A Jewel of Indonesia – Bali Island

Part of the Indonesian archipelago, the Bali Island is blessed with nature’s beauty. Featuring volcanic cliffs, tropical forests, cascading rivers, pristine crater lakes, green paddy terraces, and sandy beaches, Bali Island is a favorite destination for tourists world-wide. The moderately warm Bali weather with ample sunshine makes it an ideal beach destination. The dance, music and culture of the locals infuse the holiday mood into travelers visiting Bali. The white sandy beaches and the gentle azure ocean waters form the back-drop of a splendid holiday in Bali, complete with relaxation, adventure and activities.

A scenic drive through narrow winding roads overlooking beautiful rice terraces brings you to the mountain village of Kintamani, which offers spectacular views of Lake Batur and the volcano. You take a full day tour to visit the active volcano of Batur , well known for its magnificent view of the active volcanic mountain. The “Mother Temple” in Besakih is Bali’s most holy and Indonesia’s biggest Hindu temple. A drive to Bali’s north coast takes you through picturesque rice terraces, and green plantations growing vanilla, chocolate, coffee, cloves, and wine grapes.

A natural pond formed by hot springs is a popular attraction near the village of Banjar. To feel the aroma of local vegetables, fruits, spices and herbs visit the famous market in Candikuning. The Munduk village is famous coffee and clove plantations, a tour of these plantations can leave you with a refreshing feel, before you proceed to see the Muduk waterfall. These secluded falls offer you a great opportunity to step into its shower and experience its cool spray of mist. The royal Taman Ayun temple in Mengwi, the holy monkey forest near Sangeh, and the Tanah Lot temple are other popular tourist spots in Bali. Enjoy a scenic sunset at the Tanah Lot temple, built on a huge rock, surrounded by the sea and dense foliage spilling over the cliffs.

The crystal clear waters of the ocean surrounding Bali make it an ideal spot to explore colorful marine life through adventure activities such has swimming, scuba diving, and snorkeling. Numerous tour operators offer cruises which take you to the various hidden panoramic gems of this island. White water rafting tours on the Ayung River is a popular choice for true adventure lovers. Bali has it all covered – from scenic landscapes and beautiful beaches to great adventure activities, making it a spectacular vacation destination.