Padangbai (or Padang Bai) is better known for its main seaport in East Bali, where ferries and boats take travellers southeast bound to the neighbouring island of Lombok. However, this coastal village has much more to offer for day-trippers to Bali’s lesser-visited east, offering some cultural sites as well as great diving and snorkelling from … Continue reading PADANGBAI BEACH
Category: Beaches
SULUBAN BEACH
Suluban Beach is one of Bali’s most unique shores, concealed by natural limestone formations and accessed via steps and log ramps through narrow gaps in the rock. Shaded by a looming cliff face, this small beach may not be ideal for sunbathers, but pro surfers love it as a base to paddle out and ride … Continue reading SULUBAN BEACH
BALANGAN BEACH
Balangan Beach is one of Bali’s most scenic spots, featuring a gorgeous half-kilometre stretch of golden sand between vegetated limestone cliffs. Locally referred to as Pantai Balangan, there’s a reef just off the coast that creates one of the longest left-hander breaks on the island. This surfing paradise attracts wave riders from around the world, … Continue reading BALANGAN BEACH
MENJANGAN ISLAND
Menjangan Island is part of the West Bali National Park. You can cross over to this small island by boat from the port of Labuhan Lalang near Pemuteran Beach in North Bali. The island spans around 38 sq km, with savannahs housing the rare Javan rusa deer (Menjangan in Indonesian) and which gave the island … Continue reading MENJANGAN ISLAND
NUSA LEMBONGAN ISLAND
Nusa Lembongan is a small holiday island destination 20 km off the southeast coast of mainland Bali. You can reach it with a 45-minute boat ride from Sanur Beach or Benoa Harbour. It’s a lot quieter than the south of Bali, making it a great place to go for a quiet, relaxing break. Often referred … Continue reading NUSA LEMBONGAN ISLAND
KUTA BEACH
Kuta Beach is a 2.5-km stretch of cream-coloured sand, bordering Legian to the north and Tuban (home of the Ngurah Rai International Airport) to the south. This beach on Bali’s southwestern coast is one of the most popular resort areas in Bali. It’s even more recognised among international visitors than the island itself – thanks … Continue reading KUTA BEACH
SEMINYAK BEACH
Seminyak Beach is a world apart from its neighbouring beach resort areas – the likes of Kuta and Legian to its south – chiefly in the type of crowd it attracts. Bali first emerged as a tourist destination for vagabond surfers, attracted to these south-western shores by its dramatic waves, with Seminyak Beach offering its … Continue reading SEMINYAK BEACH
LEGIAN BEACH
The beach of Legian stretches 2 km, starting from the northernmost point of Kuta Beach. It’s quite challenging to define the borders of these beaches, since they offer similar activities like surfing, partying, and shopping. The beach scene is also similar to Kuta – you’ll see plenty of parasol-shaded sun loungers and beachfront kiosks selling … Continue reading LEGIAN BEACH
NUSA DUA BEACH
Nusa Dua is Bali’s ‘all-inclusive’ type of beach resort. It has an incredible collection of world-class, international-chain hotels facing a pristine beachfront. Thanks to the well-planned layout of the Nusa Dua tourism complex, you have an upmarket shopping complex, superb facilities and manicured gardens that seamlessly blend in with a luxurious 18-hole golf course – … Continue reading NUSA DUA BEACH
CANGGU BEACH
Canggu is a coastal village between Seminyak and Tanah Lot. The coastline has several black-sand beaches, almost all with surf breaks that are popular among local and international surfers. These include the beaches of Berawa that borders just north of Seminyak’s Batubelig Beach, Batu Bolong, Batu Mejan (Echo Beach), Pererenan, Seseh and Mengening. A must-see … Continue reading CANGGU BEACH
