Surfing in Bali at Pantai Bingin

Beaches in Bali is very famous for its beauty and many also can be used as a location for surfing. For foreign tourists who prefer the things that are challenging, going to the beach seemed less satisfied if not done olaharaga extreme water like diving, surfing, banana boat rides and more. So they prefer to go to the beach which provides a variety of equipment to perform any or all of these water sports.

 

Bingin beach is a new beach is widely known to tourists. Why? Probably due to the access road required to reach this beach is quite difficult, steep and winding. However, because the beauty and the beautiful coral stone, finally gradually even this much to talk about the beach and be free promotion for tourists to visit. So that the implications of more and more local and foreign tourists who are interested in coming to this Bingin Coast.

Because it is relatively rarely visited by many people make the atmosphere at the beach is pretty quiet and unspoiled place away from distractions because the hands of ignorant people. Many people who call these waves on the beach Bingin classic regional type which can reach 5-8 meters height. High waves will certainly be a challenge for the surfer. But that extra vigilance is still needed to remember this beach has lots of shallow coral reefs and type so that if not careful could have hurt the surfers.

 Surfing is one of the water sports that can be done here. Besides surfing there any others? You can also snorkel or swim because the beach is quite shallow foundation so that it can easily reach the depths. One thing you should notice is given the location of the storage place quite far away from the beach then you must be careful to save the vehicle and also you can ask for help from others to carry surfboards that feels heavy.



Location
Bingin beach in the village of Pecatu, District of South Kuta, Badung regency, Bali, Indonesia. Located about 32 km from Denpasar.

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Ubud Monkey Forest On of Best Spot In Bali

In the area of ​​Gianyar or just about 26 km from the capital city of Denpasar, there is a small forest frequented by tourists to just look cute and innocent behavior of hundreds of monkeys that meninggali small forest. The monkeys were quite tame and can be actively encouraged to play by the visitors who come to this tourist area. Besides inhabited by hundreds of monkeys, a small forest is also used as the village cemetery where pretty sacred place.

Hence there is no reason to not make this site a visit when you travel to Bali for quite complete. Here you can watch the monkeys are funny, witty at times a little naughty, too, can see the tombs of the ancestors Balinese temple building and its architecture will Balinya thick. And when the right time can be seen occasionally complete with a ceremony in the temple (temple) or cremation (cremation).

Ubud Monkey Forest

Wenara Wana is also often referred to as the Ubud Monkey Forest On of Best Spot In Bali. This location is a nature reserve and temple complex in which there are approximately 340 long-tailed macaques. Monkeys consisted of 32 male adults, 19 young males, 77 adult females, 122 juvenile, 54 cubs and monkeys. There also exist at least four groups of monkeys that occupy different locations in the park.

The number of visitors per month just fantastic because it can reach 10,000 people. The extent of Ubud Monkey Forest is estimated to 27 acres and contains at least 115 different tree species. In addition, there is also a temple called Pura Dalem Agung temple Padangtegal which also serve as a source of sanctity to the Balinese because often times used as a ceremonial and religious places.

Leading to Wenara Wana

It lies in between the village of Padang Tegal and Nyuh Yellow, Ubud district, Regency of Gianyar, precisely 26 km from Denpasar City. Opening hours from 08 o'clock in the morning until 18:00 at night. The entry price is quite affordable at $ 20,000 for domestic tourists and Rp 40,000 for foreign tourists.

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Circus Waterpark Tuban

the beauty of Bali, playgrounds, exoticism and charm that can attract millions of tourists to visit. In addition to the awesome nature, Bali also has a facility that had been made by men for the complete range of fine kewisataan that are here. Circus Waterpark is a water park that is worth your while to visit Bali. The distance from the city center, about 13 km from Denpasar to make access to this place can be easily achieved.

What's Circus Waterpark? Circus rides Waterpark is a frequent destination for many people other than beaches, caves, mountains, and the other in Bali. Rides that are here divided into two rides for the kids and rides for adults. Some of the games that can be enjoyed by children as Falldown Basketball, Mini Tube Slider, Mini Speed ​​Slider, Kiddezt Phinicy Game and will be very spoiled children who are still the dominant instinct of play.

Whereas for adults are also available Tube rides like Speed, Speed ​​Slider, Spiral and Wave Speed ​​Slider. Here also you will be interested in full color and lazy river, the pond that surrounds the game on a vehicle with a depth of about 70 cm. Waterpark Circus was first opened in June 2011 with an area totaling 2 acres and is managed by a professional team so that the quality of service and responsiveness is no longer in doubt.

Foreign tourists who come here often dominated by immigrants from Japan, France, Australia and India. And most loved vehicle that spilled the bucket is big bucket full of water and after water is fully charged then it will automatically flush the spill and the visitors are there underneath. It was really fun, especially for children. Existing facilities in place include: mosques, gift shop, locker room, clinic room, toilet, food court, gazebo, a ballroom with a capacity of 500 people who were on the 2nd floor as well as adequate parking lot.

Lokasi

Circus Waterpark berada di Jalan Kediri, Tuban, Kuta, Bali –Indonesia.
Jam buka: jam 09.00 – 18.00

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Bali Cliff: Surfing the Enchanting Place

If you've just familiar and only visit tourist attractions such as Sanur, Kuta and others during the visit Bali, it would be nice to find another tourist atmosphere. One of the places that are not less interesting and beautiful, but not much is known of the tourists is Bali Cliff. What is Bali Cliff? 

Bali Cliff has three names as well as the Bali Cliff himself, Green Bowl and Hidden Beach. All three have their own reasons. Bali Cliff called because formerly existed and popularly known as Bali Cliff hotel and to facilitate the call and given the name of this resort dining dinamailah Bali Cliff. Then referred to as a Green Bowl on the grounds that if we look at this beach area from the air it will look its shape which resembles a bowl of water. Bali Cliff is also called the Hidden Beach because his life was a cliff behind the beach so it's pretty hard to find. 

Green Bowl or the Bali Cliff offers a view that is amazing. Can be seen the white sand that stretches, then a bluish color of the sea and the steep rock walls and a tough bit of beauty that can be mentioned. For those of you who are very fond of surfing, the Bali Cliff is an appropriate area for testing the courage and adrenaline. Many tourists also visit one of the reasons for wanting to try out surfing spots that are here. 

Types of waves is a regional classic that has a normal wavelength and the height is quite challenging. Basic beach consist of rocks that Behati not care if it will hurt the feet or other body parts. For the record, because the location is quite remote so you who are interested to visit Bali Cliff is expected to bring their own food supplies because there are many food vendors that are here and open in the daytime only.

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Bali Bedugul

Bedugul is the name used to cover a large area of the central highlands of Bali around the villages of Bedugul itself, Candikuning, Pancasari, Pacung and Wanagiri (amongst others). This is an area of great natural beauty. The focus point of the area centres on the three crater lakes of Bratan (Beratan), Buyan and Tamblingan, and the nearby botanical gardens. The whole area is at an altitude of 700 metres or more, with the tallest mountain peaks above 2,000 metres, and it can be distinctly chilly here.

This article covers the Bedugul area as well as the village of Munduk to the west, and areas between Bedugul and Mount Batukaru to the south west. Mount Batukaru itself is covered in the Tbanan

Map of the Bedugul area

Bedugul is located about 50 km north of Denpasar on a main route from South Bali to North Bali.

The area is served by regular bemos which depart from Batubulan terminal in Denpasar in the south, and from Singaraja in the north. The Perama bus company,has no local office in Bedugul so if you planning go further from Bedugul, buy ticket in Kuta, Ubud or elsewhere.

A common way for visitors to appreciate this beautiful mountain region is to hire a car and driver for the day from their base in South Bali. Make sure you have a driver who knows the area well (ask questions to determine this), and fix the price for the day in advance. Depending on the class of car, expect to pay between Rp 500,000 and 600,000 including petrol. Car parking fees and any entrance charges will be extra, and it is always appreciated if you offer to buy the driver lunch.

Another option is to hire your own car and drive up here. Be sure to bring a good map though, and when in doubt, always ask locals for directions.

If you are staying in Bedugul, hiring a motorcycle is a good idea as some of the distances between areas of interest are quite long. Your hotel will be able to arrange this and you should expect to pay from Rp 50,000 to 80,000 per day.

The physically fit will enjoy mountain biking here. There are no formal taxis but you will find plenty of drivers willing and able to transport you for a fixed price.

The area is well served by local bemos, and the central gathering points for these are in and around the car park at Candikuning Market, and in the vilage of Pancasari just before you reach Lake Buyan. Be prepared for the local users to be carrying all sorts of market produce, including live chickens and other animals.

Verdant rice terraces and valleys at Jatiluwih

• Bali Botanical Gardens (Kebun Raya Eka Karya), ☎ +62 368 21273, [2]. 8AM-6PM daily. One of Indonesia's four official botanical gardens. Located in Candikuning. The entrance road is identified by the presence of a giant stone corn on the cob statue! From the information centre buy a copy of an excellent little pamphlet called Six Self Guided Walks in the Bali Botanical Gardens and set off on your way. The gardens are huge covering some 160 hectares and any visitor with an interest in plants and trees could easily spend a whole day here. Also, an informative library and gift shop. Rp 7,500. 

• Jatiluwih, (on the main Sangeh to Bedugul road turn west towards Babanan about 8 km before you reach Bedugul. Follow the Jatiluwih signs and you will reach the pay booth.). A startlingly beautiful area of verdant, terraced rice paddies nestled in the shadow of Mount Batukaru. Take your time and explore thoroughly. There are a number hikes thorough truly stunning terrain. When you have had your fill there are a couple of cafes for refreshment (and yet more views). In 2007 this was nominated as a UNESCO world heritage site. Rp 10,000 per person plus Rp 5,000 per car.

• Munduk Waterfall, (about 1 km west of Munduk market). These falls are impressive and really roar in the wet season. A spot that is little visited, despite being perhaps the most impressive accessible falls on the whole island. Rp 5,000.

• Pura Ulun Danu Bratan (Lake Bratan Temple), Lake Bratan, Bedugul. 7AM-5PM daily. After Tanah Lot, this is perhaps the most photographed temple on the island and is certainly one of the iconic images of Bali. The temple sits on the western shore of Lake Bratan and it can give the illusion of actually floating on the water. Built in 1633, the temple is devoted to Ida Batara Dewi Ulun Danu, goddess of the lake. A beautiful temple in a truly stunning setting. Rp 10.000. 

• Explore the mountain roads and take in the wonderful views. The area around Munduk to the west of Lake Tamblingan is especially spectacular, and you can continue the drive through Munduk village to Banyuatis and then all the way to Seririt near Lovina on the north coast.

• Play golf at Bali Handara Kosaido Golf and Country Club, +62 362 22646 [3]. At an altitude of 1,142 metres and surrounded by green mountains, crater lakes and ancient forest, this Peter Thompson designed course is considered one of the very best in Asia.

Cloves drying by the roadside in Munduk

• Birdwatching is good in this area around the lakes, and in the botanical gardens where some 97 species have been officially recorded. A number of scarce montane species are to be found here.

• Water sports on Lake Bratan. Parasailing, speedboat rides and jetskis are all available if you are comfortable with polluting such a beautiful lake. The more environmentally conscious may wish to restrict their lake activities to renting a rowing boat. These are all controlled from Taman Rekreasi Bedugul (admission Rp 10,000) on the southern shore of Lake Bratan.

• Trekking in the mountains and around the lakes is very rewarding. There are regular, organised group departures from Taman Rekreasi Bedugul at Lake Bratan and the Botanical Gardens. If you require an individual guide for your own planned trek, your hotel will be able to help or ask at Taman Rekreasi Bedugul. Popular organised treks include:
  • Climbing Mount Catur (2,096m), starting at Taman Rekreasi Bedugul. This is quite a stiff climb.
  • Around Lake Tamblingan, returning by canoe. A very leisurely trek.
  • Around Jatiluwih with options from a 2 hour stroll to a stiff 8 hour trek.
  • The Munduk area is also popular and extremely scenic.

• Angseri hot springs lies about 20km to the south of central Bedugul. From the main market head directly south. It is well sign-posted.

Bali Treetop Adventure Park

• Understand the crops. Interesting crops grown in this area include coffee, vanilla, cloves and cacao. Once you know them, you will see clove trees everywhere at the side of the highland roads. There are several coffee plantations on the roads north of Lake Bratan and around Munduk.

• Bali Treetop Adventure Park, at the Botanical Gardens, +62 361 8520680, The park includes six main circuits that stretch from tree to tree, as well as nets, Tarzan Jumps, and bridges. Each run also features "Flying Fox" zip-lines of up to 160 metres, providing heart-pounding thrills to guests as they fly through the air. Two circuits are designed for young children from 4 years old.

• Bedugul (Bukit Mungsu) Traditional Market in Candikuning. Bedugul is the highland garden of Bali, producing lots of cool climate fruits and vegetables. In the market here you can find strawberries plus a myriad of tropical fruits, vegetables, corn and orchids. This is a great place to buy exotic spices, with mixed gift packs being especially popular. There is also an art section of the market with lots of handicrafts.

• Pick your own Strawberries. There are several strawberry farms in the area. Look for signs.

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