Why Bali to Darwin Should Be Part of Your Asia/Australia Adventure
By Amelia Bristow
Last updated: 19th July 2024
Adventure travel is trending, and we are here to tell you to include Australia and Bali in those plans! So, you’ve set your mind to it, and travel plans are finally in action. Maybe you’re still unsure what route to take or destinations to include. By adding the route from Bali to Darwin to your travel plans, you’re sure to make all your mates jealous.
Why not go big this year and add Australia to the end of your travels and get a Working Holiday Visa? Finish the best of your Southeast Asia travels by chilling on a white sandy beach in Bali, gearing up for your next adventure backpacking around Australia. With only a short flight of 3 hours and 1760km between Bali and Darwin, it would be silly not to visit. These flights are frequent too, perfect for the flexibility of your travel adventures. Capture the sun all year round in Darwin and settle into your dreamy Aussie life in a unique city. Let’s explain why Bali and Australia will complete your epic travel plans!
Why Bali should be part of your Asia/Australia adventure
The paradise destination of Southeast Asia is Bali. You will know yourself from all the socials - from TikTok daily vlogs on paradise beaches to Instagram Reels showing dreamy aesthetics. Bali is undeniably irresistible when it comes to travel plans. Bali allows you to experience a unique culture filled with delicious food and breathtaking spots to explore. Adventure is endless here. For example, you can go island hopping, waterfall chasing, snorkelling, enjoying the nightlife, and so much more! If you feel tempted to include Bali in your travel adventure, check out our Bali trips to get you started. Bali is the best destination to finish your Southeast Asia travels, so let’s dive into the reasons why.
Island hopping
Bali offers so much more than just one destination to explore. Take a short ferry journey across the sea and arrive on the iconic Gilli Islands! Here, you can snorkel to the renowned statues on Gili Meno, party the night away on the beaches of Gili T and soak up the sun or do some yoga on the idyllic island of Gili Air. But your dream of island hopping in Indonesia doesn’t finish there as you cannot miss out on Penida Island. This island will tick off all the Instagram spots you’ve seen on Pinterest, like Kelingking Beach’s famous viewpoint.
To learn more about Bali’s islands and what islands will suit you, read our Island Hopping in Bali & Beyond article.
Iconic activities
As said before, your time in Bali will be well spent. There is an unlimited amount of activities for you to try and do as you travel around Bali. For example, you can partake in the water-purifying temple rituals in Ubud. Let your body cleanse during a spectacular purification ritual known as melukat. This day trip is part of our Uncover Bali group trip on day 8.
Enjoy other epic activities like exploring the marine life around stunning coral reefs, walking through the rice terraces or even trying out a class like cooking authentic Balinese food, yoga or silver making.
Paradise beaches
Bali is fantastic for keeping you busy, but after travelling to all those different destinations, relaxing on the beaches of paradise is what you need. Don’t overwhelm yourself with the need to see and do everything; just soak up the atmosphere and chill out.
Bali is known for its beautiful beaches, so why not kick back and sip on a fresh coconut? Watch the sunset over the blue ocean and take it in that you’re making your travel dreams come true!
Culture
Of course, the best part about travelling is exposing yourself to different cultures. Things you learn from other cultures can be life-changing and give you a larger perspective on the world. Bali is known for its stunning temples like Uluwatu Temple in the South, and Pura Besakih known as the holiest temple. Bali Hinduism influences their lifestyles and is fascinating to learn about and admire. Be as open as you can when travelling, and try new things! You won’t regret it.
Why the Northern Territory should be part of your Asia/Australia adventure
Australia is the ultimate Gen Z trending destination. You have all the fantastic cities to explore and the incredible wildlife to admire. Australia has so much to offer! With new visa changes, now is the best time to include Australia in your travel plans.
Darwin is the perfect gateway to your Aussie dream after travelling Southeast Asia. The flight is under 3 hours and can be as cheap as less than £200; it’s a backpacker’s dream. Kickstart your Aussie life off the beaten track in Darwin, surrounded by many of Australia’s stunning National Parks to explore. Darwin offers different markets to ponder, beautiful beaches to soak up the sun, plus much more. You can escape the winter weather here as it’s summer all year round! Who can say no to the sun, surfing, beaches and beautiful lifestyle in a unique city?
Enjoy the life of adventure in the Northern Territory as the breathtaking National Parks are just an arm’s reach away. There are so many outdoor activities to try here, so starting your Aussie travels in Darwin will be far from boring. Take a trip and tour around these incredible parks on our Northern Territory Road Trip group trip. Spend five days exploring the areas by hiking to waterfalls or watching the sunset at Ubirr viewpoint and immersing yourself in the Aboriginal culture.
Working Holiday Visa
Get your Australian Working Holiday Visa and start backpacking to all your dream destinations here. If you don’t want to go home, you can easily apply for a second-year visa too! Applying for a second-year visa has been made simpler as there are no requirements to have done work. Check out our How to: 2nd Year Australian Working Holiday Visa for more information! The new visa changes make settling into that dreamy Aussie life for a year or two easier after an astonishing time travelling elsewhere.
Diverse experiences
Australia is full of jaw-dropping landscapes, offering different experiences of this destination. You have iconic landmarks across Australia, like the breathtaking beauty of Uluru, the Great Barrier Reef, the Blue Mountains, and Kakadu National Park. Then, of course, there is the stunning Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, and trust us, the list continues even more! Each place offers different experiences as you learn about the cultures and history.
These diverse experiences even offer travellers to try out new activities like snorkelling around vibrant coral reefs or immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture on the Northern Territory Road Trip group trip.
Australia also allows you to see unique wildlife! What can be more tempting to include Australia in your travel plans when you can see kangaroos, koalas, dolphins, and so much more?
There are enough reasons why Bali and Australia should be part of your next travel adventure. If you’re still eager to add both to the list, the best route would be to fly from Bali to Darwin to give you the ultimate experience. Go big on your next travel adventure! See Bali and Australia and tick off the best bucket list destinations… you know you want to.
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