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In the resort
• Balance Yoga
• Meditation
• Stretch
• Balance Beach Walk
Outside of the resort
Ubud & Pura Gunung Kawi Full Day Tour
The gentle spirituality that weaves through Bali is clearly marked in the
plethora of temples. Temples to honour Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom, are
generally found near schools or places of learning. Pura Gunung Kawi, is one
such temple, built around a spring, the public village meeting hall lies outside
the holy sanctum. School children play in the gardens. Like many temples, intricate
stonework and statues guard the gardens and protect the holy shrine.
Ubud, Bali's cultural centre, sharply contrasts the ancient traditions and architecture
of Bali with contemporary global styles. The famous Ubud market is a courtyard surrounded
by narrowed cobblestone streets. If you get past the outside throng of pushy vendors you will
find a meandering labyrinth of wares. Venture further and find yourself in a sea of trendy bars
and stylish shops that fit perfectly in the fashion capitals of the world.
Tegalalang & Kintamani Half Day Tour
'Made to order' is the watchword in Tegalalang, an area that weaves through several rows of shops
that sell ironwork, mosaic, Balinese versions of Venetian mirrors, woodcarvings, and a variety
of other, largely handmade, arts and crafts. The warehouses of Tegalalang supply the shops in Ubud
and under the skilled hands of artisans all things can be made to suit your needs.
If the winding roads through the Balinese mountains leave you with a need to stretch your legs,
a beautiful view can be seen at Kintamani where the panorama of the still smoking Mount Batur, next to
Batur Lake within a huge volcanic crater basin, takes your breath away.
Sunset cruise in a traditional Jukong
A traditional Balinese boat, the Jukong, bobs along the calm waves of the Bali Sea. There is a vibrant
energy from this spot where the whole of Mount Agung can be seen. You are taken to the Rumpon, a floating
structure of bamboo and dried palm leaves that serves as a shelter for fish. From this shelter, cast your
line and embrace the energy and peace of the waves as the sun sets behind the island.
Balinese Dance
There are dances for the people; there are dances for the gods. More than a display of skill, dances symbolise
the ancient battle between the Ranga (evil) and the Barong (good).
The musicians play gamelan music in white gelongs (traditional Balinese headscarves) on bamboo instruments.
The dancers themselves wear an elaborate traditional headdress, clothed in a ceremonial cloth of gold with glints
of crimson. As they dance, their hands carry flower offerings similar to those that are offered to the Gods all
over Bali. A glimpse into the art and mystique of traditional Balinese skills passed on over generations.
Squid Fishing by New Moon
A lone Jukong boat sways in the gentle breeze on the waves of a moonlit sea. A popular seasonal pastime for local
fishermen, squid fishing takes place in the darkness of the new moon. |
