Bali Java Travel made our family's 3-day Bali trip (Jan 11-13, 2024) unforgettable! Wayan Didi was... read more
Bali Java Travel made our family's 3-day Bali trip (Jan 11-13, 2024) unforgettable! Wayan Didi was... read more
Joined the Ijen, Tumpak Sewu, Bromo tour in Dec 2024. One of our best experiences we’ve ever had... read more
Our recent holiday trip to Bali was simply excellent and one of the reasons for this certainly “Java Bali holidays", they have done an impeccable job in all the aspects and made all the possible efforts to make it one of memorable trips. firstly we have to appreciate the person i.e Mr.Dewa who was accompanying us all the 5 days of our trip in Bali, he has very good attitude, patience, communication etc., all are perfect and furthermore his commitment towards making visitors to happy was really great. And the plan and arrangements for all the 5 days was very perfect and made changes to our requirement without any hesitate was something really made us contented. So the trip was pleasant and memorable because of the efforts made by “Java bali holiday” and effort of Iwan and Dewa. Thanks and appreciate them truly.
I do not know what I have to say, just remember two words, "SUPER Coooooolllllll ...." Amazing Place.. I LOVE INDONESIA. Thank a lot for for guide us at BROMO & MADAKARIPURA Watterfalls Iwan (Bali Java Tour) Very Nice Adventure.
We went to Bromo and Madakaripura waterfalls in last november 2014. Its a happy experience being with Bali Java Holidays crew. We had fun, laugh and play a lot together. The crew is helpful and very informative. Surely we enjoy for the services
We booked a 17 day trip in Indonesia (Java, Bali, Komodo) with Balijavatours and can only say we are so happy we did that - and so sad we had to finally leave!!
We planned our trip for September, and I contacted Iwan for the first time in July.
We had found him via Tripadvisor, all excellent recommendations - let me add one as well.
Iwan/Balijavatours responded always very quickly, that is, if not on the same day, then on the next - and mind the time difference, since we are from Austria:)
We had very specific ideas of what we wanted to see within our limited amount of days.
To be precise, we wanted to start from Jogyakarta, go overland to Bali, fly from Bali to Komodo, do a 4 day/3 night trip in Komodo national park, and fly out again the day we got back from Komodo,
all within 17 days, until the end of Sept.
We We wanted to see all temples in Java - Borobodur in all its glory, sample local cuisine-Yummie!
visit all volcanoes :-) including sunrise at Mt. Bromo, ride up with the horses, see the blue fire and walk the track of the sulfur workers at Iyen crater,
wait to see huge sea turtles laying their eggs and release baby turtles into the ocean at sunrise,
see the black north coast of Bali, take a bath in the hot springs, see the rice terraces near Ubud,
go shopping, eat out in Seminyak, watch the sunset on the beach and eat Seafood.
We wanted to see more temples in Bali, and wanted to say hello to the Komodo dragons and looked forward to do a bit of snorkelling before going finally back to Singapore by Sept. 26th.
We also needed a local sim card and had to organize a birthday cake to celebrate in the middle of Komodo;-),
We got all that - and more, we had real kopi luwak and petted baby zibet cats in Java, learned about teak wood, rubber and cocoa plantations and
got to know a lot about local history, culture and customs
So interesting to discuss and compare our different opinions..
We could not have done all that without Balijavatours - Iwan (the boss:-), Danar in Java and Bobby in Bali, thank you thank you!
Balijavatours has an excellent network in Java and Bali, everybody is highly professional, our warmest recommendation for Danar in Java and Bobby in Bali - had so much fun,
and felt absolutely safe all the time!!
Iwan himself went with us to Sukamade Turtle beach - we had to go there by jeep, again everything was arranged.
We still miss u guys and thank you for everything - the top up of the simcard (master Bahasa Indonesia on the phone is not so easy)
drop us at the post office and introducing us to the real world of selfies Asian people style with tong cis (which is not so common here in Europe;-)
Iwan/Balijavatour always responded quickly and very professionally - even when I changed the schedule, and I did this several times.
We even changed our schedule during our trip - which was no problem for Balijavatours.
We asked for a quote for all 17 days, Iwan even split up the quote like we asked to for Java, Bali and Komodo.
We asked for specifice hotels to stay in in Bali - even specific rooms - Iwan checked this for us.
All other accomodation was arranged by Balijavatours, always very good standard.
We got guides for all temples (we loved it - they have first hand knowledge about everything and are fun at the same time) and all tours, Iwan met us 3 times during our stay to check and see if everything is ok.
If we wanted to know some details - about the accomodation, or the kind of transportation, the kind of boat, or the nature of the trip - we simply asked, and were informed.
If you want any kind of specific accomodation (backpackers, luxury hotel, midrange), or kind of tour in Java or Bali or Komodo, just explain it to Balijavatours, they will make it possible.
We booked the whole trip in advance and paid our deposit easily via Paypal-just ask Balijavatours how to best do it, when sending money via Paypal,
they will happily explain everything to you.
It was also no problem paying the rest of the amount in Indonesia in Rupies, which was great for us.
Our customized tour was calculated by Balijavatours with entrance fees, driver, gas, accomodaiton, breakfast and sometimes also lunch or dinner -
we found listed in our quote what is included and what is excludes, this was really helpful.
We got picked up always on time, they also waited for us several times - thank you guys again:-)
Whenever we had a question, Iwan/Balijavatours, or Danar or Bobby answered it.
All in all, we did not want to leave, but had to. We had a great experience and will recommend Balijavatours with all our heart:))
We sure hope to get back again to see the rest of beautiful indonesia, not at last to meet our new friends again.
We had a good time in Bali. It was all possible because of the efforts made by Mr. Iwan and Mr. Bobby. Iwan planned the itinerary well to see all the beautiful places in Bali and it was perfect for our schedule. Mr.Bobby(car driver), was so humble and polite. He showed us all the places and briefed the history of the places in English. I would definitely recommend their service to you. They are very flexible and will help you make your trip convenient and also at a reasonable price. Also, they are very honest and very punctual to follow the schedule they give in the itinerary.
This was an unforgettable trip of a lifetime. We did a 7 day 6 night tour that included a night hike up Mount Batur, an active volcano. Of note, I started planning this itinerary less than 3 weeks before my slight to Indonesia, and I found that Iwan was extremely helpful. He responded to emails right away, was very flexible, and worked with us to customize a travel package that would meet all of our hopes and expectations. Also, Bobby who was our driver was absolutely fantastic. This was a pleasurable experience through and through. Thanks Bobby and Iwan for giving us the gift of a lifetime.
Anjali