In the Balinese language there is no separate word for art as it is considered as much a part of life as breathing, sleeping, eating.
Every Balinese expresses some form of art whether making small palm baskets for daily offerings or creating masterpieces in wood, metal, paint, or stone.
As lush and diverse as the jungles art of every conceivable kind is found throughout Bali.
One of the first things that strikes visitors on their arrival to Bali is the enormous wealth of creativity here. Endless ideas and variations on themes bubble up through the minds of the Balinese like an ever flowing artesian well. These ideas are skillfully turned into jewelry, furniture, paintings, handicrafts, sculptures, glass and metalwork and much more. These creations flow out around the world like the rings on a pool when a stone is dropped in it.
To discover the diversity of Bali would take years, perhaps a lifetime, and yet each item, large or small, simple or complex, useful or whimsical is an expression of the endless creative spirit of Bali.
Optional Programs & Activities Bali is an adventurers paradise. On your free days you can choose from a wide variety of structured and unstructured activities or just enjoy a quiet walk, a book, or relaxing spa activities. For those who are looking for a rewarding workout try a dawn climb up a volcano. River rafting provides a perspective of Bali not available any other way. Here are some of the possibilities that you may choose from.