Selamat datang di Bali! / Welcome to Bali!

Take a deep breath of the Balinese air, your adventure is about to begin... 

After the necessary administrative formalities (purchasing a visa (35USD/person), going through immigration and customs, checking your luggage), your driver will pick you up. You will recognize him, he will be holding a sign with your name on it. Since you will probably be tired after a minimum 18-hour flight and time delay (+6 hours), our driver will take you straight to your first accommodation.

If you arrive during the day and have the energy, you can take a scooter ride on the first evening to see one of the most beautiful sunsets on the island. The view from the nearly 50 metre cliff as the sun slowly sets over the horizon of the Indian Ocean.... It's a relaxing experience!

✅Because breakfast is the foundation of the day, we will spoil you with a floating breakfast 💯👍 the first morning, which we will serve you in the pool right in front of your bungalow. It's a big local hit so you can show off the spectacular photos when you return.

Our recommendation: drink your coffee first!😁

Melasti Beach (Pantai Melasti) is often described as one of the best beaches in the southern part of Bali and rightly so!  It is a wide and spacious white sand beach hidden under a large limestone cliff, which until recently was being mined. 

That's why this beach was once very difficult to access, contributing to it being one of Bali's hidden beaches. 

Due to recent road development, it is now easily accessible and has quickly become increasingly popular with visitors. Despite the weekend crowds, it is a wonderful place to relax.

The place is safe for swimming, has convenient access to the ocean, a clean bottom and at low tide the shoreline is very shallow. The water is crystal clear and big waves are rare on this beach.

To end the evening we recommend a Bali massage. It will help you to break down the clover faster and has highly appreciated therapeutic effects. This ancient form of Indonesian massage is inspired by Chinese acupressure and Ayurveda. The therapy includes aromatherapy, reflexology, stretching and the use of essential oils to stimulate circulation, the lymphatic system and increase serotonin levels. Tonight you will sleep like you've been dropped in water .😉 We do a special fusion with lava stones to warm up your muscles. 

✅Best to enjoy this massage alongside your partner, you can experience a Balinese couples massage in the comfortable surroundings of our mini spa. 💯👍

From the plane, you can already see the magnificent statue of Garuda Wisnu Kencana rising from the hills of the Bukit Peninsula. The towering statue is Bali's most iconic landmark and depicts the Hindu god Wisnu perched on the mythical eagle Garuda. GWK towers to a height of 121 metres with a wingspan of 65 metres, making it up to 30 metres taller than the Statue of Liberty or Christ the Saviour. 

The statue is located in a 60ha park that is still being landscaped and new attractions are added every year.

How tall in the world is this statue? We'll declassify.

What is the statue made of and how was it made? We'll show.

The next stop is the authentic fish market, where you can browse the stalls with the offer, choose fresh fish and seafood that you like or want to taste and grill them on the outdoor grill. You can then enjoy your meal in peace overlooking the ocean and the fishing boats. Food porn for a buck and you get it included!

We recommend the best grill where they use the "secret ingredient" in the barbecue sauce.

The sandy beach in Jimbaran is known for its easy access to the water and the waves are not that big. It's a short walk from the airport, and you can see the runway from the sun loungers so you can watch planes landing and departing. In 2019, one plane landed or departed here every 5 minutes.

Uluwatu Temple j is undoubtedly one of Bali's most visited landmarks and one of the directional temples. The attractiveness of the place is enhanced by the fact that it is located on a 70-meter cliff by the Indian Ocean, and the views from both sides of the cliff are breathtaking. You can take in the view and the sounds of the waves crashing on the cliffs, see the monkeys (macaques) if they are not hiding and wait for the sunset.

The macaques of Uluwatu are famous, having participated in major international research. 

What was the research about and what were the findings? Definitely surprising! Let's talk.

What are directional temples and how many are there? What are they for?

Balangan Beach is one of the most popular surf spots in southern Bali. The beach is almost half a kilometre wide and has two different suitable spots, making it ideal for all surfers from beginners to professional surfers.

For those who don't dare to take a surfing lesson, there are sun loungers and umbrellas available to rent for a few crowns, so they can enjoy the ocean views, secretly enjoy the attempts of those trying to surf, or watch the pros riding the waves with seasoned skill.

In the afternoon, you'll continue your tour de south beach and move on to nearby Thomas beach. The Bingin area is a fast-growing area full of hipster shops and vegan cafes. You can stop in a few along the way. 

If you're a seafood and fish lover, we recommend staying for dinner and enjoying a grilled red snapper with a sunset view.

The Tanah Lot temple is one of Bali's most photographed landmarks and is one of the sea temples built on the Balinese coast. Each of these temples was built within sight of the previous one to form a chain around the southwest coast. Sightseeing around the temple is closely intertwined with the tides, depending on what time and season you arrive at the temple. Sometimes it is completely surrounded by the sea, sometimes you can walk right up to it.

The entrances to the grounds are lined with local shops, giving you your first opportunity to meet local vendors selling local art, souvenirs, natural cosmetics, clothing and street food.

We'll show you a relaxing place to sit back, enjoy the view of the temple and drink a chilled coconut while you do so.

Wondering who is the legendary guardian of this temple?

The famous rice terrace fields at an altitude of 700 m above sea level, spreading at the foot of Mount Batukaru over an area of more than 50 thousand hectares. Rice is harvested here 3 times a year and the sight of the green fields can really energize. Although this is one of the most touristy places in Bali, there are surprisingly not many tourists here. There are two ways to explore the terraces:

a/ passively - by sitting in one of the restaurants overlooking the fields

b/ actively - by trekking along one of the offered routes

Red route: 30 - 45 min. / 1.5 km

Purple route: 1 - 1.5 hrs. / 2 km

Yellow route: 1 - 2 hrs. / 2.3 km

Blue route: 1.5 - 2.5 hrs. 2.5 - 2.5 / 3.1 km

White route: 3.5 - 4 hrs. / 5.5 km (also a cycle path)

You decide if and which trek you want to do.

What is actually a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

What is the subak system? Let's talk about that.

✅Recommendation and secret tip: Local rice is exported as premium to the whole world. Not only the white one, but also the black and red (you know that one?). Want to taste it? We'll tell you where to buy it at local prices.💯👍

And the monkeys again... What would it be like to visit a foreign country if we didn't see any fauna in their natural habitat. That's why we're here in the Monkey Forest. There are several in Bali, the most famous is right in Ubud. We like this one better, again off the main tourist trails, and the macaques here are complete predators! They'll happily pose for a fancy selfie with you in exchange for a banana or a nut. No need to worry about interaction, there are local rangers everywhere to make sure everything goes smoothly.

This forest has another unique feature. Young Balinese couples come here to take pre-wedding photos in traditional costumes. It is a colourful and spectacular show that is well worth seeing.

✅With the peanuts we equip you with, you'll be the talk of the crowd for a while. But watch out for the alpha male. 😉💯👍

What is life like for the monkeys in these monkey forests? Are they really wild animals?

How does a traditional Balinese village family live? 

How many first names are there in Bali? Wondering? Let's talk.

Another couple massage is waiting for you in the evening, mainly aimed at relaxing tired muscles.😀

Pura Goa Lawah is another of the important directional temples. It was built around a cave opening that is inhabited by bats, hence its name, Goa Lawah or "bat cave". The temple complex is not large, but its architecture is a bit different from the other temples in the area.

Next stop will be a short detour to a black sand beach.

What is the origin of the black sand? What does it come from?

A not so popular waterfall hidden in the forest, which can be reached by foot and stairs. Kanto Lampo is a beautiful, photogenic multi-layered waterfall spilling over the rock. It is not the best place to swim, but you can still enjoy the beautiful nature and take amazing pictures at this Balinese waterfall!

Mysterious valley near Ubud, which hides niches with 7-meter bas-reliefs. Perhaps because there are 315 steps to climb down and then up 😀 , the place is not very touristy.

The area around the temple and the road are lined with rice paddies, which are intensively farmed. The place is extremely picturesque and the views are breathtaking.

Why are the reliefs laid out according to this scheme?

What was the purpose of the buildings around the temple?

What is a gamelan? What is it used for? Find out from us.

Satria Agrowisata is a place where we can learn about traditional coffee growing methods, learn about tropical plants and herbs, taste different types of coffee that can be bought here and meet the civet, a small beast that can "make" the most expensive coffee in the world - Kopi Luwak. The latter is also available for tasting and purchase.

How does a civet make coffee?

Do you know what chocolate is made of?

✅ Advice on what types of coffee to buy.💯👍

Directly on the main street in Ubud is the small Hindu temple Pura Penataran Saraswati with lotus pools. It also houses the sacred moon of Peyenne - a large bronze gong dating back to the Bronze Age.

The popular walk along the narrow ridge between the east and west channels of Ubud's Wosu Rivers, known as Campuhan Ridge, is a way to stretch your body and get away from the congestion of Ubud's hectic downtown. It offers stunning views and glimpses into village life. Campuhan in Balinese means the confluence of two rivers, spiritually significant to Balinese Hindus as energy centres.

There are various ways to walk along the ridge, passing warungs (local cafes and restaurants) and local artists' stalls along the way. We recommend walking to Karsa Kafe (approx 2km) where there is another beautiful view of rice paddies, excellent coffee and good food. You can book a taxi to Ubud or walk back the same way.

✅Tip: We recommend getting a Reflexology foot massage here. 💯👌

On the way back to the hotel, you can't help but notice the Ubud market, which spans several blocks of local streets. Cars are not allowed there, but watch out for scooters. They do go there (locals have to get home). It's a tangle of alleyways, underpasses, overpasses, and everywhere there are stalls, shops, market vendors trying to sell you their wares... Typical Asia and you have to adapt.

Can you bargain?

Do you know the basic rules of haggling in this type of market?

We will help you how to do it!

✅Our recommendation: if you want to bring back souvenirs from Bali, this is the place.💯👍

We can also recommend places to buy great freshly brewed coffee or local organic cosmetics.

Pura Besakih, also called as Mother of Temples is the most important of the directional temples, standing in the middle and defining everything. It was built at the foot and slope of Agung, Bali's highest mountain and, among other things, an active volcano that last made itself known in June 2019.

It is a complex of twenty-two temples, with the three most basic and revered dedicated to the three main gods of Hinduism, i.e. Shiva, Brahma and Vishnu. 

Individual temples are scattered in the tropical jungle over an area of nearly three kilometres, each dedicated to a different god and with its own name. 

What is the significance of roofs on Hindu temples and why is their number important?

What is a tridatu? 

Why is Besakih so important to the believers? 

What has happened in the past to make locals believe that Besakih is protected by the gods themselves?

Hendra tells us all this in an engaging way.

The Water Palace, built in 1946, is a great insta place. You can walk on the water here :-) The builders ingeniously built a path through the pond on pillars, so you actually walk on the water and feed the colorful koi carp (if you buy food at the entrance). You can also take a local boat ride on the other part of the water.

Another water palace, which offers breathtaking views from the top of the garden and architectural gems (the grounds were designed by Ida Anak Agung Anglurah Karangasem, the last king of East Bali, who ruled from 1909 to 1945). It is one of the places where, if the weather is good, you can see both the highest mountain (an active volcano) Agung and the Indian Ocean on the other side.

Tonight you will have the last of the therapeutic massages after a busy trip.

Bali Collection is a outdoor shopping mall, complete with restaurants and surrounded by 5* hotels and resorts.

You'll find designer shops and outlets. The outlets usually offer sportswear and footwear at better prices than here.

There are also the requisite souvenir shops and local art or beauty spas.

This urban beach  has a shallow coastline and is covered with white sand. The beach visually connects two small hills, as its translation literally means "two islands" - Nusa Dua. Throughout the area you will find manicured lawns, flower beds, fountains, various shops and boutiques. 

Water Blow is a newly built observation point at the tip of the island, which allows you to witness a photogenic natural phenomenon. At high tide, large waves from the ocean hit the jagged limestone cliffs off the coast and create geysers of water. 

But be careful of the splashing water, and protect your cameras and cell phones.

👉 Search game: 👉Who will find the one donated by the Czech or Slovak Republic in the adjacent orchard full of Benjamin Ficus trees?

On the last evening we have prepared a course of cooking local food. If you've fallen in love with simple local cuisine, we'll show you how to cook some basic dishes quickly and easily. And we'll recommend what ingredients to buy at home to make the taste as authentic as possible.

 ✅ A little course on cooking local food. 💯👍 

We will teach you:

Mie Goreng - a typical Balinese breakfast or how to properly prepare fried noodles

Kecap Ayam & Nasi - Chicken in sweet and sour sauce with rice or rice is not meat

Es Buah - A great finishing touch - a refreshing Balinese dessert full of fruit and ice chips