5 Magnificent Beaches in Bali You Must Visit

Take your time to explore Bali if you are a beach lover. This beautiful island has a lot of beaches to explore. These beaches also offer different attractions and ambiance. Here, we will talk about some Magnificent Beaches in Bali you must visit.

Due to their popularity, most travel agencies include these beaches on their Bali tour packages. Soon, you will know the reasons why the travel agencies recommend you visit the beaches at least once in a lifetime.

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List of Magnificent Beaches in Bali

Kuta Beach

Kuta Beach is a must-visit destination when you are spending time in Kuta. There is an iconic gate in the form of a temple at the entrance. The temple is also one of the temples in Bali known as Bentar Temple. So, be happy if you see this iconic gate because it means you are one step closer to Kuta Beach.

The entrance gate is not the only iconic thing on this beach. The soft-white sand and fantastic view are also other iconic things you can enjoy once you reach the beach. Kuta Beach is one of the recommended areas for those who love surfing.

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No need to worry about finding meals and drinks since there are some restaurants and cafes around the area. You can find a variety of meals and drinks, including coconut water. Nowadays, you can even stay a little bit longer in Kuta Beach. Just book a room in a homestay, hotel, villa, or resort near the beach.

The location of Kuta Beach is in Kuta Subdistrict, Badung Regency. It is a great first destination to visit from Ngurah Rai International Airport since the location is only 15 minutes from the airport. No need to buy a ticket to enter the beach. Yet, you can rent some facilities, such as a surfing board, a temporary tattoo, an umbrella, a jet ski, and many more.

Suluban Beach

Kuta Beach is not the only destination for surfers. Suluban Beach can also be a good alternative for surfing in Bali. Most travel agencies recommend this beach on their Bali tour packages because of the wonderful scenery and activities you can do there.

Just get wet by playing in the water, swimming, snorkeling, and surfing! The waves in Suluban Beach are safe enough, so people can play on the beach freely. It is okay if you don’t want to get wet. Just open your mat and lie down for a comfortable sunbathing. You can also do your favorite things, such as reading a book, eating, or talking with others while enjoying the mesmerizing scenery.

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Remember to bring your camera since there are a lot of perfect photo or video spots. The location of Suluban Beach is in Pecatu Village, South Kuta Regency, Badung Subdistrict. Unlike Kuta Beach, you must buy a ticket to enter Suluban Beach.

Don’t worry! The entrance ticket to this beach is cheap! The price of the ticket to enter this beach is only Rp.5.000. There is also an additional cost for parking your vehicle. Interestingly, this beach is open every day so you can visit it anytime you want, including in the afternoon or night. Nowadays, Suluban Beach also has a lot of facilities, including toilets, parking areas, rental services, souvenir stalls, restaurants, hotels, and many more.

Tanjung Benoa Beach

Tanjung Benoa Beach is another great alternative if you want to continue your beach trip in Bali. This beach is also near Ngurah Rai International Airport. You only need to spend about 35 minutes from the airport to get to the beach by vehicle.

People love to go to Tanjung Benoa Beach because of the fantastic views, along with clean-white sand and cloudy sky. It is also a great beach for those who love water activities, such as snorkeling, diving, riding a jet ski, swimming, and many more. You can even try a new experience of enjoying the beauty of Tanjung Benoa Beach from the sky by parasailing.

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Some water activities, such as rolling donuts and banana boats are a great option for a family or a group. No need to worry that you are starving on this beach. Some local stalls, cafes, and restaurants are ready to serve a variety of meals and beverages.

Visit this area from May to September if you want to enjoy the beach without the noise from others. Go to Tanjung Benoa Beach from June to August if you want to feel the crowd. The best time to visit this beach is at 09.00 a.m. so you can do the water activities pleasantly. It is one of the recommended beaches if you have a plan to stay or explore Tanjung Benoa Regency.

Canggu Beach

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Canggu Beach is a perfect option if you want to meet each other and feel the crowd. Indeed, this beach is a great location for extroverts! Just like Tanjung Benoa Beach, you can also do a variety of activities in Canggu Beach, such as surfing. The truth is that this beach has become one of the most famous surfing areas in Bali because of the challenging waves.

Despite the crowd, you can still do specific activities, such as Yoga. The atmosphere around the beach is peaceful and relaxing. It makes your body and mind relax and calm! Nowadays, Canggu Beach is surrounded by stores and stalls to buy a variety of unique gifts. For those who love photography, you must bring a camera because there are so many perfect spots to make fantastic photos or videos.

Melasti Beach

Just like the beaches above, Melasti Beach also offers wonderful scenery to capture. This beach is also connected to other beaches, such as Pandawa, Batu Pageh, and Green Bowl Beach. One of the unique features of this beach is the route.

Prepare your energy because you must walk through hundreds of stairs to reach the beach. During walking on the stairs, you will see a hill that covers the beach. You also have a chance to watch a holy ceremony known as Melasti Ceremony.

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The activities you can do in Melasti Beach include playing with the sand, snorkeling, watching Kecak dance, and many more. The entrance ticket to the beach is only Rp.8.000 for adults and Rp.2.000 for children.

So, no need to think twice about going to Bali! Just prepare your bag and explore the Magnificent Beaches in Bali. You are lucky if you can explore the five beaches above. In case you have a short time in Bali, take one of the day tours in Bali that include one of the beaches above it.

At least, you can focus on enjoying the beach without worrying about anything. Then, you can come home with a bunch of experiences to share with others.

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Aug 8, 2024

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