September 2012 ~ BALI TOUR PHOTOGRAPHY

Landscape Bali Tour Photography

Bali Tour Photography specializes in arranging tours according to your prefference. Whether you are a professional photographer, a hobbist, or just interested in photography, let us guide you in our tours of Java, Bali, Lombok, and Flores.

Rinjani Trekking Tour 2N/3D

It is suggested that the Rinjani suite is of mantle origin, but that all the andesite and dacites as well as many of the basalts have probably been modified by fractional crystallization processes.

Bromo Landscape Photography

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park is located in East Java, Indonesia, to the east of Malang and to the southeast of Surabaya, the capital of East Java.

Animal Photography

Animal photographers often attempt to document the space as well as convey an appreciation of the scenery.

Bali Tour Photography Transport

To support the program Bromo Bali Tour Photography, to explore every corner in Bromo, we use the Jeep.

Welcome to Nathan Tour and Travel.

Whether you are a professional photographer, a hobbist, or just interested in photography, let us guide you in our tours of Java, Bali, Lombok, and Flores.

Let me make your holiday in Java, Bali, Lombok, Flores become unforgettable, Our service is to provide English speaking driver / guide who will be your capable mediator to the islands. If you have questions about Java, Bali, Lombok , and Flores before you fly here, do not hesitate to contact us, Nathan Tour and Travel, we will set some drivers / guides who speak English well that will take you for a holiday in Bali.

Satria Gatot Kaca/ Patung Kuda



Gatot Kaca is one of the puppet characters of the famous knights, gallant and brave. Gatot Kaca is the son of  Bimasena one of the five Pandavas. Gatot Kaca is known as a powerful warrior and expert fly mandraguna to provide protection to the people in the kingdom of Pendawa.  Gatot Kaca  is the personification of the matchless heroes who are willing to sacrifice his body to crush the spirit of evil and injustice.

The statue is magnificent and gallant
For those of you who want to remember the figure of the knight who could witness the unrivaled view of the image which stands majestic and dashing in the middle east junction Ngurah Rai Airport, and became one of the attractions of Badung regency. People in Bali called it a horse statue. Perhaps this is because if the object is viewed at a glance many featuring sculpture horse.
The main message of the statue of  Gatot Kaca  Bratayuhda the war stories contained in the heroic story of Mahabharata. Billy Glass illustrated that there were fighting the Duke of Karna who was driving a horse-drawn carriage as she aimed the gun flagship, Konta. Although  Gatot Kaca  finally fall but still the hero figure symbolized the unwavering defense of their homeland.

Gatot Kaca Knight Sculpture was founded in 1993 in order to continue efforts to beautify the neighborhood Ngurah Rai Airport. Besides glass sculpture  Gatot Kaca Knight is also believed to provide spiritual protection and safety for the tourists who are visiting Bali. A variety of natural attractions, culture and tradition is maintained in this resort island. When you visit Bali you will feel this harmony.

Tirta Gangga



Tirta Gangga is a beautiful park with the huge water fountain and wide pond located at Abang Sub-district, Karangasem Regency in east part of Bali. Tirta Gangga Park is built in the year of 1948 by the Karangasem King of Anak Agung Agung Angluerah Ketut Karangasem. Before this park is found, there is big wellspring found in this area which the local society believe that this water come from the land is holy spring therefore they call this place is Embukan means wellspring. According to the local believe that this wellspring functioning as a bath place for the god and also used as drinking water for the local community from the nearest village. Therefore this wellspring is sacrificed by local people and keeps the park naturally. The King of Karangasem has got an idea to improve this park into a good looking and nowadays, it becomes one of the famous tourist destinations in east part of Bali. 

A Magical Wellspring in East of Bali 
Tirta Gangga Park is also featured by the wide public pool with the cool and clean water where it can be used by everyone who visiting this place. It is situated on the foot Abang Hill with cool temperature in particular night time or morning time. The lush tropical garden are well surround the park and big fish ponds are running away at another ponds to give the impression for every tourist who pay a visit to this beautiful park. Some buildings and other decorations are intentionally made as according to the spirit from Puri Agung Karangasem (Agung Karangasem Palace), so it can be said that between Tirta Gangga Park and Sukasada Park (Taman Sukasada) which is located at Ujung countryside is a union. 

How to Find Tirta Gangga? 
Tirta Gangga is strategically located beside of the main strait from Karangasem to Singaraja Town and it is just 20 minutes from the local town or 2 hours and 15 minutes from Denpasar Town. You may also join the exciting tour to the east part of Bali that we call it by Karangasem Tour and you will discover many places of interest in east part of Bali including Tirta Gangga. 

BALI FAMILY PAKET TOUR 3N/4D



Hari 1:  PICK UP AIRPORT & HALF DAY TOUR (L,D)
Dijemput di Airport, kemudian half day tour (pilihan No. 1), lalu diantar menuju hotel untuk melakukan check in. Acara bebas dan istirahat.
Hari 2:  FULL DAY TOUR (B,L,D)
Pilihan full day tour ada di bawah..(MAKAN PAGI, SIANG, DAN MALAM)           
Hari 3:  FULL DAY TOUR (B,L,D)
Pilihan full day tour ada di bawah..(MAKAN PAGI, SIANG, DAN MALAM)   
Harga : IDR 6.720.000 (Paket keluarga : 2 Dewasa 2 anak) Hotel Maria Kuta *** (2 kamar Superior)     

PILIHAN FULL DAY  TOUR  :                         
  1. Tanjung Benoa Water Sport - Garuda Wisnu Kencana - Uluwatu - Dreamland              Paket tour ini sangat menarik karena kami menawarkan wisata bahari di Tanjung Benoa.  Setelah dari Tanjung Benoa (Makan siang). Setelah makan siang, kami akan mengantarkan Anda ke GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana) melewati Universitas negeri yang terkenal yaitu Universitas Udayana. Pura Uluwatu juga merupakan tempat tujuan wisata yang akan kita kunjungi untuk melihat keunikan arsitektur pura yang sudah berumur empat abad, terdapat banyak kera. Pura uluwatu salah satu tempat yang sangat terkenal untuk melihat matahari terbenam. Pantai Jimbaran merupakan tempat tujuan terakhir di paket ini. Tempat ini memberikan suasana yang berbeda, romantis namun alami, untuk menikamati santap malam berupa seafood (masakan laut).
  2. Bedugul - Alas Kedaton - Tanah Lot Tour. Di Jemput di Hotel Jam 08.30 wita , tour dimulai dengan mengunjungi Pura Taman Ayun, Pura peninggalan masa kejayaan Raja Mengwi. Dilanjutkan dengan obyek wisata Bedugul untuk melihat keindahan Danau Beratan dan Pura Ulundanunya. Menikmati makan siang di Mentari restaurant Bedugul sambil menyaksikan keindahan panorama alam pegunungan. Beranjak menuju Alas Kedaton, obyek cagar alam & budaya yang terkenal dengan puluhan keranya yang bersahabat. Dilanjutkan dengan Tanah Lot, kawasan pantai selatan yang terkenal dengan keunikan pura ditengah laut dan keindahan sunsetnya. Makan malam disajikan di Madania Restaurant, kembali ke hotel dan istirahat.     
  3. Ubud - Kintamani - Tampak Siring - Sukawati -Tour . Di Jemput di Hotel jam 08.30 wita, singgah di Galuh sebagai pusat batik dan souvenir Bali, dilanjutkan dengan Celuk sebagai pusat kerajinan perak. Mengunjungi obyek wisata Goa Gajah, tempat pertapaan Hindu dan Budha peninggalan abad ke-11, dan langsung beranjak menuju Kintamani. Makan siang di Sari Restaurant Kintamani sambil menikmati keindahan Danau dan Gunung Batur. Perjalanan dilanjutkan menuju Pura Tirtha Empul Tampaksiring yang terkenal dengan sumber air suci. Singgah diSukawati, pasar lokal yang menyediakan barang-barang kerajinan dengan harga murah. Beranjak menuju Madania Restaurant untuk menikmati makan malam. Kembali ke hotel dan istirahat.

Hari 4:  Free of Leisure & Transfer out
Sarapan pagi di hotel, acara bebas hingga waktu penjemputan tiba. Diantar menuju Airport untuk melakukan penerbangan menuju destinasi berikutnya.

Candi Kuning Traditional Market


Candi Kuning Traditional Market is located near the entrance of Botanical Garden. This market provides fresh fruits, vegetables, spices, and exotic flowers such as delicate orchids and roses that are neatly displayed creating an array of wonderful colors. Spices include nutmeg, pepper, paprika and turmeric. A wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables can be found here, as well as pomelo and durian.

There are also many types of souvenirs and traditional snacks available to take home to family and friends. To the rear of the market are rows of plant and flower vendors, and surrounding the market are several restaurants where you can eat and rest. This market opens from 7:00 am 4:00 pm.

Banjar Hot Spring


Banjar Hot Water is a nature hot wellspring from the ground and it is believed can heal the disease. Its water is accommodated at one small swimming pool encircled by unique rural nature, its situation close to the Wihara (Buda Temple). Banjar Hot Water is located in Banjar Countryside, Banjar sub district and Singaraja Regency. It is about 1,5 Km from Banjar or 24 Km from Singaraja Town. To reach the Hot Water location in Banjar, we can use the motor vehicle through the main road with good condition and passing the Balinese Village with unique culture life. The nearest accommodations like hotels or lodging including restaurants are also available in particular at Lovina Beach area. There are many public transportation also available to connect the travel to Singaraja town. 

Hot Water History 
This hot wellspring source is predictably built since of hundreds of year ago and since the Japanese colonize the Indonesia, this place has developed into three pools to relocate the water for taking a bath. The Japanese had also developed its military officer resort close to this area. Having bathing in the heat water containing the brimstone, it will be able to heal the skin disease. This public bath which is built by Japanese now is exploited by public society. Beside of that, now this place is opened for tourist who can use this bathing place to swim in hot pool and also enjoy the water fall. Enjoying the hot water fall, we can feel like squeezing, especially at pool equipped by the douche with the high about 3,5 meters, so that can make the body refresh and relaxation. 
Banjar Hot Water, Places to Visit in North Bali 
Hot water in Banjar is progressively recognized to be a place of interest in north of Bali or a tourist destination in Singaraja Bali. Now this place visited by many tourist from local and Foreign countries. It is a mini tourism object which is easily reached from Lovina Beach and it is opened daily from 07.00 am until 18.00 pm daily except Nyepi Day (Silent Day). From Singaraja Town, take the way to Gilimanuk or to the west part of Singaraja and we will meet the Banjar Countryside which is show the direction sigh of this hotel water place. 
How to visit Banjar Hot Water? 
It is an easy way to reach this place from south part of Bali or other regions in the island. It will take 3 hours drive from Bali's International Airport and we recommend you to join Singaraja Lovina Tour for more comfortable journey and this tour also visit other places of interest in north part of Bali. 


Denpasar Traditional Market


Denpasar Traditional Market is a center of town's economics which is located in Gajah Mada Street, tha tis main road and become a shopping centre of Bali. This traditional market is apposite to the village temple that is one of three biggest temples in Denpasar. It is initially does not as big as like now because have changed experiences and modification which is adapting to the requirement and town growth. This market cannot be discharged from the existence of an existing market in the cross Badung's river that is called Kumbasari Market because the local society will feel incompletely go for shopping if they are not come to Kumbasari Market, especially for the Balinese who want to buy the ceremony item.

                     
Kumbasari Market
Denpasar Market is a market selling the costume and clothing items with the prices are relative cheaper than clothing items sold at the shops in Gajah Mada Street which are most owned by citizen of Chinese clan. Kumbasari Market is previously called by Peken Payuk (pot market), it sell the items from gerabah /jar like pot, pengedangan, cubek (plate from land), paso (pail from land), caratan (water jug from land), jeding (barrel from land), penyantokan (mixer from land), coblong (cup from land), kekeb (rice cover) and others. All of these items are the kitchenware and also the items for ceremony. Since this market most popular as a place to sell payuk/pot, hence Kumbasari Market in the past referred as Peken Payuk or pot market. But now it sell the material or art items for tourist therefore it is one of tourist destinations in Denpasar Town.

       
History
Denpasar Market is opened on 24 April 1984 by Bali 's Governor, Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra. Then after experiencing of the fire accident, it has been repaired in year 2000 at that moment Bali 's Governor is Mr. Dewa Made Berata. This market owns the broadness about 14.544 M² and broadly park 9064 M² which is built in four floors. The local people who go for shopping at this market are not only from environment of Denpasar community but also come from outside of town. The moment before the big holiday like Galungan, Kuningan, Nyepi and others, this market is always crowded by the buyer which are most of them the local society.

Opening Time
Denpasar Market is opened at 5 o'clock in the morning and close at 5 o'clock in the evening. Then, it is changed by the evening market opened from 05:00 pm until at 05:00 am the day after. Meanwhile at Senggol Market in Kumbasari is opened at 02:00 pm and closed at 11:30 pm. The unique of Senggol Market's name is possibility taken away from the situation and condition of people movement on shopping where they each others jog because of visitor denseness. This Senggol Market is selling the variety of food, from the cheap Balinese, Javanese and Chinese cookery. It is also sell the various types of clothes from adult until children one.
Location
Denpasar Market is encircled by shop along the street of Gajah Mada, in the right side there is Sulawesi Street which is famous of cloth items. Denpasar Traditional Market is progressively strengthening the identity of a center of Denpasar's economics which is opened within 24 hours and never silent by visitor. See also an Tripadvisor.