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the rite of passage to visit when you visit Bali. Every night the beaches are packed with makeshift wooden huts local Indonesian “warung” eating-houses - fresh seafood is supplied by the local fisherman and cooked by the locals on the beach
in front of you. Indulge in a hearty and inexpensive meal of fresh fish or grilled lobster while mixing with the friendly locals.
centers for the ultimate relaxation. Ubud is the cultural focus of Bali, with spectacular landscape of dense jungles, soaring mountains and fertile rice paddy fields terracing the mountain’s edge. Ubud also features some magnificent Buddhist temples and religious sights. There are plenty of shops and boutiques in Ubud. Further out of town you can visit many of the furniture workshops and see the craftsmen at work. Many
of the established merchants can arrange for products to be shipped home for you.
Mount Agung is Bali’s highest volcano in the eastern area of Bali reaching 3,148 meters. It last erupted in 1963. You can ascend the stairs
to the monumental courtyard gate facing the main temple. The central shrine is dedicated to the Hindu trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The best way to visit Mount Agung is to arrange a local driver (tour guide) to take you out on a day trip. You can organise for them to take you to some of the other spectacular temples along the way including Ganung Batukau and Tanah Lot. Jimbaran Bay is a popular beach town and fishing village in the southern area of Bali. Some call this
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TEMPLE IN THE SEA
The much photographed Tanah Lot is well worth a day trip which can be easily organised through your accomodation as can tours to many other temples and attractions.
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It does not matter if you are carrying a surfboard or a beach towel, Bali’s beaches are breathtaking.
STAY
RCI affiliated resorts in Bali include:
Medewi Bay Retreat 6302
An impressive tropical island resort set amongst picturesque mountains and coconut plantations. The town of Medewi is hidden away on the West Coast of Bali, just 20 minutes from negara. The resort is surrounded by mountains, ocean and coconut plantations.
Royal Bali Beach Club at Candidasa 3968 Located at Balina Beach on the outskirts of Candidasa, the resort is surrounded on one side by coral-filled seas and on the other by an active volcano. The resort is great for snorkeling and fishing and the ambience is uniquely Balinese. The resort has glass-bottom boats for viewing sea life and an outdoor Jacuzzi, as well as a restaurant with regular entertainment.
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jimbaran Bay Beachfront Restaurant
T: (0361) 216 8521.
Kelan, Jimbaran Bay.
dining on the beach! delicious seafood & romantic sunsets. www.jimbaranbeachrestaurant.com
KuDeTa T: (0361) 736 969.
Jl. Oberoi No.9 Seminyak Benoa Kuta Selatan Badung Bali, 80361.
The dining scene at kU dE TA has scooped many prestigious international awards including top awards from Wine Spectator and The Miele guide.
Bali World Heritages Tour
T: 04 777 4141. departs 9am - 5pm
Taman Ayun, Lake Beratan and Ulundanu Beratan Temple, Candi kuning Fruit and Vegetable Market, Jatiluwih, and Tanah Lot. Pick up and drop off at most accommodation. www.toursbylocals.com
Elephant Safari Park, Taro, Ubud
T: (0361) 898 888. Jalan Elephant Park Taro, Taro Village, Tegallalang, Ubud.
Park open 8.00Am to 6.00Pm daily. www.elephantsafariparklodge.com
White water Rafting
T: (0361) 721 480.
grab your oars and get ready to rage with this exhilarating rafting adventure on the spectacular 33 Rapids on Ayung River. www.baliadventuretours.com
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jari Menari ‘Dancing Fingers’ T: (0361) 736 740. Raya Basangkasa #47, Seminyak Area.
Imagine, laying in this room, having a massage surrounded by nature therapists. www.jarimedari.com
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