Monday, 26 September 2022

5 Days in Ubud, Bali

5 Days in Ubud, Bali


Hello everyone and welcome in other article where I’m taking you with me in another wonderful part of the island : Ubud. Are you ready to discover it with me? Let’s go!!






Location





Ubud is located in « the middle » of the island at approximately 2hours from Canang Sari Villa and Uluwatu. By car, it’s going to be a little bit longer (around 3hours)



Day 1 : 


On the first day, I just took the time to have a lunch and to visit the area.  Landscapes in Ubud are amazing and very different from Uluwatu and Kuta/Seminyak. This city is located in the forest so you can be sure you are going to see a lot of monkeys, creepers etc.. which give you a change of scene for sure. I decided to visit the rice terraces which are everywhere overthere. You can walk in them or just see them from the road. Personnaly, i recommend you to have a lunch or just a drink with the view on it. it's just breathtaking 












Day 2 : 


The second day was the first complete day in Ubud. We left the hotel early in the morning to go to Jatiluwih Rice Terraces Trail which is part of the Unesco National Parks. We booked a personal guide for a total of around 500K/day. At the price, he took us to a special trip and this natural park, showing us the best places. We had the chance to see the beautiful terraces and landscapes that are completely different than the « usual » Bali that everybody knows (the more touristic one). We loved to walk in the middle of the terraces and meet the locals who are so welcoming and nice. This is definitely the place not to be missed if you come to Ubud!

Informations : the entrance costs 40K 






Day 3 : 


Our guide took us to discover a coffee plantation which is definitely a thing to do in this part of the island. There are a lot of them so don’t be worried, it is very easy to find.  The locals will explain the process of coffee creation and why there are so many of them. You will be able to taste a selection of a dozen of coffee and tea. You will also have the chance to taste the most expensive coffee in the world and how is it prepared which is ….. I can not say anything more, just come and discover it by yourself, you won't regret it!!!

Informations : all of this is free! Then, they will show you their coffee and tea shops where you can buy tea/coffee bagds  for around 300K-600K








On the afternoon, we went to see different waterfalls which are also very typical from Ubud. They are so many of them in this area : it’s just something to see. Time for Instagram posts!!

Informations : the entrance costs between 20K-40K 








Day 4 :


We kept our guide to go to the Hot Springs, which are hot swimming pools located and heated thanks to the Mount Batur, an active volcano where you can also do a night trek to see the sunrise at the top of it.

Informations : the entrance costs 50K and the access to the pool 300K





Day 5 : 


On the last day, we left Ubud to go to the northern part of Island, Lovina, which is really famous for…. The dolphins and the coral reefs. It starts at 6am or 8:30. You can see the sunrise and after that the boat drives you to see the dauphins swimming. After that, the driver will show you the coral reef where you'll be able do snorkeling!!

Informations : several prices are available depending on what you would like to do/see. Between 150K-250K









We’re staying at one of the best villa in Uluwatu, Canang Sari Villas Bali!
Check it out for the best price!

WhatsApp: +62-878-6151-9568

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Friday, 2 September 2022

Uluwatu Temples

                                                                         Uluwatu Temples 



Uluwatu Temple : the Uluwatu Temple is perched on top of a steep cliff approximately 70 metres above sea level. Also known as Pura Luhur, it’s one of the main temples in Uluwatu and it’s definitely a place to see.


Location: at only 10minutes in Scooter from Canang Sari Villas (4km).  





(The blue point : Canang Sari Villas)


Price: 1,000 IDR for the parking - 50,000 IDR to enter in the Temple - 100,000 to enjoy the Uluwatu Temple Kecak dance show (entrance not included)


Rules: to enter in the temple, you have to cover your knees (if it’s not the case, they will give you a a sarong or a sash). Things to know : if you are menstruating, you won’t be able to enter.


The Temple: Most travelers enjoy the view of this temple from two different points, from both northern and southern part of the area. The temple is pretty huge and you also have an amazing walk in the forest and on the cliffs. You’ll definitely enjoy the incredible view, especially for the sunset.


The Monkeys: in this temple, the monkeys are everywhere so be extremely careful with what you wear (avoid/protect your glasses, your hat/cap and hold your phone tight)




Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park:  Mandala Garuda Wisnu Kencana, or Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK), is a cultural park devoted to the Hindu God Vishnu, and his mount, Garuda, the mythical bird who became his companion.


Location : at 15 minutes in scooter from Canang Sari Villas (7,8km). 

 




(The blue point : Canang Sari Villas)


Price: 125,000 IDR for adults and 100,000 IDR for children. This price include the access to the all park, the shuttle, a drink at the end of the visit.


The Park : enjoy the breathtaking statues (the biggest one, the Garuda Wisnu Kencana, is even taller than the Statue Of Liberty in New York City and you can see it even in Canggu and Seminyak). Traditional Dance Shows take place all day in the different areas of the park (amphitheaters, open-air …) and you can even find concerts (festivals) over there.

Sunday, 28 August 2022

Things to know before coming in Bali

 


  1. The Traffic - Le traffic 

One thing to know before coming in Bali, is that the traffic here is very thick, extremely thick. The traffic jams are everywhere, especially on the south of the island (Kuta, Canggu, Denpasar …). Travelling short distances usually takes longer than expected (mostly with a car). Remember to plan ahead your movements (to get to the airport for example) to avoid unpleasant surprises


This might be a surprise to you, or it might not be, but in Bali they drive on the left hand side. This means that if you come from a country where you drive on the right hand side, you should be extra careful, not only when driving yourself, but also when crossing the street.


Personally, we recommend you to rent a scooter during stay. It will be a time saver for sure

Directly at Canang Sari Villas, we propose you to rent a scooter :


Scooter price list:

  • N-max all new : 200K  per day
  • N-max old : 150K per day
  • Yamaha Lexy : 120K per day
  • Scoopy : 100K per day 
  • Vario 125cc : 100K per day
  • Vario 150cc : 120K per day


For a private driver, please ask the customer service. 


    Une des choses à savoir en venant à Bali, c’est que le traffic ici est dense, vraiment très dense. Les zone d’embouteillage sont très présentes sur la quasi totalité de l’île et parcourir de petite distance prend généralement plus de temps que ce qu’on l’imagine (surtout en voiture). Pensez à vous y prendre à l’avance (pour vous rendre à l’aéroport par exemple) afin d’éviter les mauvaises surprises … 


Cela peut vous surprendre (ou pas) mais ici à Bali, on roule à gauche! Si vous venez d’un pays où la circulation se fait à droite (Europe, Amérique), pensez à faire très attention que ce soit en conduisant où simplement en traversant la rue. 


Nous vous conseillons de louer un scooter durant votre séjour. Il vous sera un gain de temps énorme sur l’île. A Canang Sari, nous vous proposons un service de location de scooter à la journée: 


Prix en location

  • N-max all new : 200K  par jour
  • N-max old : 150K par jour
  • Yamaha Lexy : 120K par jour
  • Scoopy : 100K par jour
  • Vario 125cc : 100K par jour
  • Vario 150cc : 120K par jour


Pour un chauffeur privé, merci de contacter le service client.







2.Phone Package and useful apps Forfait téléphonique et applications utiles 


    First of all, you should know that in Bali, all establishments (restaurants, shopping centers, hotels, guesthouses) offer a free and rather efficient wifi connection. If you want to buy a phone package (calls, text messages and internet) you will find dedicated shops everywhere, with variable prices depending on how much GB you want.


Useful apps:

  • Gojek and Grab : « Indonesian Uber » (food and transport)
  • VPN : useful for a long stay
  • GetYourGuide : this app proposes you a selection of activities you should do, depending on the destination you enter
  • Maps Me proposes to download maps (Bali for example) that you will be able to use without Internet.


Tout d’abord, il faut savoir qu’à Bali, tous les établissements (restaurants, centre commerciaux, hôtels, Guesthouses) propose une connexion wifi gratuite et plutôt performante. Si vous désirez vous achetez une forfait téléphonique (appel, sms et internet) vous trouverez partout des shops dédiés dont les prix varient en fonction du nombre de Go que vous choisirez.


Applications utiles:

  • Gojek et Grab : l’équivalent de Uber et UberEat en Indonésie (transport et nourriture)
  • VPN : utile pour les longs séjours 
  • GetYourGuide qui propose toutes les activités à faire pour une destination choisie
  • Maps Me qui vous permet de télécharger à l’avance des cartes (celle de Bali par exemple) afin de pouvoir vous repérer même sans connexion 



3. Drinkable  water in Bali -  L’eau potable à Bali 


In Bali, don’t drink or use tap water! That includes steering clear of more than you might think, including ice in drinks, brushing your teeth with tap water, ingesting water in the shower, and food that has been washed in tap water. You’ll find in every hotels, mineral water bottles and a water dispenser. In supermarkets, the price varies from 3 000 IDR to 24 000 IDR.


However, there are some details to know and some precautions to take :


  • Drink only on new bottles. Never drink on a bottle that is already opened ‍
  • Don’t ask or accept ice cubes. Even if it’s refreshing, they are often made with tap water and can be infected. If you already have ice cubes in your drink, try to take them out
  • Avoid eating salad in restaurants (lettuce can be washed in tap water)
  • No worries about the fruits and vegetables you can peel


À Bali, l’eau potable ne sort pas directement du robinet. Vous trouverez normalement dans chaque hotel, des bouteilles d’eau minérale ainsi qu’une fontaine à eau. Il ne faut surtout pas boire l’eau du robinet. Mais pas d’inquiétudes, on peut trouver de l’eau potable dans tous les magasins, supermarchés, épiceries, hôtels et restaurants de l’île. Suivant le format de la bouteille, tu t’en sortiras entre 3 000 IDR (Roupie Indonésien) et 24 000 IDR.


Il y a cependant quelques détails à connaître et donc quelques précautions à prendre :

  • Boire seulement de l’eau en bouteille cachetée. Ne bois surtout pas l’eau d’une bouteille déjà ouverte (car tu ne sais pas depuis quand elle aura été ouverte et surtout si c’est toujours de l’eau potable qu’il y a dedans). ‍
  • Ne pas demander ou accepter de glaçons dans tes boissons. Même si c’est rafraichissant, les glaçons sont souvent faits avec l’eau du robinet non bouillie et pourraient être « contaminés »… Si tu en as dans ton verre, mets les de côté rapidement pour éviter le pire.‍
  • Éviter les salades vertes dans les restaurants, car elles sont souvent lavées à l’eau du robinet.
  • Pas d’inquiétude pour les fruits et légumes que tu peux éplucher.


4.  - Local Culture and Restaurants - Culture et Restaurants locaux 


In Bali, ceremonies and rites are very present everywhere on the island and often rhythm the days, for our greatest happiness. It will allow you to discover the Balinese culture whether it is if you stay with the local people or if you just go in the street, at the merchants, in the temples. The Balinese have the custom of making many offerings to the Gods (there are more than 1,000 of them and they also pray Demons to keep a certain balance and that some are not jealous of others). A religious culture very present on the island and which is felt everywhere. You can also see temples everywhere (including the breathtaking Uluwatu temple at just 5-10min from Canang Sari Villa which offers a spectacular show at sunset with the Kecak Dance as a bonus)

Never crush the offerings placed on the ground, they are sacred and this would be perceived as a lack of respect


Do not hesitate to also go to small traditional restaurants on the side of the road. You will find cheap, tasty and very traditional meals there.

 


A Bali, cérémonies, rites et fêtes sont très présentes un peu partout sur l’île et rythmes souvent les journées, pour notre plus grand bonheur. Cela vous permettra de découvrir la culture balinaise que ce soit si vous logez chez l’habitant ou que vous soyez dans la rue, chez les commerçants, dans les temples. Les balinais ont pour coutume de faire de nombreuses offrandes aux Dieux (il en existe plus de 1 000 et ils prient aussi des Démons pour garder un certain équilibre et que les uns ne soient pas jaloux des autres). Une culture religieuse très présente sur l’île et qui se ressent. On peut d’ailleurs voir des temples partout (notamment le magnifique temple d’Uluwatu à seulement 5-10min de Canang Sari Villa qui offre une spectacle grandiose au coucher de soleil (avec en bonus le Kecak Dance). 

Ne jamais écraser les offrandes posées sur le sol, elles sont sacrés et cela serait perçu comme un manque de respect 


N’hésitez pas à aussi vous rendre dans les petits restaurants traditionnels en bord de route. Vous y trouverez des repas peu chers, savoureux et très traditionnels  

















Thursday, 5 May 2022

Our trip to ubud

                                 🌳 Our trip to ubud 🌳

Hello everyone! Today we want to share with you our first time in the paradisiac landscape of Ubud. 

We stayed 3 days and we discovered many things that I can't wait to tell you 😄


First day :

We went to visit the monkey forest. This forest located in Ubud's center is a home for monkeys but also a sanctuary for the residents. Just to know, the entrance is 80 000 idr. In the forest, you can walk around wherever you want. This forest is full of baby monkeys up to the oldest ones. You can discover a timeless place with its flamboyant and tropical vegetation 🌴. Below, a river flows along the forest, you will have the opportunity to take your best pictures in nature or even with monkeys if you are lucky 🙉. 

Be careful because our friends the monkeys can be aggressive. Don't look them in the eye and store your things well as I explained in a previous article. But don't worry, guards are present to watch over you and the monkeys. 🐒




Second day :

We went to see the famous rice terrace of Tegallalang. A place full of beauty and culture, a breathtaking view, like a postcard! 😍 We loved to walk in the middle of the rice terrace and meet the locals. This is definitely the place not to be missed if you come to Ubud! You will be able to observe the beautiful colors that the landscape offers while soaking up the Balinese culture. 🌾 

Remember to bring a bottle of water, a hat and sunscreen because the sun is very strong and you can quickly become dehydrated. 



After this magnificent discovery, we were hungry and went to eat in a coffee plantation. There are a lot of them over there. The locals will explain the process of coffee creation and the secret of the most expensive coffee in the world! Not to be missed! 😋 We were able to taste a dozen of coffee and tea. Then, we swung in the middle of the jungle on this famous "swing", incredible. 🌴




Third day :

For our last day, we got wet! We left early enough in the morning to go rafting! 🚣To get to the river we had to go down a lot of steps in the middle of the jungle, it was so picturesque. After this little walk, we arrived at the edge of the river and the rafting trip started. Lush vegetation, breathtaking waterfalls and thrills were all around us.😜 An activity that I highly recommend, very fun to do with family or friends.💚








We’re staying at one of the best villa in Uluwatu, Canang Sari Villas Bali!
Check it out for the best price!
WhatsApp: +62-878-6151-9568

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#ubud #ubudtravel #ubudbali #monkeyforest #riceterrace #rafting #ubudtrip





Friday, 22 April 2022

Our first motor bike

  🛵 Our first motor bike 🛵


Today we are going to talk about a topic, I think, very important to know for your own safety here in Bali.

Fisrt of all, you should know that everyone in Bali travel with a motor bike (a scooter). It's useful and fast for any short trip.

You can enjoy riding a motor bike at an affordable price, from 700 000 or 800 000 idr per month. It depends on the power and on the number of scooters available, for example the prices may be higher in July and August, tourist period. 

It will also depend on your ability to negotiate, show your best smile!😁
Despite the many tourists, you will have no trouble finding a rental store, there are many on the island.



Now let's move on to more serious things, driving in Bali.

First of all, here we drive on the left, it is a habit to take but it is rather fast. 

The most important thing here is to be careful and anticipate the dangers. Indeed, the locals do not really respect the rules of the road; red lights, stop signs, or priorities...

To tell you quickly: 
A truck almost backed over us if we didn't avoid it, people overtake without even looking if there are people in front, and watch out for stray dogs! They are sometimes in the middle of the road or can even run after you. We experienced it, from an outside eye it must have been funny to see 😄

But don't worry, if you are careful and take into account what I say, you won't have any problems! Getting around on a scooter in Bali is so much fun and pleasant!😍

 

We’re staying at one of the best villa in Uluwatu, Canang Sari Villas Bali!

Check it out for the best price!

www.canangsaribali.com

https://www.facebook.com/canangsarivillas.pecatu

https://www.instagram.com/canangsarivillasbali/

 

WhatsApp: +62-878-6151-9568


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Saturday, 9 April 2022

Our day in Uluwatu Temple

🛕 Visit of the Uluwatu Temple 🛕


For our first day in Bali we decided to visit the Uluwatu Temple.

To get into the temple, you will have to pay the entrance (20 000 idr) and the parking (1000idr), which is a reasonable price.

To enter the temple area, you will also have to wear a sarong or a sash that they will lend you. However, girls, if you are menstruating, you cannot enter the temple because it is a sacred area.



Pura Luhur is one of the six main temples in Bali. It is one of the most popular place to visit if you embark on a cultural trip to the area.

It is famous for its beautiful scenery overlooking Uluwatu Bay. Perched on top of a cliff, about 70 meters above the ocean, it is also known for offering one of the most beautiful views at sunset.





You can enjoy a beautiful walk on the edge of the cliff with a breathtaking view of the waves hitting the rocks.

The temple is located at the top of a cliff with a typical architecture and a special atmosphere, typical of the Balinese culture.


A path is laid out all along the cliff to allow you to admire the landscape from all possible sides. Viewpoints are arranged to allow you to take your best pictures!📸

Ideal to make friends and family jealous... 😎


  

During your visit you can also change the environment by walking away from the cliffs, in the forest, and discover the beautiful vegetation and the many monkeys that live there. 

However, be careful with your things, the monkeys are not shy and do not hesitate to snatch your glasses, your phone or even your flip-flops! So hold on tight to your things or put them away, good to know 😉

Finally, you can attend a Kecak fire dance performance! This is a traditional dance that tells the story of the Hindu hero Ramayana who goes to rescue his wife who was kidnapped by a demon.

Do not hesitate to visit this beautiful place full of culture and Balinese magic 🌟






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