awe-inspiring holidays in bali!
Giant volcanoes, lush green rice fields, secluded white sandy beaches as far as the eye can see… it’s not difficult to understand why this small island in the Indian Ocean is one of the world’s most visited! Bali offers up a peaceful, tranquil holiday with great weather, exquisite food, and heavenly views from every corner of this tropical island!
Bali is an island of natural beauty, with awe-inspiring vistas, amazing cultural heritage sites, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor pursuits due to its incredible wildlife and topography. Hiking, surfing, and skydiving are just a few activities on offer for thrill-seeking visitors. If you like to live life on the edge, this is a chance to climb an active volcano - not something you can do on every holiday!
The rich cultural and religious heritage of Bali is present all around. Traditional villages like Trunyan, only accessible by boat, continue to have very specific practices around burial rites, for example. It’s important to remember that while visiting this spiritual island, travellers must respect the unique cultures that vary from village to village.
Bali is only a small island, so whether you’re stopping off on a Tour of Indonesia or staying in this paradise for a little while, here are a few things not to miss:
- Bali is littered with intricate temples in breath-taking places. One of the most fantastic examples is Pura Puseh Batuan temple near Ubud. Founded in 1022 AD, its five-tiered gateway is carved with complex patterns in traditional Balinese style, leading to the main temple beyond.
- While you’ll see some exotic birds and the occasional monkey on your travels around Bali, a great way to take in the fantastic wildlife is to take a trip to the Bali Safari and Marine Park. Home to over 100 species of indigenous creature, including the Komodo dragon, orangutangs, and Bali’s beautiful starling bird, you’re able to learn about this incredible conservation area and how they care for the existing and future populations of unique animals that call this place home.
- As well as incredible views above ground, the sites underwater are well worth seeing. Scuba diving is a popular activity in Bali, especially around the neighbouring small islands of Penida and Ceningan. There are incredible dive sites and protected ecosystems to see, and many diving schools with great infrastructure to help you visit them. You might even see some white-tip sharks while you’re down there…safely, of course!
- An essential part of the survival of islands like Bali is a climate which is perfect for growing grain and rice. A trip to Bali wouldn’t be complete without visiting some of the vast rice fields that patchwork across this perfect island. Belimbing rice terraces in Tabanan offer stunning mountain views, with streams running downwards through the terraces. There’s also a sacred monkey temple nearby.
Bali is a place of wonder, with a great mixture of adventure, fun, peace, and spirituality. To make the best of your trip to this incredible island, contact us today and we’ll help you arrange your perfect trip to paradise!
Visit the Niagara Falls of Indonesia!
Sekumpul waterfall is touted to be the most beautiful in Bali, with clear waters cascading from the heavens into turquoise pools below. It really does look like the water is falling from the sky as the dense green forest hides the source of the flood. Trek through this cool, calm woodland to reach the falls and climb down hand-carved rock steps to swim in the river below. What better way to end the day than sitting below an amazing waterfall in the middle of the Balinese rainforest?
Ready to begin your adventure in Bali? Contact us today and we’ll tailor make a holiday you’ll never forget!
