NESW Guide: 10+ Gorgeous Places to Go in Bali Indonesia
There are tons and tons of worthwhile places to go in Bali Indonesia. With its scenic landscape and seascape, this tropical island offers awesome tours to its beaches, hills, rivers, and forests. Besides, Bali also preserves a distinctive local culture and tradition. So, let’s take a bit of glance to our top 10 list on recommended places to go in Bali Indonesia!
1. Lovina & Menjangan Island
First off, let’s go north for a full snorkeling experience! As you know, snorkeling is one of the undeniably best ways to enjoy the lovely underwater scenery of Bali. Lovina Beach and Menjangan Island is the best public places in Bali combo for this water activity. Located in the north coast, Lovina is home for dolphins. While you can take an up-close look at the dolphins in Lovina, Menjangan Island is one of the worldwide famous snorkel points. This is where you can enjoy the beauty of Bali’s underwater life. So, having a Lovina and Menjangan Snorkeling Tour is a must-do for snorkeling enthusiasts and ocean lovers. Since Lovina and Menjangan Island are quite apart, hire a private car with local driver so you can travel comfortably.
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2. Mount Batur
Still in North Bali, there’s one gorgeous Bali tourism object for nature lovers. It is Mount Batur, the second tallest mountain in Bali, and an active volcano! If you visit the northeast area of the island, there is an activity you must try. It is Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking. Lots of people believe that the sunrise you see from the peak of Mount Batur is among the best ones in Bali. This is why Mount Batur is a best place to visit in Bali during sunrise. So, this activity is a must-do one.
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Bali Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Batur Natural Hot Spring
3. Trunyan & Penglipuran Village
If you visit Bali, make sure you learn and experience its distinctive culture and tradition. While staying around Mount Batur, you can drop by Trunyan Village. This home of Bali Aga people has a unique funeral tradition. Here, they don’t bury or cremate body of the deceased. They simply put them on the ground near the huge, ancient, nice-smelling Taru Menyan tree. Exceptional!
Besides Trunyan, another worth-to-visit village in Bali is Penglipuran. Here, the villagers preserve their culture and tradition well. They use traditional Balinese architecture for their houses, and you won’t find any vehicle here! So, joining Trunyan and Penglipuran Village Tour is a recommended all-in-one adventure for you to enjoy.
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4. Tirta Empul Water Temple
You haven’t visit Bali if you don’t stop by its temple. This is the island of thousand temples, you know. So, temple-hopping activity is a must. Well, you must have known some prominent temples in Bali. If you want something special, have refreshing bath in holy spring water of Tirta Empul as your tour highlights! Or, you can join a Tirta Empul, Ubud, and Tanah Lot Day Tour for the best temple-hopping experience. This takes you not only to two famous temples but also to the center of Balinese art and tourism: Ubud.
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5. Bali Safari and Marine Park
A good tour is not only fun, but also educative. If you think so, you probably want to put Bali Safari and Marine Park in your itinerary. This park offers you an educative safari and fun activity in its Fun Zone and Water Park. Bali Safari and Marine Park is a perfect Bali tourism object for family and special group tour. There are several packages that you can choose here; one of them is the night safari. Isn’t it interesting to go on safari at night? So, head to Gianyar Regency in eastern Bali to reach Bali Safari and Marine Park!
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6. Nusa Penida
Off the southeast coast of Bali, there are three smaller islands which are great alternatives to relax. Nusa Penida, the biggest among the three sisters, is the best place in Bali for couples. Lots of lovebirds (especially honeymooners) come to this island every year. This island offers you gorgeous view of the sea in Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, and Angel’s Billabong. Besides, visitors can enjoy snorkeling at Crystal Bay. Also, if you like hill more than beach, you can go to Bukit Teletubbies. Don’t expect to find Tinky-Winky, Dispy, Laa-Laa, or Po, though.
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7. Aqualand
Moving south, well, you know southern Bali is already recognizable. Indeed, there are countless outstanding tourism spots in South Bali. You can find Sanur Beach, Kuta Beach, Tanjung Benoa Nusa Dua, Uluwatu Temple… you name it! Among those places, Bali Wake Park’s Aqua Park is an exciting Bali new destination for 2018. This is a wide artificial lake with inflatables. You can walk, run, slide, or jump around while trying not to fall into the water and get wet. Also, night operation of this aqua park will be up this July. Who’s excited?
8. Jimbaran
Before moving to our last recommendation, let’s discuss about eating spot in Bali first. Well, talking about Bali destination place for fine seafood dining, Jimbaran is a legend. Jimbaran is known as a fishing village. You can even sign yourself up for a deep sea fishing experience. Yet, the most famous attraction is still Jimbaran Beach. Here is where tourists enjoy fancy seafood dinner at the beach, under the moonlight.
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9. Legian
For shopaholics, Legian is a heaven. Here, you can find a great number of stores and stalls. In fact, its location (which is just right next to the reputable Kuta) makes Legian a strategic place to drop by. Stroll around the famous lanes with rows of small stores and visit bigger shops as well. Best shopping spots in Legian include Legian Street, Garlic Lane Shopping Street, Merta Nadi Art Market, Rip Curl Surf Shop, Surfer Girl, Bamboo Blonde, Uluwatu, and many others. So, whenever you visit Bali, save some time to visit this area to shop for souvenirs.
10. West Bali National Park
Let’s end this NESW Guide Bali in the west. In the first point, we have talked about Menjangan Island. For your information, that tiny island is part of West Bali National Park. This widespread national park is a place interest in Bali where you can wander around spotting while animals. West Bali National Park is also a conservation area and a sanctuary for the exotic Bali Starling. This park comprises of rain forests, mountain range, and pristine beaches with clear seawater. West Bali National Park is 19,002.89 hectares wide. Pretty huge, huh?
So, those are some spots to visit all over Bali. To help you move around the island, you can find Bali car rental service useful.
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