Jumbo news is coming out of the Island of the Gods: Bali Zoo has confirmed it is stopping elephant rides for tourists with immediate effect. The practice of riding elephants has received increasing amounts of criticism from animal welfare specialists and ethical tourism leaders worldwide over the last decade. Bali Zoo has confirmed it has …
Attractions
Sangeh Monkey Forest is one of Bali’s most underrated attractions. Located just 40 minutes from central Ubud, the park offers tourists a crowd-free chance to observe wild monkeys and immerse in one of the oldest forest landscapes in Bali. Sangeh Monkey Forest has confirmed that it will be adding a new walking track within the …
Life at Bali’s most iconic rice terraces is slowly returning to normal after weeks of protests from local farmers. In December, local landowners installed dozens of zinc sheets across the landscape to protest against demolition orders issued by the regency government and the potential for large-scale developments to be constructed in the future. Jatiluwih Rice …
Did you know that Bali is home to some of the most stunning black sand beaches in the world? Providing quite the contrast to the vast expanses of white sandy bliss so many tourists seek, Bali’s black sand beaches are absolutely not to be missed. Here at The Bali Sun, we love the huge amount …
With the New Year upon us, it’s that time again when top tourist attractions in Bali adjust their prices. While these price increases generally don’t make too much of a difference even to the most budget-conscious of tourists, it’s good to be in the know. Bali’s Penglipuran Village in Bangli Regency is the latest cultural …
One of Bali’s top monkey forest attractions has confirmed that it will be increasing its insurance policy for visitors following a recent tragedy. Sangeh Monkey Forest in Badung Regency experienced one of the worst tragedies in the last decade in early December, and the team has vowed to reduce risks for visitors. On 3rd December …
Experiencing local culture should be a top priority for all tourists traveling to Bali. Whether visiting a temple or trying nasi goreng, it’s super important to explore as much of what this incredible island has to offer. Here at The Bali Sun, we are committed to highlighting the best cultural experiences for our readers, and …
One of Bali’s most famous rice terrace landscapes is at the centre of a development controversy. The famous Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in Tabanan Regency have seen a sudden, sharp drop in visitors after farmers began protesting against the government’s latest rulings over spatial planning laws. In early December, a series of metal sheets was installed …
Bali has welcomed a new beach club onto the scene. The new Atlas Beach House, located in the heart of Canggu, is not your typical Bali beach club. At this new coastal hangout, the vibes are all about rest and rejuvenation over raving from dusk till dawn. Atlas Beach Club is the biggest beach club …
Wildlife and animal tourism have been a hot topic over the last few years. As tourists become more aware of welfare issues in the animal tourism sector, big changes have taken place, including reducing contact with animals and creating activities that give animals more freedom and less contact with visitors. Indonesia is home to the …
Are you heading to Bali for the festive season? Here at The Bali Sun, we are excited that Christmas is just around the corner and are looking forward to all the festive activities we can recommend to you. Although Bali is a predominantly Hindu island, Christmas is still a big deal and widely celebrated there. …
The team at Sangeh Monkey Forest is still mourning the loss of colleague IB Nyoman Suamba, who was killed by a falling tree within the tourist attraction last week. Following the disaster, the Head of the attraction has shared additional safety and danger mitigation efforts that are now in place. On Wednesday, 3rd December 2025, more …