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September, 2007:

Surfing Info In Bali

WHERE TO SURF ?
If you are beginner, the beach from Kuta to Seminyak is the best spot to try out surfing. Sandy bottom and easy waves make it suitable for learning. However be aware of strong rip currents when waves are big. Best to go surfing with experienced surfers or join the many surf school available along the beach. For intermediate surfer head to canggu, dream land or medewi. Other spot in bali are most suitable for experienced surfers. Among the world-class spots includes padang-padang, geger-reef and uluwatu.

SURF LESSONS,
Local beach boys offer surf lesson for as little as 10 U$ per hour. There are also many professional surf school offer comprehensive tuition ranging from US$ 30-45 for standard 2,5 hours lesson. This is include tuition, return tranfers, boards, sun-protection, shirts and insurance cover.

BOARD HIRE
To hire a board on the beach price range from Rp. 30.000 per hour to Rp 150.000 for the whole day. The longer you hire, the keener the price. Generally speaking, you will get better price going surf shops are dotted throughout KUta, Legian than hiring on the beach.
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Water Sports in Bali

WATER SKIING,
Beginners can practise water – skiing at the beach first, with the help of an Instructor. the most water ski operator offer introductory course. Powerful speed boats are used. Always wear a life jacket and ask the boat Driver to take you to an quite location for your safety and enjoyment.

PARASAILING,
An undemanding and danger free experience. Belted into the parachute you are pulled up by a speed-boat to a height around 40 metres. A pair of gloves is provided, red for your left hand and blue for your right. You steer and land the parasail by pulling with either you left or right hand as indicated by the ground staff will wave at you. Full briefing and instructions are given before you go up.

JETSKIING,
The most popular brands of jet ski used for this sport are yamaha and kawasaki, with powerful 500-650 cc engine. Instructions are provided by the operators rules of the area. Always wear a life jacket and stay away from reefs especially on the outgoing tide. Jet skis operate like motorbike, always check your surrounding first before making a turn. Stay clear of swimmer and find a quite area to jet ski as these can caused serious or even fatal injuries if misused. Remember, if you injure someone, or damage property you will fully liable to pay any costs.
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