Nature Lover's 7-Day Itinerary in Bali

1. Day 1: Bali Bird Park
   1 hr 5 mins (20.5 km) from Ngurah Rai International Airport

   Start your trip by visiting Bali Bird Park where you can see more than 1,000 birds of over 250 species from Indonesia and around the world. In the morning, you can watch the bird show, followed by a walk around the park and a visit to the adjacent reptile park in the afternoon. In the evening, you can enjoy dinner while watching the magnificent birds' dance performance.

2. Day 2: Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking
   1 hr 45 mins (57.1 km) from Bali Bird Park

   Wake up early to catch the sunrise on the Mount Batur Trekking Tour. Start the trek at 4 am and you will reach the peak in time for the sunrise at 6 am. After enjoying the view, the descent will take you through the volcanic black sand and lava rock. You will arrive back at the starting point around 9 am, just in time for breakfast.

3. Day 3: Tirta Empul Temple and Tegenungan Waterfall
   1 hr 15 mins (37.6 km) from Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking

   Experience Bali's spiritual culture at Tirta Empul Temple, where you can purify yourself in the holy springs. Afterward, head to Tegenungan Waterfall for a refreshing dip and a picnic lunch. Spend the afternoon exploring Ubud's Monkey Forest and surrounding rice terraces. End the day with a relaxing Balinese massage at a nearby spa.

4. Day 4: Bali Safari and Marine Park
   1 hr 5 mins (28.1 km) from Ubud Monkey Forest

   Visit Bali Safari and Marine Park, where you can watch the animal shows, go on safari rides, and interact with the animals at the petting zoo. In the afternoon, take a dip in the park's water park, followed by a sunset dinner at the park's restaurant overlooking the African savanna.

5. Day 5: Sekumpul Waterfall and Ulun Danu Beratan Temple
   2 hr 15 mins (78.2 km) from Bali Safari and Marine Park

   Take a day trip to the northern part of Bali to see the beauty of Sekumpul Waterfall, considered Bali's most beautiful waterfall, and Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, a picturesque landmark located on Lake Beratan. Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant overlooking the lake and end the day with a sunset at Lovina Beach.

6. Day 6: Sidemen Rice Terraces and Goa Lawah Temple
   2 hrs 10 mins (58.8 km) from Lovina Beach

   Head to the eastern part of Bali for a scenic drive through the Sidemen Rice Terraces. Stop for lunch at one of the restaurants overlooking the terraces. Afterward, visit the Goa Lawah Temple, also known as the Bat Cave Temple, where you can see thousands of bats hanging from the temple's ceiling. End the day with a seafood dinner on the nearby beach.

7. Day 7: Bali Botanic Garden and Tanah Lot Temple
   1 hr 45 mins (62.4 km) from Goa Lawah Temple

   Explore the Bali Botanic Garden, home to more than 2,000 plant species from Indonesia and other tropical regions, and take a relaxing stroll through the beautiful gardens. Afterward, visit Tanah Lot Temple, one of Bali's most iconic landmarks, and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. End your trip with a seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include Bali Treetop Adventure Park, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, and Bali Swing. For day trips, you can consider visiting the Nusa Islands or taking a snorkeling trip to Menjangan Island. To maximize your fun, hire a private driver for the day, so you can explore different parts of Bali at your own pace.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Bali Bird Park (4 hrs, IDR 385,000)
• Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (7 hrs, IDR 500,000)
• Tirta Empul Temple (2 hrs, IDR 50,000), Tegenungan Waterfall (2 hrs, IDR 20,000), Ubud Monkey Forest (1 hr, IDR 80,000), Balinese Massage (1 hr, IDR 150,000)
• Bali Safari and Marine Park (6 hrs, IDR 745,000)
• Sekumpul Waterfall (3 hrs, IDR 125,000), Ulun Danu Beratan Temple (1 hr, IDR 50,000), Lovina Beach (2 hrs, IDR 100,000)
• Sidemen Rice Terraces (3 hrs, IDR 75,000), Goa Lawah Temple (1 hr, IDR 15,000), Beach Dinner (2 hrs, IDR 300,000)
• Bali Botanic Garden (3 hrs, IDR 100,000), Tanah Lot Temple (2 hrs, IDR 60,000), Jimbaran Beach Dinner (2 hrs, IDR 300,000)
• Total Estimated Costs: IDR 2,020,000

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