In recent years entrepreneurs in Bali have seen the need for family entertainment. This need has been realized through various theme parks which are sure to thrill and enchant people of all ages.

WATERBOOM

Waterboom Park is an excellent day out for adults and children where you can choose from different water slides such as the Lazy River , Jungle Ride, Raft River , and the Race Track. The sports minded can indulge in table tennis, volley ball, badminton, or bowls, and kids will enjoy Waterboom’s Kiddy Park where they can meet the park’s mascot, “Bookduck”. Visitors can relax by the pool which features underwater music and a swim-up bar, the environmentally friendly atmosphere, with pleasant garden settings give a peaceful and relaxing time for guests.

There is also a choice of two restaurants, serves Western, Asian, and Italian cuisine, or grab a bite of snack club or the “kaki lima” for authentic taste of Indonesian “fast food”.

The Waterboom Spa, set in a tropical garden, is a recent addition to the park. Featuring four private massage pavilions, a Jacuzzi, and a Moroccan tea lounge, the spa has a separate entrance and some treatments include a free pass to the Park’s facilities.

BALI BOTANICAL GARDEN

Located in a hilly area of Bedugul at the height of more than 1100m above the sea level about one and a half hours drive north from Denpasar, the botanical garden is the home of Indonesian floral biodiversity. Here you can found almost all tropical flora from all over Indonesian archipealgo including beautiful orchids.

Locals also use it for family recreation utilizing its wide decently manicured garden, refreshing cool climate, and scenic view over Lake Beratan.

BALI BIRD PARK

The Taman Burung Bird Park , situated in Batubulan, is home to more than a thousand birds from Indonesia and all over the world. It is set in magnificent gardens filled with tropical plants and water features, and has a restaurant for visitors to interact with nature by having breakfast or afternoon tea with birds.

BALI REPTILE PARK

Next door is Bali Reptile Park housing a collection of Komodo Dragons, snakes, turtles, monitor lizards, and iguanas. Another reptile park is Indonesia Jay Reptile and Crocodile Park , located in Mengwi. Shows featuring snakes, crocodiles, and traditional magic are held daily.

BUTTERFY PARK

If you like gentler species, Taman Kupu Kupu (buttefly park) in Tabanan maybe more of your scene. It has over 3,500 square meters enclosed gardens making it the largest park of its kind in South East Asia . The only such park in Bali , it plays host to myriad species of butterflies and also has breeding program to preserve butterflies in Indonesia . The park was established partly to assist in the stopping of the black market trade of endangered species, and also to help preserve a natural habitat for butterflies.

BALI ZOO PARK

At the same neighborhood of Bali Bird Park and Bali Reptile Park lies the newest Bali Zoo Park with quite a complete collection of fauna live in Indonesian archipelago. Some specific species from other parts of the world are also featured mostly those with tropical environment.

Set in combined natural and made up tropical forest environment it gives both a homy setting for the animals as well as adventurous feeling to visitors.

TAMAN FESTIVAL PARK

Taman Festival Park , sited near Sanur, is a unique concept in Bali combining culture, hi-tech entertainment, and wildlife. Situated on 9 hectares of beachfront, attractions include a variety of animals, reptiles, and birds. Rounding off the attractions are some exciting rides, a laser light show, and amphitheatre.

Gamelan music and Balinese dancing are performed at the amphitheatre according to schedule. When hunger pangs strike visitors, they can go to restaurants and fast food outlets.