Mason Adventures Bali
Create long-lasting memories for you to look back on with your family. There is nothing more important than family, and this time we share some family-friendly facilities at select venues in Jakarta and Bali.
If you are looking for a one-stop shop when it comes to fun tropical activities and programmes for the whole family, then Mason Adventures Bali is the ultimate answer. The Mason empire started decades ago as a white-water rafting operator and elephant park, before developing into the range of exciting and educational entertainments we know and love today.
Of course, talking about Mason Adventures would not be complete without mentioning its Elephant Park and Lodge, scenically ensconced in the lush Taro village, just a little north of Ubud. The park is home to the 32 Sumatran elephants, and as the only animal welfare-accredited elephant park in Bali, Mason Elephant Park & Lodge makes sure that the elephants' wellbeing is a primary focus.
At the park, you and the children can partake in cool activities with the giant darlings, like bathing the elephants, for example. The park also has a museum, information centre and art gallery, where the whole family can learn more about the star species, in addition to the park's elephant education show.
Don't go home just yet, because we're getting to the lodge part of Mason Elephant Park & Lodge. Blending understated elegance with the verdant surroundings, the boutique hotel offers 27 rooms, each enhanced with a distinguished elephant touch that caters to all tastes. Perhaps the most popular feature is that each room has special access so that you can easily board your elephant, which is ready to take you on a jungle journey.
Next in line is Mason's white-water rafting programme, which will take you on an exhilarating and picturesque
expedition along the Ayung River in Ubud. The programme boasts Bali's longest white-water rafting trip, complete with modern safety equipment, gourmet buffet lunch, changing rooms, towels and hot showers, electronic security lockers, airconditioned hotel transfers, emergency Air Medivac just in case, and free Wi-fi.
If your family has the need for speed, check out Mason Adventures' jungle buggies offer. Roam the nearby jungle on Bali's first and only purpose- built ATV track. The jungle tour includes full safety equipment, three laps on the track each of up to 5km, a delicious lunch and more. The package also includes access to the Mason Gourmet Chocolate factory showroom, which brings us to the next delight.
Mason Gourmet Chocolate hosts the Bali Chocolate Tour & Tasting, welcoming everyone with a penchant for chocolate and sweet treats. The factory uses only the best hand-picked cocoa beans, sourced from throughout Indonesia. The youngsters will be delighted in taking a peek at the behind-the-scenes dynamics in the factory. Afterwards, you can also participate in the gourmet chocolate tasting.
Make some time to take up the Mason Sky Tours offer, as it takes you on a luxurious journey aboard a modern and sleek Eurocopter B2 helicopter, with full airconditioning and luxury leather seating for up to five passengers. The air journey will show you scenic corners of Bali, volcanos, and more exotic destinations around the island.
In addition to the aforementioned activities and experiences, Mason Adventures Bali offers challenging programmes like mountain cycling and tropical trekking, and indulgent experiences, like spa and wellness rituals.
Mason Adventures Bali
Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai, Pesanggaran Denpasar, Bali 80221, Indonesia
T: (+62) 361721480 E: info@masonadventures.com masonadventures.com
Laidback Jimbaran Bay, with its idyllic strip of golden sand and mellow waves, is one of Bali's most charming spots for a family holiday. Mere metres from the shore, Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran offers a choice of thoughtfully styled rooms, suites and sky villas in a five-star resort setting that art lovers will adore.
Paintings, sculptures and art installations add vim to the contemporary interiors, while outside, a saltwater lagoon pool and tropical gardens provide an enviable setting for lazy days in the sun. Dining options are plentiful with five eclectic venues on site, including Bamboo Chic, the resort's signature Pan-asian/balinese eatery; Smoquee Sky Bar, a panoramic rooftop bar serving freshly shaken cocktails; and WALA, a colourful café scooping up handcrafted gelato – a real highlight for the kids!
Keeping the younger members of the clan entertained shouldn't be a problem here, with hours of supervised fun courtesy of Le Méridien Family Kids Club. A mini foosball table, a library of children's books, an outdoor paddling pool, soft toys and video games galore await, and there's a regular schedule of Bali-themed activities to spark their curiosity, too. Kite decorating, mask making and fun Balinese language classes are just a few of the options. In addition, the resort's lifestyle programme is designed to encourage parent- child bonding time, and includes sunset yoga sessions, tie- dye craft workshops and fun family photo shoots in traditional Balinese ceremonial attire.
Venture out of the resort and you'll discover the tranquil bay of Jimbaran, famous for the rustic seafood barbecues that grill freshly caught fish platters every evening. A little further afield, a myriad of family-friendly adventures beckon, from close encounters with wildlife at Bali Safari and Marine Park, to eye- opening cultural spectacles like the clifftop kecak (fire dance) at Uluwatu Temple.
Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran
Jalan Bukit Permai, Jimbaran
Bali 80361, Indonesia
T: (+62) 3618466888 E: reservations.balijimbaran@lemeridien.com lemeridienbalijimbaran.com