When visiting Bali, one of the activities that nature enthusiasts will enjoy is birdwatching. Being in a tropical climate, Bali is filled with hundreds of different exotic and beautifully colored species. When hiking or taking a walk you can expect to see the Bali Starling, Black Winged Starling, Java Kingfisher, and much more. Bali offers a number of guided nature tours that are perfect for the birdwatching novice or pro. These tours feature knowledgeable guides that can help you find and identify the rarest species.

In addition to the birds that can be viewed anywhere, Bali has several major parks that are home to hundreds of species. The Bali Bird Park is home to rare and exotic birds from all over the world. This nature themed park contains beautiful waterfalls, ponds, botanical gardens, and the rare Komodo Dragons. Bird lovers can expect to see all manner of colorful birds such as Indonesian Parrots, Hornbills, and Black Palm Cockatoos. The park features enormous aviaries for visitors to wander freely through on their own or with a guide.

Another good destination is the Bali Barat Nasional Park. This park has guided tours that can last anywhere from one to twelve hours. The tours are all preplanned and can be purchased at the park headquarters building. This scenic park covers a staggering 760 square kilometers.

For those who would rather spot their birds in a natural habitat, the area around Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan is the perfect location. This area in the central highlands remains natural and undamaged from human encroachment. One of the popular tours of this area is the Bali Bird Walk which is organized by th