Amed and Lipah Bay

You'll find Bali's SOUL in Amed.  A peaceful, inspiring  group of villages framing this Indonesian island's CORAL COAST.  More laid back than the tourist meccas of South Bali,  you won't find hi-rise mega resorts or giant night clubs......BUT if you require a little "action". . . .there's plenty for the restless. 

If you didn't know it already, East Bali (encompassing Amed and Tulamben), has some of the most lush, diverse, and pristine coral reefs on the planet.  Local diving in Amed is a magnificent escape, and a journey of discovery for all diving levels.  Knowledgeable dive guides (a must in this region) and highly rated dive shops are plentiful in the area.  Staying at Villa Candi Matahari. we will be diving at one of recommend reputable dive shops nearby.  We have arrangements for pick up at the villa.

A diving trip to East Bali is not complete without a day trip to descend on the sunken splender of the USS LIBERTY. . .a world class dive site for certain, and only a 30 minute drive.  A "must see" for most on Bali, so ask your local dive guide when the best time is to avoid the crowds.

Beginners and Snorkelers don't worry we got you covered as many of Amed's reefs are just below the surface!

Tirtagangga, meaning holy water of the Ganges in Balinese, is one of the world's romantic gardens. Gushing springs flowing from beneath an ancient Banyan tree and holy temple fill the myriad of reflecting and swimming pools that grace the Water Palace.

The prominent 11 tiered lotus fountain has become the symbol for Tirtagangga since its creation by the late Raja of Karangasem in 1948. After a tour of the Versaille Palace in France, the Raja was inspired to create his second Water Palace in the mountains overlooking his kingdom. The waters of the holy spring have been praised by island healers for their healing and youth giving powers. Thus the Raja named them after the holy river Ganges in India which is famous for these qualities. It is said that if one bathes in the waters of Tirtagangga on the full moon you will be blessed with lasting youth and your illnesses will be healed. Tirtagangga is the "Fountain of Youth" of Bali.

Less than a 30 minute side trip from Amed.  Bring a swim suit, and a camera. . . . . as you may feel the need for some "healing", and you'll want before and after pictures!

We believe Bali's most stunning vistas are RIGHT HERE, in Karangasem, particularly in the Amed region.  After all, we didn't build Villa Candi Matahari here on accident. 

Lovely mountains are right behind, and ALL AROUND you.  You've heard this a lot, but your staff can be a great source of hiking routes, and can provide you with a local guide if you desire to challenge yourself a bit more.