• BUKIT JAMBUL
On the way to the mount Batur, Kintamani, there is a stopover
with its very enchanting scenery,located parallel to the hill,
rice fields and the sea in distance. Restaurants are also available
there.
• GOA LAWAH
About 43 kilometers east of Denpasar, one of the most sacred temples
in Bali, which was built in the 11th century by the high priest
"Empu Kuturan". Inside the temple, one will find a natural
cave inhabited by thousand of bats hanging down from ceiling,
flying around, and singing as well as holy python snakes that
often appear around the cave.
• KERTHA GOSA
These pavilions, built in the 18th century, are located at the
main road intersection side of the town of klungkung, 40 kilometers
northeast of Denpasar. They are especially known for their ceiling
murals, painted in the traditional "Wayang" style, depicting
punishments in hell for miscreants, and higher up on the ceilings
you will find the rewards in heaven for those that have led a
good and honest life.
• NUSA LEMBONGAN
This small island is one of the most popular destinations for
day trippers from Bali. The trip takes about one and two hours
from the Badung Strait, depending on whether you sail or motor
boat. One of the main attractions of the island is diving and
snorkeling, with amazing corals and tropical colorful fishes,
crystal clear water and white sandy beaches. Lembongan's large
neighbouring island, Nusa Penida has a somewhat more ominous reputation
and less popular.
The Nusa Islands Bali
Nusa Penida, Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Lembongan, these three unspoiled
islands are southeast of Bali. Boats apply the routes to the islands
from Sanur and Benoa (south Bali), Padangbai and Kusamba (east
Bali). Most leave by 9-10 am. When travelling from Padangbai,
it is advisable to overnight in Candidasa or Padangbai.
There are different take-off points depending on your destination.
If you are heading to Jungut Batu on Nusa Lembongan, where most
of the losmen are, then leave from Sanur, Benoa or Kusamba. If
you are going to Toya Pakeh on Nusa Penida, leave from Kusamba
or Padangbai.
You will have to wade through the water to get
on and off the boat and you may get splashed during the crossing.
Pack everything in plastic bags and keep a raincoat or poncho
handy.
At certain times of the year the sea can be treacherous, full
of strong currents and even whirlpools. Ask locally. During these
periods, the voyage is not advisable in a small jukung and it's
safer to take one of the large excursion boats leaving Benoa.
Another problem is pricing: the fare is low for locals, but for
tourists it's $7.
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