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Indonesia to Close Komodo Island for tourists from January 2020

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In the wake of conserving the world’s largest living lizard species, the Komodo Dragon, Indonesia has finally confirmed that it will close the Komodo Island for the public from January 2020. 

 

Indonesia to Close Komodo Island for tourists from January 2020
Indonesia to Close Komodo Island for tourists from January 2020

 

Over-tourism and poaching  in the past few years has caused a decline in The giant lizards count. In order to save the lizard species from extinction, The Komodo island will remain closed for at least 12 months. It is very likely that the island might reopen after a year, but there is a possibility that it might be turned into a premium tourist destination.  

 

The shutdown plan also involves moving out around 2000 inhabitants off the island. This has made the locals angry and upset, as they earn their bread-and-butter by taking the tourists to  Komodo National Park.

 

Komodo National Park registered over  176000 visitors in 2018 alone!   

 

Visitors still get to see the giant dragons at other islands including Padar and Rinca, which will remain open to tourists.   
We think it is a great step to ensure the safety of Komodo Dragons. Good Luck!

Nungnung Waterfall in Bali | Bali Attractions

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Hello everyone, It’s Sarita & Kamal. Welcome to Bali Travel series on our blog and youtube channel World Ghoomo. We just returned from an amazing 11 days trip to Bali in 2018. One of the things we enjoyed the most in Bali was chasing waterfalls.

 
One can find the most amazing waterfalls in Bali. Not very far from each other, these waterfalls  pass through dense canopy of coconut trees and rice paddy fields. Visiting these sites is no wonder, one of the most exciting things to do in Bali. Let us introduce you to one of the Bali’s hidden gem that is  tucked away from other busy tourist attractions – The Nungnung Waterfall . 
 
In this post/video we are gonna share with you all the necessary information you would need to visit this gorgeouswaterfall, top things to do while there and other useful information. 
 

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Nungnung Waterfall Location   
The waterfall gets its name from the village it is situated in. At a height of 900 meters above sea level, this hidden waterfall lies 37 kms North of Ubud, Bali.
 

Time Required

It requires approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach Nungnung Waterfall from Ubud town. You should plan a half day trip to this gorgeous location to make the most out of the trip.
 

How to Reach  Nungnung Waterfall in Bali

A rented taxi or a self driven scooter or a bike is the only way to reach Nungnung Waterfall. It takes around 1 and half hours to reach the waterfall from Ubud town.
 

Nungnung Waterfall car park 

One can park the vehicle at the car parking area for 2,000IDR
 

Entrance Fee 

The entrance fee per person is 20,000IDR ($1.50 USD) 
 

Steps leading to Nungnung Waterfall

From the parking area, one needs to climb down 509 steep steps to reach at the foot of the waterfall, which can be challenging for some.
The difficulty to reach the falls is probably one of the reasons why this well known waterfall is not visited by too many tourists. One needs to carefully walk down the steps and avoid rush since the step can be slippery at some places.
 
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Route to Nungnung Waterfall in Bali
 
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Once you reach down the foot of the waterfall, you will be mesmerized by the breathtaking views of this majestic waterfall. Just standing close to it will leave you drenched. The waterfall is so powerful that it seems like a rainstorm with water droplets forming a dense fog.
 
The sight of this gorgeous waterfall will lure you to take a dip in it but be informed that this waterfall is not an ideal one for swimming since the current is very strong . However, you can get inside the pool just avoid getting too far inside.
 
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Who should Visit the Falls 

If you love waterfalls and don’t mind trekking down 506 steep steps and then back up the same number of steps, well, this waterfall will win your heart. Visiting Nungnung waterfall will be worth all the efforts.
 
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Things to Keep in Mind 

  1. There are no washrooms, lockers or changing rooms at the base of the waterfall. So be sure to keep your belongings safe and dry.
  2. There is a washroom near the car parking area where you can change clothes.
  3. Taking good pictures from your camera can be a herculean task. The drizzle from the waterfall will keep your camera and lenses wet and you will struggle to get a perfect click. It’s recommended to carry a water resistant camera.
  4. Wear comfortable shoes or sandals that have a nice sole grip and avoid flip-flops while climbing down the steep steps.
  5. Don’t get too close to the waterfall since the current is very strong.
  6. Before heading back, have some coconut water and light snacks available at a small shop near the car parking area.
 
Enjoy the sights and sound of the waterfall and feel the magic of mother nature. 
 
Hope you enjoyed  watching this video and loved the pictures and the post. Stay tuned for more amazing post/videos on Bali coming up soon. Subscribe our channel “World Ghoomo” and we will catch you soon in our next post. Until then, take care bye.
 
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Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in BALI | Bali Attractions | Things to Do

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Hello everyone, It’s Sarita & Kamal. Welcome to Bali Travel series on our blog and youtube channel World Ghoomo. We are back from our 11 days trip to Bali in 2018. It was an amazing holiday as we got to visit a number of scenic locations.The countryside landscape is all about vast rice terraces adorning the hills and mountains offering tourists the most spectacular panoramas. 

We got to witness one of the  most captivating sights at Jatiluwih Rice Terraces.  

 
In this post/video we are gonna give you an overview of Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, Top things to do while there and other useful information. 
 

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Bali Rice Terraces

Rice terraces are synonymous with Bali and can be found almost everywhere. Balinese farmers have harvested rice for over 2000 years! The rice terraces were created using primitive tools to carve the hillsides in order to support traditional-subak agriculture. The outcome is the stunning vast terraced landscapes that charm Bali. 
 
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Jatiluwih – UNESCO World Heritage Site  

Jatiluwih was awarded the title of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2012 due to its impressive traditional Subak irrigation system the farmers continue to follow till date.
 

What is a Subak ?

A subak is a collective of farmers who share the same water source such as a canal or a dam.Bali has around 1200 subaks and within each, the farmers work together to distribute water fairly into each field.The largest subak is Jatiluwih with 562 members working together. 
Water flows along small canals,  distributing it fairly in each paddy even the ones furthest down the stream.    
 

Jatiluwih Rice Terrace Location 

Located 700m above sea level, the locations of Jatiluwih Rice Terraces  makes for stunning views of vast rolling rice terraces & mountains  
 
Distance from Ubud – 40 kms.
 
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How to Reach Jatiluwih Rice Terraces

Jatiluwih Rice Terraces represent countryside Bali at its best.  It is a lot harder to get to to this place and requires time & effort to explore the region. With no tourist buses or even regular public buses commuting here, this inaccessibility is what keeps away the crowd.  The only way to get here is by renting out a taxi or self driving a scooty or a bike.  
 

Ubud to Jatiluwih Route 

40 kms from Ubud town, situated at a height of around 700 meters above sea level, the route to Jatiluwih takes you to the most stunning rice field terraces on the island. The cool breeze and the  the wonderful rural ambience will make your ride a memorable one. 
 
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Entrance Ticket 

The entrance ticket to the Jatiluwih  Rice terraces is  IDR 40,000 / person.Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in BALI
For Indonesian citizen, its IDR 15,000 / person. 
 

Jatiluwih Rice Terrace 

Jatiluwih is derived from two words. Jati means “real” and Luwih means “good” or “beautiful”. Jatiluwih lives by its name. 
The moment you reach the place you will be amazed by the never ending expanse of rice terraces. Spread across  16,000 hectares of land, the stunning views of rolling rice terraces with Mount Batukaru in the distance further enhances the already breathtaking view.  Balinese believe that Dewi Sri, the Goddess of rice, must be honoured.  There are shrines set up in every field to honour her. 
 
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Top Things to Do in  Jatiluwih Green Land 

Her are the top things you can do while at Jatiluwih Rice Terraces

Rice field trekking & Interaction with Farmers

Rice field trekking is the main activity to indulge in .
Choose one of the color coded trails and walk through the rice terraces. The treks ranging from easy to difficult level allows tourists to get an up close views of the rice fields and an opportunity to interact with the farmers working in the fields.
 
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And while you take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces enjoy the melodious sound of the local music played by the artists which blends in with the calm and serene ambiance of the place. 
 

Jatiluwih Rice Paddy Cycling Tour

Besides trekking one can also opt for a Jatiluwih rice paddy cycling tour.  
 

 Lunch with a View

The area is very rural with nothing but farming communities and a few high-end mountain resorts and eateries lined along the main road. 
After exploring the rice terraces, enjoy a hearty lunch at one of the restaurants with spectacular rice terrace panoramic view right in front. The restaurants serve typical local dishes with special red rice grown in Jatiluwih itself.
 
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Time Required 

A day trip to Jatiluwih rice terraces will allow you to enjoy the best this place has to offer. If you are a trekking freak, then you would like to try hiking on the different trails which will require some time. However, if you are travelling on a tight schedule you can still have the feel of the place. In that case, keep at least 2 hrs to explore the region. 
 

Nearby Accommodations 

There are a couple of hotels in the region where you can easily spend a day or 2. The best advantage is you can easily walk down to the rice terraces anytime you want and can spend as many hours as you wish. 
 
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Things to Keep in Mind   

Flowing are a couple of things one needs to keep in mind while visiting Jatiluwih Rice Terraces:
 
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1- Wear appropriate footwear that offers a comfortable fit and good sole grip.
2- While on the trails, you can sit down to enjoy some light snacks – just make sure to not litter the place.
3- Do not pluck the rice.
4- Walk only on the trails and don’t enter the rice fields.
5- Click lots of pictures and enjoy the amazing views.
 

Other places you can visit the same day

You can visit Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, Lake Bratan temple and Banyumala waterfalls same day. We will cover each in the coming videos. Also stay tuned for Bali Travel Guide coming up next.
 
Hope you enjoyed  watching this video and found the post useful. Stay tuned for more amazing post/videos on Bali coming up soon. Subscribe our Youtube Travel channel “World Ghoomo” and we will catch you soon in our next post/video. Until then, take care bye.
 
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