Today we are going out to sea! Made is available to bring us around today. We met him at our lobby and he brought us to the seaside. We signed up for our package of Rp300,000 each for glass boat ride, snorkelling and visit to turtle island. The operator initially wanted us to pay an extra Rp100,000 for insurance but we insisted NO! saying that we've already got our own insurance.
On turtle island, we had a photo opportunity with a giant turtle and were given the chance to carry a young turtle that struggled to be free just as we struggled to hold it tight. The other residents on the island include a bat, a owl, an eagle, a pelican, an iguana and five little chicks with hair dyed by our guide. She thinks that it's amusing but I find it so cruel. And my fave was a little six-month-old monkey named Upin that originated from Monkey Forest. Had a drink of coconut before leaving the island. Was comparing to our Phuket trip and thought Bali to be an expensive place. Probably inflation caused by the numerous Australians to Bali. =P
On turtle island, we had a photo opportunity with a giant turtle and were given the chance to carry a young turtle that struggled to be free just as we struggled to hold it tight. The other residents on the island include a bat, a owl, an eagle, a pelican, an iguana and five little chicks with hair dyed by our guide. She thinks that it's amusing but I find it so cruel. And my fave was a little six-month-old monkey named Upin that originated from Monkey Forest. Had a drink of coconut before leaving the island. Was comparing to our Phuket trip and thought Bali to be an expensive place. Probably inflation caused by the numerous Australians to Bali. =P
Next stop, Uluwatu. As one of the top surfing destinations, Uluwatu boasts of huge waves reserved for the professional surfers. Many accidents and even deaths occur frequently here as surfers fight for the waves, according to Made.
We were given two options for lunch; either at a upclass hotel or a more economical eatery. With the same view, we chose the latter. =) The food portion was generous and delicious. I so love the crackers, crispy and frangrant! I had seafood fried rice and Bernard had sate with steamed rice.
We were given two options for lunch; either at a upclass hotel or a more economical eatery. With the same view, we chose the latter. =) The food portion was generous and delicious. I so love the crackers, crispy and frangrant! I had seafood fried rice and Bernard had sate with steamed rice.
After lunch, Made spent some time driving us around the vicinity explaining to us the development in the area, much with political influence. Then, we were brought to a Tamara Spa along the way where we enjoyed a 2-hour massage and spa session. Good time to change out of our saltish, smelling clothes. We had to bargain hard to bring down the US$50 treatment to US$30 per person.
And then, it was time to eat again! In the Jimbaran Bay area, we chose to go to the Sharkey's restaurant according to reviews again. It is actually very near to the airport. Made told us that it has been renamed Wali Beach Cafe. We arrived before sunset and was able to enjoy the awesome change of colours in the sky. From our beach front table, we saw the children playing, the dogs frolicking and some fishermen going out to fish.
We had a crab, some clams and squid with steamed rice. There was complimentary stir-fried veg and fruit slices too. It was then back to hotel for our rest.
And then, it was time to eat again! In the Jimbaran Bay area, we chose to go to the Sharkey's restaurant according to reviews again. It is actually very near to the airport. Made told us that it has been renamed Wali Beach Cafe. We arrived before sunset and was able to enjoy the awesome change of colours in the sky. From our beach front table, we saw the children playing, the dogs frolicking and some fishermen going out to fish.
We had a crab, some clams and squid with steamed rice. There was complimentary stir-fried veg and fruit slices too. It was then back to hotel for our rest.
With our friendly driver, Made, and his Toyota 7-seater at our hotel porch. Almost all private drivers ferries their guests around in 7-seaters so those with family and children can engage their services too.
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