West Bali National Park

🌍 Location: Northwest Bali, Jembrana & Buleleng Regency
📅 Best Time to Visit: April – October (Dry Season)
📸 Best For: Eco-Tourism, Wildlife Watching, Snorkeling, Trekking

🌴 Overview
West Bali National Park (Taman Nasional Bali Barat) is Bali’s largest protected nature reserve, covering 190 square kilometers of forests, mangroves, mountains, and coastal areas. It is home to rare wildlife, including the endangered Bali Starling, as well as beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and the famous Menjangan Island.

Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, the park offers trekking, birdwatching, snorkeling, and diving in one of Bali’s most untouched natural environments.

🌟 Highlights of West Bali National Park
✅ Menjangan Island – A world-class snorkeling and diving destination.
✅ Bali Starling Sanctuary – Home to the endangered Bali Starling bird.
✅ Mangrove Forests – Perfect for eco-tours and wildlife spotting.
✅ Trekking & Jungle Adventures – Explore rainforests, savannas, and volcanoes.
✅ Wildlife Encounters – Spot deer, macaques, wild boars, and exotic birds.
✅ Segara Giri Dharma Kencana Temple – A sacred temple overlooking the ocean.

🏞 Top Attractions in West Bali National Park
1. Menjangan Island 🏝
Located off the coast, this island is famous for its clear waters, coral reefs, and diverse marine life. It is one of Bali’s best snorkeling and diving spots, featuring colorful fish, sea turtles, and even reef sharks.

2. Bali Starling Sanctuary 🐦
The park is the only place in the world where the rare Bali Starling (Jalak Bali) lives in the wild. Conservation efforts have helped increase the population of this beautiful white bird with striking blue eyes.

3. Mangrove Forests & Coastal Wetlands 🌿
The park’s dense mangrove forests are home to mudskippers, crabs, and a variety of birds. Guided eco-tours allow visitors to explore these rich coastal ecosystems.

4. Trekking & Wildlife Watching 🌳
West Bali National Park offers jungle treks through rainforests, savannas, and volcanic hills. Wildlife sightings may include Javan Rusa deer, long-tailed macaques, wild boars, and exotic birds.

5. Segara Giri Dharma Kencana Temple 🏯
A beautiful sea temple on Menjangan Island, known for its huge white statue of Ganesha overlooking the ocean.

🎯 Why Visit West Bali National Park?
✔️ Experience Bali’s Untouched Nature – Explore forests, beaches, and mountains.
✔️ See Endangered Wildlife – Spot the rare Bali Starling and other animals.
✔️ Amazing Snorkeling & Diving – Menjangan Island offers one of Bali’s best underwater experiences.
✔️ Escape the Tourist Crowds – A peaceful and less-visited part of Bali.
✔️ Perfect for Eco-Tourism & Adventure – Trekking, birdwatching, and kayaking in nature.