West Bali National Park is a conservation area that coversland and sea areas. Located on the northwestern tip of Bali, this park is veryclose to Java, only separated by a small strait.
West Bali National Park covers around 190 square kilometersof area, with 158 km2 on land, and the rest in the sea. Here are interestingfacts about West Bali National Park.
Unique ecosystem
Overall, the west Bali National Park is divided into twoecosystems; terrestrial ecosystems and marine ecosystems. Terrestrialecosystems include lowland rainforests, savannahs, coastal forests, seasonalforests, mangrove forests, and tropical rainforest rivers. Meanwhile, themarine ecosystem consists of shallow sea waters, deep sea waters, seagrassbeds, Coral Reef, and sandy beaches.
You can also find many types of rare animals in thisNational Park. Various protected animals such as banteng (bull), lutungs, deer,and various types of birds. You can also find some endemic tanaman in this park.Overall, there are 176 protected tanaman and fauna species in this park.
Bali Myna Conservation in Teluk Brumbun
Bali Myna, sometimes also known as Bali Starling is a white, medium-sized chirping bird, and can only be found naturally in the western part of Bali. The population decreases sharply so that the government had to protect them.
A conservation resort was built in Brumbun Bay (Teluk Brumbun) which is still part of West Bali National Park. This resort aims to help conserve and breed Bali starlings before they are then released into the wild.
Menjangan Island
If you are in West Bali National Park, you may have to stop by Menjangan Island, especially if you like diving and snorkeling. Menjangan Island’s underwater life is legendary and is one of the most popular underwater tourist destinations in Indonesia.
You can see the healthy Coral Reef, colorful fish species, and breathtaking views of the beach and sea. You can even dive at night on this island.
Teluk Terima Temple
This temple is located in the West Bali National Park area,and has a legend that is very well known throughout Indonesia; the legends ofJayaprana and Layonsari. This temple is quite popular among Hindu, either fromBali and from Java. Many believers come to this temple to pray for a lifepartner, success in business or ask for an offspring.
Karang Sewu Beach
If you visit West Bali National Park, you should take thetime to stop by Karang Sewu Beach. The beach has pleasant views of the bay andsmall Savanna. The waters on this beach are quite calm so you can swim withoutany fear of being swept by the ferocious waves. This beach somehow feels like alake because you can see green hills around the waters.
West Bali National Park can be a fun educational destinationfor a family trip. Besides helping nature conservation efforts, you can alsoenjoy the beauty of pristine forests and the sea.