Golf is one of the those sports that not only provides you with a challenge, but also a chance to immerse yourself in some truly spectacular natural scenery and this is none more so true than when golfing in Bali. While there are several courses around the island that one can visit, those looking to also enjoy living it up in style when on this island paradise should look to stay at a luxury retreat Bali has to offer such as Uma Bali. This Ubud hotel overlooks the Tjampuhan Valley and provides an ideal base from which to set off on your tours.
Situated in Nusa Dua, the Bali Golf and Country Club features an 18 hole world championship golf course by the sea and is a great place to start your golfing adventures. Providing plenty of challenges, the course is set amidst breathtaking coastal scenery, epitomised by the backdrops at the last two holes. Another course worth heading to is Bali Handara Kosaido in Bedugul which is the island’s oldest course and set in a unique location of an extinct volcano’s crater! This 18 hole championship course spans an area of 6,432-yards and has plenty of water hazards and bunkers too that will challenge even the most proficient golfers. Also worth visiting is the 18 hole Nirwana Course which has been designed by golfing great Greg Norman. Enjoying a coastal location in Tabanan, this course incorporates cliff-side settings, paddy fields and creeks into its layout, promising an unforgettable day out on the green.
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Indonesia’s beautiful island province, Bali, is a natural paradise for visitors from around the world as the island is enriched with an abundance of glorious flora and interesting fauna. Whether one is looking at the lush fields, exploring the mysterious rain forests or experiencing awe at the breathtaking mountains, the entire province is vividly painted with brilliant colours to create exquisite scenes of natural splendor. While the balmy Bali weather is soaked up by those looking to relax and unwind, the island is best enjoyed by those who seek adventure. For adrenaline junkies, the island offers excitement aplenty in a variety of natural settings. Trekking is a riveting way to explore Bali, and is enjoyed by everyone who wants to tread the path less travelled.
There are special packages for couples honeymooning as well as for families to visit the Komodo dragons or splash about and have fun in the waves. Special safety measures have been taken and most charter boats house a medical officer and training instructors for your benefit. Few charter boats offer spas in the open sea. Pamper yourself with a chocolate body wrap or scented oil massage along with your partner on the gently rocking waves and unwind away from the daily toils.