When visiting Bali, you just cannot miss Kuta, famously known for its surfers, having an ocean beach of five kilometres in length; it is by far the cleanest and most appealing of them all. Kuta is the most popular and well known destination on the island. To add to its charm, there is a never ending supply of beach traders offering relaxing massages and even skilled hair braiding to mention but a few. At night time Kuta really comes alive with its vibrant nightlife and endless partying which should appeal to all ages as the type of visitor ranges from backpackers to families.
If culture is what you are looking for then Ubud in the centre of Bali is the place for you, with its quiet and serene atmosphere, this is a place where artists and craftsmen literally thrive, you will come across the most wonderful quaint workshops and galleries exhibiting true artefacts of old, you can take in the beautiful sights of terraced rice fields that adorn the local river where life really is unspoilt by modern day living. At night you can relax in a quiet bistro, take in the local cuisine and feel like you are truly in a different world.
Why not spend some time relaxing in Bali's Waterbom Park and Spar where you can indulge in a trip down the Lazy River after a slide through the tropical Jungle Ride, or whether you feel energetic enough to take part in the water volleyball, there is table tennis as well as badminton, or enjoy the sandy beach to play your volleyball on, in fact there is something for all the family to enjoy and will give you a wonderful day out, be sure to capture you children's faces, it is somewhere that the children will talk about for a long time to come.
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In late afternoon you will be well advised to visit the temple sanctuary at Tanah Lot, where you can capture the silhouette of this beautiful temple, which amazingly can be seen rising from the water that surrounds it, the tranquillity of the setting is truly amazing. Built in the 16th century by one of the very last priests from Java, it is said to have poisonous sea snakes at its base that guard against intruders and also evil spirits. This truly is a sight that you will want to capture on camera as a special memory of its mesmerizing beauty.
If you are looking for somewhere exclusive to stay whilst visiting Bali then look no further than the Nusa Dua resort which can be found in southern Bali. This resort is a playground to the rich and famous. Known for its crystal clear waters and diamond white beaches with the gentle tide lapping along its shores, people fall in love with Nusa Dua. Most impressively are the very luxurious and wealthy hotels, some of which are classed as the most beautiful in the world and will no doubt bring a rich comfort to you whilst staying in this fabulous resort.
A Drive to the northeast from Denspasar, you will be amazed to see stone figures adorning the roadside, passing these very unusual stone figures you will enter the village of Batubulan, this is a truly memorable village, the carvings of the demons are from sandstone and adorn the houses and temples, a very crafted village, you have the great pleasure of visiting the workshops which fill this unique village and watch as the craftsmen carve these wonderful ornaments. One thing you will take away from Batubulan is the feeling that this village has still got the old values and traditions from centuries past still very much evident in their way of life today.
One of the most awesome places in Bali to visit is the still very much active volcano Gunung Batur, the rumblings of this magnificent volcano can still be felt from time to time, in fact two famous eruptions took place in 1917 and 1926 and are still spoke of today in nearby villages, with a more recent eruption in 1994. You can climb to many high points which offer panoramic views of the area where you will also see a crater lake that was the result of a huge eruption more than 30,000 years ago. The summit is very famous for the breathtaking view of the sunset.
Another great family day out and also a must visit attraction in Bali has to be the Treetop Adventure Park, this is an experience in itself, with its Tarzan swings, bridges and jumps you have the thrilling experience of becoming a real life Tarzan, with its six circuits around the trees and flying fox zip lines, your heart will be in your mouth as you fly through the air, these are great for groups of friends to participate in and what better way to relax afterwards than in the Botanical Garden, a great way to end your day.
Uluwatu really is the sightseeing capital of the world, never before will you have seen so many wonderful views than you can see from this cliff top temple, with the famous and friendly monkeys that freely roam in search of one of the many generous visitors bearing peanuts and apart from the historical point of being one of the oldest temples in Bali, it is also in one of the most unusual positions ever, here you can watch the ocean below the 100 meter high cliff whilst the surfers hit the surf, experience the fantastic sunset whilst dining in one of the restaurants perched up high, an unforgettable experience.
Finally you definitely need to try out the Baleraf Bakas Levi Rafting where trained professionals will take you along the Melagit River, face the thrills and excitement of the waterfalls and sharp turns around the steep cliffs as you watch in awe of your surroundings, You can take in nature at its best whilst in the safe hands of these professionals, this is one ride you will be glad you took, the refreshing way you stop half way to have that well deserved and welcomed swim, and end the day with a lovely and tasty buffet dinner, what more could you ask for.
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