Bali Your Honeymoon Destination

Bali is one of the most visited places in Southeast Asia and a paradise for nature lovers, with amazing natural landscapes and historic temples, Bali has a reputation to be called as the gem of Southeast Asia.

Here are some shortlisted places you can visit in Bali.

 Uluwatu 

Every temple in Bali is unique in its own way; this one is renowned for its astonishing location which is alongside a cliff with a view of the vast Indian Ocean. 

The temple is a 15 to 20 min walk from the entrance where you will need to get a cloth to cover your legs if you are wearing shorts, its part of their culture and is compulsory. The path leading up to the temple has stunning views and a hotspot for capturing photos.

Bali is known for its natural beauty and the amazing Balinese culture; here you can get a taste of both with a beautiful sunset in the background. Daily at 6pm the famous Kecak dance is performed which is a memorable thing to see in Bali.

 MOUNT BATUR

Mount Batur is an active volcano located on the east part of the island and 76 km from the main city of Kuta, Daily The volcano is climbed by hikers to witness the mesmerizing view of the sun rising above the clouds which is one of the most recommended things to do in Bali. 

 Alongside the volcano is Lake Batur created by the eruption in 1971. It is considered holy by the Balinese people. The lake is famous for its serene blue water plenty of fishing spots, boating, canoeing, and swimming.

Tirta Empul 

Tirta Empul meaning 'the holy water spring' is one of the largest water temples in Bali, known for its therapeutic effects on body, mind, and soul. The peaceful pond and the sounds of the surrounding woods really adds up to a relaxing place for a break from exploring, tourists prefer coming early in the morning around 8am to engage in the ritual bathing.

From Kuta the temple is 51km and takes up to 1hr via road, many transport options are available from Kuta with reasonable fairs.

 Nusa Penida

Nusa Penida is an island located southeast of Bali known for its iconic beaches and waterfalls, Nusa Penida is one of the most raw and untouched wonders of nature which is full of stunning tourist attractions you can pay a visit.

Here are some of the shortlisted places you can visit in Nusa Penida

1. peguyangan waterfall

The waterfall is located at the bottom of a cliff, to get there you will have to descend through the beautiful blue-colored stairs alongside the cliff, it’s steep but is safe and the stairs are sturdy, hiking down you will realize it’s not really a waterfall but a sacred temple with natural springs where you will find locals showering. Some will find it disappointing but the view from the stairs and the path leading up to the fall is really iconic and feels like an adventure.

2. Kelingking cliff and beach

 

This place is the most photographed place in Nusa Penida, also known as the T Rex Beach. It is very less crowded and the way to the beach is risky and not so safe although the view you get while descending to the beach is just spectacular.

3. Broken beach 

Broken beach is a cove with an archway through which ocean water splashes in, the beach is famous for its unique shape and is a magnet for adrenaline junkies for cliff jumping into the water but it's not recommended as it is risky and the currents are very strong.

Pandawa beach

Bali has some of the best beaches in Southeast Asia; one of them is the Pandawa beach also known as 'Pantai pandawa'. This white sand beach is located in the southern part of the island and is well-known for its clear water which is a combination of blue and green.

The place offers many fun activities like paragliding which is favorable due to the strong ocean currents and is recommended for visitors, hire kayaks just put on a life vest and cruise on the Indian Ocean.

The way to pandawa beach is extraordinary, the road cuts through the limestone cliff revealing the wide view of the Indian Ocean, making journey as beautiful as the destination.

Bali safari park

Bali safari park is Indonesia's award-winning theme park with more than 100 species including rare and endangered species like Komodo dragon, white tiger, leopard, and other magnificent creatures.

After getting the ticket from the entrance you will have to wait at the bus station where a safari bus will pick you up to start your tour, along the way you will see many different animal species living in their man-made habitat which shockingly feels natural.

After the safari ride, you can explore the rest of the park on foot and visit many parts like the Bali Theatre, animal shows, restaurants, and fun zones.

Pro Tip: Study the map of the park before entering to not miss any important shows. The map of the park is available on the brochure.

The entry fees is around 45 dollars for adults and 36 dollars for children.

BALI PULINA

Bali pulina is an Agro park located in Ubud, the place is surrounded by dense forest where you can find various types of plant species.

Inside the park you can see the plantation of different types of coffee, The place offers visitors free tasting of 8 types of coffee including 'Kopi Luwak' the most expensive coffee in the world.

You can also buy those coffees and some flavoured chocolates inside, after that you can just hang around the cafe for a while enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings.

Originally written by huzefamhowala



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