Swept away by Bali's underwater adventures<\/p>\n
DENPASAR, Bali (JP): Bali is a haven for divers. The island is
\nhome to beautiful and rare marine life comparable to that in
\nHawaii and other excellent dive sites in the world.<\/p>\n
With clear water and a moderate temperature of 27 to 28
\ndegrees Celsius all the year round, Bali offers great underwater
\nadventures.<\/p>\n
The island of Bali offers numerous diving and snorkeling areas
\nmostly located on the east coast, such as Padang Bai, Candi Dasa,
\nTulamben and Amed.<\/p>\n
On the north coast, Lovina Beach is another option. While in
\nthe west, Menjangan Island, Bali Barat National Park, and Labuan
\nLalang offer excellent alternative diving sites.<\/p>\n
Demands for underwater sport activities have been growing
\nsince the late l970s, with a number of companies now competing to
\ndraw divers to Bali.<\/p>\n
Baruna was established in l978 as the first Diving Operator in
\nBali.<\/p>\n
The company has facilities at Sanur and Nusa Dua near
\nDenpasar, Nusa Penida and Lembongan, Gili Biaha and Menjangan
\nNational Park.<\/p>\n
Tulamben, 100 kilometers northeast of Sanur is one of the most
\nbeautiful diving locations in Bali. On location, you can see an
\nAmerican ship sunk during World War II. The wreck is now filled
\nwith various species of anemones and corals.<\/p>\n
Another interesting location is Menjangan National Park, a
\ntiny island 120 kilometer west of Denpasar. The area, accessible
\nby boat, is rich with all kinds of sponges, sea plants, corals
\nand fishes inhabiting a reef which stretches for miles. The area
\nis considered a divers's paradise not just in Bali but by
\nknowledgeable divers around the world.<\/p>\n
Divers looking for a more complete view of Indonesia's
\nunderwater marvels should embark on a live-aboard journey on the
\nBaruna Adventurer. Baruna dive cruises provides divers the
\nopportunity to experience a variety of destinations in comfort.<\/p>\n
Divers can explore the underwater wonders of Eastern Indonesia
\non seven to eight days cruises to the islands of Komodo, Alor,
\nFlores, Sumbawa and Lombok.<\/p>\n
For beginners who are eager to explore the beauty of the
\nunderwater world, the company offers a short introductory course
\nfor US$78 per day.<\/p>\n
Various courses are offered such as the Padi open water
\ncourse, advanced courses and several others. The courses cost
\nfrom $120 to $300.<\/p>\n
Other companies including Daiju Dive Operation and Sea Star
\nPadi Dice Center also offer diving and other marine sports.<\/p>\n
The companies' diving locations are in Nusa Dua, Sanur, Padang
\nBai, Amed and Menjangan National Park.<\/p>\n
If diving is not your forte, other companies offer white-water
\nrafting, sailing and cruises.<\/p>\n
The Bali Rafting, the Action Plus has a spectacular white
\nwater adventure on Telaga Waja river in East Bali.<\/p>\n
Surfing is another popular water sport for visitors to Bali.
\nSince Robert Koke found a surfing paradise at Kuta Beach and
\nbuilt the Kuta Beach Hotel, enthusiasts now flock to the beach to
\ntry the surf.<\/p>\n
There are numerous popular enclaves along Kuta and Legian
\nbeaches, Uluwatu and Sanur. On sunny days, these spots are
\ncrowded with surfers and swimmers.<\/p>\n
When you visit Bali, don't miss its beautiful underwater
\nadventures and challenging water sport activities.<\/p>",
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