Journey to North Bali

Destination 1

Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, or Pura Bratan, is a major Hindu Shaivite temple in Bali, Indonesia. The temple complex is on the shores of Lake Bratan in the mountains near Bedugul. The water from the lake serves the entire region in the outflow area; downstream there are many smaller water temples that are specific to each irrigation association (subak).

In Bali, Hindu temples are known as "pura", being designed as open-air places of worship in walled compounds. The compound walls have a series of intricately decorated gates without doors for the devotee to enter. The design and plan of the holy pura follows a square layout. A typical temple is laid out according to ancient Lontar texts with three courtyards separated by low walls pierced by ornate gateways. The outer courtyard is for secular pursuits, with pavilions used for meetings, resting performers and musicians at festivals. Food stalls are set up here during festivals. The middle courtyard is a transition zone between the human and divine sections; here offerings are prepared and temple paraphernalia are stored. The inner courtyard is the site of the shrines and religious ceremonies. The shrines are known as merus and are square structures with brick bases and multiple pagoda-style thatched roofs; the number of roofs reflects the status of the deity, and is always an odd number. Pura Ulun Danu Beratan is one of the nine 'Kahyangan Jagat' temples on Bali. The temple complex consists of five various shrines dedicated to other Hindu gods as well.

Built in 1633, the temple is used for offerings and ceremonies dedicated to the Balinese water, lake and river goddess Dewi Danu, due to the importance of Lake Bratan as a main source of irrigation in central Bali. The 11-storey pelinggih meru in the complex is dedicated to Shiva and his consort Parvathi. Buddha's statue is also enshrined in this temple. This temple is also called the "Bali temple on the Lake" because it looks as if it is floating when the Bratan River rises.

The Buddhist stupa of Beratan is a place of worship for Buddhists located at the tourist complex of Pura Ulun Danu Beratan. Its existence is quite unique and interesting considering its location in close proximity to the sites of worship belonging to Hindus.

This stupa signifies religious harmony. It faces south and is located outside the main area of the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple complex.

Destination 2

Munduk Waterfalls locally known as Air Terjun Munduk are among Bali’s most scenic, located within Bali’s lush and forested central-northern highland region in the village of Munduk in Buleleng, North Bali.

Munduk village is one of the best destinations in Bali for waterfall lovers, with 3 of stunning waterfalls, such as; Laangan Melanting waterfall, Red Coral waterfall and Golden Valley/Munduk waterfall.

Since the location of these waterfall is close each other hence the people only know this site as Munduk Waterfall.

There are also hectares of clove, coffee plantations, and any other features that might lure travelers to stop to enjoy the stunning views there.

In addition, you can breath the fresh air (free of air pollution). If you are able to visit Munduk, it will take you into a very different atmosphere.

Feeling like you are on the top of a mountain and when the sunset comes, you can see very exciting views and the sea-water shining in the distance.

Feeling like you are on the top of a mountain and when the sunset comes, you can see very exciting views and the sea-water shining in the distance.

As mentioned above Munduk Waterfalls located in the village of Munduk, Buleleng (Singaraja) regency, North Bali.

The 15-meter high waterfall is located between coffee plantations population and reachable after a 300m walk from the main road.

Its took 2,5 hours drive by car from Kuta area, 2 hours drive from ubud, and 45 minutes drive from Lovina area.

It is a 15 minute drive West of the Wanagiri Hidden Hills and the sign is on the very edge of a steep corner.

Destination 3

Known as ‘The Best Waterfall in Bali’ which has 7 hidden waterfalls situated in the tranquility of valley and it surrounded by the lush jungle with serenity ambiance.

Sekumpul Waterfall also known locally as Air Terjun Sekumpul, is arguably Bali’s most spectacular cascades with a collection of 7 tall, misty waterfalls in one area.

The seven waterfalls each has its own beauty, form, and height that look extraordinary and makes these waterfalls as the most gorgeous waterfall in Bali island.

Known as ‘The Best Waterfall in Bali’ which has 7 hidden waterfalls situated in the tranquility of valley and it surrounded by the lush jungle with serenity ambiance.

Sekumpul Waterfall also known locally as Air Terjun Sekumpul, is arguably Bali’s most spectacular cascades with a collection of 7 tall, misty waterfalls in one area.

The seven waterfalls each has its own beauty, form, and height that look extraordinary and makes these waterfalls as the most gorgeous waterfall in Bali island.

As mentioned earlier Sekumpul Waterfall different from the other waterfalls in Bali. It not consist of one or two waterfalls, but seven waterfalls in one area.

There are two fallen waterfalls and the source of a waterfall covered by green trees that cover the surface of the hill. These waterfalls have a different character and source.

The first waterfall has a single flowing waterfall. Such other waterfalls are often encountered and come from a mountain spring.

And the second waterfall is higher than the first waterfall, has a waterfall shape that dangles like a mosquito net and comes from the stream of a river.

The freshness of the water that fall from the 80 meters height, and the lush trees will make anyone amaze and fall in love instantly to this waterfalls.

Even so, getting down here requires a good deal of effort, with paths comprising dirt tracks, a hundred or so steps and crossings over streams, but when you reach the waterfall, it was all paid off.

Destination 4

Lovina Beach (or often simply Lovina) is a coastal area on the northwestern side of the island of Bali, Indonesia. The coastal strip stretches from 5 km west of the city of Singaraja to 15 km west. Singaraja is the seat of Buleleng Regency. The Lovina area contains the small villages (from east to west) of Pemaron, Tukad Mungga, Anturan, Banyualit, Kalibukbuk, Kaliasem and Temukus. Although it has become more popular with tourists, it remains far quieter than the tourist hotspots of the island's south side.

The area takes its name from a home owned by Pandji Tisna (1908-1978), a Regent of Buleleng and pioneer of tourism to Bali in the early 1950s.

Popular activities for visitors include diving, snorkeling, and early-morning boat trips off the coast to see dolphins. These dolphin sighting trips usually last about two hours, and generally cost anywhere between 60,000–250,000 Indonesian rupiah, or about US$5–$20.