Families coming to Bali with kids often look for handy activities for them, allowing mum and dad to enjoy their holiday too. Here are a couple of ideas.
• Waterbom Park:
Located on Jl. Kartika Plaza in Tuban, which is just south of the shopping area in Kuta Square. Waterbom Park has waterslides, kiddie area and something for all the family. According to the official website;
‘Exciting water slide slice through 3.8 hectares of landscaped tropical parks providing hours of fun and entertainment for the young and young at heart!. There are 101 ways to fill 24 hours each day with thrilling activities on land and in water. For relaxation, drift leisurely in a tube raft or go for a tranquil dip in inviting blue pools. A soothing massage or spa treatment is the ultimate way to unwind.
Set your own pace for a day of fun in the sun or relaxation in the shade. Perfect for the whole family or for that special getaway. With a choice of dining outlets and a swim-up bar for tropical drinks, Waterbom Bali is the one-stop leisure capital of Bali.
World-class slides and rides are built and maintained to strict international safety standards. Advanced salt chlorination technique is soft on the earth and your skin. A roving photographer will capture your fun on film so you can cherish the wonderful memories.’
Waterbom Park has some breathtaking rides, sure to take the edge off of hyperactive kids or a salty wife. The bar, cafe and food court are right there for when everybody needs a bit to eat.
Admission:
Adults US$ 21.00 nett
Child US$ 11.00 nett (ages 2- 12 y/o)
Family Pass US$ 58.00 nett (2 adult 2 child)
Operation Hours:
Daily from 9am – 6pm closed only on Hari Raya Nyepi
Waterbom Park
Jl. Kartika, PO Box 1055 Tuban
Kuta, Bali 80361, Indonesia
phone +62-361-755676
fax +62-361-758243
email [email protected]
21 Cineplex: DFS Galeria Kuta
Going to the movies is fun no matter how old you are, but for days in December, when its raining outside it could be the perfect solution fore the kids. The best cinema in Bali is 21 Cineplex, located in the DFS Galeria shopping area at the big roundabout in Kuta. Its in the same complex as Planet Hollywood, so just look out for the sign if you are arriving at the roundabout. Entry is via a driveway after you head towards Nusa Dua, 50 meters away from the roundabout.
Times of movies vary but there are 4 screenings, the first starting around 1.30pm, the second around 4pm, the third around 6pm and the final screening around 8.30pm. Check the website or call to make sure.
Admission:
25.000rp,- (Saturday / Sunday / holidays)
20.000rp – (Tuesday – Friday)
15.000rp – (Monday)
21 Cineplex
DFS Galeria
Jl. Simpang Siur
Kuta
(0361) 767 021
Paradiso Bowling & Billiard Center
This center located across the street from Kuta Paradiso hotel on Jl. Kartika Plaza offer 18 lanes of bowling, 38 pool tables and food / beverages. Popular with foreign and domestic tourists alike and another idea for a wet afternoon in Kuta.
Pool tables are 27,000rp per hour, snooker 36,000rp per hour.
Bowling is 27,000rp per game and 9,000rp for shoe rental.
Business Hours:
Monday – Thursday : 10.00 am – 02.00 am
Friday & Saturday : 10.00 am – 03.00 am
Paradiso Bowling & Biiliard Center
Jl. Kartika Plaza No. 8X
Kuta – Bali
Ph. (0361) 758880
