Blue Lagoon is the number one attraction in Nusa Ceningan. The water is turquoise and milky blue. The way to get here is steep and precipitous but it is totally worth it. The sun is burning here so put extra sunblock. Most of visitors rent a motorcycle to go around but I do meet some people go around by walking as the island itself was walkable. The bush is another thing to go through. However, the current is too dangerous do cliff jump or swim, so it is more like a viewpoint. The best time to visit is during sunset hours between 5pm – 7pm.

 

 

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It is located near the main tourist attraction, Tanah Lot Temple. The black sand beach was clean, and the water was rather warm—lots of sand and huge waves. If you want to avoid the crowded beach, this beach is a good place. Several little cafe that serves a good Balinese coffee while enjoying the sunset. This beach is widely used for photographers and their subjects. The backdrop is insane, and the sunset views are stunning. It’s about a 30min drive from central Seminyak, and the roads are rough. A lot of rice paddies along the way, and it is a journey worth taking! The views you get will take your breath away. Horse riding and ATVs nearby are available to rent! Read more...

Pasut Beach is one of the ideal example of an exotic beach on a tropical island. Black sand with many coconut trees lining up on the seashore, everything just like a picture hanging on the wall. It will take an hour 30 minutes to reach this beautiful beach from Denpasar City Center. Located in Jalan Raya Pasut, Kerambitan – Tabanan this beach is still natural, not many visitors come here every day, only locals doing morning walk or kids playing football during sunset time. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax so this beach is the perfect choice for you. Some tourists come here for relaxing, sunbathing and sightseeing but some also love to swim. Read more...

This is the perfect beach for surfers and sunbathers who are looking for a complete break from the hustle and bustle of south Bali. Balian beach on the west coast of Bali is a 90 min drive from the airport and located right at the mouth of the Balian River. Be aware: the last 20 minutes of the trip will be on an almost invisible, winding road with potholes. Balian is a small village surrounded by rice fields. There were no visitors until surfers discovered the powerful swells and strong rip. It quickly developed into a popular spot for surf fanatics although there are a lot fewer surfers than in Kuta or the Bukit. The best time for surfing is in the dry season as the ocean gets murky on rainy days. There are several shops offering surfer gear for sale and rent. Another exciting popular activity in Balian is Kite Surfing which is spectacular in the windy month of August. Restaurants mostly offer affordable Indonesian food, and there are several hostels, small hotels and villas you can rent. For non-surfers, the black sand beach is the perfect place to sunbathe, read a book and nap without being hassled by people trying to sell you sarongs. Read more...

Kedungu Beach is one of the best black-sand beach in Tabanan. Even though it takes 45 minutes drive to reach into this beach from Denpasar, many people don’t mind going here. This beach is located in Belalang Village, Kediri – Tabanan. The parking lot and toilet are well-maintained, not so many visitors throughout the day so that we can enjoy the view for ourselves. On the west shore of the beach, you can also find a formation of huge rock where you can relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean. Visitors are allowed to swim and surf in this beach because the waves and tides are relatively friendly to all the visitors. Some surf schools can be found nearby. Read more...

Yeh Gangga Beach located in Sudimara District in Tabanan Regency, residents nearby usually come to this beach to enjoy the sunset view while having conversations with friends or family. From this beach, you can see a small temple located just a few meters away from the shoreline called Batu Bolong Temple, while on the southern side of the beach you will see the paddy fields are lining up beautifully. Before many beach bars pop-up the last few years, the beach was mostly used by local fishermen. Nice hard dark sand beach. Good for walks, biking, or motorized rides (ATV and motocross). This beach is an hour away from Denpasar, and also known as a surf spot because the wave in this beach is considered relatively big range from 4-8 feet. The sunset view is also beautiful from this beach. Read more...

Padang-Padang beach (also known as Labuan Sait) is one of the most beautiful white sandy beaches in Bali. The place is getting more and more famous. It’s a beautiful bay, with a few small warungs, where you can buy some drinks and snacks. It’s frequented by international and local tourists and also famous for a good wave just a bit off the beach. Many tours included this beach as the destination along with Uluwatu temple and Jimbaran seafood. Read more...

Nyang Nyang is one of Bali’s hardest to reach but most beautiful beaches. Visitors must either come through the Nyang Nyang hotel near the Uluwatu temple, which means staying there as a guest or at least buying something from the restaurant, or can head down a “road” that is full of rocks, tree roots, and holes, and which is covered in thick mud after rains. Off-road vehicles can make it, but most taxis and drivers will refuse to go down this path. After the journey, visitors will find themselves at the top of a sheer cliff overlooking the beach and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. From there, there are roughly 600 steps to go down, which are cut out of the rough cliff-side and pass through wild bushes and trees. Those who make it down will be greeted by a pristine white sand beach, edged by crystal clear blue waters that are teeming with marine life, and surrounded by green cliffs rising almost straight out of the water. Most of the visitors to this beach are surfers and their friends, as this is one of the only places in Bali that has waves all year round. The waves here are always much bigger than anywhere else, as there is nothing between this beach and the South Pole but empty ocean. While this can be a good place for snorkeling and diving, it is very dangerous for the inexperienced. Strong currents race out into the ocean, with no boats or other humans in sight. Thanks to the live reefs and many fish, it is also a place that is frequently visited by large sharks. It is best avoided at midday, when the sun directly overhead is blistering hot, so a morning or late afternoon visit is best. Make sure to head up the steps long before sunset, as there are no lights. Fitness enthusiasts, lovers of adventure, and surfers will be attracted to this beach. Others would do better to stay away, particularly families with young children. Read more...

Balangan was once almost impossible to access, and the only visitors were surfers, who would make their way down back roads and trek overland, or come by boat. Today, it is no longer a secret, with roads connecting the beach to busier areas that are kilometers away. However, visitors still have to find their way down winding back roads that run mostly through forests and scrub brush, and development here is very basic. The beach itself is one of Bali’s most picturesque and peaceful, presenting a true paradise for visitors.  The clean white sand of Balangan’s horseshoe-shaped bay is only interrupted by a few beachside huts, built mostly of wood and palm fronds, which act as basic restaurants and places to stay. Cars and motorcycles can only access the areas behind the beach, so the only traffic here is on foot. Balangan is popular with a combination of families, surfers, and trendy young people, who can be seen passing the day on beach loungers, playing in the sand, swimming in the clear ocean waters in front of the beach, or surfing the popular left-hand wave a bit farther out to sea.  The ocean bottom here is living reef, but closer to the shore, it flattens out into rock that sticks out of the water at low tide and is covered with beautiful emerald-colored seaweed. The ocean near the beach is not at all dangerous, but the bottom can be both sharp and slippery, so swimmers should watch where they put their feet. Snorkeling is not usually done here, but it could be, as the reef is always covered with tropical fish. Farther out to the ocean, there can be a strong current running parallel to the beach, and there are no lifeguards, so it is best to stay close to shore. The beach huts here serve decent and affordable food and plenty of cold drinks, making this a popular place to spend the whole day. Balangan is especially unforgettable at sunset.  Read more...

Legian Beach connects to Kuta Beach and is a long strip of soft brown sand that is mostly lined by hotels. It is a bit quieter than Kuta but is still a lively place that is popular with tourists of all ages. Legian Beach is a popular place to play soccer, beach tennis, or volleyball. At dawn and dusk, it is very popular with joggers. There are some excellent surf breaks here, which are slightly more challenging than those of Kuta. Read more...