Adventures in Bali
Discover the essence of Bali beyond the usual tourist hotspots with our guide to unique things to do on this captivating island. When it comes to unique things to do in Bali, planning ahead is key. Bali offers a plenty of offbeat experiences that will leave you breathless. From exploring hidden waterfalls and trekking through lush jungles to immersing yourself in traditional Balinese arts and crafts, Bali has it all.
1. Conquer the Canyons
Tukad Cepung Waterfall is definitely one of the most unique spots in Bali, hidden away in the between the rocks. You need to make a short hike but it is worth the while. Wear proper shoes since it is wet and might be muddy.
Best time to visit is morning around 9 am, this is the time you can have sun rays coming in the cave.
DISTANCE
30 km from Ubud
ESTIMATED TIME
35 minutes
ELEVATION GAIN
60 m
DIFFICULTY
Easy–Moderate
There is a small fee for entrance 15 000 rupiah.
2. Sunrise at Mount Batur
Are you up for little hike? You can visiti Mt Batur on your own, with guide, by car but the ultimate experience is to hike up in the dark with head lamp and find your way to most beautiful sunrise.
Start your ultimate experience at 2.00 am eating pancakes and getting a torch or headlamp since it is dark. During the hike you see small lights going up the hill and that view is already memorable. Our guide made a small break after short while and did the small pray for us to make it safe up and down. No need to say, we made it back totally healthy.
The road is rocky and have good shoes (not flip-flops). There are some loosen stones meanwhile, so watch your step.
If you are lucky it is clear sky and you can also see Agung. Treat yourself later with some hot springs near by or try Balinese special Kopi Luwak coffee at plantations.
DISTANCE
11 km
ESTIMATED TIME
5 hours
ELEVATION GAIN
500 m
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
3. Abandoned airplanes
Bali’s abandoned airplanes are a curious sight to behold. Scattered across the island, these aircrafts now rest forgotten and overgrown by nature. One of the most famous abandoned planes is the Boeing 737-200, located near Uluwatu. This plane has been transformed into a private luxury villa called Private Jet Villa by Hanging Gardens Air that is opening 2023. Talking about truely unique hotel experience!
4. Dive with Manta Rays
Go scuba diving or snorkeling at Nusa Penida or Nusa Lembongan islands to swim alongside majestic manta rays. These graceful creatures are known to frequent the waters around Bali, and diving with them is a memorable experience.
5. White Water Rafting on the Ayung River
Get your adrenaline pumping with a white water rafting adventure on the Ayung River. Navigate through thrilling rapids, pass by lush rainforests and rice terraces, and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you paddle along.
Biorock Pemuteran
Bonus add. We all knwow Bali has some of the worlds most amazing temples and now they gone also underwater. Pemuteran Underwater Temple Is One Of The Conservation Businesses. It is man built statues underwater to proceed reef restoration project. There are statues and temple under water. Best way to see these is scuba diving trip.
Tips
- Plan a ahead
- Check the weather forcast
- Dress accoordingly (no flip-flops on hiking)