I enjoyed a fabulous morning at the Bali Zoo and my driver suggested that I also check out the Bali Safari Marine Park. The Safari Park is quite different from the zoo. The setting is similar to booking a safari experience where an open air tram transports visitors through nearly 100 acres of animals in their “natural” habitat.
Here is a photographic account of my experience at Bali’s Animal Safari Park.
Since I had arrived later in the afternoon, I did not want to miss the opportunity to take the tram , so I decided that this would be my starting point. There were tigers, lions, rhinos and all sorts of exotic animals along the open environment. We witnessed a beautiful Blackbuck Antelope, one of the fastest antelopes in the world.
I would have been sad to have missed the hippo, who just happened to appear out of nowhere from the waters below.
A giraffe was slowly making its way to meet up with a tower of giraffes close by
I could have reached out of the tram to touch the zebra. Look at the beautiful design of his coat! Did you know that their dark stripes are actually brown? 
The rhinoceros could not have been more friendly. As we were passing by, he began walking towards the tram….or maybe he was ready to charge….
One of my favorite exhibits was that of the white tiger. Magnificent!
Across from the white tigers was a lion cub. We were also allowed to pet this beautiful animal and have our photo taken with him! Check out those paws!
A cheetah taking a nap in one of the trees
The white tiger after feeding time. We were separated only by a piece of glass and had a fabulous view!
Do you enjoy animal adventure, encounters and zoos? i would love to hear about your favorite experience, so leave a message below in the comments section! Happy Travels!
What to See and What to Do:
Bali Safari & Marine Park
Jalan Bypass Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra Km.
19,8 Kec. Gianyar, Bali 80551, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 950 000
- Admission Fee: Rates range from 720,000 Rupiah (IDR) to 2,140,200 Rupiah (IDR) per person ($39 US to $145 US, at the time of my visit) depending on the number of activities purchased. The Bali Night Experience package is offered for visitors who want to tour the park after hours.
- Hours: Open daily from 9AM to 9PM.
- Amenities: Safari Journey, Aquarium, Animal Show, Harimau Show, Elephant Show, Bali Agung Show, Waterpark, Afternoon Tea, Restaurants, Welcome Drink, Elephant Ride, Photo Pictures, Souvenirs
- Scenic View: Spectacular opportunity to see local animals to Asia
- Length of Time to Visit: More than 3 hours
- Tips for Your Visit: Wear appropriate shoes for walking. Compared to other attractions in Bali, this may seem expensive to some. The park is about an hour and a half drive from Kuta.
Please make sure to check the website for hours and updated pricing.
Where to Stay:
Kuta Puri Bungalows
Jalan Pantai Kuta
Poppies Lane 1
Kuta, Bali 80361 Indonesia
Telephone: +62 361 751903
Where to Eat:
Tsavo Lion Restaurant
Bali Safari Marine Park
Tsavo Lion Restaurant: An African-themed restaurant at the park, the venue allows visitors to experience a close encounter with the lions in the park.
Uma Restaurant: Buffet style restaurant with a unique ethnic theme offering Asian and local specialties.
Antico Caffe del Teatro di Marcelo
Via del Teatro de Marcelo, 42 00186
Rome, Italy
Telephone: +39 06 678 5451
I ordered a margarita panini and it was fabulous! Check out their facebook page!
What to Eat:
- Babi Guling: Suckling pig, which is similar to BBQ pork in the US.
- Bakso Soup: Indonesian soup made with meatballs, noodles, spices, vegetables and broth
- Gado-Gado: A cold salad of vegetables served with a peanut sauce
- Nasi Goreng: Fried noodles with lots of vegetables and a choice of meat, topped with peanuts and an egg.
- Pisang Goreng: Fried Bananas, served with palm sugar, honey, flaked coconut or ice cream
- Sate Ayam: Chicken on a stick usually served with a peanut sauce
- Spring Rolls: Crispy pastry filled with minced meat and mixed vegetables and then fried, usually served with a chili sauce
What to Read:
- Balilicious, by Becky Wicks
- Eat, Pray, Love, by Elizabeth Gilbert
- A House in Bali, by Colin McPhee
- Love and Death in Bali, by Vicky Baum
- Snowing in Bali, by Kathryn Bonella
- Under the Volcano: A story of Bali, by Cameron Forbes
Photo Guide for South Bali:
- The Edge Hotel in Uluwatu, Bali is amazing for spectacular cliff views.
- Rock Bar Bali is the perfect location to watch the sunset over Uluwatu
- Ulu Cliff House is a beach club located in Uluwatu that provides incredible views of the coastline
- OMNIA Bali’s infinity pool
- Gili Trawangan Swings at Ombak Sunset
- The Ayana Pool at Ayana Resort
- Sea Circus in Seminyak for breakfast
- La Brisa Bali located in Canggu is the popular location to watch the sunset
- Tegenungan Waterfall in Ubud
- Tegalalang Rice Fields for the gorgeous scenery and the Love Bali sign
- Thomas Beach Uluwatu
- Bingin Beach Uluwatu
- Motel Mexicola for its colorful exterior
- Bambu Indah Hotel in gorgeous Ubud
- The Monkey Forest in Ubud
- Hidden Hills Villas
- Nusa Penida for the cliffside views
- La Laguna Bali in Canggu
- Mt. Batur for its sunrise (north Bali)
- Crate Cafe at Canggu