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Excursions in Bali
Elephant Cave
Goa Gajah - Elephant Cave
Not far from the resort of Ubud, in the direction of the city Gianyar Dutch traveler in 1923 it was discovered an amazing place that now bears the name "elephant cave". There are several hypotheses about the origin of this name because it is known that in Bali until the XIX century, there were no elephants. All of these assumptions have every right to exist, but they are not as interesting as the question about the purpose of this cave. Most likely, a cave dating back XI century, served as a sanctuary or Hindus, or Buddhists, or for those and for others, because inside it were found objects of worship of both religions. The cave entrance is decorated with stone ornaments, depicting people, plants and animals, in addition, he is guarded by fearsome head demon. It consists of 15 different cave-largest caves. They are such interesting sights of antiquity as phallic symbols of Shiva, Ganesha statue, and built of stone with a large bathroom with six statues surrounding it probably served for ablutions praying.
Yeh Pulu - Ganesha Monument
Near Goa Gajah it is one of the historical sites of the island, which is called Yeh Pulu. This historical and cultural monuments is the rock carvings of the god Ganesha and a variety of domestic scenes, carved on a rocky section with a length of almost 25 meters. If you read these images in order from left to right, some of these images will develop a complete story. Researchers believe that the basis of the plot of the life of Krishna. Dated this sanctuary around XIV century.
The complex of Gunung Kawi
The complex of Gunung Kawi
This unique historical monument is located a few tens of kilometers to the north-east of Ubud, and is a complex of royal tombs XI century. Can serve as a reference point located near Tirta Empul -svyaschennye sources. This complex, which is considered the oldest monument of Balinese culture, include gravestones carved in the form of figures of ancient rulers of the island. Figures only ten, and they are located in niches carved into the rock to a depth of 7 meters. Five tombstones located on the east side of the canyon, four figures - in the west, and another tombstone, belonging to no one, is a little bit away from the rest. It is believed that the figures in the east, are the image of King Udayana right then, his wife Queen Mahendratty and their heirs - maracatu, Anak Vungsu and Airlangga. Four are located in the east of the figures depict concubines Anak Vungsu. There is also a view that the whole complex was dedicated to him.
Kintamani Tour
One of the most fascinating and exciting excursions to the island is an 8-hour Kintamani Tour. During the tour, guests will visit the village and important places of Bali: Batubulan famous Mas woodcarving, jewelry remesёl Cheluk center, a kind of cultural capital of Ubud. And, of course, during a visit by an acquaintance with Kintamani volcano and volcanic Lake Batur.
Tanah Lot Temple
Mengwi Tour with a visit to the temple of Tanah Lot
This is a very exciting five-hour tour, including visits to the famous royal temple Taman Aayun, Kedaton Monkey Forest, which is located inside the old castle, and the famous Tanah Lot Temple. The tour program is also provided lunch.
Klungkung - Besakih
This interesting tour that introduces visitors to the east of the island, takes a full day. The tour includes visits to the city of Gianyar, which demonstrate his art of local weavers, with a visit to the town of Klungkung pond surrounded Kertagosa - Hall of Justice, as well as the bat cave Goa Lava, situated on the road into the mountains. Lunch time tourists spend in the restaurant "Bukit Jambul", getting an opportunity to enjoy a meal during the beautiful terraced rice fields. The tour is a visit situated on Mount Agung Hindu shrine - the famous temple of Besakih.
Rafting and elephant safaris
During this excursion is offered puieshestvennikam rafting on a mountain river Ayung among wild beaches and rainforest. On the way there are 20 rapids, so the adrenaline is provided on a journey. Accompanying tourists during alloy experienced instructors and advise and help beginners and those who consider themselves more experienced, to ensure complete safety.
Continuing the tour offers horseback riding on the largest land animals on the equatorial tropics, which also left an impression for life.
Park reptiles and birds - Ubud
Five-hour tour offers a visit to the famous park of reptiles and birds, and after them - the village of Ubud, the famous hand-made batik, which provided an opportunity not only to get acquainted with the creative process, but also buy a variety of works of art from local artists.
Lombok Island
This island is located east of Bali, 50 kilometers, a population of about three million people. Local people call their island "dry land." Nature Lombok is more like Australia and very different from Bali, so for those who want to explore as much as possible to Indonesia, Lombok is a very interesting option.
Standard one-day tour begins 20-minute flight to the island of Lombok Strait by the same name and includes a guided visit to local villages Penundzhak, Sukarasa and Rambinan, as well as lunch on the beach of Kuta.
Borobudur - Prambanan
In the morning, tourists get to the plane on the island of Java city of Yogyakarta, where during the day there are excursions to the palace of the sultan, the largest in the world of the existing Buddhist temple of Borobudur and so on. If there is such a desire, you can stay here for the night.
Cruise to coral reefs
Tourists are offered a wonderful sea walk that day will be remembered not only first-class recreation and a unique atmosphere, but also striking for its colorful views of the island, which can be seen from the side of a magnificent 34-meter catamaran. Do not be bored during stops when organized riding on a special boat, equipped with a glass bottom, and swimming in the clear ocean waters. If desired, you can also visit different exotic nature wild desert beaches. The special flavor give this trip a unique local cuisine and other specialties.
Taman Ayun
Bedugul - Tanah Lot
The program of this tour will visit Taman Uyun, the royal temple and the Monkey Forest Kedaton. Then offered a trip to the famous Bedugul mountain resort, which is characterized by breathtaking views of the lake Beratan. Next to this lake it is one of the most beautiful temples of Bali. As part of the tour is also invited to visit the flower and fruit market. After lunch provided familiarity with the famous Tanah Lot temple, built on a rock surrounded by the sea. The special effect of this tour due to the fact that it is held at sunset, when the temple looks amazing.
Centers crafts and dances - Monkey Forest
This tour offers visitors to see in the town Batubalan presentation Balinese dance "Barong" and village Tohpoti - see how batik painting is done and buy pearls and stones. Also in the program of the tour includes a visit to the monkey forest, village Cheluk, which is considered to Bali one of the centers of jewelry and Ubud.
Uluwatu Temple
Uluwatu
The tour to the temple of Uluwatu, inhabited by a tribe of monkeys is 4 hours. This unique temple is considered one of the special attractions of the island, built on the rock, almost hanging over the waters of the Indian Ocean. Here you can admire the Balinese national dance "Kechak." Ends tour a wonderful dinner at the restaurant located next to the beautiful Jimbaran Bay.
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Complex
More unfinished today complex is planned as the personification of the whole of Hinduism and Balinese culture. The location of this grand complex of selected hill on the peninsula of Nusa Dua, which offers a magnificent panorama of the whole island. The area of the complex includes a huge area allocated for religious processions, a unique concert stage with the natural acoustics, which created thanks brought to the island of Java a huge stone monoliths. It often hosts theatrical performances and concerts of world performers. The main attraction of the complex is a symbolic yet stub 146-meter high statue of one of the major Hindu deities - Vishnu showing him on the mythical bird Garuda.
Cruise to the dolphins
This tour is a two-hour walk along the coast of the peninsula of Nusa Dua in a speedboat. In these waters the dolphins are found almost constantly, so the chances are to get acquainted with these wisest inhabitants of the sea is very high.
Waterpark "Waterbom"
The only water park on the island is located in the Kuta tourist attractions and is a very attractive place, with both kids and adults. The water park includes 4 hectares of unique tropical gardens. On it are presenting with all the guests a lot of positive emotions 14 water slides (the length of one of them is more than a kilometer), lazy river and other attractions. There are specially designed for children mini-park with a pond and a lovely spa-salon. Also, guests are invited to visit the water park swim-up bar and two restaurants, mineral baths, massages. The park is open daily from 9 am to 18 hours.
Crocodile Farm
A six-hour tour of the crocodile farm allows you to get acquainted with living here for almost 350 reptiles. Length of local residents reaches five meters, and the age of some of them close to three-valued value. In addition, on a farm, you can admire the famous lizards from Komodo.
Ubud
This tour provides an excellent opportunity to learn better Balinese culture. A typical Balinese carvings, sculptures and paintings by local artists, amazing walks in this wonderful city - all this six-hour tour of the proposed program. In addition, during the tour you can also visit a spa-center and a fine dinner in the restaurant, which offers an interesting view of the rice fields.
Bedugul - Singaraja
During this tour, travelers will have the opportunity to visit the old capital of the island - the city of Singaraja. Before this stop is planned in the village of Bedugul to visit the lakeside very beautiful Hindu temple. Also in the program of the tour includes a visit to Lovina resort area and one of the largest and most popular waterfalls in Bali.
Komodo Island
This tour offer a three-day tour of the island, the first known living here a giant dragon - monitor lizards. This tour is one of the most spectacular in Bali, but not the most comfortable, as the island of Flores, which is one of the planned overnight stays, offers a very weak tourism infrastructure, and personal belongings are worth much closer look than most of Bali. It's worth noting that with a grab have comfortable shoes, hats and mandatory insect repellent. However, these are minor compared to the main purpose of trip - observation of the direct descendants of dinosaurs, which are known as fancies.
Sumatra Island
This tour provides an excellent opportunity for every traveler to see the unique natural wealth of Sumatra - one of the largest islands of Indonesia. In the tropical jungles of the island hides a lot of interesting things: armadillos, orangutans, flying foxes, tapirs, hornbills, binturong, zhёltohvostye pheasant and a great variety of other exotic birds and animals. By the way, in Sumatra grow the largest flowers of all known on the planet - Arnold Rafflesia, the diameter of which can reach 90 centimeters.
New Guinea
This tour - a great opportunity to walk in the footsteps Maclay. This tour includes walking on located on the territory of New Guinea Baleym Valley, where even today the natives live Lani tribes, Dani and Yali. During the tour you can get acquainted with the everyday aspects of life of these people, their traditions and culture, which is, without doubt, a unique experience. Besides all this, the nature of the valley Baleym truly picturesque and unique.