Trekking in Bali

Trekking in Bali

Some places you simply can't take a bike.... like a volcano. Bali's ancient and rugged landscape is well represented by Danau Batur, also known as Gunung Batur. The volcanic cones of Gunung Batur are located in mas

sive bowl-shaped calderas. The majestic Gunung Batur rises to a towering 1,717 metres, and remains one of Bali's natural wonders.

Best viewed in the early morning at sunrise, Gunung Agung Bali's highest and most revered mountain, is the island's ultimate trekking challenge. It is not difficult to climb, but you need a reasonable level of fitness. Start really early - a few hours before sunrise. You'll need a guide to take you up in the dark. The locals are well used to starting at 3am so don't worry. They'll show you a trick or two about avoiding loose shale under your feet, and even demonstrate how to boil an egg on the hot rocks!

Some of the locals (obviously triathlon candidates) will climb ahead of you (actually they whizz past) just to have a coke or water ready when you reach the top. They've made the effort to climb, so don't begrudge the slightly higher price for a drink! After all, how many people can say they sat on a volcano at sunrise and were waited upon?

Do remember to report to the police station at Selat before start off on your excursion, and drop by again on your return. A guide is necessary, and one can be pre-arranged in Selat or Muncan by just asking around the markets, or by contacting the Selat police station.

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Bali Cycling Tours

Bali Cycling Tours

A perfec wayto see the countryside - these "gentle adventures" offer a ride through rainforest, ricefields and t

he Bali backwaters with a few climbs up one or two hills!

Local guides will give you an insight into Balinese rural life, customs and religion, en route. An excellent way to quietly slip into the Balinese lifestyle.

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Whitewater Rafting in Bali

Whitewater rafting, river kayaking and cycling are just a few of the activities on offer around Bali's beautiful interior. Mountain trekking and climbing ancient volcanoes are among the more exotic pastimes on such a small island. No wonder it's been voted the best island destination by readers of prestigious magazine "Travel and Leisure."

Soak up refreshing jungle sights and smells at Bali's rich national parks and botanical gardens, have a splashing time at Bali's waterfalls, or dip into the soothingly hot springs of Banjar...

Whitewater Rafting in Bali

The spectacular Ayung gorge provides the setting for one of the most exhilarating of white water rafting adventures. The shallow winding river Ayung offers an adrenaline pumping ride with stops along the truly idyllic shoreline. A number of experienced companies run by veteran river guides operate tours including the adventure specialists SOBEK who also operate mountain treks and cycling tours.

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Legian Activities

Bungy Jumping, Surfing, Sunbathing

Do you want to escape from the hectic atmosphere of Kuta? Or do you just want to search for Balinese antiques? Legian offers you a road-long 'art shop' selling everything from beads and accessories to hand-painted batik. Here, you can find almost every type of traditional arts and crafts from all over Indonesia. Care for a little adventure? You can also try wandering through the local back alleys and if you're lucky you might find some interesting galleries or antiques shops with rare items.

And if you’re a sun lover you can always spend your days on the beach but don't forget your shades and sun block because during certain months such as April to September the weather gets a lot hotter than usual. Legian Beach's warm and still water is a great place to spend time with your kids and family.

Bungy Jumping

Remember the last time you experienced something that made you feel as if your soul flew out of your body? No it’s not your first bike ride, and neither your first kiss. It’s tackling a dare-devil stunt when your life is literally hanging by a 'thread'. Wel actually not quite a thread: with a minimum breaking strain point of over 2.2 tons each bungy cord is as safe a way as ever to take your leap of a lifetime.
A.J Hackett Bungy Jumping
Location: Double Six Street

Surfing

Because of its reef-less seabed, Legian Beach is suitable for those who want to try catching a wave. You can rent a board for Rp. 20,000 to Rp. 50,000 per hour depending on the size of the board and ask for free lesson from the renter, or if you want to be taught by a professional surfer there are many surf schools just along the beach such as Rip Curl’s Surf School.

Sunbathing

On Legian Beach you can get a tropical glow that’ll make your friends jealous. Don’t forget to always slap on sunblock to avoid sunburn. Also taking along some snacks, cold drinks, and magazines is a must, because once you lie on the warm sand it’s kind of hard to even turn around. Still, a few beach games will do you good – you could join some local beach boys playing soccer or racket ball while catching some rays. Unlike Kuta, Legian Beach suffers less from hassling vendors and is also wider. ReadMore.....

Legian Attractions

What to see in Legian

Located between the famous surfing Mecca, Kuta, and middle-upper class hangouts, Seminyak, Legian is a recreational place where one can shop, swim or go to a spa. Legian Beach is one of the famous beaches in Bali along with Double Six Beach which is actually just the northern part of Legian Beach.

Since it has fewer crowds and lower tides Legian is just the perfect place to get lazy. If you’re looking for a place to stay with a limited budget, Legian is the perfect option in spite of its strategic location and is perhaps less chaotic than its neighbour Kuta, yet still gives lends a party atmosphere because some of Bali hippest bars and lounges are located in this area.

Legian Beach

The beach starts from Melasti to Werkudara Street, and since there is no public transport access there's a sidewalk stretch from Legian Beach Hotel to Jayakarta Hotel. Legian Beach gives you more of a resort feel and offers more beach activities than normal. You can go for a swim, take a surfing lesson, go canoeing in certain months, play beach volleyball or maybe just lie and soak up the sun.

If that's not enough, you can stroll along the beach sidewalk and maybe stop by for cocktails, shoot some pool, or get a massage. Legian Beach is a hip place to hang out at night; there's everything here from live music bars to beachside restaurants, from Mexican food to Mediterranean fare. There are a number of cottages, exclusive bungalows and luxury hotels embracing the shores of the beach and one can enjoy easy access to the beach from these accommodation choices. The beach is full of excitement and tropical party treats.

Double Six Beach

If you have fashionable tastes and have worked your body into great shape, this beach is the perfect place to show how cool you can stay in the summer heat. Grab your latest shades and iPod and stroll along from noon till sundown, 'cause this place is busy with stylish people who want to see and be seen.

Double Six Beach is on the north side of Legian Beach and it reaches from the Jayakarta Hotel to The Double Six Club. Why is the club so famous? Because occasionally it holds Ibizan-style beach parties with famous DJs and they last for days.

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