A long stretch of coast stretching from Cucik Village, Amed consists of the seven villages Aas, Banyuning, Selang, Lipah, Bunutan, Jemeluk and Amed. With a slow pace of life the destination abounds in coastal beauty, making for an ideal place for a leisurely holiday.
The latest tourist development to be created in Bali, Amed is also noted for being one of Bali’s best sites for scuba diving as it is home to a diverse marine life. Snorkelers have plenty of sites to explore including a small wooden wreck found in Lipah Beach, whilst Bunutan beach and Jemeluk with its beautiful coral formations is also ideal for this activity. Jemeluk Bay is known to offer some great diving opportunities whilst further east at Bunutan and Selang are some excellent drift dives, which are more suitable for more experienced divers.
In addition to snorkelling and diving, travellers can also relax on the shore taking in the captivating scenery. The dive industry all along the coast continues to thrive and the local inhabitants make their living from salt-making, fishing and tourism.
Lying on the north-eastern tip of Bali, Amed is home to some picturesque bays such as Lipah and Jemeluk although the entire stretch of coastline is an attraction in its own right. It is also renowned as a favourite honeymoon destination. Sightseeing travellers can visit such places as Besakih; Bali’s most sacred temple and the water palace at Tirta Gangga. Trekkers will be pleased to hear that Mount Agung with its many ideal sites for this kind of outdoor activity is also within easy reach of Amed.
Visit the unique Shell Museum and the Mini Zoo in Selang, home to a wide variety of birds such as hornbill, lory and cockatoo as well as reptiles and mammals such as porcupine, palm civet and slow lori. Ranking among the finest hotels in Candidasa, Alila Manggis Bali is an elegant rest offering spacious accommodation coupled with excellent service. Drawing inspiration from unique traditional designs, it is a top choice in luxury accommodation Bali has to offer and is suited for a family getaway or a couple’s retreat.
