking Beach, Angel’s Billabong and Crystal Bay before enjoying the sunset on Nusa Lembongan.
Day 10: Saying goodbye and getting one last group photo.

Tour duration: 10 days
Destinations included: Canggu, Ubud, Mount Batur, Gili Trawangan, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida
Group size: maximum 10 people
Operator: Bali Bucketlist
Approximate price: $1,050 US
Price per day: $105 US
What we loved: The incredible guides, comfortable accommodation and many things to do
Why this tour is good for young people: Make close connections with others and see a lot of Bali

3. Wanderlands Bali – Lombok and nightlife

Wanderlands offers both the longest and shortest group tours to Bali, and they’re the perfect choice for young people wanting to explore the islands. You can choose to stay either 8 or 13 days, but only the longer tour includes Lombok. This tour is perfect for backpackers and those looking for fun. There are a lot of more unusual activities on the itinerary, but also plenty of touristy things that are most likely on your Bali bucket list. Wanderlands has a little bit of everything and perfectly combines culture with fun.

Group size

The maximum group size is 16 people for this tour, which is a pretty good number in my experience. You’ll have a small enough group that you can make friends but still enough people to make sure you’ll find someone you connect with.

What’s included

• accommodation for 8 or 13 days
• breakfast every day
• an experienced tour guide
• activities such as surfing, snorkelling and a cooking class
• ferry tickets
• transport with private driver
• airport pickup

What’s not included

• flights
• travel insurance
• tips and gratuities
• all other meals except breakfast
• airport drop-off and return transport to Bali
• visas
• optional activities like scuba diving and the Mount Batur sunrise hike
• private room for solo travellers

Price

At $92 US to $96 US per day, this tour is relatively affordable. But you need to consider that one of the accommodations has four people sleeping in one room and that the Mount Batur sunrise trek, which is included in most other tours, costs extra. Most other tours also include a group dinner and return you to your origin point when the tour is over. In the case of the longer Wanderlands tour, you’ll end up in Lombok and will have to make your own way back to Bali.

Activities

• fitness class at Academy Fitness
• yoga at Puri Garden
• puppy therapy at Puri Garden
• Tanah Lot temple
• surfing lessons
• beach bonfire
• snorkelling in Nusa Penida
• Sacred Monkey Forest
• visiting a primary school
• visiting a waterfall
• local markets
• snorkelling tour on the Gili Islands
• cooking class
• visit the Sasak tribe
• waterfalls in Lombok

Nightlife

This is one of my favourite tours of Bali for nightlife and parties. You’ll spend time in places like Canggu, Gili Trawangan, and Kuta Lombok, where there is always something going on. In my experience, the group leaders are very nightlife-oriented and always encourage people to go out and have fun.

Guides

Wanderlands mostly hires foreign guides to act as tour leaders, which creates a feeling of being friends with your guides. This is especially good for young people who want to have fun as they explore Bali and are looking to find the best group tours for a fun experience.

Flexibility, pace and free time

Since there is a long and shorter option for this tour, the pace is actually quite relaxed and not too fast. There is plenty of free time and also optional activities, so you can decide for yourself how much downtime you need.

Accommodation

Wanderlands tends to go to the same hotels, although changes are always possible, depending on the group size and availability. The standard hotels are Ecoland in Canggu, Tanis Beachfront Resort in Nusa Lembongan, Puri Garden Hotel in Ubud (4-bed shared accommodation), Abdi/Natya Resort in Gili Trawangan, Sikara in Lombok. Most other tours on this list provide twin or double rooms, but you’ll be staying in a 4-bed shared room in Ubud for this tour.

It’s also not possible to upgrade to private rooms in advance, but you can request one on arrival if it’s available for an extra fee.

Personal experiences

I loved that Wanderlands takes you to Lombok, which is incredibly underrated, in my opinion. Most other tours follow a very similar route, but this one has some unusual things in their itinerary, which I appreciated. However, I think the 8-day tour is not enough if you truly want to get to know Bali and Lombok. The best parts of the tour for me were after day 8, so the short version would be a bit disappointing, I think.

I love nightlife and having drinks with new friends, so I really loved this more party-oriented tour. But, some other travellers were complaining that we didn’t get a lot of information about the cultural background and that the focus was more on drinking than anything else. I do see where they’re coming from and I have to say that the communication and educational aspects of the tour could be improved.

However, as one of the most popular group tours of Bali geared towards young people, it’s no surprise that having fun nights out is a priority. There are other, more cultural tours to choose from if that’s not something you’re looking for.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bali, meeting the group leader, and time to relax.
Day 2: Visit Tanah Lot Temple, surfing lesson, and enjoy the sunset in Canggu.
Day 3: Visit Nusa Lembongan, explore Dream Beach and Devil’s Tears, and have a bonfire under the stars.
Day 4: Trip to Nusa Penida, snorkelling, visiting Pura Goa Giri Putri temple, and exploring Atuh and Diamond Beach and Kelingking Beach.
Day 5: Arrival in Ubud, visit the Sacred Monkey Forest, and the possibility of taking selfies with the monkeys.
Day 6: Visit a local coffee plantation, Bali Swings, lunch in the rice terraces and enjoy the view from the infinity pool.
Day 7: Visit a primary school, cool off in a waterfall, and shop at local markets, followed by a farewell dinner.
Day 8: Travelling to the Gili Islands and enjoying peace and quiet in Gili Trawangan, sunset watching, and dressing up and enjoying island nightlife.
Day 9: Snorkel and see underwater statues, coral, and turtles, option to arrange a PADI dive, lunch in Gili Air, dinner at the night market.
Day 10: Free time in the morning to relax or read; cooking class to learn traditional dishes and eat the creations, catch some sun before exploring Gili T at night.
Day 11: Boat ride to Lombok and drive to Kuta for a more laidback vibe; reflect on adventures and buy locally made friendship bracelets
Day 12: Visit the Sasak tribe and learn about their customs; explore two waterfalls, Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu; final dinner and drinks together.
Day 13: Breakfast together to reminisce on the trip and discuss onward travel plans with group leaders.

Tour duration: 8 or 13 days
Destinations included: Canggu, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, Ubud, Gili Trawangan, Kuta Lombok
Group size: maximum 16 people
Operator: Wanderlands
Approximate price: $740 or $1,250 US
Price per day: $92 or $96 US
What we loved: Unusual activities, fun nights out and seeing Lombok
Why this tour is good for young people: A great balance between parties and culture

4. Bali Intro – dolphins and parties

Bali Intro markets its group tours to first-time travellers, which attracts a lot of young people, especially in popular South East Asian destinations like Bali and the surrounding islands. If you’re looking for a younger crowd who loves to party, this tour is the perfect choice. The pace of this tour is relatively slow, and there is plenty of time to relax, so if you want to avoid a hectic schedule, this one is perfect.

You can choose between spending 9 or 12 days on the tour, and the shorter one doesn’t include Ubud or the Mount Batur sunrise hike.

We wrote a complete review of INTRO Travels’ Bali tours, which has even more information.

Group size

With a maximum of 22 people, this is one of the larger tours on this list. In my experience, the groups tend to be closer to 18, though, which I thought was the perfect amount. However, if you prefer a more personal experience in a close-knit group, consider choosing a tour with fewer people instead.

What’s included

• accommodation for 9 or 12 days
• breakfast every day
• one lunch and one dinner
• an experienced tour guide
• activities such as swimming with dolphins, snorkelling and the Mount Batur sunrise hike
• ferry tickets
• transport with private driver
• airport pickup
• 10 trees planted for every booking

What’s not included

• flights
• travel insurance
• tips and gratuities
• all other meals
• airport drop-off
• visas

Price

Intro Travel is a very popular tour company, and their prices are definitely steep. In fact, their tours are the most expensive on this list at $108 US or $116 US per day. That’s definitely a lot of money for Bali, and, to be honest, the added value provided by this tour isn’t that significant.

Activities

• learn to surf
• swim under waterfalls
• visit a local Balinese family
• basket weaving
• coffee plantation & rice paddies
• dolphin boat trip
• explore the Gili Islands by bicycle
• boat trip around all three Gili Islands
• snorkel with turtles
• sunset swing and island party
• sunrise volcano trek at Mount Batur
• Sacred Monkey Forest
• traditional Balinese massage

Nightlife

Intro Travels is the perfect choice for travellers who love a good night out and some drinks with friends. Young people hoping to party in Bali will love their group tours around the islands. The tour spends a lot more time in Canggu than others and also a few days in Gili T, which are reserved for partying.

Guides

You’ll be accompanied by expert tour guides, usually a mixture of locals and foreigners.

Flexibility, pace and free time

Both Bali Intro tours have a relatively slow pace with plenty of free time. All the hotspots and popular activities are covered, but you’ll get to enjoy some downtime which you can spend relaxing or drinking with new friends.

Accommodation

The hotels chosen by Intro Travel aren’t always the same and tend to change from trip to trip. However, they frequently include multi-share rooms, which will be far less comfortable than the twin rooms that most other tours offer.

It’s difficult to upgrade the accommodation to private and in most cases not possible. Considering the high price of this tour, the hotels were definitely not the best.

Personal experiences

This tour is incredibly fun if you want to party in Bali and need some downtime most days to recover from the night before. However, considering the length and price, there weren’t too many activities included, and if you have high expectations for a jam-packed schedule, you might end up disappointed.

In our case, we knew that Intro Travels targets young people who want to go out, so I was expecting a more relaxed trip. However, the quality of accommodation was not what I was expecting, since this tour was so much more expensive than the others.

What I did like was that you’ll get to swim with dolphins in Lovina, which none of the other operators include in their Bali itineraries. It’s also nice that at least one dinner and a lunch are included in the price.

While I usually recommend the longer tour option, in the case of Intro Travels, the 9-day tour is enough, in my opinion, if you’re looking to save some money. You’ll miss out on Ubud and Mount Batur but can still enjoy plenty of things to do before that. Read more about this tour here.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Denpasar, meet at the airport and head to Canggu hotel.
Day 2: Explore ancient temples and watch sunsets on the beach in Canggu; party at night.
Day 3: Surf in Canggu with local instructors.
Day 4: Explore temples and a waterfall before arriving in Lovina, stay in unique mountain accommodation.
Day 5: Watch wild dolphins, learn basket weaving, and relax by the luxury villa pool.
Day 6: Catch a ferry to Gili T Island and enjoy a free afternoon.
Day 7: Explore Gili T by bike and take a photo on the iconic ocean swing.
Day 8: Snorkel and explore all three Gili Islands by boat.
Day 9: Travel back to the mainland by ferry and head to Ubud.
Day 10: Visit the famous Monkey Forest in Ubud.
Day 11: Embark on a sunrise trek with a local guide to Mount Batur and enjoy breakfast with a view, unwind with a Balinese massage.
Day 12: Depart from Bali or extend the trip with new friends.

Tour duration: 9 or 12 days
Destinations included: Canggu, Lovina, Gili Trawangan, Ubud, Mount Batur
Group size: maximum 22 people
Operator: Intro Travels
Approximate price: $1,050 or $1,300 US
Price per day: $116 or $108 US
What we loved: Swimming with dolphins and the parties
Why this tour is good for young people: Incredible tour for nightlife and going out with new friends

5. Bali Experience – free time and plenty of nights out

Tru Travel’s Bali Experience tour is a 10-day adventure which takes you to Canggu, Ubud and Gili Trawangan. It has the fewest destinations of any tour on this list, making it perfect for those who don’t want to be rushed and would rather spend an extra day in a place instead of cramming in as much as possible. Much like Intro Travels, Tru Travels group tours attract young people who might be hesitant to explore Bali alone and want to do plenty of partying on the islands.

Group size

The groups have a maximum of 20 people, which is a nice number for organised trips. If you prefer smaller groups, this might not be the best choice for you, though.

What’s included

• accommodation for 10 days
• breakfast every day
• one lunch
• an experienced tour guide
• activities such as the Monkey Forest, cooking class and snorkelling
• ferry tickets
• transport with private driver
• airport pickup

What’s not included

• flights
• travel insurance
• tips and gratuities
• all other meals
• airport drop-off and return transport to Bali
• visas

Price

The Bali Experience tour is mid-priced at $97 US per day, and for the value it includes, it’s a pretty good deal. Keep in mind that return transport from Gili Trawangan to Bali is not included, so you’ll have to make your own way back and pay for the ferry ride.

Activities

• Tanah Lot & Taman Ayun
• surfing lesson in Kuta
• Tegenungan Waterfall
• Sacred Monkey Forest
• Balinese Cooking class
• rice terraces
• volcano view point
• local markets
• island hopping the Gili’s
• snorkelling
• bike tour of Gili Trawangan

Nightlife

This tour includes quite a bit of nightlife, even in places like Ubud, where other tour companies don’t usually take you out to party. In addition to that, Canggu and Gilli T will be the best places for going out and with a few days in between, you’ll have plenty of time to rest and recover.

Guides

Tru Travels mostly employs foreigners, who take on the role of group leader rather than a tour guide. This means that you might not get a lot of cultural insights, though, so make sure to adjust your expectations.

Flexibility, pace and free time

This tour only includes three destinations in Bali, which is a lot less than other itineraries. Notably, Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan are skipped, and instead, you’ll get to spend more time in each destination. This means that the pace of this tour is pretty relaxed, and there is quite some room for free time.

Accommodation

The hotels on this tour change frequently, but you’ll only be sharing rooms with one other person. Private options are not available usually.

Personal experiences

The Bali Experience Tour by Tru Travels was very fun and definitely one of the wildest ones on this list. If you want to party in Bali, you’ll love it. What made this tour different from the others was the more relaxed itinerary and large amount of free time.

This can be a good or a bad thing, depending on your expectations. Since I’m a very independent traveller, I didn’t mind exploring on my own, but I have to say it can be tricky to organise activities and plan things to do when you’re meant to be on an organised trip with everything included.

That being said, the nights out with this tour group were probably the most fun, and there was always something going on almost every single evening. I did feel like the staff were slightly less experienced than is the norm for these sorts of trips, which can go either way. In our case, we had fantastic guides, but I’ve heard of more chaotic experiences from friends.

All in all, this is still one of the best group tours for young people who want to explore Bali and the Islands, although the focus is more on drinking Bintangs than anything else.

Itinerary

Day 1: Pack bags, meet your travel buddies in Canggu for a welcome talk, relax by the pool or beach, rooftop dinner/drinks.
Day 2: Visit the Royal Temple of Taman Ayun and Tanah Lot, watch the sunset on the beach, go out in Canggu.
Day 3: Surf lesson on Kuta Beach, relax at the rooftop pool or beach, and watch the sunset with cocktails.
Day 4: Travel to Ubud, stop at Tegenungan Waterfall, explore the town, go out for live music.
Day 5: Indonesian cooking lesson, visit the Sacred Monkey Forest, dinner with the group.
Day 6: Trek through the rice terraces of Tegalalang, lunch overlooking Mt. Batur, relaxation or shopping.
Day 7: Travel to Gili Trawangan, check into accommodation, chill by the pool/explore beaches, go out to bars.
Day 8: Island hopping to Gili Meno and Gili Air for snorkelling and lunch, watch the sunset, have cocktails.
Day 9: Explore Gili Trawangan on bicycles, see the viewpoint, farewell dinner with the group and party.
Day 10: Departure

Tour duration: 10 days
Destinations included: Canggu, Ubud, Gili Trawangan
Group size: maximum 20 people
Operator: Tru Travels
Approximate price: $970 US
Price per day: $97 US
What we loved: The crazy parties and time spent by the pool
Why this tour is good for young people: Lots of fun nights out, quality time spent with new friends and time to explore Bali

Best place to book group tours to Bali for young people

Comparing different tours can be a hassle, and to save you from having to navigate dozens of open tabs from different websites, we highly recommend Tour Radar. They’re a European company with over ten years of experience and will help you find the best group tours to Bali for young people.

When you book through them, you can be sure you’re getting the best price, and they often even have exclusive discounts. Plus, you can read unbiased reviews of the tours you’re interested in, and their customer service adds an extra layer of safety so you can be sure nothing will go wrong on your trip.

Instead of having to dig through the info on the tour operator’s site, Tour Radar organises it all for you and even lets you download a clear and concise PDF where everything is laid out with no room for confusion. They also offer interest-free payments in instalments, making these group tours attainable for everyone.

Think of Tour Radar like the Booking.com or Agoda for organised trips. I would never consider booking with anyone else.

Where do group tours in Bali usually start?

Most group tours of Bali start in Canggu, the laidback surfer town that has become so popular in recent years. You’ll be picked up at the airport and brought to your hotel before your tour begins. Most travellers tend to arrive a day early, and many tour operators also offer pickup a day early and will help you book an extra night at the hotel if you need it.

Group tours of Bali and the islands for young people FAQ

Before you go…

You’re ready to go to Bali with a fun group of people. To help make your trip go even smoother, you might find these resources helpful. Check out our airport pickup and dropoff guide, our guide on the best time to visit Bali and this hike from Seminyak to Canggu.

Looking for even more group tours to try? Here are the best ones in Thailand reviewed by us.

Did I miss anything?
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