The Amazing View of Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida

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Kali ini kita akan share cerita perjalanan kita menjelajahi Nusa Penida, salah satu pulau di Bali yang terkenal dengan keindahan alamnya. Walaupun memang hanya setengah hari dan kami memutuskan tidak menginap, namun banyak keseruan yang kita nikmati di pulau cantik ini! Let's start with Kelingking Beach.

So, have you been or seen Kelingking Beach before? Perhaps many of you have seen the viral pictures of this unique shape rock and cliff over a stunningly beautiful beach in many Instagram account. You can also see it on my account LOL.

During our last family trip to Bali in the beginning of December, we decided to take the tour to Nusa Penida island, operated by Idola Fast Boat and chose the full-day West side tour. We visited Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and Crystal Bay. We had private tour with local car and guide as well. It was lovely indeed! 

Kelingking Beach has dominated the social media posts from those visiting Nusa Penida, one of the islands in Bali Tiga Nusa or Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan. Its unique landscape (some say it looks like T-rex head, some say whales), incredible view, turquoise water, crashing waves and white powdery sandy beach are some of the tempting elements that have captivated people's attention. Being here myself, I have to say it's just breathtakingly AMAZING!

We went here during the pandemic. There is a blessing in disguise when you travel around during the pandemic as it is not as crowded as it used to. I know it's not good for local business but you have to admit you do enjoy having more peaceful time at the tourists' popular spot with less people. The areas are way cleaner as well and you can actually enjoy the place fully, without having to struggle to take pictures here and there just because there are too many people flocking around.

It was good that we came rather early  to the Sanur Beach and Port where we were boarding to Nusa Penida. It was not too packed, although as it got closer to the departure time we had more and more people coming. Well, for a popular spot like Nusa Penida, I guess it was quite packed even during the pandemic. I didn't how it was before the pandemic but I guess it was way busier and more crowded. Once we arrived, we went to the designated desk, got our tickets and ID cards to board the ship. Once the boat was ready, they called all the passengers of Idola Fast boat and we 'climbed' up to the boat.  We needed to take our shoes or sandals, bring our bags and climb up to the boat which was mored slightly away from the beach. Here in Sanur port, there is no jetties or floating ramp for passengers.

getting off the boat..

We took around 40 minutes trip before arriving at Nusa Penida Island. The view along the ride is lovely indeed.  At Nusa Penida Island, we get off on the jetty at the island. I guess the harbour is called Buyuk. Once we arrived, we were welcomed by Bli Gede, our private tour guide as well as our driver with his car. And our private tour began. First stop: Kelingking Beach.

the view along the way..

It took us around 45 minutes to reach Kelingking. The road was a bit rough but we saw the beauty of the island as well. When we arrived, we stopped at the parking lot which was already packed with cars. Apparently this popular spot always has its fans. And I know exacty why. The view is simply BREATHTAKING!

so what do you think about the view?

We saw the Kelingking beach way from above. To reach the beach, we have to take the stairs down. Steep stairs indeed and a bit slippery I have to say. The stairs are not that wise and everyone who wants to go down and up again take the same stairs as it's the only way. But again, as the view is magnificent, it worth all the sweat and pain I believe LOL. 

However, we were a bit worried in the first place. People did wear mask but physical distance is a bit problematic as the area is not that spacious and the stairs you use to go down and up are steep and quite small. We took turns with people so that everyone can enjoy every spot Kelingking Beach can offer. 

Again, the stairs are steep.. I don't know how many they are but they are tough for those who are not accustomed to. It's also high and you have to be careful. It is safe enough as long as you are paying attention to your steps. The place is surrounded by cliffs with nothing hindering it. That's what makes it beautiful. 

You can go down to the beach but again the set of stairs you have to take is a lot. Going down might be manageable but going up is too problematic to me LOL. So make sure you wear the most comfortable shoes and clothes.

There are many cafes and restaurant nearby with nice food & drinks as well as clean toilets. The parking lot is big but I guess it can packed during peak season. The entrance ticket is Rp 5000,- per person for locals. The fee for our trip is Rp 350.000,- per person, all inclusive the return ticket for Nusa Penida - Sanur, 4 spots, private car & guide/driver, as well as lunch. So I guess, I will have to go back with more stories about our visit to Broken Beach, Angel’s Billabong and Crystal Bay.

Don't miss this place when you are coming to Bali!

And Nusa Penida, thank you so much for all this unforgettable trip ♥️.

WW: Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

One of the must-see attractions in Ubud is the Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia.

This sacred place offers not only the quirky up-close-and-personal encounter with the smart monkeys in their loving home, but also plush tropical jungle and ceremonious temples.

My family and I arrived here before lunch and we spent around 1.5 hours trekking the wooden path and meeting those cute monkeys. We bought the ticket at the entrance gate which costs us 60K Rupiah per adult and 30K Rupiah for kids under 12. 

my daughter Obi was so curious about these monkeys

Well, at first we thought it might be a bit scary to be that close with the monkeys. And we are not talking about 1,2, or 3 monkeys, but lots of lots of them although you don't always see them. Nevertheless, if we follow all the rules and regulations, we can definitely enjoy this sacred ground. For sure, you should not feed the monkey and don't look them in the eyes as that is the sign of aggression. 

Here are a few photos we took on the visit.

Relaxing time at Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

so many of them..

The main temple at The Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

The Monkey Forest, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Every monkey seems busy with their own business :)

I was fascinated to see the monkeys against the backdrop of beautiful forest. Yet we were heading back to Jakarta that day and we needed to catch the flight. I really recommend this place and hope you will get a chance to visit it.

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WW: The Amazing Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida Bali

Hi, everyone...

Indah's here and I am happily back to Bali!

Words can never express how grateful I am to be able to revisit this incredible heaven-on-earth, together with my family.

In this trip, we decided to explore the places that we haven't been or done things we haven't done before. That includes visiting the exotic Nusa Penida island!

And what an amazing island Nusa Penida is!

We took the tour to Nusa Penida operated by Idola Fast Boat and chose the full-day West side tour. We visited Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and Crystal Bay. We had private tour with local car and guide as well. It was lovely!

Before I spill all the details about our trip there, here are some photos  I took at the amazing Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida Bali.

What a lovely place indeed!

Will you visited Kelingking Beach, Nusa Penida, Bali as well when you get a chance?

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WW: Sunset at Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung, Indonesia

Sunset at Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung, Indonesia

Hi everyone,

Wishing you all a great day wherever you are.

I was traveling to Lampung, my beloved homeland, together with my family last weekend. We had some urgent matters to handle and Alhamdulillah things were under control. We even managed to visit the ocean and the islands we love so much. This time, we visited Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung.

beautiful sunset we have here..

Ma Mija et me..

Sunset at Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung, Indonesia

Sunset at Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung, Indonesia

Pulau Kelagian Besar, Lampung

Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung, Indonesia

Sunset at Kelagian Besar Island, Lampung, Indonesia

As we planned to catch the sunrise, we traveled in the afternoon and stayed there till the sun set. It was simply beautiful.

Check out the photos we took during our visit here.

And the video as well about our little adventure in Lampung.

Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

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Luxurious Stay at the Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Deluxe Pool Villa at the Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali

Traveling back to Bali is just a dream-come-true to me.

After COVID-19 bombarded us and caused tremendous impact in so many aspects of our lives since the beginning of the year, we start making some adjustments to continue our live during the pandemic. Well, we are still fighting it but at this point, with the strict adherence and observation of health protocol and some important norms in 'new normal', we can start doing things we need to do and enjoy. For me, that includes traveling.

welcome to the Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali

Although my first air traveling was related to work, but I have to admit that I was super excited, and a bit anxious at the same time, to actually come back to Bali, the island of paradise. But as we fly, we need to fulfil all the requirements related to our health and safety, such us conducting rapid or swab test before flying, washing hands properly as needed and putting the mask ON every time we are out as well as maintaining physical distance including in the airplane and filling the form at e-Health Alert Card app to ensure the tracking system if necessary. Long story short, those are the new procedures we have to oblige whenever we are flying domestically in Indonesia. I believe foreign visitors have some additional requirements and procedures as deemed necessary, including quarantine.

maintain the physical distance..

But now, in my post, I would like to share my wonderful stay in Ubud on my first trip back to Bali in 2020. The visit was in October 2020 so still in the middle of the pandemic. As you are probably aware of, many hotels and public facilities and places in Bali have implemented CHSE (Clean, Healthy, Safety and Environmentally friendly) approach and principles during the pandemic. this will definitely make us feel safe and comfortable during our visit.

mask and clean wipes at the room

So now, let me invite you to the Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali

This world-class resort is really a place that you should not miss when you come to Bali, particularly UBUD.

the Deluxe Villa with private pool

Situated at the heart of Ubud, which is famous for its incredible and amazing landscapes as well as peaceful greenery and vibrants lives with amazing arts and crafts, the Royal Pita Maha resort will take you to another level in the world of relaxation and five - star resort.

Ayung river and the greeneries near the Resort

I stayed for 3 days and 2 nights at its Deluxe Pool villa. It has many types of rooms including those villas with private individual pool, like the one I had.

Super happy me :)

I really enjoy the beauty of this place as well as the surrounding nature which gave us peace and serenity. The room that I have is very spacious with one king bed and different wings for a bathroom and living room plus private pool. I love it so very, very much. The room is beautifully decorated in Balinese accent and the infinity pool is facing the famous green forest with Ayung river afar. You can even hear the sound of the rumbling sound from the river and its natural dwellers.

the greeneries..

The service is great indeed, as you can feel the sincerity of the staff and how they respect guests’ privacy. Since I stayed during the pandemic, some services like spa and yoga were not running yet but they tried their best to serve us during our stay. Breakfast is still limited but delicious and I got a chance to enjoy lunches and dinner here as well which were nice. The restaurant is beautifully located, so you can enjoy the lovely view while enjoying your meals.

breakfast at the Royal Pita Maha Resort

I even got a chance to try the floating breakfast! It was quite an experience for sure and although it was tricky to have breakfast in the pool, I enjoyed it! I basically ordered my regular breakfast tot he room and the floating tray then the staff came to set it up for me. I was super happy indeed!

ready for my floating breakfast

Don't you just love it!

Check out my video on YouTube for this floating breakfast at the Royal Pita Maha Resort!

You have various pools in different parts as well for you to enjoy. You will have to take many stairs up and down to explore this resort and it’s good for the exercise. Let alone the beauty of the surroundings which you can enjoy while exploring the resort area. Besides enjoying the private pool, I really love the Holy Spring Pool they have in the lower part of the resort, close to the river and the temple. It’s an amazing place indeed.

Here's the video I made about the room I enjoyed while staying here at the Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali. You can definitely enjoy that in my YouTube channel.

The price of the rooms vary, but they do give a lot of discounts during the pandemic. Best to check out their website at https://www.royalpitamaha-bali.com/villa.html to see more info about the room and the price. My deluxe pool villa normally costs starting from 3 - 4 million per night or starting around USD 200. But you can get the discount around this time.

As for the exact location of the resort, you can check out the details here:

I am already planning to go back here again soon with my hubby and the kids. Hmm... I bet this will be a perfect place to celebrate our series of December birthdays in the family as well as our 16th wedding anniversary.

What do you think? sounds like a perfect plan, right? Let's go!

WW: The Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

 Welcome to The Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

The Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Truly a piece of heaven on earth! And I was super lucky I got a chance to actually come, visit and stay in this fantastic place.  Wonderfully situated in green, plush Ubud, this Tjampoehan resort is a must-visit place indeed when you are around.

Ubud has long been famous for its amazing greeneries, fresh air, and natural landscapes. The Monkey Forest is located here and the UNESCO World Heritage are, Tegalalang rice field is also here. Not to mention numbers of fascinating tropical forests and waterfalls, cool hiking tracks and paddy fields you can freely explore. And I have to admit I fall in love with all those art shops and galleries. I guess that's why Ubud, with its own unique vibe, has fascinated many.

And the arrays of five-star hotels, resorts and villas in Ubud are to die for. One of them is The Royal Pita Maha, the Tjampoehan relaxation resort.

And let me show you this magnificent place through photos before I share more details about it along the way, okay.

I was privilege to stay in one of the deluxe room (more like a villa I believe) with private pool. The room is spacious indeed and the private pool is uber cool! You know how I love swimming and everything to do with the pool and body of water.  The room has its own living room and luxurious bathroom with love-shaped bathtub.

welcome to my room

my own private pool :) at The Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

welcome to my villa :)

even the signs looks beautiful..

the open pool at The Royal Pita Maha Resort, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

So, what do you think about The Royal Pita Maha Resort, ubud, Bali?

Will you visit and enjoy your time here as well? Happy to share on my next post so watch out for that. Meanwhile, stay safe, happy and healthy!

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