Welcome back, Island Hoppers! Today, we’re coming to you from Bali, where we’re going to show you the 22 top things to do while visiting this island paradise. We’re starting out here at Tirta Gangga Temple. There are many temples in Bali.
Tirta Gangga Temple Visit
Tirta Gangga, located in the northern part of the island, is certainly one of those places you might want to visit. It features a large koi fish pond and many exquisite art pieces representing Balinese culture. You can hire a private guide to show you around, or you can take a personalized tour on your own. The admission fee is around 50,000 Indonesian rupiah per person, which comes out to approximately 3.25 USD per person.
Ubud Monkey Forest
Next up, we’ll head over to Ubud to visit the Monkey Forest. The admission fee here is also 50,000 Indonesian rupiah per person, which comes out to about $3.50, and 40,000 Indonesian rupiah for kids. The species of monkeys here are known as macaques. They can be a bit feisty, so keep that in mind when getting too close. Sometimes, they might consider that a threat and target you, stealing your hat, water bottle, or even your wallet or cell phone.
Beach Clubs in Bali
The next thing to do in Bali is to visit beach clubs. Most of them are in Canggu, Seminyak, or Uluwatu. Some notable beach clubs to add to your list while visiting include Potato Head Beach Club, Atlas, and Finn’s Beach Club, which you can find in this guide. Cover charges vary depending on the beach club. You can look up the exact cover charge online. Some may be free, while others may charge. Also, one more thing I wanted to point out: we will have timestamps below so that you can easily navigate through this video. Just check the description! We will have those timestamps for you, along with links to our other Bali videos. Let’s keep going! Now, these day clubs or beach clubs are not just on the beach; they also have some in Ubud. So, if this is something that you’re looking to do, be sure to research this in more detail before arriving on the island.
Balinese Cuisine and Street Food
After doing activities in Bali, you’re sure to want some amazing Balinese cuisine. The good news is that they offer a variety of different cuisines, not just local Balinese or Indonesian cuisine. They also have Asian fusion and even some Western food for those of you who are looking for that. One cuisine that stood out here was the amazing seafood. We had a feast that included crab, lobster, and white snapper, with plenty of shellfish and prawns to go around.
If you’re really looking for authentic Balinese or Indonesian food, consider trying Nasi Goreng or Mie Goreng. “Nasi” means rice, and “goreng” means fried. They also have street food, including corn and other sautéed dishes that you can get right there on the street. For dessert, you can enjoy mango sticky rice or even fried bananas. There are lots of interesting cuisines to explore!
Tegallalang Rice Terraces
Next up, we’re going to Tagalog Long Rice Terrace. This is a really cool place where you’ll see many people taking pictures of swings overlooking the terraces. This is where they’re doing that Instagram stuff. You can also walk around the terraces all the way down into the gorge, where there is a stream. You can see local rice farmers and even take pictures with them. This area is very scenic, and if you’ve never been around rice paddies, this will be a good experience for you to familiarize yourself With just how all that rice ends up on your plate at the restaurants, there are plenty of rice terraces and rice paddies across Bali, just like this. Although not all of them are going through an amazing gorge, which really makes it extra special, there are restaurants where you can eat on both sides of the gorge. The admission fee is 15,000 Indonesian rupiah per person and 5,000 rupiah per car.
Tanah Lot Temple
Next up, we’re going to head to one of my favorite temples in all of Bali: Tanah Lot. This rock formation is a temple sitting just off the island of Bali. It’s famous because this is where a Hindu pilgrimage takes place, right here at Pura Tanah Lot. In order to get to the actual temple, you need to cross a shallow waterway that is actually from the sea, so keep that in mind when considering your clothing attire. I would recommend bringing flip-flops or sandals for this day. The entrance fee is around 60,000 Indonesian rupiah, which comes out to about $4.25. Also, consider the timing; I personally recommend sunset, but any time is a good time to visit Tanah Lot.
Shopping in Bali
Next up, we’re going to do some shopping in Bali. Whether you’re looking for clothes, sarongs, paintings, knickknacks, souvenirs, hats, wind chimes, or other kinds of local art, you’ll find plenty of options. Also, when you’re out here, you will notice that there are many tattoo parlors. So, for those of you who are considering getting a tattoo, Bali might just be the place to do it.
On top of that, Bali is not an expensive place to shop, as long as you skip the malls with their high-end boutiques. If you go to these local vendors, you’re helping the locals who are also connected to the manufacturers in the villages, which is a good thing. Just to give you an idea of the price range, you can get a shirt, a hat, or some sunglasses for around five dollars.
Tegenungan Waterfall
All right, now we’ll bounce back from some shopping and head to a waterfall, one of several on this list. This one is called Taganignon Waterfall, and as you can see, there is a day club with a pool overlooking the waterfall. Now, that is separate from the actual waterfall, and there is an entrance fee of 15,000 Indonesian rupiah, which comes out to about a dollar per person. If you have a car, expect to pay 5,000 Indonesian rupiah, which is around 50 cents. We were here in December, which is considered the rainy season, so the waterfall had a significant amount of water. As you can see, they do allow swimming, and they have kind of dammed it up to create a little lagoon. However, when the water is rushing, please do be cautious, especially of flash floods.
Surfing in Bali
Now let’s head back to the beach in the ocean for one of the most popular activities in Bali: surfing. If you have ever wanted to learn to surf, this is one of the top five destinations on Earth to actually learn as a beginner. If you are a big wave surfer, they also have some of the most impressive big waves down south by Uluwatu. Surf lessons can be as cheap as ten dollars per session per person. If you wanted more lessons, for example, three days, you will leave Bali knowing how to surf.
Relaxing at the Beaches
Another thing to do in Bali is simply relax and have a beach day. There are many different beaches on both sides of the island. Whether you want to relax at a beach in Canggu or Uluwatu, or go over to the other side of the island where Sanur is, you have plenty of options. You can also head north to the western part of Canggu, Seminyak, or other areas. There are so many different beaches where you can just hang out, relax, enjoy some food, and take care of your mind, body, and soul.
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