Benoa, Bali, Indonesia

Tanah Lot Temple

Tanah Lot - a temple, standing on a rock in the ocean at the whim of nature. Together with other temples built along the island’s coastline, it protects Bali from evil ocean demons. The temple is among the most sacred, and entry inside is permitted only to Hindus, but foreigners can also admire it from the outside. When Tanah Lot was built in the 15th century, this area was land. Later, the ocean swallowed the surrounding area of the rock, and now you can only walk to the temple during low tide. To prevent it from being destroyed, the rock was reinforced and “grown” with the necessary number of artificial rocks and stones. From here, you can enjoy a magnificent view. You can watch endlessly as the waves crash against the harsh rocks.

Royal Temple Taman Ayun

The name of the Taman Ayun temple literally means “a beautiful garden.” It is well deservedly considered one of the most attractive landmarks of Bali. From all sides, the temple is surrounded by wide canals, so you can only reach it via a bridge that passes through richly decorated gates. From the gates, a well-trodden path leads into the inner courtyard, running through a landscaped park with a square pond in the center of which stands a fountain consisting of 9 jets. Four of the fountain’s jets are positioned according to the cardinal directions (North, West, South, East), another four are directed toward the Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, and Southeast, and one central jet. Such an original layout symbolizes Dewa Nawa Sanga-the 9 main gods of the Balinese pantheon.

Safari Park

This is a vast area where several hundred animals live. Their enclosures are so spacious that a specially equipped sightseeing safari bus can cruise around them freely. It comes close to the animals so that you can feed a carrot to some hungry zebra right from the window. Besides the “safari” itself, you can also ride on elephants, feed the tigers and the toothy piranhas. And even pet the fluffy lion cubs.

Nusa Dua Beaches

Perhaps the first place to head for a luxurious, comfortable vacation in Bali is the tourist area of Nusa Dua. This is home to the quietest beaches, with no dangerous waves, where you can enjoy your time wonderfully with the whole family. Nusa Dua is also famous for its high level of service and tourist culture. Here you won’t see beggars or persistent people on the beach, and no one will bother you unnecessarily. The area’s infrastructure matches the established standard-within Nusa Dua there are several golf courses, restaurants and shops of a European level, as well as several parks for recreation and entertainment, including the famous "Water Blow".

Uluwatu Beach

Uluwatu is a magnificent beach located in the very southern part of the island of Bali. It’s popular with many tourists thanks to its azure, crystal-clear water and fine white sand. The beach is quite small, yet very scenic-beautiful rocks rise from the water, forming unusual compositions that are highly popular with photographers from all over the world. Uluwatu Beach is also intriguing because getting there means passing through a narrow gorge. Its infrastructure is at a moderate level: you won’t find noisy bars and restaurants here, but you can grab a bite at one of the cozy cafes located on the hill. From here, a magnificent panorama of the island will unfold before you.

Monkey Forest

Among the natural attractions in Ubud, the Monkey Forest is the main tourist destination. Truly an amazing sight! There are simply countless monkeys of various species here. They’re all so entertaining that there’s no doubt it will lift your spirits. In the park, the monkeys go about their business, swim, actively interact with one another, and, of course, show keen interest in the arriving guests. Not to mention their babies-they are so cute and touching that any heart will melt at the sight of them. During your visit to the monkey forest, don’t forget some safety rules. First of all, remove all jewelry, glasses, headwear, watch chains, bracelets, and cameras. There’s a great chance that in those nimble hands, all of this could suddenly disappear without a trace.

Craftsmen’s Town of Ubud

Ubud, a small town tucked away from the beaches in the depths of Bali, is considered the island’s cultural and intellectual capital. Surrounding it are rolling hills covered with rice fields, rivers, and jungles. The local scenery is recognized as some of the most beautiful in Asia. Ubud is the center of Balinese art. It is home to: a wood carving center, a jewelry gallery, a gallery of unique fabric painting techniques, and many other museums and art centers. In Ubud, you can also watch the best traditional dances. The most fascinating is Kecak, which can put both the dancers and the audience into a trance. After taking an excursion to Ubud, you will be able to buy unique items, original works, and also learn some secrets of craftsmanship by studying with the masters.

Nusa Penida Island

Nusa Penida is the largest of the three islands located off the east coast of Bali. Its tourism infrastructure is practically undeveloped due to the lack of freshwater sources here. But there’s no bad without some good: instead of a resort paradise, dry Nusa Penida has become a unique sanctuary for many species of tropical birds. Ocean currents around Nusa Penida bring sharks and other large predators up from the depths closer to the surface. Because of this, the island is very popular with divers. The best-known local spot is Crystal Bay Beach. It is one of the few places in the world where you can see a large sunfish (or Opah fish)-up to three meters in length and weighing around two tons.

For a more detailed list of excursions and their prices, you can view it after booking the cruise in your “Client Personal Account”.