Virgin Beach is one of the most popular beach in Karangasem – East Coast of Bali. It has soft white sands and clear blue water. The entrance is IDR 10.000 per person (for foreign tourists, Aug 2020). The road to the beach is excellent, with lots of amazing views along the way!

There are many warungs and beach bars selling food and drinks along the beach. Sun loungers can be hired for an affordable price. Some restaurants offer body-massage that you can try if you want to.

The beach has intense waves, and rocks in the sand. You can swim here, however, no lifeguard on-duty so you must be very careful.

Read more...

Amed is located in East Coast of Bali, the beach itself is volcanic black sand with stones and pebbles on the shore. It is normally very clean and water warm. Amed has a laid-back vibe and you can sit and watch the seaside life of the Balinese fishers or salt-farmers in action. The main road is filled with amazing little warungs which are incredibly well priced. Further to oceans, there are several great spots for snorkelling, most of the hotels and local boats will gladly to bring you there. Dive centres are also scattered in many corners of Amed. Read more...

Petitenget Beach is located in Seminyak next to Batu Belig Beach. The beach can get a little dirty at times but many communities start doing a regular beach cleaning recently, so it only tends to be when the sea has been very rough. There is a wide expanse of white sand which makes for excellent beach walks or sunbathing. Sun loungers are available to hire and, along with the upscale hotels, there are lots of little restaurants on its edge to have a nice lunch and to be able to relax. The sea can get very rough so make sure to swim in the designated areas. There isn’t always a lifeguard on duty. Read more...

Sindhu Beach is located in Sanur, it is a really laid-back place with an authentic feel about it. The locals seem to enjoy their time there as well as tourists. There are tons of places to get food and drink and often very affordable. It is very flat for walking and the sea is very calm. Like many other beaches along Sanur, it has a beautiful view of sunrise. It is safe for swimming, even though not many people will do that as it is more like a place for sightseeing and fishing. Read more...

Pandawa Beach is one of the most popular beaches in South Bali, mostly among domestic travellers. It has proper access to get you to the beach. Normally is quite clean and has a line of restaurants and shops along the beach. There are umbrellas and seats on the beach which can be rented for an affordable price. The viewpoint from the top is very good. It’s not secluded and decently crowded. There are several watersports you can do such as kayak, banana boat, snorkeling and more. Read more...

Serangan was once an island that was only accessible by boat. This changed when a massive resort was planned for the area, and the surrounding reefs were ground up and made into a road connecting the island to the mainland. The resort project then fell through, and a garbage dump was built near the entrance instead. Luckily, after all of this destruction, the island became a wildlife sanctuary, in order to protect its large population of turtles. Today, visitors to Serangan must pass through security checkpoints to access its main beach, followed by a drive down a bumpy, deserted limestone road. The beach itself is white sand and coral, with a rock jetty at one end. Little beach warungs line the coast, serving food and drinks at basic tables and sun loungers. There are not many vendors here, but they can be aggressive. If you are not interested in buying anything, make that clear and don’t start up a long conversation. Massages are also available, with prices negotiable. The beach here is in a little bay, so swimming close to shore is very safe. Just be aware that where the sand ends, the ocean floor is a sharp reef with many sea urchins. The reef is very shallow and sticks out of the water at low tides. Serangan is most popular for surfing as there is a very consistent wave that can be easy to handle. When the wind is out of the west, surf schools tend to come here, making it rather crowded. Surfboard rentals are available for those who want to give it a go. Read more...

A low-key beach with fewer mobs although it is starting to become more popular due to the increasing number of casual watering holes and small restaurants– Pererenan is just a few hundred meters away from Echo Beach. It is mostly about surfers riding the waves. The sea is not really suitable for swimming but it is a nice place to just chill, drink some coconut water or perhaps a beer and enjoy the view. Pererenan is visited mostly by international tourists and expats. Despite the close distance from Seminyak, Pererenan holds a more Balinese rural feeling. Read more...

Known as one of the best surfing points in Bali with a stunning sunset to boot, the black sand Echo beach is about 30km northwest of Kuta. The Beach can be found at the end of Jalan Pantai Batu Mejan which used to be its first name before it was changed into the easier pronounced Echo Beach. It is a 45 minute drive from the International airport and is not only popular with surfers for its advances reef breaks but also for its sunsets which can be admired while chilling at one of the great seafood cafes. Intermediate surfers will find the waves challenging and families with children should know it is not suitable for easy swimming. Echo beach is an all day event for surfers, photographers and people who enjoy great seafood. Read more...

Double Six Beach, named after the 66 nightclub that used to stand on its shores, is one of Bali’s most popular beaches. Part of the busy Seminyak strip and located in front of a row of beachside restaurants and nightclubs, it is never quiet, with a constant stream of travelers, and something always going on, whether soccer, beach volleyball, concerts, drum circles, or outdoor club nights. During the day, families, surfers, and tourists of all shapes and sizes congregate to laze around, look at each other, drink beers, and play in the waves, but things get crazier around sunset when the action shifts to partying at the busy beach bars. The beach itself is pretty enough with dark golden sand but is not Bali’s most beautiful or peaceful. It is a good, cheerful place for surfing, jogging along the beach, or playing a game of beach tennis or soccer with the locals, but swimmers should be careful not to go too deep, as the ocean here sometimes has strong currents that can pull you out to sea quickly. Although there are almost always lifeguards here, they have many people to watch over. Other than the currents, a soft sand bottom means that this is not a particularly dangerous beach, but it also offers nothing in terms of snorkelling. Kids should not be unattended near the water but will enjoy playing in the shallow water at low tide. The best time to visit is the dry season, as changes in ocean currents can mean that during the wet season, the beach becomes rather polluted. Double Six Beach can easily be reached by motorcycle or car, and it is in the middle of Seminyak. Parking can be tricky and coming in or out after sunset may be challenging, especially with a car. This is a good place to go with a scooter, taxi or driver, and it can also easily be reached on foot from the surrounding areas. Read more...

This wonderful white sand, laidback beach is great for swimming and sunbathing. The beach is protected by a reef, keeping the green-blue water calm with very gentle waves. It is a 25-minute drive from Kuta or 10 minutes from the Nusa Dua enclave and passing by the golf course. The beach is popular with tourists and Bali expats. Surfers will need to take a short trip by boat to the reef before they can paddle up. Strong currents and powerful swells make consistent rides for adventurous souls. In the rainy season, the tide gets higher and folding for miles – suitable for pro surfers. Read more...