surfinfos
bali is one of the most beautiful and wave rich islands in the world. this means that you can surf every day from january until december, and within just an hour drive there are more than 60 different surfspots. there are beachbreaks, reefbreaks, pointbreaks, secret spots, long and mellow waves, short and fast waves, heavy and hollow waves, rights, lefts, a-frames, ... no matter how good you surf, there's just about everything here for you on bali. we, the balicamp, wish you a great time here on bali and we are sure you will enjoy the waves, the chill, and the mellow vibes.
activities
making your individual experience of the island and of surfing is our top priority. we can offer our know-how and all the camp's amenities. the camp thrives not only on its own dynamism but also through you. no matter whether it is soccer tournaments versus local village clubs, chilling video evenings, spontaneous parties or day trips - it's all up to you! we are not a club-med-type fun factory but a group of people who live their lives according to the motto "follow your passion"!
... day trips ...
bali has more to offer than just perfect waves. its countryside and landscape are unique and well worth exploring. excursions to some of the island's most interesting places are a key feature of the balicamp. our programme includes tours to the hot springs, lake batur, the island's largest hindu temple or bali's highest mountain, the mt. agung (3000 m) but also day trips to the rain forest in east java, the west bali national park or to the neighbouring islands...
... shopping, nightlife, and more ...
kuta is the island's lively centre and to go shopping is an absolute must! craftwork such as traditional carvings, sarongs or furniture, fashion and surf-wear (all the leading companies have shops in kuta) or dvds (recent films are about 1 or 2€) - the range is wide. haggling over the price is an essential part of every deal and definitely an experience, and sometimes a good bargain can be just as satisfying as a wave ride. the bubbling nightlife is also worth enjoying even if don't necessarily has to be in one of the big clubs downtown.
... scuba diving ...
indonesia's underwater world is a universe of its own. for beginners we offer openwater courses in collaboration with jerome, a renowned diving school; and to advanced divers our wreck and night diving sessions will make bali an even more interesting spot. snorkelling is possible in tulamben, nusa lembogan or off the menjangan islands.
... magic hands ...
alex is a sport and therapeutic masseur, whether it is to relieve shoulder, spine or knee troubles or just to treat yourself, alex can help!
ugis is the man with the magic hands, and he is at the camp once a week but beware: once treated by his hands you might get addicted!
bali
you need a visa for entering indonesia, which can be applied for prior to departure at the indonesian embassy of whatever country. you can also go for the regular tourist visa on arrival in bali airport, but this type of visa is only valid for 30 days. both types of visa cost about 35€. if you plan on staying in indonesia for a period longer than 60 days, you have to apply for you for a visa valid for a maximum of 6 months at the indonesian embassy of your country. we help you get the visa, but you have to send us a copy of your passport, all the filled in forms from the embasy, and two passport photos at least 8 weeks prior to departure. costs: 43€.
... clime ...
bali is a tropical island with temperatures ranging from 21 to 33°c. dry season lasts from april until september, and that means sunshine every day. wet season lasts from december until march, and at least a short daily shower is common. it might get a bit cooler at night, but still, temperatures mostly remain tropical. so don't take too many clothes! except for one long sleeve outfit and the right shoes for hiking the volcano, shorts and tee shirts are more than enough. besides, shopping is a must on bali! water temperature is a constant 28°c, so you will mostly surf in shorts. at chilly morning sessions you will sometimes wear a lycra shirt, but a neoprene shorty is not really necessary.
... money, atm, credit cards ...
the currency used is indonesian rupiah (idr). 12.000 rp equals 1 eur. all money changers change eur, but if you don't want to take too much cash with you, there are plenty of atm machines which accept any credit- or atm (maestro) card from home. most of the shops and restaurants accept credit cards as well.
... language ...
the official language on bali is indonesian, but people here have their own dialect, so most of them speak balinese. don't worry, english will still take you anywhere!
... vaccinations & medicine ...
medical care is fine here on bali. the most important personal first aid for cuts and wounds, common travel medication and sunscreen is still a very good idea and saves you valuable holiday time. contact your doctor and set up your medical travel kit. keep in mind that you don't need to bring all medication you might need, because there are plenty of pharmacies on bali and their range will definitely meet your needs. just remember the name of the medicine and its ingredients, and you will get it here. besides, most medication is much cheaper here than at home, is as effective, and that saves you luggage.
bali is 3rd world as well as 1st world, so don't worry! remember to drink only bottled water and to wash all fruits before enjoying them and you'll be fine. the risk of malaria has been very low for years, so no prophylaxis is necessary, but common tropical vaccination is recommended. contact your doctor or the tropical institute of your country. don't hesitate to contact us for any further questions.
