Fun Things to do in Lovina besides relaxing at the pool or beach...

Besides the number of things to do in Lovina, this beach village is more a place to stay when you are planning to spend you holiday relaxing at the pool while reading a book and eating fresh fish every day.

Unlike the other beach villages located south of Bali, Lovina beach does not have the action and crowds. Everything is found in low numbers and spread out.

But if you feel like doing and seeing more then just that there is possiblity for things to do in Lovina area...

Lovina is for instance an excellent place to start exploring the northern area of the island. It is easy to do day trips to the West Bali National Park, the former capital Singaraja and the sacred Lake Batur.

 

Mountains waking up in Lovina, North Bali...

 

The only tourist hot spot is Kalibubuk, which has small streets with several shops, restaurants, hotels and tourist centres that can organize great things to do in Lovina.

In the evening these streets can be busy with travellers who come together to watch the magnificent sunset and enjoy dinner at one of the fine restaurants.

The beaches at Lovina are covered with black volcanic sand and the sea is calm due to the reef. This offers great opportunity for swimming whole day around. This is also an excellent location to learn how to scuba dive.

 

things to do in Lovina: swimming, snorkeling and suba diving

 

The reef is pretty poor, but the calm waters are ideal for beginners. All over town you can find shops which offer introductory courses and PADI certificate courses.

The clear water is also good for snorkeling, except in the months February and March because of heavy rains.

Like many others, I went snorkeling in the morning. As mentioned before, the quality of the coral could be better. However at that time of day the water was really calm which was good to spot several species of bright colored fish.

Here is a list of things to do in Lovina:

 

Snorkeling:
If you plan on snorkeling, ask the boatman to take you further away from the shore and ask to pass the areas where the other boats usually stop.

It is more likely that you will find a better reef there.

Nevertheless, snorkeling along Lovina beach is a nice way to spend the day...

For just Rp. 50.000 you will get snorkeling gear and also a wonderful boat trip with magnificent views of the mountain range from the sea. The snorkeling gear and boat can be arranged at your hotel reception or at the beach.

 

Dolphin trip:
This the definitely one of the best things do to in Lovina. We had a great time during this tour.

Despite waking up early in the morning, we were all wide awake on the boat and were actively spotting for dolphins. It was exciting to see the dolphins jump out of the water or to see them swimming close to our boat.

 

 

Singsing Waterfalls:
This waterfall plunges in a small water pool where you can take a very cold refreshing swim.

The icy water might not be comfortable in the beginning, but trust me it's great to swim in.

I had a wonderful time swimming under the waterfall...

 

 

Banjar hot springs:
These springs are beautifully set along a river gorge and in a lush tropical garden. This makes bathing in a 38 degrees hot-spring more special.

I thought the water would be too warm in the tropics, but once I was standing under the water spewing dragon statue I knew why hot springs attract so many people...

 

 

Singaraja City:
Even though the Dutch had to leave Singaraja there are still architectural reminders of their influence, especially near the former harbor.

Here you can still see the old coffee and tobacco warehouses, the antique bridge, the white colonial houses and the statue of freedom fighter I Longtong, who points with his finger to sea...

 

 

Cultural activities:
The local cultural group, Yayasan Budaya den Bukit Lovina organizes many cultural activities such as rice pounding, cooking and dancing.

There are also bull races which are held every Friday afternoon at 4 o’clock. Go to the tour agencies in town and they will be able to help you out on the cultural things to do in Lovina.

 

 

West Bali National Park:
This park is located on the western tip of Bali and is the most important conservation area of the island.

There are treks from 1 or 2 hours to 7 hours. You are not allowed to enter the park without a guide.

Guides can be arranged a day before at the headquarters at Cekik (North-West Bali). From Lovina you can also go to Pulau Menjangan, an island for excellent diving and snorkeling. Expect to wake up really early, because it's a pretty long drive.