Bali calm sea. The best beaches in Bali for swimming and surfing. All information and reviews of tourists

There are dozens of beaches in Bali. The most popular are located at the southern tip and the Bukit Peninsula. There is Beautiful places on the eastern and northern coasts. All beaches are very different, they differ from each other in the color of the sand, the height of the waves, and the development of infrastructure.

Below is a list of attractions where you can get acquainted with the beaches of the island in detail. Follow one of the links to read about each specific location. And on this page I will tell you about the general features of the Balinese beaches.

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Dreamland Beach in Bali is located in the southern part of the island - on the west coast of the Bukit Peninsula. The beach is covered with golden light sand, its length is about 500 m. High waves made the beach one of the best surf spots of the island, but for swimming it is better to look for another place.

Balangan beach (Pantai Balang an) is located on the Bukit Peninsula, in South Kuta - not far from the village of the same name. It is 25 kilometers from Denpasar. Balangan Beach is considered one of the best places for surfing due to high waves. In addition, this is one of the most picturesque coasts of the island.

Padang Padang Beach is located in the southwest of the Bukit Peninsula, in the village of Ungasan (Unggasan Villag e), Pecatu district. It is 28 kilometers from Denpasar. It is surrounded by limestone cliffs in which a cave has been carved into which leads down to the coast. This is one of the few beaches in the southern part of the island where you can swim, it is also suitable for surfing.

Lembeng Beach is located in the south of Bali, not far from Sanur and a few kilometers from Denpasar. It is covered with black sand, a palm grove grows nearby, in contrast to the blue water, this creates an excellent panorama. People come to the beach to watch the sunset, take a walk or have a picnic. There are high waves, so the place is well suited for surfing.

One of the most popular places for tourists in the northern part of Bali is Lovina beach (Lovina beac h). It is located in the province of Buleleng, 9 km from Singaraja. The sand here is black, of volcanic origin, the waves are small. The place is suitable for swimming, diving, snorkeling, fishing, quiet family vacation.

Legian is a small village 7 kilometers southwest of Denpasar. Like most resort areas, until the middle of the last century, it was an ordinary fishing village, until tourists were attracted by its coast. Today, on the entire island of Bali, Legian Beach is considered one of the best. And now I'll tell you why.

Whi te Sand beach (White Sand Beach), or Virgi n Beach (Virgin Beach) in Bali is located near Chandidasa, between the villages of Bugbug (Bug bug) and Perasi (Perasi). This is one of the few places in the east of the island where the coast is covered with white sand. Low waves allow you to swim and snorkel. There are few people here, since the beach is far from popular tourist routes.

Keramas beach (Keramas beach, or pantai Keramas) is located in the southeast of Bali, not far from Sanur, in the Gianyar regency, Sukawati district. It is considered one of the best for surfing. The infrastructure is well developed here: there is a bar, a club with a restaurant, several hotels and even a dolphinarium. Rural landscapes surround the beach.

Nusa Dua is a fashionable resort and beach in Bali. It is located in the southeastern part of the Bukit peninsula, along the coast of the same name, 10 km from the Bali airport Ngurah Rai. This resort has everything: clean sandy beaches, cozy gazebos, a protected area, luxury hotels, and secluded villas.

Jimbaran (Djimbaran, Jimbaran) is a resort in the southwest of the Bukit Peninsula in Bali (Indonesia). It is located in the Jimbaran Bay (Teluk Jimbaran, Jimbaran Bay) and is considered a popular destination among travelers due to its successful geographic location and well developed infrastructure. In addition to natural beauties, the widest selection of seafood and dishes from them is considered a feature of the resort, as this place is the center of fishing in Bali.

General description of the beaches

According to the laws of Indonesia, the beaches in Bali cannot be redeemed as private property, because most of them are public. Only a few prestigious first-line hotels have protected coastal zones where outsiders are not allowed. On the island you can find both crowded and secluded beaches. There are also long sandy strips stretching for several kilometers, and very tiny stretches of the coast, where you can go only at low tide. Some beaches are popular with locals, while others are visited mainly by tourists.

To choose the perfect beach for your vacation, you need to know the following:

• What is its appearance
• What is it suitable for

Now let's deal with each of these points.

What do Bali beaches look like?

You can find very different coastlines on the island. I would suggest visiting several beaches to better understand the variety of the island.

But when choosing a specific place to stay, you should pay attention to the following points:

• sand color
• wave height
• Cleanliness
• Infrastructure

So, here are the main differences between the beaches, in terms of their appearance.

Sand

The beaches of the island do not always correspond to the tourist's ideas of a tropical paradise. The sand here is of different colors:

• White
• yellow or golden
• Grey
• Black

There are two active volcanoes on the island. The ash that is formed during their eruption ends up on the beaches. The east coast is closest to the volcanoes, so the sand is black here. In the north, it has a more gray tint. In general, in Bali, white sand beaches can only be found on the Bukit Peninsula and small islands located nearby (Nusa Penida, Lembongan, Gili). On the south coast - in Kuta and Seminyak - the sand is yellow-gray. In Sanur and Nusa Dua - white and golden, but it is not natural, but imported.

The structure of the sand is also different. Black volcanic - mostly small, sticks to a wet body and hands. Although there are beaches with rather coarse black sand, resembling very small pebbles. White sand on Bukit is both large and small. Gray is made up of different factions. In addition to sandy beaches, there are rocky ones on the east coast of the island. They are covered with black cobblestones of various sizes.

Waves

It is not for nothing that the island is called a mecca for surfers. Due to the special structure of the bottom and coral reefs near the coast, rather high waves form on the local coasts.

They are divided into three types:

1. Closeouts (close-out) - closed waves, suitable for riding in foam, quite dangerous when their height reaches two meters or more
2. Gentle waves (Spilling waves) - characteristic of the coast with a slight slope of the bottom, do not form pipes, suitable for beginner surfers
3. Plunging waves - fast waves that break into a tube, suitable for advanced and professional surfers

The height and type of the wave depend on the tides and the direction of the wind. In the southwestern part of the island, the waves are higher during the dry season, as southeasterly winds blow here at this time. On the opposite coast, the ocean is more agitated during the rainy season, due to southwesterly winds. High waves are more typical for the southern tip of the island. The best in this sense are the beaches of the Bukit Peninsula, Kuta and Seminyak.

However, you can find calm places with small waves. Most of them are located in the north of the island, near the resort of Lovina. There is good places on the east and southeast coast - first of all, this is the resort of Sanur. There are low waves on some beaches of the Bukit Peninsula - Padang Padang, Jimbar en, Nusa Dua.

Purity

Interestingly, you can find completely opposite reviews about the same beach. Some visitors write that it is almost perfectly clean, others talk about terrible dirt. In fact, it all depends on the location, infrastructure and season.

Conventionally, I would divide the beaches by cleanliness into several categories:

• The protected beaches near the hotels are the cleanest. Garbage is removed from the coast several times a day.
• Public beaches with well-developed infrastructure are quite clean. Garbage is removed in the morning and evening.
• Public beaches with poor infrastructure - cleanliness depends on the time of day and season. There is less garbage in the morning than in the evening, it is very dirty during the rainy season.
• Wild secluded beaches - there are both clean and dirty - it all depends on the place and season. But on such coasts, garbage left by tourists is less common. Most of the time it's just algae.

It is important to note that during the peak of the rainy season (from late January to early March), almost all beaches are dirty. The sea brings a lot of garbage, and even the prestigious resorts do not have time to clean the coast. Of course, tourists who visited one of the beaches at this time will not leave the best reviews about it.

There is one more nuance - according to the local religion, the ocean is considered a sacred place. People come here to make offerings to the gods. Fishermen without this rite do not go to sea. On many beaches you can see small altars where the locals bring their ritual gifts in the form of wreaths of flowers, herbs, twigs and fruits. Especially a lot of offerings are brought to the Balinese New Year when religious ceremonies are traditionally held by the sea. Over time, the wreaths dry up, are carried by the wind, float away to the sea, but then come back.

But the remains of ritual offerings cannot be compared with what vacationers leave on the shore. Bottles, bags, plastic utensils - all this at high tide is again on the coast. Some beaches are equipped with concrete piers. Garbage, adjoining these piers, lingers for a long time, making it difficult to swim.

Infrastructure

The infrastructure of the beaches on the island is very different. In the protected areas near the hotels, the principle of "all inclusive" applies, here you can find any services. Many public beaches with fully or partially developed infrastructure. There are also completely wild places where there is nothing but sea and sand.

According to the development of infrastructure, the beaches are conditionally divided into the following types:

• Well developed infrastructure
  On such beaches, you can rent sun loungers, umbrellas, surfboards, equipment for diving, snorkeling and other types of recreation. It offers a lot of interesting entertainment - beach volleyball, banana rides, jet skis and much more. The infrastructure also includes lifeguard stations, showers, and toilets. There are cafes and restaurants near the coast or on the beach itself. All places of this type are paid, prices fluctuate widely. Protected beaches near hotels, where outsiders are not allowed, can be attributed to a separate category.
  The beaches with the best infrastructure are located in the resorts of Kuta, Seminyak, Nusa Dua and Sanur. In the east and north of the island, similar places can only be found near hotels.

• Medium infrastructure
  These beaches provide many of the services listed above. But there may be no lifeguard station, sun lounger rentals and recreation equipment, sometimes there is no shower or toilet. Cafes are represented by a small bar counter, a shop with local dishes or fast food.
  Beaches with medium infrastructure can be found anywhere on the island. Most of them are in the east and north (in Lovina), there are such places on the Bukit peninsula, the islands of Lembongan and Nusa Penida

• Wild beaches where there is no infrastructure at all
  There are a lot of wild or secret beaches in Bali. They are located on the east coast as well as on the Bukit Peninsula. There are several secluded spots on Gili, Lembongan and Nusa Penida. Tourists do not know about some of them at all.

What types of recreation are local beaches suitable for?

In fact, you can do anything here. Bali beaches are suitable for swimming, surfing, diving and snorkeling, various kinds sports, and just for walking along the coast.

Here are the main types of recreation:

• Surfing and its varieties (windsurfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing, kitesurfing)
  The best places for surfing are the south coast of the island, including the Bukit peninsula. At the same time, I recommend going to the southwestern beaches during the dry season, and to the southeastern ones during the rainy season. It has to do with the direction of the wind.
  Kitesurfing (boarding behind a boat) and windsurfing (boarding with a sail) are more developed in the north, in Sanur, Tanjung Benoa and Nusa Dua. The waves here are small, therefore they are suitable for this type of beach entertainment.
• Diving and snorkeling
  The best beaches for scuba diving are located in the north (kurort Lovina) and east of the island (Amed, Candidasa, Tulamben). There are great places on the nearby islands.
• Swimming
  Not all beaches are suitable for swimming due to high waves or rocky bottom. You can swim in some places on the Bukit Peninsula, on the Gili Islands. The most popular resorts in this regard are Sanur, Nusa Dua and Lovina.
• Sports beach activities (volleyball, jet ski, flyboard ding, etc.)
  The main centers of sports entertainment are the beaches of Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua and Sanur. They have small waves and well-developed infrastructure. There are also many beach activities in Kuta, Seminyak.

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There are no perfect beaches in Bali. Finding a clean place with white sand where you can swim, surf, dive and have a delicious meal in a good restaurant at the same time is almost impossible. For example, if you want to ride a board on the waves, then you should not count on being able to swim there. When looking for a secluded place, then most likely it will be without infrastructure and not very clean. I would advise you to choose a beach for relaxation, based on your desires and preferences. Determine for yourself 1-2 main criteria by which you will look for a beach. When you find several options, you can pay attention to other characteristics that are less important to you. If you follow this principle, there is a chance to find the best beach for yourself.

Bali is famous for its beaches, there are several dozen of them. However, not all can be considered for swimming. Most of beaches are in demand among surfers and are absolutely not suitable for water procedures. Therefore, especially for you, I have made a selection of the best beaches on the island, which are relatively calm. There are favorable conditions for recreation even with small children.

This is one of the most famous beaches in the southern part of the resort. It combines unique nature, warm ocean water and magnificent hotels. Thousands of tourists from all over the world come here every year. The name of the beach is translated as "two islands". Near it are the islands of Peninsula and Nusa Dharma.

Tourism on the beach began to develop only in the 70s of the last century. It was possible to implement this venture through the joint efforts of the local population and foreign investors. The resort began to develop rapidly, the desert territories turned into closed areas of the beach, near which they began to build luxury hotels and shopping and entertainment centers.

Nusa Dua Beach is 3 kilometers long. It is famous for its clean yellow sand and gently sloping ocean entrance. The tourist infrastructure is well developed here, and the water in the ocean pleases with an azure color. Near the coast there is a coral reef, which serves as a barrier from strong waves.

Within the beach there are excellent conditions for families with children. Hotel staff regularly monitor the order on the coastline, a sufficient number of sunbeds and umbrellas are installed. In the central part of the beach there are many themed restaurants where you can taste real culinary masterpieces. national cuisine. However, the prices are a little high.

Some of the best hotels to stay include:

Geger beach

The beach is located on the Bukit Peninsula. Near the coast there is a coral reef that acts as a breakwater. It protects the coast from strong winds, which allows even small children to swim in the ocean. Waves sometimes happen, but they gently roll on the coast and do not bring any discomfort to vacationers.

The entrance to the water is gentle. The sand on the beach is light, consists of large grains of sand. The bottom near the shore is also sandy, there are no stones and shells. The high transparency of the water and the rich underwater world allow you to surf and explore the local beauty.

There are no large crowds of people on Geger, unlike Nusa Dua. The beach infrastructure is well developed. Along the coast there are umbrellas and sun loungers, which can be rented for an additional fee.

Due to the fact that a fishing village is located nearby, boats and ships are often seen on the horizon. Also among the disadvantages a large number of algae carried out of the ocean. Especially their number increases in the rainy season.

Most of the hotels are concentrated on the first coastline. The best include:

nikko beach

The beach is located on the Bukit Peninsula, a few steps from Geger and Nusa Dua. This is a classic beach in the southern part of Bali. The coastal line is covered with snow-white sand, and the purest water creates the most favorable conditions for water procedures. To get to the shore, you need to go along a small cliff, at the top of which there is a parking lot.

Nikko Beach pleases with its picturesque landscapes. From the shore you can admire the views of the volcano, the main beauty of which opens in the morning. Often on the beach, newlyweds arrange wedding photo shoots. The coastline is famous for its cleanliness, there are two piers.

The waves near the shore are almost imperceptible, besides, the ebbs and flows are imperceptible on Nikko. Locals advise swimming during high water. There may be undercurrents further from the coast, so leaving your children unattended is not recommended. There are no hotels on the beach a good option can be booked at nearby Nusa Dua. Among them:

Padang Padang Beach

Another beach where you can safely go to relax with children of any age. It is famous for its safe swimming conditions and well-developed infrastructure. The entrance to the ocean is gentle, there are no sharp jumps and drops, which provides peace of mind for parents and opportunities for swimming for children.

The beach became especially popular after the famous film “Eat. Pray. Love”, since it was here that several beautiful episodes from the film were filmed. In this regard, every guest of the island tries to visit the coast.

The beach is also attractive for surfers. Both beginners and experienced athletes come here. Padang Padang hosts the Rip Curl Padang Padang surfing competition every year.

To get to the shore, you need to go through a picturesque gorge. The coast consists of light sand, the water in the ocean is azure, the entrance to the water is smooth and calm. Waves are observed only in July, but they do not reach the shore.

The beach is small, so sometimes you get the impression that it is crowded. There are no sun loungers, only umbrellas are installed on the shore, which can be rented for 100 thousand rupees per day. Therefore, to sit on the sand, do not forget to grab a mat or towel. Entrance to the beach is paid, the cost is 10,000 rupees per person.

Personally, I really liked the beach, despite the large number of tourists and paid entrance. It has become my favorite place to beach holiday.

Pandawa beach

This is one of the youngest beaches; it has been open for tourists for only a few years. It is surrounded on all sides by a canyon, inside of which a road has been cut to the coast. The coast can be reached both by car and by bike. At the entrances there is an observation platform, which offers a breathtaking view of the entire Pandava beach.

The coastal strip is formed by light yellowish sand. There are not many plants, and those that are are concentrated in oases.

The water here is clean, has a turquoise hue. The bottom is clearly visible even at depth, which creates favorable conditions for snorkeling. Along the coast, the bottom is covered with coarse sand, a little further there are small stones, algae and corals. The ebbs and flows are strongly felt here. At high tide, the water can rise up to 1.5 meters.

The infrastructure is well developed. Umbrellas and sun loungers are installed (if you wish, you can always stay right on the sand), there are bio-toilets and showers. A little further from the coast there are cafes offering both national and European cuisine.

There are no hotels on the beach itself, they are located 15-20 minutes drive from the coast. Among them:

Sanur beach

The beach is located southeast of Denpasar, has a length of 5 kilometers. It is quite quiet, due to which pensioners and couples with children come here. It was from here that the development of the tourism industry in Bali as a whole began.

Not far from the coast there is a coral reef and several breakwaters. Due to this, a water area is created, reliably protected from strong waves. Sand along the shore of artificial origin. It was specially brought here for tourism purposes.

The entrance to the ocean is gentle, the ebbs and flows are felt here. The water is light green in color, a little further from the shore there are algae in it. Therefore, it is not very comfortable for an adult to swim.

On the territory of Sanur there are no hotels with private beaches, they are all public. The infrastructure is represented by sun loungers, umbrellas, toilets, changing rooms and showers. There are many restaurants and cafes along the coast. The number of visitors increases in the late afternoon, when tourists come here to enjoy a romantic dinner.

Among the popular hotels are the following:

• The Alantara Sanur;

Bias Tugal Beach

You can often hear that the beach is called secret. It got its name due to the fact that it is surrounded by rocks on all sides. If you look from above, you have a view of the harbor and rocks, and if you don’t know that there is a coastal strip, then it will not be difficult to drive through the beach.

There is incredibly beautiful nature here. Tropical vegetation reveals itself in all its glory against the backdrop of the turquoise ocean. Due to the fact that transport cannot drive up to the very shore, silence and tranquility reign here. The infrastructure on the beach is poorly developed. For vacationers, a small shed is installed, there are several cafes with light snacks and soft drinks, as well as a toilet. But you have to pay 5,000 rupees for it.

Mostly the ocean on the beach is calm and you can swim safely. But sometimes big waves rise, water floods almost the entire beach area and it becomes difficult to swim, sunbathe.

There are no hotels on the beach, the nearest ones are located 15-20 minutes walk from it:

• Villa Manouria-Marcel;
• Villa SuariI;

We met with you the best beaches for swimming in Bali. Most of them have a well-developed infrastructure and attract travelers of all ages.

The island of Bali in the minds of our travelers seems to be a kind of paradise where you can get away from the vain world and experience tropical happiness. This is true, but in order to fully enjoy your vacation, you need to carefully choose the right resort.

We will talk about the most popular beaches in Bali, explore the northern and southern coasts of the island and try to understand where to stay and where not to. In addition, you will find the top 3 most beautiful beaches on the island. Let's go!

The best places to swim in Bali - where to look

Bali is a stunning island, but there is no need to have any special illusions about this place. Get ready for the fact that the landscapes "from the postcard" will not match what you saw in reality. Many are disappointed in Bali, calling it a noisy, dirty and boring island, but this is only part of the truth. It’s just that people who went on vacation chose a “not their own” resort. To prevent this from happening to you, read our article.

Swimming in Bali depends on the tide schedule.

Most of Bali's beaches are either for surfing or swimming. Combining these activities is problematic, since surfers need a high wave, and ordinary tourists need a gentle and safe descent. You will have to understand the following things:

1. Almost all beaches are municipal (free admission, no order).
2. Every year the coast gets dirtier.
3. You will constantly encounter locals.

And where, then, are the best beaches for swimming, you ask? They are. You just have to search hard.

South coast resorts

Bali is washed by the rough waters of the Indian Ocean, so the rest will depend on the tide schedule. There is also a significant difference between north and south, which we will now tell.

The southern tip of Bali is replete with golden and white sandbars. It is worth paying attention to the following resorts:

• Bukit Peninsula (elite beaches of Balangan, Padang-Padang, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Dreamland);
• southeast (Padang Bai, Sanur);
• southwest (Canggu, Legian, Kuta).

Holiday conditions on the elite Bukit depend on the season. During the summer, the locals clean everything up in preparation for the influx of tourists, while during the winter, you'll encounter algae and debris.

For guaranteed enjoyment of the calm waters surrounding Bukit, head to Nusa Dua, where Geger Beach lies, which you will learn about later.

North Bali

This part of the island consists entirely of volcanic beaches. There is no white sand here, but the water is distinguished by an increased “level of calmness”. The reason is simple - the north of the island is not washed by the ocean, but by the waters of the Bali Sea.

The nature here is beautiful, and most of the resorts are concentrated near Buleleng. The most popular here are coastal villages with adjacent beach strips. Here they are:

• Anturan;
• Tukad Mungga;
• Temukus;
• Kalibukbuk.

The listed beaches merged into a single resort, called Lovina. The infrastructure here is not prohibitive, but everything you need is there. The main advantage of Lovina is the small influx of travelers during the summer months.

The northeast is famous for snorkeling and diving. Local beaches are covered with black volcanic sand, but there are many diving centers.

West and East

You will not see beautiful sunsets in the east, and the beaches here are tiny, not crowded. The sand is excellent. There are many suitable places for diving (Pasir Putih Beach, Padangbai Beach).

There are fewer resorts in the west. Connoisseurs of the unknown flock here, chasing bright adventures. Rocks and rocky beaches - this is what western landscapes look like. lovers good bathing there is nothing to do here.

Popular beaches of Bali on the map

You already know that the bathing regime will coincide with the tide schedule. We have marked on the map the main resorts of Bali. Be sure to check the local tide schedule before planning your trip.

Top 5 Swimming Spots in Bali

Summarizing the knowledge gained from the previous section of the article, let's try to identify five key places for swimming. The list will look like this:

There are more beaches for surfers than for swimmers.

Three of the most beautiful beaches on the island

Everyone who comes to Bali thinks over his route in advance so that the chosen beach or part of the island is suitable for the preferred type of vacation. For example, surfers will choose Jimbaran or Padang-Padang. Beaches in Bali without waves (Geger, Nikko) are suitable for family swimming and sunbathing.

In Bali, good places are located on the Bukit Peninsula. There is not only a suitable terrain, but also clean, sparsely populated beaches. The southern part of the island is popular for its white sand and azure water. Other parts of the resort also have calm beaches without significant waves.

Geger

Geger is one of the calmest beaches in Bukit. There are practically no waves here due to the coral reef that separates the coast from the ocean. suitable for children with parents as the water gets hotter than other beaches. The infrastructure is well developed here, there is a cafe, sun loungers, a hotel is located nearby, and you can also sunbathe topless. All these factors are a good bid for the title. best place in Bali for a relaxing holiday without waves.

Nikko

Nikko is a quiet, uncrowded beach. Not only are there no high waves here, but the tides are practically not felt. The coastline is quite long, in some places there are dangerous currents. The coast is perfect for those who like to take pictures - a volcano can be seen in the distance, and a dried tree lies on the sand, which attracts locals and tourists with its view. Turquoise water, which is periodically cleaned by beach workers, is ideal for bathing children and adults.

Padang-Padang

A small Padang-Padang has recently been a kind of "secret corner" of the locals. He gained popularity after filming the movie "Eat, Pray, Love" here. The main advantage of the beach is the almost complete absence of waves, surfers can only be found at a distance from the coast. During the high season, thanks to the calm waters, there are a lot of tourists here.

The infrastructure of Padang-Padang is poorly developed - on the shore there are only a couple of tents with food and bathing accessories, there is only rent of umbrellas without sunbeds. If you wish, you can leave the crowded part of the coast and retire to the rocks.

Pandava

- a great place where you can swim and relax with the whole family. Clear water and a safe bottom attract tourists who want to swim in the calm ocean without strong waves. Surfers will have to sail far from the coast to catch the pipe. The infrastructure is well developed - along the coast there is a whole strip of cafes and shops. On the shore you can rent a kayak - here they are in abundance. Fans of wandering will be able to appreciate the local caves, as well as take pictures in the original gazebo on the shore.

Nusa Dua

The Nusa Dua area, located on Bukit, is a whole network of beaches that can be accessed both by ordinary tourists and exclusively by guests of a particular hotel. There is a huge selection of 5-star hotels, infrastructure is developed. Tourists have the opportunity not only to swim in a relatively calm ocean without waves, but also to choose one of the many types offered. water sports- surfing, diving, windsurfing.

The beaches belonging to the hotels are always clean and well-groomed, ennobled. The general beach is more polluted, but the entrance to it is open to everyone. Tourists can visit shopping center Galleria, free transport runs from Nusa Dua to it.

Tanjung Benoa

Kosa Tanjung Benoa is a pleasant place for a family holiday. There are mid-range hotels here. The beaches are clean and wide, without waves. In shallow water during such periods, you can safely play funny Games with children, these places are protected from boats by buoys. A shore without low tides can be found in the lagoons that form behind the breakwaters.

In the northern part of the coast, tourists can easily find water activities to their taste, such as snorkeling or an underwater scooter. At the hotel, everyone can enjoy the cuisine of the restaurant or relax in the beach club.

Bali is a paradise island, which is part of the Lesser Sunda Islands, owned by the state of Indonesia. His southern part washes Indian Ocean, and the northern Bali Sea, located directly in the Pacific Ocean. This beautiful place is famous for its indescribable beauty of nature with its exotic jungles, rice fields, mountain lakes, waterfalls, volcanoes and, of course, the ocean. The best beaches in Bali attract thousands of tourists from all over the world all year round. Strong wind and big waves have become the hallmark of this island, it is for them that a huge number of surfers from all over the globe come to Bali. But to find wonderful quiet places in Bali without waves for a relaxing beach holiday is also possible. In our article, we tried to rank the best beaches on this island by conditionally making the top 10.

Be prepared for the fact that in Bali the beaches are very often dirty after a storm and low tides of the ocean. The water can wash a lot of debris and algae ashore. But this does not always happen, and when you arrive at the same place the next day, you can find perfectly clear water and a clean shore. You should not draw conclusions about the beach if you are suddenly unlucky with the weather.

10. Jimbaran beach

In general, the best beaches in Bali for swimming without strong waves are located on the southern and southeastern parts of the island. Our list opens with a place called Jimbaran, which is located in a small village of the same name south of the city of Kuta. There are no problems with parking here, so you can safely go by rented transport. The infrastructure in this place is developed at a very good level. There are many hotels, shops, cafes and restaurants. The beach itself is a rather long shore covered with light sand, the entrance here is gentle, which is undoubtedly suitable for a beach holiday for couples with children.

There's nothing special here during the day Sandy shore and the ocean, but at sunset this place is enveloped in an extraordinary atmosphere. The sound of the waves, the fresh breeze and the sky, painted in incredible colors by the sun leaving the horizon. Local restaurants bring tables to the beach and serve great grilled dishes. We highly recommend spending at least one evening of your holiday here.

9. Kuta / Kuta beach

The town of Kuta, along with its beach of the same name, is located like many resort areas in the southern part of the island. It will not be difficult to get here directly from the airport. In the city itself there is a huge number of hotels, restaurants, bars and all kinds of entertainment venues. The sandy beach on the coast of Kuta is very long and quite wide. It is always crowded here, but due to its size, there is no feeling of overcrowding here, there is enough space for everyone.

The waves here are not too big, if you want to learn how to surf, then this place is definitely for you. On the shore there are many instructors and board rentals. Along the embankment thick green trees grow in a strip, in the shade of which it is very good to hide from the hot sun. And in the evening, having enjoyed a lot of beach holidays, it is very pleasant to sit in one of the coastal restaurants and watch the sun slowly sinking into the ocean with a glass.

8. Nusa Dua beach

If you look at the map, then in the east of the Bukit Peninsula there is a beach area called Nusa Dua. There are many luxurious hotels and restaurants here, and the place itself is considered a premium class. Entry to the territory of this coast is paid, as is the rental of sunbeds on the shore. The beach itself is covered with soft light-colored sand, the ocean is relatively calm here, high waves are extremely rare.

If we consider the beaches of Bali for swimming with children, then this place is definitely worth paying attention to. Along the coast there is a long path along which you can ride a bike or run. Beautiful trees grow near the water, in the shade of which you can hide from the scorching sun or just take great photos.

7. Keramas beach

In the southeast of the island, not far from Sanur, in a village called Keramas, there is a beach of the same name. You can get here by rented transport or taxi. The beach itself is a fairly wide strip covered with black volcanic sand. If you are a fan of surfing, then not visiting this place would be a real crime. Many call it the best beach in Bali for surfing. Every year, competitions of the world tour of professionals of this water sport are held here.

The infrastructure of the coast is developed at a fairly good level, there is everything you need: a restaurant, bars, rental of surfboards and several hotels. There is even a dolphinarium nearby, where you can not only admire these marine life, but also swim with them in the same pool.

If you want to go surfing, then we recommend renting a hotel room here for a day - the most a big wave early morning or late evening.

6. Seminyak Beach (Double Six beach)

In the southern part of the island near the city of Kuta and approximately 25 minutes drive from Ngurah Rai Airport, there is a premium resort area called Seminyak, with beautiful sandy beaches, luxury hotels and expensive restaurants. Seminyak hosts fashion shows, charity events and noisy parties. Beach holidays at this place can be perfectly combined with fun parties. The coast itself is a well-equipped wide coastline covered with sand.

AT The waves here are perfect for surfing. Despite the fact that the local ocean is not very suitable for a beach holiday with small children, many couples come here because there are many children's centers with swimming pools and playgrounds nearby.

5. Gunung Payung beach

Our top of the best beaches for swimming in Bali continues with a place called Gunung Payung, located in the southernmost part of the island. You can get to it by rented car or bike. From the parking lot to the coast, between thickets of bushes and trees, there is a path with steps, along which you will need to go down. Along the way, you can watch the local monkeys jumping from branch to branch right along the trail. The beach itself is a sandy strip located under a cliff covered with greenery.

It should be noted right away that the beach is sparsely populated and secluded. There are no sun loungers and no infrastructure whatsoever. Only you, nature and the ocean, in which you can comfortably swim, because there are never strong waves here, the neighboring reefs do not allow them to reach the shore. Ocean of amazing turquoise color definitely will not leave anyone indifferent. If you are interested in Bali's white sand beaches, then be sure to visit this place.

4. Padang Padang / Padang Padang Beach

On the Bukit Peninsula, a few kilometers from the picturesque place of Uluwatu, there is Padang-Padang Beach. Getting here is not difficult either by taxi or by rented transport. There is free parking nearby. The beach is a small beach with white sand, over which hangs a picturesque rock, under which you can hide from the scorching sun. There are no sunbeds here, along the coast there are several tents where you can easily have a bite to eat and buy refreshing drinks, there is a free toilet and shower. The entrance to the water is gradual and if you choose the beaches of Bali for swimming with children, then Padang-Padang will definitely suit you.

A remarkable fact is that it was here that the filming of the movie "Eat, Pray, Love" with Julia Roberts in the title role took place.

3. White sand beach or Virgin beach (aka Pantai Pasir Putih)

We open the top three best beaches in Bali. In the eastern part of the island, a 4-minute drive from the town of Amlapura, there is a quiet and very beautiful beach called White Sand Beach. There is a parking lot on the hill above the shore, from where you will need to walk down. Entrance to the beach is paid and it costs only around 10,000 rupees per person. The place itself is a one and a half kilometer lagoon with clear turquoise water and soft, white sand. Palm trees and exotic trees grow around the coast. The beach has a cafe and free sunbeds. For swimming, the left side of the coast is recommended, on right side The bottom is coral reefs.

The highlight of this place is an island, with a lonely tree growing on it, located not far from the coast. We strongly recommend that you make arrangements with a local boatman and visit this romantic island. If you are looking for the most beautiful beaches in Bali where you can swim without fear huge waves then be sure to visit this place.

2. Secret beach / Secret beach or Bias Tugal Beach (aka Pantai Kecil)

In the southeastern part of Bali, there is another very remarkable beach called Secret beach. It is located next to the port of Padang Bay. To get to the beach, you need to turn right before reaching the port and drive to the top of the hill to the parking lot, from which you will have to go down on foot. By the way, the most picturesque view of the coast opens from the parking lot. The amazing azure sea and white sand, coupled with palm trees growing around the coast, create an indescribable atmosphere of a truly heavenly place. On the beach there are small cafes where you can eat and buy drinks. There are no sun loungers on the beach. This place will undoubtedly be appreciated by lovers of a wild beach holiday.

1. Melasti / Melasti Beach

And finally, the first place among the best beaches in Bali. In the southernmost part of the island is an amazing place - Melasti Beach. You can get to it by rented car, bike or taxi. There is a car park near the beach. The amazing ocean of turquoise shades and delicate white sand make an indelible impression. The beach is almost always sparsely populated (with the exception of Sundays, when the local population comes here). Here you can spend hours peacefully enjoying the surrounding beauty and peace. From the infrastructure there are paid sunbeds with umbrellas, a restaurant and small tents where you can buy drinks. In our opinion, this is the most beautiful beach on the island, where you want to return again and again.