Bali Sports & Outdoors

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Mt Batur rises dramatically from its base at Lake Batur and there are several paths leading to the top. Climbs start early in the morning - around 3.30am - to ensure you reach the top before sunrise. There is a small gradient on the lower stretches but it gets steeper as you reach the top. It can be a bit slippery as there is loose scree in some sections. It takes between 90 minutes and two hours to get to the top, but once you are there - amazing. The few minutes before the sun rises is an impatient wait, and then gradually more and more of the majestic landscape comes into view. On clear days you can just make out Mt Rinjani on Lombok!
Some people argue that the climb is too expensive and that there is too much hassling by guides who 'force' themself on people. I didn't find this at all - although I was part of a small group who had organised things beforehand and the trip basically started from our accommodation rather than at the guide station. It is probably one of those things where you have to ask yourself - do I really want to do this? - and if the answer is yes, then you need to accept the cost.
All climbs are different, and I'm glad I undertook this one. My photos bring back vivid memories of a great experience.

Equipment: You need some decent footwear as it can be a little slippery when the ground is damp before sunrise. Bring your own torch. A wind proof jacket is advisable, or something else that will keep you warm, it can be quite cool at the top before the sun rises. Carry some water.

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There is some good snorkelling to be had at Blue Lagoon Beach, 2.5km north east of Padangbai or accessed by jukung from Candidasa. The beach is in a sheltered cove although the currents can be strong. Snorkelling is best at the southern end of the beach. There is some decent coral and plenty of small fish. Unfortunately there has been some dynamite fishing so sections of coral are not as good as what they would have been beforehand. But, for 'walk in' snorkelling, it is very accessible and relatively safe for children - just watch those currents when the tide is out.

Equipment: Some warung on the beach have snorkels and masks for hire but it is often best if you bring your own.

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Most divers have heard about Bunaken, Lembeh, Raja Ampat and Komodo by now - all fantastic dive locations in Indonesian where I have dived, both land based and liveaboard. However, for many divers the diving around Bali is still under the radar. Why? I really don't know! Apart from the fact that the diving around Bali is very varied indeed, Bali is also one of these great destinations which is perfect for divers/non-divers travelling together. Here in Bali you can enjoy:

1. Reef and wall diving
2. exciting drift diving
3. wreck diving
4. muck-diving

And the biodiversity is pretty outstanding as well. Beautiful corals, Mantas, turtles, reef sharks, nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, frogfish, and the most amazing visitors from the deep - mola mola between July and late October, are just a few of the things you'll encounter when diving around Bali.

Equipment: It is really up to you whether you bring your own gear of not, as all dive shops have equipment for hire. But at US$15 per day for a full set (not including a dive computer), it can get quite expensive if you are planning to do a lot of diving. Anyway, your own gear is always more comfortable.

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Fly Fish is one of a Water sport at the beach resort, the vehicle load for two persons is drawing by a speed boat , at the beginning in a normal speed, the boat just floating on the sea surface, when a speed boat run in a maximum speed, a fly fish then flying away a few meters above the sea level

Sling Shot is an exciting game for young peoples, it was somekind of an adrenaline rush. At the beginning, the two passengers just sit down on the vehicle's chair, slowly its going up and up until their maximum height level, then you can enjoy a shock of Pull its vehicle up and down

Equipment: You must have a brave to enjoy this game, not recommended for people above 40, its only suitable for a younger one not for peoples who have heart problem

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There are so many sports activities one could doing in Tanjung Benoa, a North side region of Nusa Dua beach resort, one of this is an exciting PARA SAILING for one who love this challenging game

Equipment: All gear as one of complete set Para Sailing are prepare by an operator, floating jacket, parachute, a speed boat, you just pay the cost per one performance

With the beautiful scenery in Bali,
it would be strange to think that
there aren’t too many yoga studios
that hold classes outside in the fresh air.

Desa Seni is an exception to this.

This holistic village offers yoga classes
along with other potential programs
such as dance classes, yoga for kids,
chi gung workshops,yoga/surf retreats
and others to come soon.

Located between Canggu and Batubelique,
this location offers plenty of
holistic possibilities without
having to go to Ubud!

Want to work those abdominals?
Keep that body tight and firm?

A class to definitely cause a sweat,
is the Pilates Class held at Contiki.

Classes are taught by a certified Pilates instructor
and mats, towels and water are provided.

Usages of thera bands, magic circles,
small balls, fit balls, hand weights, and legs weights
may be used.

Classses last an hour
and are held Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays
for beginners and intermediate levels.

Cost: 70,000 Rp
Bookings not required