Do you believe in the
saying “Life begins at 40”? This statement is probably applicable in other
aspects of life. But for adventure seekers, life is too short to wait until you
reach the age of 40 before you will enjoy what life has to offer. There are
numerous adventures in Indonesia that you should experience while you are
young. Besides, it might no longer be safe to go on Mount Agung trekking or shark diving when you are at this age.
During this time, you might just opt to stay home with your children and watch
television together.
So before you hit 40, be
sure to try the following activities to have something to look back and share
with your kids and grandchildren.
Trekking
This activity is ideal for
people who love to get close to nature and at the same time, enjoy outdoor
views. Often, trekking involves hours of walking and climbing under the
scorching heat of the sun or on a thick forest, and camping in designated sites
during the night. One of the famous trekking destinations is the Mount Rinjani,
also known as Gunung Rinjani, on the island of Lombok in Indonesia. It is the
second highest peak in Indonesia and a deeply sacred volcano to Hindus and the
Sasaks, who usually perform pilgrimages there. Thus, Rinjani trekking will surely become a memorable experience if you
do this adventure before you reach 40.
If you wish to trek the
popular summits, be sure to hire the best expedition team to ensure your safety
and comfort. Another summit you may try is the Mount Agung in Bali, which is
the highest point on the island.
Diving
Are you fond of water
activities? Diving will undoubtedly get you on your feet and let you book a
ticket to Manado in Indonesia. Manado diving is a favourite water adventure on this island due to the rich marine
life waiting to be discovered underneath the pristine and clear water
surrounding the island. Whether you are an experienced diver or a novice, there
are various exciting and fun water activities you can experience.
Few of the popular diving
destinations include North Sulawesi, Bunaken Marine Park, Bangka Island and
Lembeh Straits. With astounding reef beds and fascinating sea creatures, it is
unquestionable why Manado became a diver’s haven.
Surfing
Lombok is a sanctuary for
people who love the beach due to its exhilarating beach and beautiful
coastlines. However, it is little known that Lombok has likewise captured the
interest of surfers from different parts of the world. It is noted for its best
secret surf point called The Desert Point, which is situated in the South West
coast.
Surfers can expect huge
swells between 3-8 feet high, which will surely give you adrenaline rush. As
compared to surfing point in Kuta beach in Bali, Lombok offers less hassle
since it isn’t that much crowded.
People might say that age
is just a number; however, there are certain activities that may no longer be
feasible to perform when you hit 40, such as Rinjani trekking. There could be different reasons including change
of priority, health issue or financial matter. Thus, it is highly advisable to
enjoy life at young age and create loads of memories for you to cherish for the
rest of your life.
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