Erin Hunter
Referred to as The Island of Gods, Bali is without a doubt breathtaking. However amidst all that beauty, is an exciting line of adventures that will keep that adrenaline rushing all holiday long.
Blessed with wild rivers and rushing streams, Bali offers plenty of opportunity for those keen on white-water rafting. Pumped with adrenaline this sport is absolutely exciting and is plenty of fun all the way. In fact for those travelling in a group, a white water rafting adventure is one of those activities you simply cannot leave without trying. For the epitome of this experience indulge in a rafting adventure along the spectacular Ayung River which guarantees a 5 star experience from the beginning to the end.
You haven't experienced Bali if you haven't mingled with their elephants! These mighty mammals are the jewels of this island and are just as exciting to watch as they are to take a ride on. At the Elephant Safari in Bali you get to wander through the jungles of Taro atop these adorable creatures basking in a view that you would have never enjoyed before. When you are not riding them you can observe them and without a doubt you will be fascinated by the innocent yet intriguing lives lead by the elephants of Bali.
Nothing quite beats the experience of exploring Bali on a bicycle. This relaxing activity takes you across some of the most stunning spots in the island where you can never quite get enough of the greens and the blues that make up the landscapes. The popular bicycle tours in Bali starts at the Mount Batur volcano, and winds down through 26km of lush valleys, through Balinese villages, past temples and rich green rice fields and exclusively finishes for lunch at the world famous Elephant Safari Park in Taro, Ubud.
Bali offers just as much underneath its waters as it does on the surface and to experience all the beauty that this destination has in store there is no better activity than scuba diving. Taking you up close to the marine inhabitants, scuba diving offers you unparalleled views of the underwater setting and gives you a chance to actually see your favourite species. One of the most popular spots for scuba diving is Amed; it is a quiet little spot with a stunning ocean view and is popularly regarded as a scuba diving haven in Bali.
Balinese food is the ultimate treat for the taste buds. To learn to master the art of cooking in this artistic manner sign up for a short course in Bunbu Bali. Located in Tanjung Banoa, this cooking school in Bali is one of the finest in town. Being the brainchild on the famous five star resort chef Heinz von Holzen here you are guaranteed to absorb Bali's unique culinary heritage in the most exotic manner. Resorts such as Alila Manggis also have cooking classes that let you experience and learn the art of preparing traditional Balinese cuisine.
