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Adventure Activities to Try in Bali Beyond the Beaches

  • Writer: sara sarosh
    sara sarosh
  • Jul 24
  • 4 min read

Bali. The very name evokes the images of the white beaches, palm trees swaying in the wind and the stunning sunsets. Although it is true that the island is a paradise to the beach lovers and the people who need some rest, there is a different side of Bali which appeals to the adventurous side of the people. There is more than the sun-kissed beaches and peaceful resorts; a world of adventure and special experiences awaits. In case you are seeking to add some thrill and adventure to your holiday, it is imperative to think of a well-designed Bali Tour Packages or Bali Holiday Packages that is not restricted to the usual beach vacation. Get ready to find out the wild soul of the Island of the Gods.

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The Adventure Activities to Try in Bali are the following:

1. Trek To Mount Batur at Sunrise: The Famous Hike

To many, a visit to Bali will be incomplete without seeing the sunrise at the top of Mount Batur. This is an active volcano, which is 1,717 meters high and gives an unforgettable trekking experience. It is the pre-dawn trek, which is conducted by the local specialists and gives you an opportunity to walk through volcanic routes under the shower of the stars. Watching the sun rising over the horizon and colouring the sky in burning colours you will be rewarded with the panoramas of the caldera, Lake Batur and the landscape. It is a very demanding, yet so worthwhile ascent, giving the sense of achievement and unique photo opportunities. And even more, there are tours where one will even have an opportunity to cook eggs in the steam vents of the volcano!

2. White Water Rafting: Thrill Ride in the Jungle

Whilst the coastal areas are hot and humid, the interior of Bali is rich and cool with a thrilling white water rafting experience. The Ayung River and Telaga Waja River are two of the most common ones, which provide different levels of rapids, beginning and advanced rafters. You will drive through breathtaking gorges, through cascading waterfalls and along colorful rainforests. The adrenaline-fuelled rapids and the peaceful exotic beauty of the Balinese jungle make a memorable experience. There is no better way to enjoy and experience the natural beauty of Bali in a different angle as it is a great place to cool off.

3. ATV Quad Biking: Off-Road Adventure

It is time to get dirty and have fun on an ATV quad bike tour. These are high-powered off-road vehicles which enable you to adventure in the rugged Bali, including muddy paths and jungles, traditional villages and vast rice fields. It is a thrilling experience to explore the countryside of the island deeper and reaching places inaccessible by normal cars. Be it a single rider or a tandem adventure, ATV tours are an exciting and dusty adventure, and a demonstration of Bali that is usually not seen by the regular tourist.

4. Canyoning: Going Down the Nature Playground

To the extremest of the thrill seekers, canyoning in Bali is an experience not found anywhere. Think of rappelling over waterfalls, natural rock slides, jumping into natural pools of crystal water, swimming through canyons that are not discovered yet. Such places as the Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon or the Secret Garden of Sambangan provide professionally guided canyoning tours, which are suitable to different levels of skills. It is physically active and an immersive adventure that takes you in touch with the raw and untouched natural beauty of Bali in the most thrilling way possible.

5. Scuba Diving and Snorkeling: The Underwater Beauties not in the Beaches

Although the beaches in Bali are well known, the actual underwater adventure in many cases is farther away. Jump into the crystal clear waters around Nusa Penida and swim with giant Manta Rays in Manta Point or see the rare and elusive Mola-Mola (oceanic sunfish) in Crystal Bay. The USAT Liberty shipwreck located off the coast of Tulamben is an amazing location to the wreck diving enthusiasts and even the snorkelers can access it because of its shallowest point. Another great diving and snorkeling destination is Amed, which has colorful coral reefs and various sea creatures. There is a colorful kaleidoscope under the sea, and a vibrant ecosystem to explore in Bali.

6. Bali Swing and Giant Nests: Classic Photographs and a Touch of Adrenaline

Although it is not so hidden and, quite possibly, a little more popular, the Bali Swing experiences are an original combination of adventure and Instagram-worthy experiences. Enjoy the panoramic views with different swings that fly high above green rice terraces, valleys or even waterfalls. These sites together with the giant bird nests provide adventurous experiences and mind blowing photo moments that have become synonymous with the adventurous nature of Bali.

7. Dirt Biking/Enduro Riding: The Frontier

To the people who love speed and crazy terrain, dirt biking or enduro riding in Bali is an amazing thing to do. Visit distant paths, deep forests, volcanic ash areas and hard off-road tracks. Guided tours are suitable to any level of skills, so you can extend yourself and explore the wilder part of the island. It is an adrenaline-packed experience of viewing Bali in a completely different perspective.

8. Trekking and Hiking to the Hidden Waterfalls:

Well-known Tegenungan Waterfall is not the only beautiful waterfall on Bali; there are lots of them, which are less popular and crowded and are located deep in the jungles of the island. Go on hikes to find such treasures as Tukad Cepung Waterfall (located in a cave), Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, or Sekumpul Waterfall. These hikes are usually through scenic rice paddies and villages where one can get a glimpse of the real Balinese life before being exposed to the awesomeness of nature.

Conclusion:

Bali is certainly not only about its picturesque beaches. To the adventurous traveler, the island provides an unbelievable assortment of activities that will excite the traveler with its natural beauty and its unforgettable moments. Whether it is climbing volcanic mountains at 5 am, trekking through raging rivers and canyons that are not on the map, the adventurous part of Bali is ready to be explored. The next time you are plotting an escape, do not forget to search Bali Tour Packages from Dubai and Bali Holiday Packages from Dubai with these activities to unleash the adventure potential of the island.

 
 
 

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