Bali Barat National Park
The problem in the national park is accommodation-or lack of it: in fact, there is none. The best bet is Pondok Sari at pemuteran on the fringe of the park, about 30 km from Gilimanuk, or, if you are not too fussy, Nusantara II in Gilimanuk itself. The advantage of the latter is very pleasant walk along the bay to a wide expanse of grassland, where Chesnut-headed Bee-eater, Asian Pied and Black-winged Starlings, White-shouldered Triller and Striated Grassbird are all to be seen. Migrating Oriental Plover and Little Curlew can be spotted on the turf, while across the bay, up to nine Lesser Adjutants are usually visible evenly spaced along the beaches.
But first you must get a permit in order to prowl around. Go to the National park headquarters at Cekik, at he junction of the north and south coast-roads, or the office at Labuhan lalang, 8 km back along the northern road. Labuhan Lalang is the departure point for snorkeling and diving tours on the fantastic reef surrounding Menjangan island, which is also the best spot for beach Thick-knee and lemon-bellied White-eye.
To see the endangered Bali Starling, you will need the assistance of the wardens who will take you by boat to Teluk Telor ranger station on Prapat Agung Peninsula. An alternative is to walk-12 km in each direction-from the Prerelease Training Centre at Tegal Blunder, located 1 km down a track that leads off the main road at the village of Sumberklampok mid-way between Labuhan Lalang and the Park Headquarters. The Bali Starling is one of the world’s rarest birds, with only 35 or so left in the wild, and as the issue of its probable extinction is so sensitive, the situation changes all the time. However, if a visit is possible, Tegal Bunder, with its varied habitats of acacia forest, scrub, savannah and manrove swamp, yield species seldom seen elsewhere, nightjars, hornbills, malkohas, pitas, rollers and treeswift are all there, and look out especially for Black-thighed Falconet, Oranged-breasted Green Pigeon and Lineated Barbet, the whole place is seething with Green Junglefowl.
For a most rewarding foray, climb the steps to the Jayaprana temple at Teluk Terina, then descend to the stream-bed behind the compound. Follow the stream back to the road, cutting across the longer, almost parallel, reaches, Marvel at the wildlife in general large squirrel, barking deer, and huge, black silvered leaf monkeys or langurs. With luck you may catch up with owls-brown hawk, buffy fish and even Oriental Bay, which has recently been “rediscovered) here. Perhaps the greatest reward will be rufous-backed kingfisher. Look for Banded Pitta and Fulvous-chested Flycatcher in the scrubby forest near the road.
If you have decided to base yourself at Pondok Sari, a walk west along the beach (or on the track behind it) will take you to a rainwater catchment area that is teeming with birds. Both large-tailed and savanna Nighjars are readily flushed and the area is good for bee-eaters, trillers, drongos, woodswallows and starlings, too.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
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The North Coaast: Exotic Place For Balinese Birdwatching
The north Coast
Leaving bedugul there are two roads tto the north coast to choose from: either due north to Singaraja or along the scenic road that runs along the crater rim skirting lake Buyan and Tamblingan, with unforgettable late afternoon views across to the volcanoes of east Java, and thence down through clove plantations to Seririt.
If you opt for the former, beware that the descent dow from the northern slopes to Bali’s former capital town is precipitous, and may be irksome if you get stuck behind a tourist bus or benzene truck. However, Singaraja boasts some old colonial architecture and you may see Bugis schooners loading on the corner of Jl Erlangga near the seafront. From singaraja it is a hard 3-hr drive via Seririt through avenues of painted tamarind to the Bali Barat National Park. An option is to spend the night at one of the many hotels at Lovina beach, and take the magical, early morning outrigger ride to see dolphins, where there is a possibility of seeing terns and even the odd skua.
source: Birding Indonesia. periplus Publishing. Singapore
Leaving bedugul there are two roads tto the north coast to choose from: either due north to Singaraja or along the scenic road that runs along the crater rim skirting lake Buyan and Tamblingan, with unforgettable late afternoon views across to the volcanoes of east Java, and thence down through clove plantations to Seririt.
If you opt for the former, beware that the descent dow from the northern slopes to Bali’s former capital town is precipitous, and may be irksome if you get stuck behind a tourist bus or benzene truck. However, Singaraja boasts some old colonial architecture and you may see Bugis schooners loading on the corner of Jl Erlangga near the seafront. From singaraja it is a hard 3-hr drive via Seririt through avenues of painted tamarind to the Bali Barat National Park. An option is to spend the night at one of the many hotels at Lovina beach, and take the magical, early morning outrigger ride to see dolphins, where there is a possibility of seeing terns and even the odd skua.
source: Birding Indonesia. periplus Publishing. Singapore
Lake Bratan Environs
Once you have exhausted the gardens, the rest of the day can be devoted to exploring the ridge that rings Lake Bratan. Either drive to Hotel Bedugul or walk once more on the short trail from the Ashram. At the brow of the hill leading down to the lakeside and the water-sports centre, turn up the track by the guard post and drive to the end (not far) or, better, walk on the lakeside embankment and mount to the higher level on the obvious ramp. The original trail leads up from what looks like a new car past fields of cabbages, then forks left again at a lone, spiny coral-bean tree. Immediately you are back in babbler land and treeshrew territory. Watch out for the latter, which utter disconcertingly bird-like alarm calls.
The trail goes on and on, initially through scrub dominated by giant pandanus, then into everlasting moss forest, climbing gently to a marvelous look-out after about 3 km. a trail starting soon after the small temple enclave leads all the way to Pelaga and is well worth examining, but beware of leeches. Green and dark-acked imperial pigeons are plentiful here, the latter’s double note hoo-whoo being the commonest sound, and listen out for the ringing cries of both Lesser and Malaysian Cuckoo-shrikes. Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot is not uncommon but, like the barbets, is hard to see in the canopy. Siberian Thrush, a winter visitor, is quite easy to spot on the ground. And watch out for wren-babblers which are certainly here, but not yet positively identified.
There are some other good forest tracks: one leads from the rough road skirting the south side of lake Buyan, which has a barrier after about 3 km. even though it is some times open, it is better to park here and walk. Continue always bearing right and climb over the ridge to Lake Tamblingan: the lovely, primary montane jungle affords good views of most species already mentioned, plus Red Junglefowl and Chestnut-breasted Malkoha. Many Long-tailed Macaques and Barking Deer are also in evidence here. Another track worth exploring is the path that leads from the approach road to Bali Handara Golf Club, near the artificial ponds and adjacent to green 2. from a dry stream gully emerge on to the path adjacent to a large pipeline and look for thrushes and Sunda Bush-warbler skulking in dank thickets nearby. Lunch in the club is thoroughly recommended.
source: birding indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
The trail goes on and on, initially through scrub dominated by giant pandanus, then into everlasting moss forest, climbing gently to a marvelous look-out after about 3 km. a trail starting soon after the small temple enclave leads all the way to Pelaga and is well worth examining, but beware of leeches. Green and dark-acked imperial pigeons are plentiful here, the latter’s double note hoo-whoo being the commonest sound, and listen out for the ringing cries of both Lesser and Malaysian Cuckoo-shrikes. Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot is not uncommon but, like the barbets, is hard to see in the canopy. Siberian Thrush, a winter visitor, is quite easy to spot on the ground. And watch out for wren-babblers which are certainly here, but not yet positively identified.
There are some other good forest tracks: one leads from the rough road skirting the south side of lake Buyan, which has a barrier after about 3 km. even though it is some times open, it is better to park here and walk. Continue always bearing right and climb over the ridge to Lake Tamblingan: the lovely, primary montane jungle affords good views of most species already mentioned, plus Red Junglefowl and Chestnut-breasted Malkoha. Many Long-tailed Macaques and Barking Deer are also in evidence here. Another track worth exploring is the path that leads from the approach road to Bali Handara Golf Club, near the artificial ponds and adjacent to green 2. from a dry stream gully emerge on to the path adjacent to a large pipeline and look for thrushes and Sunda Bush-warbler skulking in dank thickets nearby. Lunch in the club is thoroughly recommended.
source: birding indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Bedugul-Mountain Birds and Cool Vistas
Winding up and over the pass, we reach the area known as Bedugul, and a few hundred metres beyond the summit is the colourful fruit and flower market at Candikuning. A little further down the hill, on the left just before the lakeside, is a sign announcing Lila Graha.
Make the most of the two hours’ or so daylight remaining with a short excursion to the lake. Opposite the lila Graha is the entrance to the Ashram Guest House. Cut through the Ashram’s garden to the Balinese gate and continue by the lakeside, where a wonderful array of painted lady butterflies sun themselves on the paved pathway. The trail leads up into the tall trees and comes out in the gardens of the hotel bedugul.
This little pocket of forest is full of birds, and is probably the best place anywhere to pick up the elusive lesser Shortwing, whose tantalisting crescendo is one of the most prevalent jungle sounds. At each bend in the trail, carefully check the way ahead. Here you will easily spot all three babblers-horsfield’s, the endemic Crescent-chested and Chesnut-backed Scimitar-babbler-and such little beauties as Yellow-bellied and Mountain Leaf-warblers, Mountain Tailorbird, Grey-headed Flycatcher, and all three White-eyes: Oriental, Mountain and Java Grey-throated, the latter very common.
Early next morning visit the Botanical gardens up the small road leading from the traffic island next to the market-place. Dawn is good for thrushes-Sunda and Orange-headed at the edge of the lawn, 200 m into the grounds, and scaly Thrush by the temple and Sulphur fissure at the topmost point. Loads of Grey-cheeked Green Pigeons and Short-tailed Starlings, as well as Ashy Drongo, Babblers, Honeyeaters and Common Golden Whistlers, will keep you busy until well into the morning.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Make the most of the two hours’ or so daylight remaining with a short excursion to the lake. Opposite the lila Graha is the entrance to the Ashram Guest House. Cut through the Ashram’s garden to the Balinese gate and continue by the lakeside, where a wonderful array of painted lady butterflies sun themselves on the paved pathway. The trail leads up into the tall trees and comes out in the gardens of the hotel bedugul.
This little pocket of forest is full of birds, and is probably the best place anywhere to pick up the elusive lesser Shortwing, whose tantalisting crescendo is one of the most prevalent jungle sounds. At each bend in the trail, carefully check the way ahead. Here you will easily spot all three babblers-horsfield’s, the endemic Crescent-chested and Chesnut-backed Scimitar-babbler-and such little beauties as Yellow-bellied and Mountain Leaf-warblers, Mountain Tailorbird, Grey-headed Flycatcher, and all three White-eyes: Oriental, Mountain and Java Grey-throated, the latter very common.
Early next morning visit the Botanical gardens up the small road leading from the traffic island next to the market-place. Dawn is good for thrushes-Sunda and Orange-headed at the edge of the lawn, 200 m into the grounds, and scaly Thrush by the temple and Sulphur fissure at the topmost point. Loads of Grey-cheeked Green Pigeons and Short-tailed Starlings, as well as Ashy Drongo, Babblers, Honeyeaters and Common Golden Whistlers, will keep you busy until well into the morning.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Taman Burung
The taman burung (bird park) is part of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII)(beautiful Indonesia in Miniature), a theme park featuring the varied cultural and artistic traditions of the country. The bird park design is based on Wallace’s line, and two massive domes house birds of east and west Indonesia. A great place to brush up your identification skills and to photograph birds.
Getting there
TMII is located 3-4 km south of Jakarta just off the Jagorawi toll road; take a taxi or a S15A angkot from Ragunan/Pasar Minggu (IDR 2,500)
General information
Open daily 8.00 am-05.00 pm, general admission IDR 5,000 and further IDR 5,000 to enter the bird park.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Getting there
TMII is located 3-4 km south of Jakarta just off the Jagorawi toll road; take a taxi or a S15A angkot from Ragunan/Pasar Minggu (IDR 2,500)
General information
Open daily 8.00 am-05.00 pm, general admission IDR 5,000 and further IDR 5,000 to enter the bird park.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Ragunan Zoo
Located in the south of the city just outside the outer ring road, this zoo houses 3,600 birds and animals. The grounds are quite leafy and good for wild birds. Red-breasted Parakeet and Orange-headed Thrush are regularly seen, and even Chestnut-winged Cuckoo has been recorded.
Getting there
By taxi about $2,50 from blok M. ask for kebun binatang ragunan
By bus Metro Mini S77 from blok M to kebun Binatang (IDR 2,500). From Pasar Minggu by Kopaja S68 (IDR 2,500).
General information
The zoo is open daily 8.00 am-6.00 pm, admission IDR 2,000. there are plenty food stalls and informal restaurants in the grounds.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Getting there
By taxi about $2,50 from blok M. ask for kebun binatang ragunan
By bus Metro Mini S77 from blok M to kebun Binatang (IDR 2,500). From Pasar Minggu by Kopaja S68 (IDR 2,500).
General information
The zoo is open daily 8.00 am-6.00 pm, admission IDR 2,000. there are plenty food stalls and informal restaurants in the grounds.
source: Birding Indonesia. Periplus Publishing. Singapore
Monas: Birdwatching In Central Megapolitan Jakarta
The focal point of the city, Monas square is home to the national monument, a 132-m obelisk with a small historical museum at its base. Garden birds such as Sooty-headed Bulbul, Bar-winged Prinia and Olive-backed Sunbird can be seen in the surrounding parkland, and impressive numbers of White-bellied Swiftlets coming in to roost circle round the monument at dusk.
Getting there
On foot Monas is in the city centre close to Gambir railway station; ask for directions.
By Bus PPD 70, PPD 12 or P1 from Blok M towards Kota. Get off at Monas.
General informationVery popular with Jakartans, so best avoided on Sundays and public holidays. Elevator to the top costs IDR 2,000; museum entrance IDR 500. open every day 8.00 am-5.00 pm
Getting there
On foot Monas is in the city centre close to Gambir railway station; ask for directions.
By Bus PPD 70, PPD 12 or P1 from Blok M towards Kota. Get off at Monas.
General informationVery popular with Jakartans, so best avoided on Sundays and public holidays. Elevator to the top costs IDR 2,000; museum entrance IDR 500. open every day 8.00 am-5.00 pm
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