{"id":321,"date":"2013-07-05T00:34:00","date_gmt":"2013-07-04T16:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/2013\/07\/05\/bali-for-kids-the-bali-safari-and-marine-park\/"},"modified":"2014-10-03T18:19:48","modified_gmt":"2014-10-03T10:19:48","slug":"bali-for-kids-the-bali-safari-and-marine-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifestinymiracles.com\/2013\/07\/bali-for-kids-the-bali-safari-and-marine-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Bali for Kids: The Bali Safari and Marine Park"},"content":{"rendered":"
The <\/span><\/span>Bali Safari and Marine Park<\/a>, (approximately 45mins from Bali International Airport) is the leading wildlife park in Indonesia.  It is like a mini Africa in Bali, home<\/span><\/span> to over 400 amazing animals representing more than 60 species, including some of rare and endangered species from India, Indonesia and Africa.  We booked a two nights stay at the Mara River Safari Lodge<\/a> (located within the Safari Park) so we can explore the park at our own leisurely pace.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n

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Safari Park Entrance Sign – Gianyar is a district in Bali.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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Although we have visited the Singapore Zoo countless times, the Bali Safari and Marine Park<\/a> offers a whole new experience.  There were many photo ops with wild animals (for a fee which goes toward their conservation efforts), the animal shows were educational, and the Safari rides were eye-opening. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Let the fun begin!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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Souvenir shot of our little Safari explorer…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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This post summarises our recommended highlights at the<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span>Bali Safari and Marine Park<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

1.  <\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span>Safari Tram Tour (USD 14 per person,  tax inclusive – no child concession)<\/b><\/p>\n

The Safari Tram Tour<\/a> brings us on an incredible wildlife adventure in an air-conditioned tram which brought us really close to the wild animals. From the tram, we ventured into the habitats of free-roaming Sumatran Tigers, Elephants, Hippos, Sun-Bears, Deers and Cheetahs!  It truly felt like we were the visitors who were infringing into their private spaces as the Safari Tram drove by!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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Safari ride in Air-conditioned comfort<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
Here are some free-roaming exotic animals we came up close with:<\/div>\n

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Sumatran Elephants having their breakfast…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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A giraffe playing peek-a-boo…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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Sun-Bears taking a siesta…so cute!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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Never seen a bear up close!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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An antelope came forward to say ‘Hi’…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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The beauty of a Safari ride is that you can come close…very close to these animals.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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The mighty Khan deep in thought…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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That majestic gaze…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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A lazy Cheetah at the side of the road…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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The demeanour of a lethal athlete…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n
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Thirsty Hippos taking their baths…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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2.  The Elephant Conservation Show (Free, See Schedule<\/a>)<\/b><\/p>\n

We enjoyed the Elephant Show<\/a> tremendously <\/b>as it tells the tale of how deforestation by humans drove the wild Elephants homeless and how the villagers worked together to prevent these innocent Elephants from being wiped out.  Kids get to learn about animal conservation from this show and I actually developed more fondness for the gentle giants – the elephants – from this visit.   <\/p>\n

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3. The Animal Educational Show (Free, See Schedule<\/a>)<\/b> <\/p>\n

The Animal Educational Show<\/a> showcases various animals’ behaviors such as the native Indonesian Binturongs (an endangered crossbreed of a bear & a cat), Elephants, Orang Utans, Cockatoos, Eagles, Snakes and even common house pets like Cats, Poodles and Hamsters!  Dana loved this show and requested to watch it twice.  Be warned though that the Hannuman Theatre where the Animal Show is staged does not have shelter.  The Balinese sun can be scorching hot so have your spritzers, sun hats, sunblocks and portable fans on hand.  Bring along plenty of drinking water to keep your family members hydrated.<\/p>\n

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Exotic animals are showcased alongside common ones, highlighting the solidarity of animals in the animal kingdom.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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4. Bali Agung Show (Tuesdays to Sundays, 2.30-3.30pm, USD 25 per person, tax inclusive)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The other show we highly recommend is an hour-long cultural show called ‘Bali Agung<\/b><\/a>‘. It is a highly entertaining production <\/b>which tells the legend of a Bali’s Goddesses using a massive cast –  150 Balinese dancers, musicians and shadow-puppet masters<\/span>.  We bought tickets to the show without knowing what to expect and came away impressed.  As avid travellers who have seen our fair share of ‘cultural shows’, this stands out for its impressive choreography and concept of using a fusion of styles in their music along with talented team of performers (both humans and animals). Of course, Daddy took the chance to introduce the two traditional art forms of Indonesia to Dana: the Gamelan<\/i> and Wayang Kulit<\/i>.  <\/p>\n

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Entrance to Bali Agung…<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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With a show that involves 150 dancers, puppeteers, gamelan players and exotic animals, Bali Agung has entertained the visitors of Bali Safari & Marine Park for almost 3 years now. – See more at: http:\/\/www.marariversafarilodge.com\/news-events.php?action=detail&nid=22#sthash.dGm5bDqK.dpuf<\/div>\n<\/div>\n