Why the
adventure sports
of Bali are special

Bali has world class surfing, snorkeling and diving. These sports draw over a hundred thousand enthusiasts per year.

It's easy to rent good equipment, charter boats with guides and - if a beginner - find competent instructors.

Bali has whitewater rafting for thrill-seeking novices (see photo).

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Bali adventure sports -
tips & insights

Surfing

Bali's superb surfing draws enthusiasts from around the globe. The premier surfing spot for skilled practitioners is Ulu Watu (situated at the southern tip of the island). Accomplished surfers also praise the nearby Padang Padang surf - and the surf at Canggu (between Kuta and Tanah Lot).

The surfing at Kuta Reef (which lies out to sea from Kuta Beach) also receives accolades. However, its waves can become overpopulated with surfers due to its proximity to the bustling tourist town of Kuta.

June, July and August are the ideal months for surfing the above spots.

Snorkeling & scuba-diving

May to September is the best period for snorkeling and diving. 

Bali is ringed by many clear-water reefs rich in live coral, colorful tropical fish and other marine life. At one site - Tulamben - you can explore a sunken World War II ship.

Snorkelers and divers can relish two of Bali's small off-shore islands named Menjangan and Lembongan. The first is Bali's best overall site. The second makes an interesting day trip from Bali's tourist centers.

Whitewater rafting

The Ajung rapids are rated Class 2 -- ideal for rafting novices who want an adrenaline rush without being scared to death.

Although there are more challenging rapids in the world, the 11 kilometer (7 mile) run in the deep & steep Ajung River gorge near Ubud is breathtakingly beautiful.

You pass isolated rice terraces, dangling jungle growth and high waterfalls. Your 4 to 6 passenger rubber raft is stirred by an able skipper while you and your mates do the paddling.

Bali's other
well-established
adventure sports

Hiking & Trekking
Walk through tropical foliage and scale active volcanoes.

Sailing
Bali has the right boats, strong winds and open seas to gratify seasoned sailors. You can even rent and sail a tiny outrigger canoe on the ocean.

Wind-surfing
Hop the waves on a sail-surfboard.

Parasailing
View the coastline from a seagull's eye view.

Bungee jumping
Several daunting sites serve those who dare.

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