How to spend top weekend in Denpasar - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites

Fascinating Surfing Spots

If you want to learn the basics of surfing, then contact a special school called Up2u Surf School Bali during your holiday in Denpasar. You will learn to stand confidently on a surfboard in just a few sessions here. If you are an experienced surfer, you will be able to improve your skills and take part in competitions of professional surfers. You will also be engaged in conquering the waves on your own. Kuta beach is the best place to surf in Bali. However, you can also go to Seminyak or Legian beaches. They are located in the western part of the island. The waves are great here. There are also equipment rental points here.

Exciting Rafting on the Ayung River

The longest river in Bali flows through the territory of Denpasar. It's called Ayung. This river is located in the Grand Canyon. You can make a 3-hour descent on a rubber boat on it. The boat is designed for 8 passengers. You will be taken from the hotel to the rainforest. It is the starting point. You will be instructed. After this, the journey will start. You will experience a thrill during it. You will overcome the rapids and whirlpools and pass the gorges. You will also look at monkeys, birds, beautiful butterflies and picturesque shores where jungles, rice terraces, and waterfalls are found. The cost of rafting is $50.

Take Part in an Elephant Safari

You should go on an elephant tour from Denpasar to get a vivid impression of your vacation in Bali. It was brought here from the island of Sumatra. You will sit on a bench attached to the animal's back. A professional mahout will control it. You will move through the jungle. There are lizards, parrots, monkeys and bears here. Their homeland is also Sumatra Island. You will also have to overcome a small pond, riding on a clever animal. You will also listen to the elephant playing a simple tune on the harmonica. The tour will last 60 minutes. After it, you will feed the elephant with your hands, touch it and make memorable photos. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Horseback Voyage

You can contact the agency. It is located in the center of Denpasar. You will leave the city early in the morning on a horse to ride through the rice fields and wild beaches, and enjoy the sunrise. You will also ride to the Tanah Lot temple. A guide will accompany you. The price of entertainment is $60. You can also arrange a transfer from the hotel. Keep in mind that your weight should be less than 90 kilograms. Be sure to wear pants, socks, comfortable shoes, and bring a cream that protects from sunlight.

Get Vivid Impressions during Tour to 3 Islands

If you want to enjoy the beauty of nature and go snorkeling, then go on a boat tour to the picturesque islands for the whole day. They are located in the South-East of Bali. You can sunbathe on the sandy beach, swim with a mask and flippers and spend time fishing here. The fish you catch will be cooked for you on one of these islands. The trip costs $95. The rental of equipment and transfer to the starting point of the tour and back to the hotel is included in this amount. Staff who speaks your native language will be close to you on your trip.

Visit to Bali Safari and Marine Park

Bali Safari Park is located 21 kilometers from Denpasar. 60 species of predators and herbivores live here. You will visit the Safari Zone and the elephant village, see marine life in the aquarium, relax in the Water Park and have dinner in the restaurant. Lions roam behind its glass. You will pay from $50 to $140 for the tour. Its price depends on the chosen program.

Nice elephants are the main entertainment in the Safari Park. You will ride one of them through the jungle. Your way will pass through the lake where these animals bathe. You will also touch them, feed them with your hands, photograph them, and watch them bathe and rest. You can also walk along the trails. Bright wild orchids and other plants are growing near them. You will relax near the pond where goldfish swim.