The Best Spots For Water Sports in Bali
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Bali’s brilliant sea scenes, stunning beaches, and endless waves create the perfect atmosphere for the water sports industry to be born, grow, and thrive. Nothing completes your island adventure more than some daring water sports. Discover the best spots for water sports in Bali in our list below.
1. Pandawa Beach
Natural Feature
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Many tourists visit Pandawa Beach for its beauty alone: the smooth white sand and brilliant shades of blue. But the beach has more to offer, including water sports, such as canoeing. Once dubbed as a secret beach, the beach is now almost always packed with local and international tourists. Pandawa Beach is also furnished with big umbrellas and day beds, making it a perfect spot to chill and thrill in Bali. After a fun day of swimming and canoeing, tourists can get a traditional Balinese massage for an affordable price.
Ubud
Yes, Ubud, the cultural highlands in the middle of the island. More than the excellent coastlines and oceans, Bali also holds many impressive rivers which provide the means for adventurous rafting experiences. Ayung River is among the most popular spots for rafting in Ubud. While rafting, tourists are presented with magnificent views of jungles, waterfalls, and wildlife. Monkeys often make an appearance, playfully hopping from trees to trees. Tourists can choose whether to indulge on a gentle raft or a more adventerous one, and the organizers will plan the activity accordingly.
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2. Nusa Lembongan
Forest, Natural Feature
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This small island off Bali’s east coast is a rising destination for various island activities, such as diving, snorkeling, swimming, stand-up paddling, and all kinds of water sports. For tourists who prefer an intimate atmosphere with their group or family, Nusa Lembongan is an alternative to crowded popular beaches in the mainland. Tourists can explore most of the island in a day trip, including the mangrove forest, cliffside jungles, and idyllic beaches.