Nana Bali Tour

One more business for part time.

Togetherness in enjoying the family time having meal together after preparing the local cuisine and ceremony.

Dress up to look neat and beautiful before the temple procession.

In a procession of the temple ceremony.

The traditional way of making snaps "arak"

It was a surprising day seeing how the arak the Bali spirit is made. Boiled in a big container till reaching over 200 c and than constandly boiled with chorcoal not in big fire.
The container are closed tightly and in a small hole connected by bamboo pole till the arak drop at the end to the bottle.

Longer bamboo pole giving stronger taste and the first hour drop creating till 70% alchohol, second drop 40% and longer is giving less alchohol.

The arak is become quiet popular by the local and produce more at the east Bali area as there are many palm trees.
Its normally mixed with coke,sprite,beer but with sweet lime just with ice is giving a very goog taste.

One can see how its made at the east bali tour or on the way to the mother temple Besakih.

Omed omedan is seems like an odd tradition in Br. Kaja Sesetan where theres a mass kissing eve between the boys and the girl of the youth.
Accompanied by the local music one boy and one girl will come close and kissing to each other but as usual the boy will be more agresive and huging the girls neck or wrist and the girl will seem so shy and all happen till all youth get turn. Its so lifeful....

It has stopped for years could be coz of that reason but a lot of community members got sick without any medical reason till the people continued the even again and sudently all the problem sudently gone, as the Baliness thought of many old tradition has a spiritual power reason of why its occured and giving consecuent of stopping it.

Its actually more a tradition,fun and lifely even to a communal life and gatherness than just for a fornography as might be a lot of people thought of.

A new look from the Paulina eco tourism, seeing closely the coffee plantation,cacao,panilla and many herb and spices plantation with a great view west bank of the valley and enjoying the coffee testing and especially the luwak 'cat foe coffee'.

Visit also closely the tirta empul spring temple,tegallalang rice terrace and Ubud.

Price Usd50/cab
www.nanabalitour.com

A Letter from Mrs Lenny from Wauchope Travel Australia

Bali for the beginner.....

Are you one of the seemingly few people that haven’t yet been to Bali?

Amongst the crowds of dedicated Bali visitors who have been there more times than they can remember, and preach avidly on the virtues of a seemingly ideal holiday, there are still a minority of stalwart , decisive “I have no interest in Bali- have no desire to go there!” people.

Well,I put my hand up as definitely being one of those people! I can’t really put my finger on exactly why I held this belief so strongly. It wasn’t just a casual “not on the top of my list of places”, it actually had some kind of “mystical” aspect to it. I’m not sure why I felt so strongly about it.

Was it the Schapelle Corby incident of harsh punishment on what appeared to be an
innocent young traveller? Was it the Bali bombing of so many innocent people so close to home? Was it the Bali Belly horror stories that seemed to spread as fast and dramatically as any good urban myth? Well, I dare say my aversion to all things Bali hasbeen tainted over the years with these thoughts.

With all these ingrained, negative thoughts swirling in my head, somehow I was persuaded by a Bali veteran to try it out...Just for the weekend. Well, I thought, that’s probably ok. I guess I’ll cope!

I do admit when arriving into Denpasar airport and standing at the baggage carousel awaiting the luggage, I did have an anxious moment. It seemed to take forever for the carousel to move and the bags to come out. I had visions in my head of Balinese police dragging me away after finding some kind of contraband in my suitcase (obviously placed there by some evil drug lord!). In actual fact there was obviously no cause for concern and soon enough the luggage arrived and we were on our way.

It was dark when we arrived in Kuta and as I dragged my unnecessarily over packed suitcase to my room, I purposely repeated the Mantra: “Do not make any judgement...do not make any judgement”. Especially as the pungent smell of tropical, steamy Bali surrounded me and the little geckos raced hurriedly away after being disturbed... The hotel roomhowever was a very welcomed air-conditioned sanctuary.

Surprisingly after a few moments of realisation that I was actually in Bali, the adrenal kicked in and I found a renewed level of excitement. It was now nearly 10pm and for some reason I felt compelled to cross the road from our centrally located Kuta Hotel and make my first Bali purchase! Seriously, that late at night and I’m shopping! Ha! And it was fun! Well, I was going to need some suitable lightweight clothing for this weekend adventure. The humidity was thick, even this late at night.

After returning with my super trendy Bali jumpsuit bought from the back of an oven –like street stall, it was straight to the frangipani surrounded pool for a late night dip. The water was as warm as a luxurious bath. Ahhh, just a lovely, relaxing end to my first day in a place I never wanted to go.

As it turns out, because of the time difference between Australia and Bali, it means your body clock is naturally set to have you up bright and early. Another quick swim before breakfast is just divine as with the bonus of daylight, you can now see the frangipanis in their full glory and the surrounding Balinese architecture just re-enforces the fact that even though you have not long left Australian shores behind, you are most definitely in a completely alternate reality.

So only having less than 48 hours to experience as much of Bali as we can, it was off to the countryside with our private driver and guide for the day. As we drove towards the scenic village of Ubud, we passed through many little villages and as our guide “Nana” explained, each village has their own speciality. One will be stone carvings and statues, one will be woodwork and carvings, and onewill be mosaics with colourful tiles covering all manner of dishes, vases and ornaments. It was like taking a journey through an arts and crafts paradise!

Our driver/guide Nana (yes that is his name- well actually it’s his nickname, but he doesn’t seem to quite understand the humour behind us calling a Balinese man “Nana”)

In Ubud we attempt some shopping at the markets, although I am sure the stall holders could sense “first-time” shoppers and prices went up accordingly. Still it was a bit of fun and the sights of the markets and the bartering with the stall holders was worth the small addition we paid.

The visit to the Monkey forest was, in hindsight, maybe not for the faint-hearted. I guess if you can walk through the paths leading around the forest,statues and temples and laugh at the antics of these crazy little monkeys, then it is a fun, quick way to see something that you just don’t see every day. However be warned..Keep everything you have close by, especially sunglasses, water bottles and hats. Some of these “little blighters” will take you on! And don’t be fooled by the cute little baby monkey...there is always a big cranky daddy monkey ready to make his presence felt!

Continuing on our “Bali for the weekend” adventure, westopped for an amazing photo opportunity overlooking rice paddy fields and our guide explained the process of rice growing and cultivating. There was also the visit to the Luwac coffee plantation. This is a very interesting look into how some of the most expensive and bizarrely produced coffee is made. I don’t want to give too much away, but the do affectionaly call it “cat-poo coffee”. Maybe you have to just experience that one for yourself!

Lunch was an interesting experience. As we sat on the beach at Sanur with sand under our feet and tropical foliage above us having our hair braided, we ate the most delicious Balinese lunch and enjoyed the passing parade of tourists as they did what could best be described as the dance of the “you buy from me”- sidestep.

The afternoon was filled with home wares shopping at the Geneva store, a Mecca for all things Balinese, and the set prices were very good value and a nice respite from the bargaining that has so far surrounded us.

And what better way to finish up a day of sights and shopping than a relaxing manicure and foot massage in a big comfy chair in air-conditioned comfort. Aaahhhhh.....

As the sun sets over a tropical Balinese Horizon we cruise from Benoa Harbour with Bali Hai cruises. With all the trimmings from an obviously slick operator, we were photographed with a gorgeous Balinese dancer in full costume, given a refreshing punch drink and a frangipani lay and boarded onto a large and well appointed catamaran for a cruise that takes in the sights of the harbour and the beautiful Balinese sunset. The buffet meal is quite adequate and the evening show following the sunset is partly cultural, partly tacky drag queen, partly muscle clad warrior showing off. Funny and entertaining and an interesting insight into the unusual mix of night-time opportunities that co-exist in Bali.

Having a “free day” in Bali is soon filled with more shopping – Ketuts fixed price clothes shop gives the opportunity to purchase so much so cheaply. You can of course go out and bargain as hard and as much as you like at hundreds of roadside market stalls, but this is maybe a slightly more civilised way of shopping. Even if that means rifling your way through big black plastic bags of clothes to find what you want.Its great value, and the free bottles of cold water I am sure entice you stay just that little bit longer.

I have to admit that one of my favourite shopping experiences in Bali was buying DVD’s. As you sit in a Bar/restaurant and await your dinner to arrive, a local will bring you a bag full of DVD’s. You just go through piles and piles of them and choose out what you want. If you can’t see what you want, then just ask. He’ll disappear for a short time and come back with a further selection for you. It’s fascinating and entertaining all at the same time.

As our time in Bali quickly came to an end, I sat in a local bar/restaurant – with my newly purchased DVD collection and delicious selection of Satay Sticks and contemplated my revised view of this previously miss-judged destination. The people we had met and interacted with, the stunning countryside that we only really glimpsed, the arts and crafts of some obviouslyvery talented people, the delicious variety and flavours of food and dining options, the great value shopping , make me think I’m really starting to “get-it”. I might just need another trip back to Bali, just to make sure!

My best piece of advice for first time travellers would be to take on the challenge by a well meaning, insistent Bali loving friend and go with them. The advice and knowledge they will be more than happy to share with you will be invaluable and will soon have you no doubt, caught up in the mystique of Bali.

"BALI PALM READER"

Since the movie of "eat pray love" host in Bali and one of the actor is Ketut Lier as the spiritual healer and palm reader, many visitor come to see him.

But if you are eager to know, consult and even may be has problem, Mr.Agus Sihman has a good reputation in "palm reading" knowing what is right job/business and any power or potential and even problem that one has or can be happen one day.

He lifes in South Ubud and must booking visit as a full schedule with just Usd30.
He even offer a spiritual bathing with certain name and color of flowers depend on what he see after the consultation.

Can look also on google under "Agus Sihan" and one can see him also while doing Ubud trip.
Who are interrested to go next?

AAN VILLAGE TREKKING

An owe some experience to walk aroud our village started from the hill seeing the surrounding villages,paddy field,plantation,trace the village path watching their activities in the field,taking bath and loundring in the river.
At the last visiting our house while a bit relaxing testing the local fruit,cake and fresh coconut juice.
Accompanied by my brother Wayan with his joke and good English.

Its would be an other unforgotable moment for your holiday "Exploring the real Bali life style"
Who will become next visitor?
It would be a great appreciation for your coming,experiencing and support the local economy rather just spent it mostly for the big investor.

We appreciate also for those who want to see the village poor family and might eager giving support,we can visit these family too.

Hopefully you are the next

New review from Matt Eskii and Vic Mourad

“The best guide in Bali!”
Matt Eskii Reviewed 1 February 2015 (TripAdvisor)

Nana provides a personal service with plenty of knowledge of the best activities and sights to suit your taste. He is always willing to go out of his way to ensure your holiday/business is enjoyable and stress-free.
I highly recommend him for private transfers and guided tours!
Visited January 2015

Vic Mourad reviewed Nana Bali Tour — 5 bintang
31 Januari pukul 14:21 ·

Nana is the safest and most honest driver in Bali.
He told me all the tips I needed to know

"TENGANAN OLD VILLAGE"

One of a few old village in Bali with its uniques tradition and culture lied at the east Bali 60k east of Denpasar next to Candi dasa beach. The 'megeret pandan' is a traditional battle between the man using pandanus with thorny leaves till the body get scretch and bloody, its a part of sacreface ritual for the god Indra and show the gentlement of original Bali genetic.

They also have different calender system and also the only double ikat weaving of the island using a natural color.
See more uniqueness and the village serenity on the east Bali tour include visiting the natural pool of tirta gangga,bat cave temple and others,only by USD60.
Please check at www.nanabalitour.com or e mail at [email protected]

BALI'S PLACE OF INTEREST

BESAKIH TEMPLE

Bali's "mother temple" Pura Besakih, the largest and holiest temple in Bali, is over 900 meters up the slopes of Gunung Agung. It has been regarded as a holy place since pre-historic times in Bali. The first recorded mention of its existence is from an inscription thatdates from 1007 A.D. Since the Gelgel dynasty of the fifteenth century it has been regarded as a central, holy temple for the entire island.But actually the temple has been built in the 9th century by a priest from Jawa called RSI MARKANDIA on his meditation in Jawa that he got a sign from the God that he must go to Bali and started to settle a holy step on this island. Its a big complex of 18 hectares and hundreds of pilgrimage come every day.

BEDUGUL

Bedugul is located in the center highlands of Bali in the serene mountain area. Here, vegetables, fruits, and flowers thrive in the alpine climate, and a colorful little market at Bukit Mungsu offers a wide selection of local products such as: exotic wild orchids, roses, and colorful birds. At Lake Beratan, the area's climate is refreshing after being in the heat of the lowlands. A beautiful temple is on the shore of the lake named Beratan or Ulun Danu Temple and amazingly some part of the temple is in the lake look like a floating temple. The temple is dedicated to the God of water or Wisnu God. Lake Beratan, approximately 60 kilometers from Denpasar (to the north), also provides exciting surroundings, with cool fresh mountain air.

TANAH LOT

Carved out of the landscape by tides, wind and rain, the huge offshore sentinel rock of Tanah Lot supports a small picturesque sea temple which can be reached by a scramble over the wet rocks. These are reputed to be several large caves just below the water line, at the base of the rock, which shelter large sea snakes, which are the guardians of the temple.The temple has built at 16th century by a priest from east java.Uniquely there is also a fresh water spring just under the temple on the north side that used for ceremony purpose.

TIRTA EMPUL

The holy spring which bubbles up in the inner courtyard of the Tirta Empul Temple in Tampaksiring is believed to have magic curative powers, and throngs of people visit the special bathing pools where clear cool water spouts from mossy walls. Legend has it that the God Indra created the spring, piercing the ground in search of holy water. The temple built at same era of Bedahulu kingdom and also has relation of Gunung Kawi temple. Built at 9th century by the king Jaya Singa Warmadewa. Every day we can see hundred of Bali people coming to bath because in our believe the water is very holy and can cleanse the physical and mental illness.

PURA ULUWATU

At the western most tip of Bukit Peninsula, this is one of Bali's nine "directional" Kayangan Jagat Temples. The location is dramatic, perched on the edge of a high cliff with a picturesque sunset view. The temple was first used for worship by the holy 11th century priest, Empu Kuturan, who came to Bali to bring religious law and to form Desa Adat (traditional villages). Filled with the scent of frangipani blossoms and is also the home of friendly monkeys.It is very worthy if you can see the sun set and in the meantime there is a Kecak or monkey dance that perform at 6.00 pm while the stage face to the cliff and temple so one can see clearly the sun set and some part of the dance a dancer as white monkey will attracted on the fire.

PURA TAMAN AYUN

The temple has been built at 18th century by the king of Mengwi to dedicate the ancestor.
Its built on the small land between two river at both side and the water blocked like a dam that look floating and the temple surrounded by water. Taman mean garden and Ayu or Ayun mean beautiful or something that making happy as the use of the temple are also a relaxing place for the king and its people.

PURA BATUAN

The temple is one of some big and sacred temple that built by a priest from east Jawa that came here at 11th century. He built Uluwatu,Sakenan,also enlarge the mother temple and others.
The very important is he set all the social system in Bali,the community and water irrigation system that are very well known in the world. Here we can see closely how is Bali temple like and its lay out and its elaborate sculpture. You can find the temple just 20mnt south of Ubud

BATUR VOLCANO

Its a main object that almost every visitor must come. Its a volcano and lake Batur sight over the hill, The volcano is 1717m high and already erupted several time.

GITGIT WATER FALL

Its lied about 70km from Kuta to the north direction with about 70m high. The small path to go by walk and along the way we will see the green vegetation,coffee tree,cacao and rice field. And the other water fall is in Munduk village. In this place we can see a huge view of hilly area with coffee and clove tree while here is the main horticultural of Bali for export

JATI LUWIH RICE TERRACE

We guarantee of the natural lover the view will be so amazing with thousands of hectare of rice terrace and one can see the view of 250 degrees view of rice terrace. One can walk and a few stop to enjoy the fresh of mountain breeze.

THE BALI COMPOUND

One can see the witness of Bali high architect of Bali house where we have a certain pattern and lay out of every building and all different function. We can see how they are life,cooking and sometime in special day we can see how they making offering. Its not far from Ubud or Denpasar,even actually almost every house is similar in Bali but not every house is open for visitor.

GWK CULTURAL PARK

Its a spectacular work and idea of a very well known Bali artist where they split the hilly coral and making a gigantic bronze statue of the God Wisnu on its vehicle Garuda or eagle. The plan is 150m high ag a gigantic bronze statue of the God Wisnu on its vehicle Garuda or eagle. The plan is 150m high and even higher than the Liberty statue. now some part is already settled and already look very big with some restaurant around and a good view over Jimbaran and Airport.

ECO TOURISM

Have you hear about about one of famous coffee call Kopi Luwak?
Its coffee from the cat foe that has very special aroma,taste and a lot of thing special of it. The coffee is come from Indonesia and now are very popular in the word. There is some place in Bali where we can see the process of it and also Bali coffee,here we can see the coffee,cacao and some spices from its tree.

SUNSET JIMBARAN DINNER

Here is a very recommended place of dinner and with the best view over looking the sun set,flickering light fisherman ship and air plane around while its lied close to Bali Air port. All the table are set on the beach and even we can order the sits closely to the beach and the wave come close to your feet. All offering see food while the fish market is near by. And taste some different of Bali sambal/spices

BALINESSE DANCE

Bali is very well known for its artist,art is very close with people life,mostly the native people can dance and play music instrument while its become culture that we learn it from the community. But just some dance that mostly the visitor see such as Barong,Kecak fire,Legong dance.

SEKUMPUL WATER FALL

Its the best water fall of the island,lied at a restrict area of north Bali,passing mountainous road with vegetation and many wonderful view on the way way. Its about 5 big water fall in two different area and a few small fall in between. Walking like a Jurassic park path and take a swim under the fall will become your best moment in Bali.

JATI LUWIH

The biggest and widest paddy field of Bali lied 2 hours north west of Kuta passing of villages and many rice paddy view a long the road, a fantastic view will catch your eyes with all green color,vegetation and thousand hectare of paddy field in terrace from the top hill down to the river and christal clear cool water flowing. Come to explore and walking around feel the natures.

UBUD

An international Bali village where the art, performance, typical Bali character are set in to one circumstance that never lose till now. Start from the artist village of Mas the wood carver, painting studio, the tame monkeys at Ubud forest, art market and the Ubud palace are just in one small complex of Ubud it self.

Nana Bali Tour Bali Smile is an offer of tour or adventure around Bali Organized by Mr. Nana

BESAKIH TEMPLE

The most sacred temple of Bali and also called as a mother temple.
The first temple built in Bali by a holy priest from Java island, Hundres of pilgrimage come there for praying and ceremony as Besakih become the most infortant site for visited in all kind of family and mass ceremony being done around the island.
Come and feel the serenity and great moment of the temple holiness.

A real Balinesse feeling to experience drinking fresh coconut juice,enter the compound and welcome by the girls with dance and an unforgettable Balinesse cuisine all with local taste.

( Review from Lilli and Alex - Sydney )

My boyfriend and I used Nana as a drive for 3 days. He was one of the greatest things about our trip. He took us anywhere in Bali we liked, and always with a big smile. Was always on time and super professional. Never asked more money than the initial agree price (which is very very common in Bali). Always felt very safe with him and we excited to spend the day with him. Having a pre arranged driver really takes a lot of hassle out of you trip as you know they actually know the places you want to go and you don't have to barter prices on the side of the road. Having a set and professional rate is wonderful. You also know that he has been well reviewed on facebook, go voyagin and tripadvisor. Peace of mind! We feel very lucky to have met such a kind and friendly man. And we looking forward to coming back to Bali and staying with him and his family in his village. Thank you so so much Nana. Happy New Year! Lots of love, Alex and Lilli # #

28. PANORAMIC NORTH BALI TOUR

A full day trip to explore the north Bali part as it was the first capital of Bali before moved to Denpasar and these area are not so touristic as at the south Bali and swim at the hot spring water will be a rare experience contain of sulfur that will be good for your skin.

The tour high light:
- Ulun Danu Temple : The temple in the Beratan lake
- Gitgit water fall : The 70m high of water fall
- Lovina beach : The black sand beach and having lunch
- Banjar : The natural hot spring water
- Banjar : The Buha monastry
- Pancasari : Top view of twein lake

The price is USD60/Car of max 5 ppl.
Contact e-mail at [email protected] or phone/sms +6281999964196

A hiding splendid beach at the village of Kutuh,south Bali hill 30 minutes from Uluwatu temple or Nusa Dua village, the beach before has just use by the villager for sea w**d and there were a big number of poor family with minimum income here. And since 2012 a big project occur to split the huge lime stone hill to get access down getting the beach.

A wide white sand beach with clear,blue and no pollution water and big wave inside make the beach become a new attraction that hundreds to thousand visitor coming every day to swim,snorkel,surfing or just to play on he sand.
A raw of lazy chair under the beach umbrella,surfing board are ready to be rent,.
Come for a visit and spend a few hours here its guaranteed the best beach so far.

27. EAST BALI TOUR
( Price A$ 60 )

Tenganan village is one of some oldest village in Bali that consider as the original of Bali people that has been occur after the 8 century while most of the Bali people now has came after the East Java empire by the 16th century.
The village has its uniqueness such as the calender calculation, tradition and way of life.
Visit the east Bali for your day tour and see some more objects.

The Tour High Light

TOHPATI The center of batik painting and sarong
waving

KLUNGKUNG Visiting the second biggest traditional
market of Bali

GOA LAWAH The 11th century temple with thousands
of bat

CANDI DASA White sand beach and having rest for
lunch

TENGANAN An old village with its unique tradition

TERTA GANGGA The royal pond and pool from the era of
Karangasem King by the year 1925

26. 'MELUKAT' The spiritual cleansing ritual.
(USD60/Cab)

As Bali has known for its spiritual and magic power where every thing happen are related not just to the physical but also to the non physical,every body has impure, imperfect and some thing that can block the mind and related to the physical can fall in to sickness, fail in business even career.

For those people the Melukat is done by taking bath at the sea, water spring or water that has purified by the priest.
The most famous temple where hundreds of pilgrimage are coming every day is Tirta Empul temple which is the holy water are spouting from the ground and and consider as the most holiest water temple in the island.

More visitor presently coming here with a ritual and taking bath just like a local and you can try this unique moment,concentrate you mind,praying there and you might feel some thing better happen as many people has proved it.

The price has include the local dress,donation and offering.

25. BALI HAI DINNER CRUISE

There’s no better way to spend a tropical evening in Bali than on Bali Hai’s Sunset Dinner Cruise.

Watch the colors of the sky change from just a hint of a colour to shades of deeper orange, purple and red while you cruise along the harbor sipping a drink on the open-air top deck of the Bali Hai II. Enjoy the sunset usually only seen on beautiful pictures. This time it is you making the magnificent photographs and memories that will last a lifetime.

As the sun goes down we set off on a relaxing cruise around Benoa Harbour in South Bali aboard the luxury catamaran, Bali Hai II. As you take in the cool night air on the top deck you will be entertained by live musical entertainers. This is followed by a delicious international buffet dinner before you can dance the night away at disco or enjoy live cabaret show.

Its departs at 5:45pm and returns at 8:45pm daily.

Prices:
Adults (15+): USD 59
Children (4-14): USD 29
Infants under 4 years: free

Inclusions
Air-conditioned hotel transfers
Welcome cocktail and floral lei
International Buffet Dinner
Live cabaret show
Live Musical Entertainment

24. BALI HAI DAY CRUISE
( 100/Adult - 280/Family - 50/Child >14yrs )

Let us whisk you away to Nusa Lembongan Island as you enjoy this beautiful region of Bali on our Lembongan Beach Club Cruise.During the Bali Hai Beach Club Cruise you will cruise to Nusa Lembongan aboard Bali Hai II, the luxury catamaran.
Upon arrival in Lembongan Bay you will be transferred to Mushroom bay to experience the unspoiled charms of a peaceful tropical island at the private Bali Hai Beach Club.

Inclusion;

Air-conditioned hotel transfers
Morning/afternoon tea and snacks
BBQ Lunch in Mushroom Bay, Lembongan
Snorkeling equipment and tours
Beach/pool games
Children’s Club
Unlimited banana boat rides
Village excursion in Nusa Lembongan
Sea Kayaks
Semi Submersible Coral Viewer
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