INSPIRATION

Climb one of Bali’s volcanoes.  

From the easy but scenic Mount Batur, to the longer and more challenging climb of Gunung Agung the views from the summits are well worth the effort. Gunung Agung is usually climbed in darkness and timed to reach the summit for sunrise. On the neighbouring island of Lombok, the stiffer challenge of Mount Rinjani will suit true enthusiasts.

Enjoy a rafting experience.  

The grade II-III 8 kilometre rapids of the Melangit River are ideal even for beginners, whilst the slightly more challenging routes of the 11 kilometre Ayung and 15 kilometre Telaga Waja Rivers provide for more experienced rafters, especially the latter, with its grade III-IV journey.

Take a painting class in Ubud under the guidance of one of the areas many renowned artists and learn the wonderful skills and techniques that make Balinese art so charmingly identifiable. If painting isn’t your thing, classes in silver-smithing, woodcarving and papermaking are also available here.

Spoil yourself with an indulgent spa, with a fulfilling and relaxing Balinese massage and let yourself unwind amid a heavenly soak in frangipani petals, leaving the everyday stress of daily living behind, leaving you free in body and mind to make the most of your trip. With a host of treatments available, you’ll never have felt better.

Learn how to cook Balinese style and treat your friends back home to the delights of Balinese flavours, derived from the unique blends of spices, and learn of the mythical and cultural aspects to Balinese cuisine.

As parents will know, the world of Scuba diving is well beyond the realistically achievable reach of most kids, but at Bali Hai Aquanauts a brilliant family friendly underwater experience is enabled via a unique underwater ‘space helmet’ fed with air from the surface providing both a dry face without the encumbrance of a mouthpiece and a great visual field.  

The experience features an exhilarating and completely safe walk along the seabed at Lembongan Island, taking in the myriad of colourful fish found here and is a real treat for kids or indeed anyone for whom the technical aspects of diving are discouraging. The experience is part of a day cruise to the island that also includes other activities such as canoeing and banana boat riding.