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Destination Information:
Uluwatu is the location of not only one of the worlds most famous surfing locations but also the Uluwatu Temple that is a powerful place built to calm the ocean and ward off the evil spirits that were thought to reside on the island of Nusa Lembongan. This area is extremely beautiful due to its position on the very south western point of the Bukit Peninsula in the south of Bali. Here the tourist development in scarce creating a very natural and cultural feel in this sacred area. There area also a few troops of monkeys who inhabit the area and area friendly and inquisitive these often hang the temple and create a truly eastern feel that is exclusive to this area.

The Uluwatu Tour begins in the afternoon with air conditioned pick up from your personal Hotel or villa and then a smooth and enjoyable drive to the Buket where you will drive alongside the ocean and then over the Buket passing through small villages and towns until you reach the southern most point of Bali. It is also on this journey that the enthusiastic guide will set the scene and explain the importance of the area of Uluwatu and the gestures and expected behaviors inside the temples and during the dance displays. Here you will witness if on the correct day the fire dancing and high energy ceremonies that are specific to this temple, many people are involved included many topless man who kneel and conjure themselves into a trancelike state waving there arms high in the air and also the masked and heavily dressed up male and female participants who reenact the stories of the gods and demons in order to appease them and make sure they will be satisfied and not reap any further havoc on the island.

After watching this impressing and breathtaking display of raw Balinese culture and Hindu beliefs you will then be able to witness the sun set from one of the best spots in the whole of Bali. Sinking as a giant red ball over the Indian Ocean where there are some incredible waves that any none surfer will be able to understand with the Balinese hold such respect for the power of the sea in this area, sometimes you may even witness some of the worlds best surfers here displaying incredible prowess on this shallow coral reef area that is encompassed by incredibly beautiful white and yellow cliffs with an amazing view back to the main body of the island of Bali.

The Uluwatu Tour is only a short tour that finishes with air conditioned and extremely comfortable transportation back through the wonderful drive and back to your personal hotel or place of reside at 1900 allowing you time to enjoy a meal where you can chat about this powerful and unforgettable experience that is coupled with the surrounding wonder and natural beauty of this area. This visit is really recommended for anyone who has an interest in the Balinese culture and enjoys the eastern feel of locations like Uluwatu.