Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Tourists Surprised by Rare Moment of Whale Appearing in Lovina, Bali






Imelda R

Lovina Beach is located on the north coast of Bali, Indonesia. This beach is famous for its dolphin-watching tours. Tourists can watch dolphins jumping in the middle of the sea from a rented boat.

However, it wasn't just dolphins that were seen a tour guide and a group of tourists were surprised by a rare moment.

In a video uploaded on Friday, 5th April 2025, to social media, a boat carrying tour guides and tourists in Bali recorded the sight of whales in the waters of Lovina, Buleleng, Bali.

In the video circulating, a giant whale is seen surfacing in the middle of the ocean, not far from the tour boat carrying a group of tourists.

The phenomenon of whales appearing in Lovina's waters is quite rare.

Usually, these waters are better known as habitats for dolphins, which often appear in the morning.

The video, uploaded to the TikTok account @gordobalitours, was titled "What a lucky day for us in Lovina during swimming with dolphins activities, this beautiful big mammal just showing up."

The video was accompanied by comments such as, "Is that a humpback whale?" and "Lovina's new attraction - 'Whale Tour'

The appearance of whales in Lovina is quite rare, making this moment truly special!

Recommended Whale Watching Sites in Indonesia



In Indonesia, there are several places to see whales. If you want to see them, here are some recommended locations:

Cenderawasih Bay, Whale Shark Playground, Papua

This location is in Cenderawasih Bay, more specifically in the waters of Kwatisore, Nabire, Papua Province. The whales here appear in large numbers, and divers can swim with them.

Wakatobi Sea

Wakatobi National Park is known as an underwater paradise. Besides the beauty of the coral reefs and other marine life, these waters host herds of whales that make Wakatobi waters their playground.

Kalimantan Waters

Here, you can swim with whale sharks, particularly in the waters of Talisayan, Berau Regency, East Kalimantan. Whale sharks are large fish known for being docile.

Bali

One of the beaches in Bali, on the edge of North Bali, is Lovina Beach, which has several unique features not found on other beaches in Bali. On this beach, tourists can see both whales and dolphins swimming freely in the coastal waters.

According to Goodstats.id, among the many countries in the world, Indonesia is one of the special ones because it is a habitat for these rare marine mammals. Konservasi Indonesia (KI) recorded the presence of 472 whale sharks in five different locations across Indonesia.

This number is a starting point for KI to strengthen conservation efforts and develop sustainable ecotourism, while involving the community in preserving this iconic species.

   


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This Weeks Bali News

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 Bali reveals seven banned acts in crackdown on tourists doing the wrong things


Bogans behaving badly in Bali have been put on notice with the Governor of the Indonesian holiday island declaring a police crackdown on international visitors doing the wrong thing.

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Bali’s Wild West Can Offer Tourists Crowd-Free Vacations Right Now


As Bali is in the midst of the low season, aside from this week’s flurry of tourists for the Lebaran holiday, the island’s westernmost regency is almost crowd-free.

For tourists looking for an authentic Bali experience without the crowds and with great affordability, Buleleng Regency is the place to be.

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 Budget Airline permanently cancels all flights between Perth and Bali


A budget airline has been blasted for leaving customers in the dark after announcing it would no longer operate flights between Perth and Bali.

Citilink Airline has permanently cancelled all flights between the two cities for the remainder of 2025, extending an earlier suspension which was set to end on May 1.

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Bali Government Confirms Plan To Clean Up All Trash By 2027


Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has set out new commitments to tackle the island’s waste management issues.

Bali’s issues with trash and plastic pollution are no secret, and as the provincial government set out on a new chapter, they are near that change is coming. 

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New Bali Rules Require All Accommodations To Report Tourists To Immigration


The Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration has launched a new reporting service for all accommodation providers in the country, including in Bali.

The system is known as the Foreigner Supervision Application (APOA) and is designed to ‘optimize the surveillance’ of foreigners in the country. 

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  Indonesia's Economy 2025


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 Soaring Prices and Fewer Travelers Impact Eid al-Fitr Celebrations in Indonesia: What you need to know



Indonesia’s Eid al-Fitr holiday, marking the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, has been notably subdued this year, with soaring prices for food, clothing, and essential goods dampening the festive mood. This decline in consumer spending has been attributed to the ongoing economic strain, which has led to fewer travelers and lower cash circulation compared to the previous year.

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Saudia launches direct flights to Bali


RIYADH: Saudia has launched a scheduled service to Bali with three weekly flights from Jeddah, marking the airline’s second regular destination in Indonesia after Jakarta.

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 LOVE Island star Amy Day has revealed she has a new boyfriend and has quit the UK for Bali.


The reality star, who appeared on the ITV2 dating series in 2022, has finally found love after a rocky time in the villa.

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Good News For Tourists As Breathtaking Bali Island Is Surprisingly Quiet Right Now


Bali’s most famous outlying island is best known for breathtaking beaches, including Kelingking Beach and Diamond Beach, but in the last two months, fewer people have explored the island paradise.

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Australia-Bali Flight Services Resume After Volcanic Eruption Cancellations


Normal flight services have resumed at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport after six flights were delayed and seven more flights were canceled on Friday, 21st March 2025, due to the eruptions of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on the island of Flores in East Nusa Tenggara.

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Foreigners Surprised to Receive Free Meal Service While Travelling on a Bus in Indonesia


Meal service on buses in Indonesia is a common facility provided to passengers during their journey. Typically, the cost of the meal is included in the ticket price, allowing passengers to enjoy a meal at a designated restaurant stop without needing to make an additional payment.

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 Mike Tyson Explores Bali, Meditates, and Prepares to Open a Cafe In Bali


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Ogoh-Ogoh Festival in Bali 2025: A Cultural Parade of Art and Tradition


The Ogoh-Ogoh Festival in Bali is a lively and vibrant tradition that marks the island's spiritual preparations for Nyepi, the Day of Silence. In 2025, the Ogoh-Ogoh parade and competition took place in Badung Regency, attracting hundreds of locals and tourists alike.

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Bali Governor Issues Policy Updates Impacting International Tourists


Bali’s Governor, Wayan Koster, has signed off on policy changes and updates that will affect all international tourists from now on.

As Governor Koster starts his second term in office, he and his teams are eager to introduce legislation that will help improve the quality of the tourism sector across the island.

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 Bali Plans To Bring An End To Illegal Tourist Accommodation


Leaders in Bali are speaking out about the impact that illegally operating tourist accommodation is having on the island.

From the potential dangers to tourists to the impact on the environment and the lasting effects on the local economy and communities, one Bali-based academic says enough is enough.
  
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More Australia-Bali Flights To Be Added To Ngurah Rai Airport Schedule



New flight services have been added to the schedule at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport.

The new service will connect even more Australian tourists and holidaymakers with Bali, with more than 60 flights between the two destinations every day.

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Indonesian Immigration Office Confirms Closures Will Affect Bali Tourists


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Road Closures Will Affect Tourists In Bali This Week


As the island prepares for Nyepi, and as Indonesia prepares for the Eid al-Fitr festivities, there will be plenty more cars on the roads and new traffic systems in place to help keep everyone moving safely and easily.

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Tourist visa applications for summer 2025 travel surge by 68 %


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