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Get Close to Nature in Bali with These 6 Unforgettable Experiences

Tabassum Varma

Last updated: Jul 18, 2019

Bali is often said to be as beautiful as a dream and a tropical paradise at its best!

Overwhelmed by Bali’s multitude of offerings? We have picked up some of the most unique experiences in Bali that will make your trip unforgettable.

1. Sign up for the Mount Batur Sunrise Hike

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Imagine standing atop an ancient volcano and watching the sun come up over the sea, minus the crowds! At sunrise, witness how the sky magically changes from black to inky blue to pink and orange, slowly revealing the vast expanse of valley. You can even see the faint outline of the Island of Lambok in the distance from here.

Across the valley, there’s another higher volcano – Gunung Agung, and it takes almost 8 hours to reach that 3000-metre summit. It will be totally worth the feeling you get while standing at the top and soaking in the unmatched view.

2. Witness the Bioluminescent Plankton at Padangbai

How does spending a magical night while enjoying a spectacular underwater bioluminescence light show sounds? Located in the east of Bali, this beautiful fishing village called Padangbai, one of the best places for scuba diving and catching the bioluminescent shimmer LIVE!

Enjoy an unforgettable night dive which is absolutely comfortable for both certified divers as well as beginners, and while you are at it, come face to face with octopuses, crabs, spot reef sharks and more. Also, this is one of the best places for underwater photography.

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3. Visit the Ubud Monkey Forest

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Also known as the Sacred Monkey forest of Padangtegal, this sanctuary is one-of-a-kind.You will see hordes of Balinese long-tailed Macaques swinging through the canopies, lazing around or feeding on bananas. Besides getting fascinated by these playful animals, you can also walk along the paved pathways through a leafy nutmeg forest and come across some beautiful ancient temples with statues of guardian beasts covered in moss. What an incredible experience!

4. Spend a Day at the Aling Aling waterfall

Located very close to Singaraja, which is in the far north of the island. This waterfall in Bali’s Buleleng Regency tumbles over a 114-foot cliff. You can swim in its pools, slide down the natural water slide and dive into it from different heights. This beautiful spot is surrounded by lush jungles with walking trails leading to other smaller waterfalls. Now wonder it’s a favorite among hikers and nature lovers.

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5. Hop on the Bali Swing

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Swings definitely bring childhood memories back! Experience this beautiful abandon once again as you soar high above the verdant jungles, rice fields and rivers. This is hands down one of the best things to do in Bali to get the adrenaline flowing. Don’t forget to get clicked while in action on this unique swing.

6. Enjoy the Underwater Scooter Rides

An underwater scooter ride – wow! This is a must on your ‘things to do in Bali’ list. Now you can enjoy the underwater wonders of the island even if the traditional scuba diving practices freak you out. No experience or complicated gears are involved in this fun activity, as you would just need to sit on the unique vehicle, similar to a typical motorbike and steer your way through the vibrant corals.

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So, if you are looking forward to celebrate a special day or crave to have a knock-out holiday, you know where to head…

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