Bali Guide – Information for your trip to Bali

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There is hardly another island that represents a tropical paradise as much as Bali. The Indonesian island is extremely diverse and offers many fascinating landscapes, from dreamlike sandy beaches to tropical forests and lush rice fields to imposing volcanoes. The traditional Hindu culture of the Balinese allows travellers to immerse themselves in a completely different world. Ancient, richly decorated temples can be found all over the island and are still considered extremely important shrines by the locals. It is not for nothing that Bali is also known as the island of the gods.

Activities in Bali

The dreamlike sandy beaches in the south of Bali naturally invite you to enjoy a beach holiday straight out of a picture book. However, if you prefer to be active and experience as much as possible, Bali offers numerous options.

For example, surfers – or those who want to become surfers – will get their money’s worth. Numerous surf spots with great surf offer the right waves for beginners as well as for advanced or professional surfers. Bali is one of the best destinations for surfing.

But Bali also has plenty to offer below the surface. Diving enthusiasts can explore the impressive underwater world at many fascinating diving spots. Numerous diving schools near the main spots ensure that you will find the right equipment and a guide.

If you prefer to head for the heights instead of diving down, you should consider climbing one of the volcanoes. Volcano tours are offered on both Gunung Batur and Gunung Agung, the highest mountain on the island. Those who start such a tour in the middle of the night will be rewarded with a spectacular sunrise. Many a mountain bike tour has its starting point near the volcanoes, so that you can ride through an impressive landscape.

But Bali is also wonderful to explore away from the volcanic areas. Numerous trails through very different landscapes, rice fields or the national park invite you to go hiking. Many excursion destinations, for example some temples or waterfalls, can be wonderfully combined with a hike.

Places of interest

Bali has been shaped by Hinduism for centuries. The gods are still worshipped today and the religion plays a prominent role for the Balinese. Accordingly, countless temples can be found all over the island – it is estimated that there are more than 10,000. Many of these temples are small and inconspicuous. However, some are steeped in history and are among the most popular attractions in Bali. The temples ‘Pura Tanah Lot’ or ‘Pura Luhur Uluwatu’, for example, are real visitor magnets.

The famous rice terraces of the island also have a long history and today magically attract tourists. The Jatiluwih and Tegalalang rice terraces are among the most beautiful. The view of the terraced, lush green rice fields is always impressive.

Nature in Bali also has plenty to offer. For example, there is the national park in the northwest of the island, where, with a bit of luck, you can see the rare Bali starling, a species of bird that only exists in Bali. There are many beautiful waterfalls scattered across the island, located in the middle of natural surroundings. The barren volcanic landscapes form a stark contrast to the waterfalls. In some places on the two active volcanoes, the earth is very hot, so there is hardly any vegetation to be found here.

Cities & villages in Bali

The regions in Bali are just as diverse as the landscapes. The south of the island is much more populated and is the tourist centre. The north of Bali is noticeably quieter. Nevertheless, there are great opportunities to spend your holiday here and explore the island with a little less hustle and bustle. The far west of Bali is also a very quiet and relaxed place to travel. Although the island’s only national park is located here, tourism is still very manageable. The situation is somewhat different in the east of Bali. There are several attractions here, such as the island’s largest volcano and popular coastal towns. However, tourism is not comparable to that in the south of Bali.

Towns in the south of Bali

As mentioned above, the south of Bali is heavily influenced by tourism. On the west coast of the southern part of the island, you will find popular places such as Canggu, Legian or Seminyak. On the east side of Bali’s south is the capital Denpasar, which is also the largest city on the island. It is usually much more hectic here than in most other places in Bali. Nevertheless, the city is worth a visit and, in addition to great markets with traditional handicrafts, it also offers impressive sights with many temples, palaces and museums. The area surrounding Denpasar is a little more tranquil: in the coastal town of Sanur, travellers will find a beautiful, long sandy beach and numerous leisure activities.

Towns in the north of Bali

Compared to the south, the north of Bali is quiet and tranquil. Singaraja is the second largest city on the island, but it is not particularly important to tourism. The situation is different in Lovina – the collective name for individual villages west of Singaraja. Lovina is the tourist centre of northern Bali, but it is still much quieter than the south.

Towns in the west of Bali

Further west of Lovina, there is another relatively quiet region of Bali. In addition to the original and beautifully situated village of Pemuteran, Gilimanuk in the far west of the island is also worth mentioning. From here you can take a ferry to Java and immerse yourself in a world that is very different from Bali. Both places are particularly suitable for exploring the Bali Barat National Park.

Towns in the east of Bali

In the eastern part of Bali, you will find places that are very much influenced by tourism, such as the coastal resort of Nusa Dua, which is ideal for beach holidays with a little luxury. The harbour town of Padang Bai, on the other hand, is not a tourist magnet, but it does have some beautiful beaches. From here, you can also transfer to surrounding islands. Ferries also depart from Amed, also in the east of Bali, towards Lombok. Both Amed and Padang Bai are good starting points for diving trips.

Conclusion: Bali is a real holiday paradise

In summary, it can be said that Bali has something to offer every holidaymaker. Bali is a great destination for beach and family holidays. Culture vultures and history enthusiasts will also find plenty to keep them occupied on the Island of the Gods. Bali is an ideal destination for divers and surfers, with world-class spots in the area. No matter what you want to get out of your holiday in Bali, the options are extremely diverse and invite you to discover this tropical paradise in a variety of ways.