Snorkeling with Whale Sharks
🌊Sumbawa is an unspoiled island near Lombok, located an hour and a half away by plane from Bali. The island mainly attracts tourists who are interested in surfing, as it has good waves and fewer peopl…
Mass deaths of whale sharks in Indonesia. Local experts have identified the reasons
Two whale sharks have washed ashore in Indonesia, one found in Bali and the other on the beach in Central Java. This is not the first occurrence of such incidents in the last few months.
Rare Encounter: A Massive Whale Spotted Close to North Bali
Near the coast of Pemuteran, a local fisherman captured on video a sperm whale surfacing and diving close to the shore. The video circulated on social media and even surprised long-time residents.
Two whale sharks found dead on the beach in Bali
Residents of Jembrana, who went to the ocean at dawn, were in for an unpleasant surprise. The carcass of a large underwater creature — a whale shark, as later revealed — was floating on the waves, hav…
DIY Adventure: Up Close with Whale Sharks and Komodo Dragons!
I just returned from my motorbike trip to the islands of Flores and Sumbawa and I’m ready to share all the details about what, how much, how, and where to go.
The plan: combine swimming with whale sharks and visiting Komodo National Park in one trip while avoiding paying exorbitant fees to tour companies.
New Rules: No Night Anchoring Near Komodo
After the dramatic incident with the tourist vessel Putri Sakinah, which sank off the coast of Komodo on December 26, Indonesian authorities are once again concerned about maritime safety.
No More Elephant Rides at Bali Zoo From January 1
Bali Zoo officially stopped elephant rides from January 1, 2026.
The zoo explains this step by prioritizing animal welfare and shifting to a more 'gentle' format: more time for social interaction and care programs, allowing elephants to move more and behave natural…
Viral Tiger-Hippo Nearly Became Bali’s New Tourist Attraction
A plot worthy of a Hollywood comedy is unfolding in the province of East Java. At the center is the statue of the White Tiger from the village of Balonggeruk, which transformed from a laughingstock to…
Gili Meno — A True Island Retreat
If you want to escape the noise of Bali, change your pace, and spend time by the ocean without the hustle and bustle, a trip to Gili Meno is the perfect choice. It is the quietest island of the Gili a…
Nusa Penida Goes Cashless: Pay Tourist Fees & Tickets Digitally!