Bali not only offers beautiful beaches like Kuta, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Medewi and Lovina but also breathtaking views of rivers surrounded by a captivating landscape of terraced fields, lush green hills, and valleys. For those who would like to combine health and tourism, trekking, cycling and rafting are attractive alternatives to sunbathing or lazing on a beach.

The Ayung River, for example, is the first and the best place in Bali for rafting. The river flows through the middle of Bali, naturally separating the two regencies of Badung and Gianyar. rafting tours take place in the area of Payangan and Ubud, 25-30km from Denpasar. Altematively you can enjoy the combination of a splendid environment and a local village atmosphere along the banks of the river in Jatiluwih village, Tabanan, 48 km east Denpasar.

There are well-preserved forest in Kintamani, Asah Gobleg and Tamblingan, about 70 Km north of Denpasar, which is a great choice for those who want to get off the beaten on a bicycle. Also, Jatiluwih offers breathtaking views of rice fields, there is the lush green valley of Jambul, and the winding road alongside Batur Lake, Kintamani Bangli about 60 km north of Denpasar. All are wonderful sports for cycling tours.

Bali is serious about the environmental conversation. There is the formal low enforcement of the Hindu Tri Hita Karana philosophy between man and God, man and another man, and man and the environment. The phenomenon of thinking globally and acting locally is well-established among the Balinese. One example is the Caru or Taru ceremony (sacrificial ceremony before Nyepi). Maintaining the environment, planting trees, and prohibiting the cutting of trees on particular days (dewasa ayu) are all positive examples of the implementation of the Balinese philosophy of caring for the environment and acting locally.