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Posted in: Destination, Multi-Sport & Adventure by admin on March 22, 2010
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Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
You’ll be amazed! With the longest coastline in the world, Indonesia has been hailed as the world’s best scuba diving destination. Located at the heart of triangle of the world’s greatest marine biodiversity, boasting more amazing diving destinations than anywhere else on earth to explore.
Indonesia has 15% of the world’s coral reefs throughout 80 thousand kilometers of coastline, and 3.1 million square kilometers of territorial waters with more than 3000 fish species and 500 species of corals! Are you wondering which are the best diving spots to visit already?
Underwater Indonesia with spectaculars Sea Gardens, Steep Walls, Deep Water Trenches, Underwater Volcanic Mountains, World War II Wrecks and variety of Macro-life are blessings from God for us to enjoy until the next generation. Diving in Indonesia is therefore truly a splendor. Overall the perfect dive condition exists from April to December as many areas have rainy season from January to March.
If you are a certified diver, bring along proof of your certification. You can either join local dive club or be alongside diving enthusiasts to plan trip together or explore Komodo, Ambon, Bali, Sulawesi and Papua for excellent Scuba Adventure holiday.
If you are interested in learning to dive, learn it in Indonesia! You can choose your Scuba Diving Course from diving in open waters to other preferred specialties such as adventure, rescue and dive master lessons. Our certified instructors will guide you from the basics with an introductory lesson to ease beginners into diving with confidence. With your experience as a beginner diver, come swim in true view and fascination of the interdependency of the various creatures and marine plants.
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Surfing
Surfing has really gained popularity in Indonesia today. Indonesia has equatorial climate and the very best waves in the world suited to surfing. The time for perfect conditions to surf is definitely from April to September. Come glide with us!
Nihiwatu West Sumba, Manggudu East Sumba, Lagundri Bay Nias, Cempi Bay Sumbawa, Lakey Beach Sumbawa, Uluwatu Bali, Kuta Lombok, and many more are surfer’s dream destination. You will be able to see the line of men approaching the beach on their surfboard as the sun approaches the horizon.
If you want get closer to culture of Indonesia, slip away from the crowd and try the surf camps in Lagundri Bay – Nias, Cempi Bay – Sumbawa and Ombak Tujuh and Garajagan – Java. The clear waves await you.
And Bali is where the waves are absolutely superb! A favorite haunt amongst surfers worldwide! Stand up on your board and ride the wave for great surfing. If you are a beginner, just spot Kuta Beach for the long rolling waves and safe sandy bottom. You even can take the short course that begins from a lesson in the swimming pool that teaches the basics of water safety, surfing etiquette and surfboard handling. After that, get ready to the beach where the coach will show you the finer points of surfing.
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Water Rafting
Set your adrenaline running by rafting on Indonesia’s fast and foaming rivers. It’s a must not miss experience where it sets your heart beating faster than ever and hear screams happening along the river-flow with natural water slides! Let your adrenalin race while jumping from high water flow and beware of being addicted to try again. We offer you four provinces in Indonesia to do this activity.
In Sumatra, you can raft in 2 rivers. Wampu River offers a fascinating adventure with many grade 2 rapids that takes about 4 hours down the River. All around you can see and hear the tropical wildlife, stop at a waterfall and continue rafting for 2 hours until the bridge of the Bohorok River. Another choice raft on Alas River, where the water plunges 300 kilometers through the largest National park in Southeast Asia, Gunung Leuser National Park. The park covers 850,000 hectares of rainforest ecosystems where you may observe the incredible diverse wild life such orangutans, lemurs, tigers, and many more primates. You will also experiencing the canyon’s amphitheater of rainforest sights and sounds.
If you intend for a longer and intense river experience, Sadan River in Sulawesi is an ideal place for the multi-day expeditions. Sadan River passes the Tana Toraja and is about 182 km in length, 80 km width, and 294 tributaries. In the middle of journey, you can stay overnight in Lantang, a stage house in the riverside. The Adventurer can see the various flora fauna and observe the beauty of the mountains surrounding the river that are covered by savannah meadow. There are 3 types of different difficulty levels, from Puru rapid level III; Pembuangan Seba rapid level IV, and lastly Fitri rapid level V which can sets boats rocking!
If you like a gentle 16 kilometers run through the Volcanic Gurges and Jungle, the Citarik River in Sukabumi is the right choice. Just few hours drive away from Jakarta, you can find the river with water flows all year round from Mount Halimun. Another exciting river to raft is Pekalen River located in Probolinggo, few hours drive from Surabaya. The journey on the river begins with two streams just a couple seconds after you are on the boat. It has beautiful cliff on its both sides with the bats and the waterfall. The streams are fascinatingly made from a combination of the river rocks and the currents.
Last but not least, few rivers in Bali will challenge you for a trip down through deep valleys, terrace rice fields, and tropical rain forest. Rafting at Ayung River gives different experiences where the river itself is approximately 10 kilometers length with 27 sets of challenging fun filled rapids. Experience the adventure spirit to raft Telaga Waja River where the water are holy to Balinese that flowing from the sacred Mountain Agung and challenges you to finish this 12 km length with thrill of grade 2-4. Whereas raft at Bakas River has fantastic rafting you will find nowhere else in Bali with its white, foamy and wavy water shaking the boats along the way.
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Bungee Jumping
As a paradise island at the Pacific Ocean, Bali is a perfect holiday destination for all ages. And if you are someone who likes extreme sport very much, Bungee Jump is the answer. Take the challenge of this fun extreme sport in Legian beach. We offer you the unforgettable bungee experience from a 45-meter tower in the heart of Kuta. Take the challenge of Day Bungee Jump, Night Bungee Jump, Harness Bungee Jump, Tandem Bungee Jump, Push Bike Bungee Jump or even Motor Bike Bungee Jump.
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Paragliding
One of the fastest growing high thrill adventure sports that are gaining popularity is Paragliding. For beginners, Tandem Paragliding is available to give you the adventure of a lifetime at 10,000 feet above ground.
You will be given an introduction and briefing on safety, fitted securely into a harness and at the right moment, the Tandem Master will signal you to run and fly off from the hills. Instantly you will be hit by the thrilling sensation of free flying like a bird and gliding weightlessly in the air.
You will get to see view of the villages at an unbelievable bird’s eye view. It will definitely be an unforgettable ‘high-flying’ experience ever. We will take you higher!
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Golf
Golfing in Indonesia gives you a choice from playing in many different environments. Whether you are a beginner or weekend golfer, it doesn’t matter as long as you can still enjoy the game. Accompany by friendly Caddies, they will assist you in playing best, advise and give you a read to make your putt sink for par and even better.
Indonesia is the real paradise of golf! With more than 100 international class courses in at least six major regions, offering you an unforgettable and ultimate experience to play with value pricing and great atmosphere. Range from City Golf, Fringed by White Sandy Beaches Golf Course, to the Mountainous Areas Courses, and designed by top world designer such as Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman and Nick Faldo, plenty of golf courses are waiting for you to swing!
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Trekking, Hiking and Camping
Indonesia is one of the world’s best exotic places for tropical mountain trekking and volcano observation. Experience it through trekking to the village and hiking to the mountainous tropical forest. Enjoy walking through the lush green trees, feel the grass touch your skin and bathe in the free flowing clear water of the river.
Take a chance to learn practical tips of jungle survival like obtaining water, setting animal traps and identifying edible and poisonous plants. Stay overnight in tents to consciously escape from the urban life to enjoy the charm of nature and dinner over the campfire. The majestic beauty of this experience leaves you in deeper connection with your thoughts.
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Cycling
To discover the amazing life of Indonesian, we invite you to cycle on the hills passing the hidden beauty of Indonesia, with its valleys, rice fields, villages, to landscape of fertile vegetation.
You see the unchanged countryside and sleepy beauty villages along the road, a chance to see a side of Indonesia that is rarely seen commonly. It’s opportunity to meet locals, chatting with farmers and enjoy lunch in the picturesque of village.
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Horseback Riding
See the hidden beauty of Indonesia in a way you’ve never seen before. Take horse-riding treks that will take you through the lush rice terraces or surf along the beautiful hill. With a choice of trained horses and riding safety equipment, we are proud to offer you an experience to enjoy the outdoors and the sport of riding to remember.
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Watersport (Parasailing, Jet Ski, Water Ski, Banana Boat, Canoeing)
Get attached onto a parachute and be powered by the motorboat with a towrope that carries you into the air. Hang on and open your bird eye to overview amazing view from the sky. Activity of Parasailing will bring you the beautiful scenery of the seawater and unforgettable memory in life.
Ride a motor sea vehicle on the blue water and blast with the waves. Jet Ski will bring you to get different experience and the fresh sea breeze that swirl your hair. It’s time where you can surf waves like a surfer.
Take a challenge wearing a ski that is pulled behind a motorboat. Try standing upright while holding the towrope. That is Wakeboarding that developed through a combination of water skiing, snowboarding and surfing techniques. Jump and launch into the air. The larger the board, the better it floats and edges.
Gathering banana boat ride is the most enjoyable experience. Sit astride a large inflatable tube and wait to be pulled by powerful speedboat. It will allow you to experience some of the thrill of gliding fast on the water.
With traditional wooden canoe, paddle and explore the wilderness of the lake or sea. This would be an amazing experience to relive the adventure and unforgettable memories.