subject: Getting Wet In Bali Island [print this page] When you come to Bali, the very first thing that you would want to do is enjoy the beach. Seeing its turquoise colored crystal clear waters will definitely make you get out of your clothes and in to your bathing suit. And after a day of swimming, you might want to stay by the beach and take shelter under the cool shade of the coconut trees.
However, this is not the only thing you can do in Bali. Swimming is not the only activity you can indulge in. More than that, Bali is a place where you can explore deeper into the sea and experience a different kind of getting wet.
When in Bali, make sure you will be able to do these other water activities like:
Pool hopping. Though Bali is an island, it does not only boast of beaches but of pools as well. There are a lot of swimming pools that abound in the island like the Hard Rock Beach Club and the Club Med. For a fee, you can enjoy the amenities as well as the traditional Balinese hospitality.
Aquatonic Pool. If you are afraid of swimming in the ocean but still want to experience it, you can come to the Aquatonic Pool which is a 7,000 square foot pool that is filled with 153 million gallons of heated seawater. That makes you swim in ocean water without having to be in the ocean. It also has massage areas and bubble massage tables.
White water rafting. This activity is for the more adventurous type of people. As you paddle against the strong currents of the river, you will see views of volcanic formations, cliffs, villages, and rice fields.
Surfing. This is actually becoming a more popular activity in many beaches. If you are a beginner, you can avail of lessons from the different surf schools on the island.
Submarine cruise. This is the more expensive water activity on the island. You will board the Bali Hai semi-submersible coral cruise and be 8 feet below the water surface and enjoy the schools of fish and colored corals around you.
Scuba dive. Though more common, this can also be an expensive activity. However, what you will see underneath the calm waters of Bali are amazingly fulfilling marine species and sea giants.
Banana boats. This is quite fun for groups wherein you ride a banana boat and be dragged by a jet ski or a speed boat.
Waterbom Park. If you are a child at heart, then the 17 various and exciting state-of-the-art slides of Waterbom Park will definitely keep you coming back to Bali. Settled on a 3.8-hectare land, kids and adults will enjoy this water park.
Bali is indeed a place full of fun and adventure. It would not have been called the famed island of the gods if it werent a nice place to be in. To add to all the activities you can enjoy during the day, you can come home to the most homey and luxurious villas Bali and villas in Bali for rent. There are a lot of villas Bali to choose from. Just visit Bali Villa Holidays and choose from the many villas in Bali for rent which are priced reasonably and provide the ultimate vacation.
