Bali Water Sports

Bali is unquestionably a surfer's heaven with surfing as a prominent water sport for adventure enthusiasts. There are excellent beaches to try surfing in Bali like Kuta and the neighboring beaches of Legian and Seminyak are excellent beaches for novices to learn how to surf. Beyond the standard short and longboards, there are numerous other forms of surfing in Bali. Bodyboarding, also referred to as "boogie boarding," is another method for riding the waves. Challenging varieties include windsurfing, kitesurfing, and wakeboarding in locations like Nusa Dua, Uluwatu, Impossible, Medewi, Balangan, Padang Padang, and more.

If you want to witness the beauty of Manta rays, shipwrecks, marine turtles, and bright coral reefs in the underwater realm the best way to explore it is via scuba diving, which is also one of the most preferred Bali water sports. In fact, one of the most sought-after diving locations in the world, the U.S.S. Liberty Shipwreck is also nestled in Bali. Some of Bali's prime diving locations are Amed Beach, Sanur, Menjangan Island, Tanjung Benoa, and Tulamben, with Amed and Sanur beaches being offbeat locations for scuba diving.

Snorkeling is one of the best ways to experience the beauties of the ocean floor for those of you who might not feel comfortable diving deep. Discover Bali's aquatic life in the island's crystal-clear water and fall in love with the undersea splendors, featuring exotic coral reefs, shipwrecks, and vivid marine life. For this wonderful water sport, unlike scuba diving, you don't need a tank of air on hand, diving training, or a license for taking part in underwater sports. Sanur, Nusa Lembongan, Blue Lagoon, Tulamben, Menjangan Island, and Amed are the ideal locations in Bali to try snorkeling.

One of the most popular water sports in Bali is rafting, which not only offers a heart-pounding adrenaline rush to you, but also makes you admire the beautiful and lush vegetation of Bali. All you have to do is choose your activity grade and it will determine the degree of rafting for you. The grade ranges from 1 to 6, depending on the strength of the waves, difficulty of the required maneuvers, and the height of the rock drops. Some of the best places to try river rafting in Bali are the Ayung River in Ubud and the Telaga Waja River.

White water rafting in Bali's Telaga Waja River, one of the best spots for this activity, is a great way to get off the main road. It features the longest rafting route, which is 17 kilometers long and takes 2.5 to 3 hours to complete. You'll get to witness breathtaking vistas around you of highlands, valleys, rice paddies, waterfalls, and stone cliffs while you're on the rafting trip. Any level of experience (from beginning to advanced), children as young as 5 years old, seniors as old as 60, and non-swimmers can safely participate in Telaga Waja rafting.

If you don't have a PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) certification but still want to discover Bali's coral reef and vibrant aquatic life, sea walking is a fantastic alternative. The nicest thing about this sport is that swimming is not required; all you need to do is walk around the seafloor. Sea Walking is a novel underwater excursion that lets you discover the mysterious world below the waves. It is a relatively new addition to the many water sports in Bali. The best beaches to try out sea walking are Sanur Beach and Tanjung Benoa.

One of the newest additions to the water sports in Bali is the jetpacks, which are available in several variations and are frequently referred to as "flyboards." You can surf or fly 10 to 15 meters above the water's surface thanks to specially built jetpack equipment that includes a backpack and a set of special boots. You will be pulled up in the static posture by strong water pressure, and water will shoot out of the nozzles, resembling an Iron Man outfit. Flyboarding is primarily done while standing up straight, however, if you happen to be an experienced rider, you can dive under the water and break out later.

Kitesurfing is among the most amusing Bali water sports, which combines wakeboarding, surfing, windsurfing, and paragliding into one action, and it is a well-liked pastime for families in Bali. If you are a water sports enthusiast and want to take your surfing experience to another level you can surely try something as thrilling as kitesurfing. Sanur is an ideal beach for both seasoned and novice surfers to try out this activity. If you've never tried kitesurfing, don’t worry as with the correct training, you could easily glide over the water.

ZAmong the most amusing Bali water sports is the wonderful Banana Boating activity which you can enjoy with your group of friends. You and your friends hop on a speedboat attached to a rubber, portable banana-shaped boat, and it's driven across the beach. You can get on board with 5 of your friends and enjoy this thrilling boat ride while making memories. Your tour guide will provide you with life jackets and other safety measures. On a good day with low impact and smooth-paced waves, this banana boat ride can turn into a full exciting ride.

One of the most prominent Bali water sports is parasailing, which is also a renowned water activity in the whole world. For every water enthusiast visiting Bali, parasailing is a must-try activity. The thrilling experience of sailing through air with an open parachute while being hauled by a motorboat is enough to give you an adrenaline rush. Beginners should attempt tandem paragliding, in which a guide will assist you through the flight, whereas those who prefer to fly alone could try individual parasailing. In either scenario, you'll be escorted by professional guides to help you with the speedboat leading the parachute. They make sure every precaution is adhered to ensure your safety and your adventure. The best beach to try parasailing is Tanjung Benoa Beach, while Kuta and Seminyak follow.

An unthinkable sport made possible in Bali, as underwater tandem scooter ride is among the very few novel water sports in Bali. It's a terrific substitute for scuba diving where you will be skimming across the water on your own scooter. The tandem scooter's lack of any cumbersome accessories makes it easier to use. It only takes a few minutes to ride among the vibrant aquatic life while seated on a scooter with an equipped helmet bubble suit. The tandem scooter can descend 20 meters into the water and go up to 2 km/h, providing you with a clear perspective of the underwater world.

The Donut ride, also known as the rolling doughnut ride, is a noteworthy addition to the extensive roster of daring water sports in Bali. You enjoy a thrilling trip over the waves in a doughnut-shaped raft being towed by a motorboat. Due to these lightweight rafts, you can opt for two-seater doughnut rafts offering a higher feeling of excitement and are perfect for children or lone travelers. The finest part of this activity is that, based on the scale and occupancy of the boat, you can participate in it alone or with a team without learning any kind of skill or expertise. The best beach to try this activity is the Tanjung benoa beach.

Xo Xtreme is one of Bali's newest water sports, and it's exciting, engaging, and enjoyable all at once. You can't find an activity that can match the adrenaline rush provided by this one. It lets you be tied to a motorboat while clutching on tightly to a bright, oval-shaped boat as you sail over the water, which is a fantastic way to go across the ocean with Xo Xtreme. You can try this sport with three of your friends or family members. The best beach to try this wonderful activity is Kuta Selatan Beach.

Don't be alarmed as you read about swimming with Sharks, they can be as friendly as you want them to be. Once you swim with these magnificent white and blacktip reef sharks, you'll never be able to forget this experience. Discover these stunning ravening fish up close and in their natural habitat. This practice is thrilling and instructive about these appalling yet incredible creatures. If you want you can even feed these fish while you are swimming. You will always be guided by a qualified individual and have accessibility to all required protective equipment.