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Bali: Uluwatu Kecak and Fire Dance Show Entry Ticket

Bali: Uluwatu Kecak and Fire Dance Show Entry Ticket

Witness a unique cultural experience with a Kecak fire and dance performance on the grounds of Uluwatu Temple. Watch native Balinese dancers perform a breathtaking show of traditional Hindu dance whilst the sun sets in the background. Kecak is a Balinese dance and rhythmic chant depicting the battle from the Hindu epic Ramayana in which Rama fights the demonic King Ravana with the help of the monkey god Hanuman. Let yourself be hypnotized by the swirling flames combined with vibrant traditional attire as the performers take you on a journey through Balinese Hinduism. The show is timed to coincide with the sunset, so you can be sure of good views during your time in Uluwatu.

Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

Bali: Ubud Palace Legong Dance Show Ticket

Witness one of Bali's most revered classical dances in a unique setting, at the iconic Ubud Palace. Book your tickets o this traditional show and experience a visually alluring royal court performance, known for its physically demanding postures and fast-paced movements. Arrive at the imposing Ubud Palace and experience what locals call the Legong Dance, which loosely translates to 'the dance of the royal palace’. Discover the energetic dance that was once performed only in front of the royal family, and take in the imposing Puri Saren Royal Palace. Watch highly-skilled performers in colorful costumes, including a golden floral headdress of considerable size and weight, along with complete regalia from shoulders to feet. See the professional dancers carry out movements effortlessly, despite the bulk of their outfits. Take part in an enthralling story, performed by three dancers: a female attendant of the court and two identically dressed 'legongs' who adopt the roles of royal people. Immerse yourself in the history of East Jave during the 12th and 13th centuries with this engaging show.

Bali/Nusa Penida: East & West Highlights Full-Day Tour

Bali/Nusa Penida: East & West Highlights Full-Day Tour

Start the tour with pickup direct from your accommodation either in Nusa Penida at between 08:00 to 09:00 or in Bali at between 06:15 to 07:15 by one of our English-speaking driver or guide who will take you to explore the highlight East and West of Nusa Penida island with its breathtaking views. First part of the trip, head to Kelingking Beach  which is an iconic view of a limestone rock formation which looks like the head of a T-rex dinosaur. In addition to this curiously shaped island, you will also get a birds eye view of a beautiful strip of beach being washed by gorgeous blue green water. Up next is Angel Bilabong and Broken Beach. While visiting Broken Beach, don’t miss strolling around the bay and taking numerous photographs for your social media feeds. Stop at local restaurant enjoy a local lunch at your own expense before making your way to Dimond and Atuh Beaches for the second part of the trip. Enjoy some of the epic views that Nusa Penida and indeed its dramatic green-topped rock formations, glistening beautiful white beach, limestones, crystal clear blue water, and of course, its Instagram photos spot. If you have the time, you can climb the many stairs all the way down to the beach to enjoy the water up close to simply enjoy the beach or trying a trilling ocean swing with views. Completed the tour with a visit to the famous tree house with an epic coastal view also known as Molateng Tree House, another famous instagram spot not miss in Nusa Penida Customize your experience to include add-ons for a variety of activities, including a coffee tasting, a traditional massage, a photographer to accompany your tour, 10 Polaroid camera photos, or 3-4 minutes of high-quality drone footage of your tour. Enjoy a join-in or private tour.

Ubud: ATV Quad Biking Adventure Guided Tour

Ubud: ATV Quad Biking Adventure Guided Tour

Explore this tropical paradise as you discover its varied landscapes, lush rice paddies, overgrown jungles, and Balinese style village on an ATV Quad bike adventure. Experience a convenient pickup at your accommodation by your English-speaking guide and head to the starting point in Ubud. You will be given a thorough safety briefing and all the equipment needed for a safe journey. Choose to either ride in tandem with a companion or drive your own ATV. Be treated to the spectacular sight of Bali's natural beauty as you move through and around the extensive track.  If you're up for a bit more thrill, just let your guide know, and they'll take you to a more technical terrain where you can make your way up steep hills at full speed or slide down slopes as you please. After an exciting ride, freshen up with a relaxing shower before feasting on a buffet meal of scrumptious food. Be dropped off safely back at your hotel to enjoy the rest of your day. Or simply go and leave by your own means.

Bali: Kecak Fire Dance Show & Uluwatu Temple Entry Ticket

Bali: Kecak Fire Dance Show & Uluwatu Temple Entry Ticket

Visit an 11th-century BC Balinese Hindu temple and experience a traditional Kecak fire dance show. Experience the detailed story that this engaging dance tells. Benefit from skip-the-line access. Take in the unique Kecak fire dance, performed by a group of men using sound techniques. Follow the story of this historical dance which embodies the romantic story of love between Rama and Sinta, a mythical giant named Ravana, and a Monkey army, all against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean at sunset. We make it easy for visitors to get entry tickets to the area, so you don't have to queue for a long time just to get an entry ticket.

Bali: Sunrise Mount Batur Hike with Breakfast

Bali: Sunrise Mount Batur Hike with Breakfast

Embark on a guided hike up Mount Batur on a day trip from Bali. Watch the sunrise from the top, tuck into a delicious breakfast, and take a trip to a coffee plantation afterwards. Begin your ascent at the base of Mount Batur after an optional early pickup from your accommodation. You’ll even start your jungle trek on an exclusive path with fewer trekkers around. Savor the pristine night sky away from the city lights as you hike. After a 2-hour trek, you’ll then be rewarded at the top with sunrise views over the natural landscape and ocean horizon. And even better, you get to enjoy breakfast at the volcano’s summit.  On the way down, you’ll enjoy more vistas, such as Lake Batur, an enormous volcanic crater lake.  You’ll also have the opportunity to stop off for a cup of local Luwak coffee at a coffee plantation before being dropped off back at your accommodation or meeting point. Before and after your hike, enjoy the exclusive use of Mt. Batur Lounge, the only villa-style lounge around with clean, modern toilets and a comfortable shower facility. After refreshing yourself in the showers, enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee in the lounge.

Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring

Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring

Hike up the stunning Mount Batur on an early sunrise trek to its summit. Follow your guide up the mountain, enjoying a well-earned breakfast at the top while you watch the brilliant colors of the sunrise. Top off your active morning with a soak in a natural hot spring and an invigorating coffee plantation visit. Before and after your hike, relax in the Mt. Batur Lounge, the only villa-style lounge around with clean, modern toilets and a comfortable shower facility. Meet directly at the location or get an early morning pickup from your hotel in Bali (depending on the option selected), in time to watch the sunrise from the top of Mount Batur. Depart at the time you selected (also depending on the location of your hotel), and then journey towards the active volcano near the village of Kintamani. Upon arrival at Mount Batur, get a short introduction and safety briefing from your guide. All the guides are locals with experience climbing Mount Batur since they were children. Benefit from their extensive knowledge and passion for the region before you embark on your 1.5-hour trek to the highest volcanic crater in Bali in time to watch the sunrise. Upon arrival at the top, enjoy breakfast and take in the amazing views of the surrounding area during the break of the day. After sunrise, enjoy some time to walk around the crater of the volcano before crossing a hill of lava and black sand. Trek back down the mountain, and then soothe away your aches and pains at a natural hot spring. If you choose to meet at Mt Batur Lounge, you'll get dropped off at the Mt Batur Lounge. If you selected the option with transfers, continue to visit a coffee plantation on the way back to your accommodation before ending your morning.

Bali: Ubud Gorilla Face ATV and Ayung Rafting Trip with Meal

Bali: Ubud Gorilla Face ATV and Ayung Rafting Trip with Meal

Explore Ubud's tropical jungle as you discover its varied landscapes, lush rice paddies, and rushing rivers during a combo ATV quad bike adventure and white river rafting tour on the famous Ayung River. Have lunch and benefit from the option of a roundtrip transfer from Bali. Go directly to the meeting point or start with pickup before heading to Ubud. Following a safety briefing, gear up with all the equipment needed for a safe journey. Choose to either ride in tandem with a companion or drive your own ATV for a thrilling solo ride. Ride through Gorilla Face Cave as you venture through the jungle and along rivers and rice paddies. Experience different terrains on an exciting ride, then freshen up with a shower before heading to the next activity. Hop in a raft and enjoy 2.5 hours on the Ayung River. Discover sweeping views of the green jungle and waterfall along the river. Later, enjoy time for another shower, followed by fried rice or noodles for lunch. After lunch, return back to the meeting point or your pickup location.

Bali: Full-Day Instagram Highlights Tour

Bali: Full-Day Instagram Highlights Tour

Make your Instagram followers envious as you explore Bali on a customizable day trip to its most recognizable hotspots.  All entry fees are included, as well as an expert local tour guide, who will share gems about Balinese history and culture along the way. Your first stop is the Hindu Lempuyang Temple. Famous for its split gate, the Gates of Heaven, you’ll be able to take that very same photo you’ve seen so many times on Instagram.  You’ll then be whisked to Tirta Gangga, a former royal palace famous for its holy (and incredibly photogenic) water features and gardens.  Next up is Tukad Cepung, a cave containing an amazing natural waterfall, where you’ll even get to have a dip.  After that is rural Ubud, home to many beautiful lush green rice fields. And last but not least, you’ll get to try out one of Bali’s famous jungle swings.   Choose the exact experience that you want — from private tours with hotel pickup to small-group tours where you can meet other adventurous travelers. Pick the lunch add-on for a delicious buffet lunch, or take home ten polaroids to remember your trip. Select the premium or private options for additional add-ons. Enrich your Instagram with photos taken and edited by a photographer, watch yourself from above with 3-4 minutes of drone footage sent to you 24 hours after your tour, simply unwind with a relaxing massage or alternatively book also our North Bali: Full-Day Instagram Tour to enhance you Instagram experience by capturing the top things to do of north of Bali.

Ubud: All-Inclusive Tour with Optional Lunch

Ubud: All-Inclusive Tour with Optional Lunch

Take a day tour around Ubud are and immerse yourself in its vibrant culture of Ubudian as you spend the day visiting a selection of top Bali’s attraction including a stop at Ceking for Tegalalang Rice Terrace , Tegenungan Waterfall, Ubud Monkey Sanctuary, art market where you can hunt for your Bali souvenir, and Tirta Empul Temple known for its blessing holy spring temple. Begin your trip by visiting Ubud Monkey Forest, It is home for over 600 long tail macaques roaming around in their natural habitat. Take a famous selfie with monkey at Ubud monkey sanctuary with the assistance of the local staff. Next, head north to Ubud Palace (as known as Puri Saren) and Ubud Market across the main Ubud street. Perfect to learn the Ubud culture and wonderful location to get you some Bali Souvenir home. Continue to Tegalalang famous for its stunning natural landscape of Ceking Rice Terrace where you can learn its ancient Subak irrigation system. Stroll through the ridges and learn how Tri Hita Karana is a guidance for the Balinese way of life. Find out how it works for the Subak system in Bali, and take the chance to snap pictures with tropical landscape as the background. Stop at D’Alas Restaurant or other alternative restaurant you have in your list for your lunch of the day. It is available to purchase as add-ons. Perfect Indonesian style restaurant with fabulous scenery of the lust jungle of Ubud. Then, head east to Tampak Siring for an ancient temple called Tirta Empul Temple where you can witness how Balinese doing their spiritual cleansing before praying at its Utama Mandala of the temple. Completed the trip to Tegenungan waterfall with a beautiful green surrounding make the area very fresh. Take a short walk to get closer to the waterfall and snaps some photos for your social media feed of the day.

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Our guide & also my driver were suuuuper kind and I really enjoyed this experience! Def would do again :) my driver was not only very punctual, but also always offered me to stop by if I want to at any point of the drive & he also suggested to stop at the monkey forest, which was such a lovely experience :) for the tour itself, our guide was incredibly invested and you can really *feel* that he loves what he‘s doing. He told us so many interesting facts about the jungle & was able to explain everything we asked - from plants to culture. He also provided us coffee from his family while we were taking the kanu over the lake & it was so good!! I cannot recommend this tour enough and I‘ll definitely forward it to my friends who want to visit Bali as well! PS: solo female traveller approved!! I felt super safe & there was not a single „weird“ moment like asking me if I‘m „really“ all alone or if something. Thank you guys! <3

probably the best tour guide I have ever had, he kept the energy through out the night, even when we were all flagging from how tired we were after the hike. He kept getting us through qim qim is out of this world

Both of our drivers, the transfer to the base lodge, the jeep driver , Leon, were wonderful, helpful and flexible. All timely, and made the excursion even more of a treat

Our guide Luna was informative, kind and motivating. She made us a lovely breakfast once we got to the top! Views were breathtaking, would highly recommend!!

The drive up to the sunset point in 4x4 with Mada was amazing. He’s so smiley, kind and made our experience incredible. Thanks for that!