Firstly, let me introduce myself… My name is GEDE SUYASA and most people just call me GEDE which is pronounced like the English greeting ‘G’day’. With this blog, We offer my clients personally customised tours with each itinerary especially designed to your interests and tastes. Whether it is sightseeing, culture, art, shopping or just cruising around Bali exploring parts of the island you have never seen, I am happy to ensure your journey is relaxing and comfortable for your needs.
Jatiluwih, in the Balinese language translated means Beautiful Teak. Here, one can marvel at the vast expanses of terraced, green rice paddies stepped along an entire mountain, from its peak to where its foot meets the sea. Aside from its agricultural development, this panoramic landscape has also established itself as a tourist destination.
Explore the eastern side of Bali, Visit highlights including Ujung Water Palace, Lempuyang Temple, and the water gardens of Tirta Gangga.
Explore the beautiful garden and around the area of taman ujung water palace.
Experience walking around beautiful pond with lot of fishes and artistic statue and building around the area. it is one of the highlight place to visit in Bali.
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The famous gate of heaven at lempuyang temple. Lets capture your best pictures with us...!!
Dotted with shrines, rice paddies, and mountains, escape the crowds at Bali’s heart of culture and be wowed by the beautiful landscapes of Ubud.
1. Whitewater Rafting in Ayung River
This one's an experience you have to add to your list of things to do in Bali! The Ayung River in Ubud is the widest and longest river in Bali that stretches all the way from the northern mountainous area in the region. Hop on an inflatable raft and have an adrenaline-pumping time navigating through the rushing streams and waves of the river.
2.Mount Batur
Break a sweat and you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking (literally) views of Bali on this . Mount Batur is an active volcano that promises views of the mountain and crystal clear waters of Lake Batur. The climb takes about two hours, but feel free to take breaks and appreciate the view for as long as you want.
Before your hike, remember to pack:
A jacket: It gets really cold at the peak and base of the mountain.
Extra water: Even though a bottle of water is provided, you’ll need it!
Head torch: A handheld torchlight is provided, but bring a head torch and ditch having to hold onto your torch to get better balance.
A good pair of sport shoes: Ditch those sneakers and wear a comfortable pair of sport shoes if you don’t want to risk tripping on loose rocks.
3.Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka
Babi Guling is a must on your list of what to eat in Bali and there’s no better place to get your fill than at Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka. This signature Balinese style roasted pork dish serves the whole pig, including its blood, along with crispy pork skin, pork blood sausage, pork roll, and fried pork meat — not a single part of the pig is wasted. Roasted to perfection, take a bite into the pork skin that will give you a satisfying crunch with every bite.
4.Tegalalang Rice Fields
The Tegalalang Rice Terraces are one of the most stunning-looking terraced landscapes in the Ubud region. Although it's frequented by many tourists, you’ll still catch the locals hard at work plowing the fields. You can appreciate their work and the views with a beginner-friendly hike through the splendid terraced landscapes here!
5.Bali Swing and Bali Bird Nest
Experience it and feel the sensation , adrenaline rush, unforgettable experiences and unique pictures.
6.Ubud Traditional Art Market
Find a wide range of local artisan products that you won’t see anywhere else! There’s everything from silk scarves to woven bags and many other hand-crafted goods.
7.Tirta Empul temple
Tirta Empul is an important temple complex that’s best known for its holy mountain spring and purification pools. It has been a spiritual destination for both local its Balinese Hindu pilgrims and foreigners looking to enjoy a spiritual experience.
This selfie monkey trend was also used to introduce the best spots in Ubud Monkey Forest to the woder community,especially in cyberspace 
Experience one of Bali’s magical rituals which involves using water as a ritual cleanser. The aim is to cleanse both body and mind, to refresh the spirit and dissolve away any negative influences. It is also believed to cure non medical diseases and sickness of the spirit and whether it does or not, a session bathing in holy waters will certainly make you feel good.
Canggu Beach ,Most of Canggu’s coastline has volcanic black sand, while its surf breaks have become popular with international surfers.
Kuta Beach ,Kuta spans around 2.5 km of white and grey sand on Bali’s western coast. Despite its rapid growth and frenzied traffic scene, its unique charm continues to attract both international and domestic visitors.
Seminyak Beach,Seminyak’s beach scene is broken up into subsections, the best of which are Petitenget Beach and Double Six Beach. Some of Bali's best dining venues and world-renowned nightlife spots can be found in Seminyak.
Melasti Beach,Melasti Beach is a big strip of white sand in Ungasan, south Bali (near the Uluwatu area), with a road carved into the tall limestone cliffs, giving it a stunning background.Discover the center of tradition and art in Bali on a private tour of Ubud. Experience its spiritual heritage with a visit to Batuan Temple. Go to Ubud Monkey Forest, enjoy lunch overlooking lush green landscape near Tegalalang Rice Terraces and more.
Tegenungan Waterfall
Tegenungan Waterfall is not situated in the mountains, which is quite rare for waterfalls in Bali, but actually in Ubud village. Like many others, it still boasts beautiful lush greenery all around (and the added bonus of a beautiful temple nearby), and the natural springs are perfect for bathing. The water flow is heavy, leaving it clean and fresh, so you’ll no doubt spot plenty of locals flocking here each day to enjoy a swim or refreshing bath. And for any budding photographers out there, you’ll want to know that the best time to visit Tegenungan Waterfall is during the evening, since its west-facing location captures the beautiful afternoon light.
Beautiful Rice Terraces
Rice Field in Ubud at Tegalalang is famous for its beautiful scenes of rice paddies. This view alone has an outlook that spreads down before you and away to the rice terraces on the slopes across the valley. The high roadside location is cool and breezy and it is a well-known spot for tourists to stop and take photos.
Sacred Monkey Forest
There are so many monkey forest in Bali,with same type of monkey Balinese long tail monkey,in English callled Macaque.There are about 600 monkeys living this monkey forest,and diveded into 5 groups: in front of themain temple.Michelin,eastern,central and cemeteries.Each group consist of 100-120 monkeys.because of the considerable population,the confilct between groups of monkey cannot avoid.This type of primate is active during the day ana rest at night.The pregnancies of female monkey are about 6 months and generally 1 infant is born.Very rarely are twin. Monkey's baby stays with their mother for about 10 months and thereafter will be weaned to live independently.
Batuan Temple
Batuan Temple is part of the ‘Tri Kahyangan’ or ‘Tri Murti’ concept taught by Mpu Kuturan to the Balinese Hindu community in the 10th century. This incorporates a Desa or Village Temple as a place to worship God Brahma (the Creator), a Puseh Temple to worship God Vishnu (the Preserver), and a Dalem Temple to worship Lord Shiva (the Destroyer).
Ubud Place
Puri Saren Agung is the palace of the Ubud royal family, making it one of the most prominent landmarks in Ubud. It serves as a cultural repository of arts, dance and literature. The palace’s stage and meeting halls host international events, including the opening ceremonies of the annual Ubud Writers & Readers Festival.
Ubud Market
The Ubud market also served as a setting for the Hollywood movie Eat Pray Love, which shows a scene with actress Julia Roberts opposite a male character strolling through the stalls which are frequently visited by foreign and local visitors in real life. Naturally, bargaining is essential.
What to expect
Ubud is so rich in historical and cultural attractions that it seems impossible to squeeze in everything on a condensed itinerary. But with the help of an English-speaking guide, you'll be able to head to the area’s various sites. Kick off the tour with a convenient hotel pick up service. Meet your guide and friendly driver who will take you to the best sites in Ubud. First on your, Its spiritual heritage with a visit to Batuan temple,then it's the majestic Tegenungan Waterfall. Capture epic photos as you marvel at its beauty. Then, you’ll visit,Ubud Market,Ubud Place the Monkey Forest a protected area dedicated to the conservation of wild monkeys in the area. Before you enjoy a filling lunch, you’ll visit the iconic Tegalalang Rice Terraces.
There are so many things to do in the country that it’s impossible to fit everything in during one visit. However, there are some activities you have to see whenever you find yourself exploring Bali’s rich culture and landscape. Here’s a list of our 10 favorite excursions to do in Bali.
By Jasmine Osby
1. Snorkeling
From beginners to experts, Bali’s shores are world-renown to divers and have much to over below its waters. There are many favorite snorkeling spots surrounding the island including the wreck of the USAT Liberty, the Coral Garden, and the Fish Nursery and it’s a great opportunity to explore the sea life that calls the Balian waters home. A great place to view the coral reef and tropical fish is off the coasts of Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida. There’s a tour that takes you snorkeling and kayaking through the mangroves that you definitely don’t want to miss out on while visiting the country.
2. White water rafting
If adventure is on your to-do list, then you definitely want to take some time to white-water raft down the Arung River while in Bali. The tour is two hours long and safety equipment and insurance are included in the costs. After you finish making your way down the river you can enjoy a buffet lunch while overlooking the Arung Valley.
3. Tour the Rice Terraces and Volcano
Touring the rice terraces in southeastern Bali really emerges travelers in Balinese culture and tradition. Not only does this tour take you through the rice fields but it also gives you a chance to explore other wonders throughout the country including the volcanoes of Kintamani and Mount Batur and the Sacred Monkey. You’ll also have the opportunity to try your hand at traditional Indonesian wood carving and taste civet cat coffee.
4. Explore Northern Bali
If you’re interested in experiencing Balian northern culture, make sure you sign up for the tour of Northern Bali. You’ll be able to check out the Handara Gate, Lake Bratan, and the Jungle Swing all in one day and even bathe under a waterfall to conclude your excursion. The tour is full of cultural activities and nature walks that really showcase the tradition and heritage of the island.
5. Ubud Jungle Swing Tour
The jungle swing deep in the Ubud jungles is a tourist favorite when it comes to visiting Bali. This tour takes you straight to the swing and is a grand cultural experience that allows you to interact with the indigenous people of the rainforest. Lunch is included in the tour and you’ll also be able to explore more rice fields, volcanoes, and coffee plantations.
6. Bali IG Tour
A great way to show off your Bali adventure to your online followers, the Bali Instagram Tour takes you to some of the most Instagrammed attractions in the country. You’ll visit places like the Ubud rice fields, Tirta Gangga, and the Gate of Heaven, and a guide will help capture the perfect photo to post to your page. The tour has been voted the best tour in Bali for the last three years in a row and it is a must when exploring Bali.
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Direct Perth to Bali flights resume, but the island is not as tourists will remember
Before the pandemic, Bali was Western Australia’s most popular international destination, and third most popular destination overall, with 63 flights a week landing at Denpasar Airport in 2018.
During that time nine flights were leaving Perth for Bali each day, transporting 1200 travellers.
From Friday, Jetstar will resume one return flight a day.
AirAsia, which also used to service the route, plans to resume the three-hour flight by mid-May after the island lifted its 3-day quarantine requirement for international arrivals on March 14.
Indonesia Institute Inc president Ross Taylor said Australians had already begun to return to Bali in recent weeks from other Australian states, with the tourist precinct slowly coming back to life.
“It’s like the Bali of old, less the intensity, so there are some shops that are still closed down and still comparatively a lot less people,” he said.
“When you think in WA alone we normally have at any one time 7500 people in Bali, it’s nothing like that, but people will find that it’s held out generally pretty well.
“A lot of the resorts have done a lot of renovation work, so it’s not run down, its looking good.”
Travellers wanting to fly to Bali must test negative to COVID-19 within 48 hours of catching their flight, and masks are still required in some situations, such as when inside large shopping malls.
“What a lot of Balinese people did during the height of the pandemic, they just returned home to their village and started work on the rice paddy field with grandma and granddad. It was very hard for them, but they survived,” he said.
“So what’s happening now is you’re starting to see this gradual drift back to the tourist precinct and they’ll pick up from where they left off.
“It’s very early days yet, but all the feedback I am getting is that forward bookings are looking really strong.”
In the months before the pandemic stopped Australians from travelling freely, the nation was crowned Bali’s number one tourist source for the first time since China took over the top spot in 2017.
Around 1.23 million Australians visited the island in 2019, a record according to the Indonesia Institute Inc.
Source : watoday
By Heather McNeill
Griffin confirmed that New South Wales’s authorities will start allowing their fully vaccinated citizens to gain access to Sidney after traveling from outside of Australia without quarantine. Meanwhile the other Australian’s states have been preparing the same reopening plan by reducing or possibly revoking their quarantine policy in the near future when they reach their Covid-19 vaccination target.
Apart from its citizens, Australia will also grant permission to international visitors including Indonesia to gain access back into the country once their border reopens.
“With this leniency, we expect to see the first Australian visitors back in Bali soon as well as finally rekindling the mutual relationship between Australia and Indonesia that was established long ago.” Griffin said.
Meanwhile the Head of Bali Tourism Agency, Putu Astawa hasn’t announced any statement in regards to this letter. “I can’t give any response to this letter as we haven’t had any communication with the Australian Consulate General, but we’ll let you know at the upcoming press conference.” Astawa concluded.
Source : thebalisun
The partial lockdown is imposed on seven Bali regions that are considered as orange zones such as Denpasar, Jembrana, Badung, Gianyar, Bangli, Klungkung and Buleleng. The Governor of Bali, I Wayan Koster hopes that this implementation will reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmissions in all Bali regions. Prior to this decision, the central government through the minister of maritime and investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan stated that every regional leader who refused to implement the emergency partial lockdown as instructed to their areas would be temporarily deactivated as a form of sanction.
“In accordance to the Article 68 number 1 and 2 from the Constitution Number 23 Year 2014 about Regional Government, the Governor, Regent and Mayor who refuse to follow this instruction to impose emergency partial lockdowns from the 3rd to 20th of July 2021 would be sanction with a warning and could potentially be temporarily deactivated from their duty.” Luhut concluded.
SOURCE ;thebalisun
During the meeting, Koster also proposed 10 requests to help Bali’s economy recover. The requests included:
– another 3 million doses of the Covid-19 vaccine for Bali residents in order to finish the vaccination program by July 2021
– optimizing domestic tourism by providing special incentives
– optimizing the ‘Work From Bali Program” by reaching all the government’s institutions and ministries
– hosting more big international events in Bali
– proposing to reopen the international travel bubble by the end of July 2021
– continue the cash assistance program for the Bali tourism sector
– extending the instalment period for tourism businesses
– providing new skill set training program for Bali people
– providing soft loan programs for the tourism sector
– allowing Bali to host virtual Bali Arts Festival on July 12th 2021
After discussing and considering all aspects and conditions, the President has approved all 10 proposals that were requested by the Bali Governor. “President Jokowi has finally agreed and instructed related ministries to help us implement all these programs in near future.” Koster said.
Source : thesunbali
