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Bringing kids along on an exotic vacation can be challenging. Today, I’m sharing family activities in Bali. Bali is a province of Indonesia and the westernmost of the Lesser Sunda Islands. Luckily, Bali isn’t just an exotic island. I knew that it was the best choice for our first international family vacation because of its high standards for safety and adventure. My 14-year old soccer-loving son (Aaron) and his 11-year-old sister (Olivia) would agree. Check out my other travel tips before you leave.

Here are the top family activities in Bali:

Elephant Riding

First, Bali’s main asset lies in the island’s picturesque natural landscape. Gorgeous beaches are a plus too. We decided exploring nature by visiting one of the island’s top elephant safari parks. My kids love animals, so it wasn’t that hard of a choice. We headed to a nearby rainforest where we took our sweet time admiring the endangered Sumatran elephants. The massive exhibit of a mammoth skeleton in the park’s museum is breathtaking. To top it all off, we had a tasty dinner at the nearby lakeside restaurant. Afterward, we returned home with several bags of souvenirs.

White Water Rafting

Next, White Water Rafting is a fun activity for the entire family. However, I don’t recommend it for the squeamish. Olivia decided to stay on the sidelines on our first go-around. She relented after seeing Aaron having so much fun. Consult experts before booking a ride, not every place is suited for children. Kids 9 years old and above will love The Telaga Waja River. The Ayung River is slightly easier and is suitable for children as young as 5.

Waterparks

Bali has perfect spots for water fun. Therefore, one of the most popular is Waterbom. It’s a paradise of water slides that made me feel like a kid again. Aaron and Oliva were screaming their heads off with joy the entire time. Their water slides that made me feel like a kid again too.

I recommend paying a visit to Splash Waterpark if you have small children. It is smaller, which allows you to keep an eye on your kids across the whole park. It also makes the children safer in the water park and the experience less dangerous. Come fully equipped with swimsuits in tow.

Treetop adventures

So, after splashing around for some time we felt the need to cap off our vacation with a bang. We knew that Aaron was into sports and that Olivia would likely want to follow her brother’s lead. As a result, we headed to Treetop Adventure Park. It was filled with all sorts of circuits and courses, and old fashioned tree-climbing. It was just what the kids needed. Furthermore, your little ones will want to explore at length leaving you and your weary bones in the dust. Also, the zip line we boarded at the end of our trips still makes my head spin.

Last, the island is remarkably kid-friendly. My children were welcome in most places with open arms. Bali will always be at the top of my list for family vacation spots. Finally, I encourage anyone to try it out and see for themselves what all the fuss about.

Heather is a accounting professional turned SAHM of two and a Midwest housewife. Heather was born in England, but met the love of her life in Italy while studying abroad. In her free time she enjoys gardening, jeopardy, and planning family gatherings and vacations.