In the autumn of 2005, several explosions thundered here, about 30 people who had no livelihood, more than 100 were injured in different gravity. These were terrorist attacks of one of the Islamist groupings. The reputation of a quiet and peaceful resort was destroyed. It has passed, without a small, almost 10 years, the local authorities together with the inhabitants put a lot of effort to restore the tourist flow and they succeeded. Now Jimbaran is the island of Relax, where nothing resembles the tragedy that happened.
Jimbaran is an atypical Bali resort. There are few disco here, there is practically no crowd of tourists and there are no boring beach traders. This is a place for respectable rest, as well as just a paradise for families with children. But even recently, it was an ordinary fishing village. The main occupation of the local population is fishing, now moved to the background, giving way to tourism. Over the past few decades, hotels (mostly high-class), entertainment and spa centers, as well as a large number of restaurants have been built here. Tourists who choose Jimbaran as a resort, you need to be prepared for a complete thing, because options for an active holiday here are a bit.
Fishing
Clev will be great! There is no other here! You can stand up with a fishing rod on the shore and take the soul, but it is likely to catch, most likely there will be a small fish; And you can go to the open ocean and here you are waiting for this safari. You can rent a boat or boat both through an agency and yourself. The most important thing is to see what you pay money. Be sure to check if there is a tack of tackle and equipment on the ship, as well as the presence of a roof above your head to protect against the merciless sunlight. Ask the power of the engine so that you can go to the ocean away from the island, because it is there that he dreams of catching any fisherman - Marlin.
In addition to this strong, large, aggressive and from that very welcome fish, in local waters you can catch Tuna, Dorada, Barracuda. Shark catch officially forbidden, but in restaurants in the menu they are present. Here you can also hunt from the underwater gun, but only at least 50 meters from the coast, otherwise you will have to pay a large fine,
Water entertainment
Coral reefs will enjoy fans of snorkeling and diving. The underwater world, of course, is not so multicolored and rich as in the Red Sea and, perhaps, a sophisticated tourist, he will not greatly like it, but the reefs make at least some kind of variety in rest. Divers will fall to taste the rocky islands that have become a house for many species of fish. Surfingists will also be able to enjoy their favorite sports. The beginners will be convenient to master the basics in quiet coastal waters, and those who are firmly and confidently stand on the board, it is better to go a little away - north - there you will enjoy, saddled a high wave.
By the way, in contrast to the snorkeeper and diving, which is better to do here from mid-April to November, you can deal with the sirf all year round.
SPA
How is wrong with the one who believes that Spa is a lesson for women. After all, the very concept of spa means physiotherapy associated with water, that is, this is not only a cosmetic procedure, but first of all, precisely therapeutic. To visit Bali and not to visit the spa. Equally make a mistake. Jimbaran is no exception. Here are 4 spa, offering various recovery programs under the supervision of professional therapists: massage, sauna, mud baths, thalassotherapy.
Optionally, you can take a course of purification, to do meditation or master yoga. Be sure to visit the unique pool with sea water at the Spa at the Ayana Hotel. Stunning look, and most importantly - the huge use of sea water will lead your mind and body in full balance. Going to these pleasant procedures better than the whole family, in all centers there are specially designed programs even for the youngest visitors.
Entertainment
Do not believe, but the most favorite tourist entertainment on Jimbaran - Food.
Local restaurants are famous for their fish menu, as well as seafood dishes. Most establishments are located on the shore so that visitors can eat amazing food and admire the amazing sunsets that are the business card of the whole Bali Island. After the satisfying dinner, someone goes to sleep, someone walk along the beach. But if the soul requires continuation and there is forces for this, you can go to the nearest bar to drink a couple of cocktails and relax to good music. One of the best Jimbaran bars is Rock Bar, located on the top of the cliff, from which the magnificent view offers.
You can get there on the funicule. Excellent music, a large selection of strong alcoholic beverages and a wonderful atmosphere - everything you need for a good completion of the day of the vacationer.
What to do in Jimbaran? Rest! Calm full-fledged holiday. Lying on the beach, swimming in the ocean, walks on endless beaches, good sleep and delicious food - someone will seem boring, but for the drive you need to go to another place. So if you have an avid traveler and you have an active vacation in Indonesia, develop a route so that Jimbaran is the end point of your trip. And then, admiring the sunset, sipping a cocktail, and giving the opportunity to rest and restore the tired body, it will be possible to say with confidence: "Vacation succeeded!"
