{"id":749,"date":"2017-05-16T04:02:30","date_gmt":"2017-05-16T04:02:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/8-of-the-best-beaches-in-bali\/"},"modified":"2022-08-08T23:22:25","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T23:22:25","slug":"8-of-the-best-beaches-in-bali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/8-of-the-best-beaches-in-bali\/","title":{"rendered":"8 of the Best Beaches in Bali"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A ring of sand with the heart of a volcano, Bali is an ideal place to find your perfect beach. Whether you want to brush up on your surfing skills on some of the most challenging waves in the world, relax in lagoon-like waters while considering your next coconut-based cocktail, or dive into aquatic adventures that you have to see to believe, there\u2019s nothing this Indonesian paradise can\u2019t offer. Here\u2019s our pick of the eight best places to hit the beach in Bali:<\/p>\n<h2>1. Sanur<\/h2>\n<p>Protected by a distant reef, the light blue waters of Sanur are perfect for families who want a low-key place to soak up the sun while sticking close to top-notch seafood restaurants and bars where happy hour never seems to end. Look for bright orange clownfish darting between corals, practice your balance with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/standup-paddleboard-yoga-lesson.a342080.activity-details?srp=true&amp;location=Canggu,%20Indonesia&amp;startDate=2017-02-02&amp;endDate=2017-02-16?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stand-up paddleboarding adventure<\/a>\u00a0with the Rip Curl School of Surf, or take advantage of the smooth waters on a high-speed jet ski.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/13368_4_HT_1280x960.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>2. Kuta<\/h2>\n<p>If it\u2019s going off in Bali, it\u2019s likely happening in Kuta. Home to the island\u2019s biggest clubs and beach bars, Kuta\u2019s the place to go if you want to dance the night away. With a tangle of eateries that range from street food favorites to chic seafood hotspots, there\u2019s always something good to eat between ripper parties.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Seminyak<\/h2>\n<p>Seminyak\u2019s slower vibe can be a welcome relief from the club-like atmosphere of its southern neighbor, Kuta. Chill out on beaches perfect for rookie surfers or head to The Amala Bali\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/yoga-group-class.a411672.activity-details?srp=true&amp;location=Bali,%20Indonesia#fullscreen-map-link?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">get centered with a yoga session<\/a>. Nearby, up-and-coming Canggu is the de facto hipster haven of Bali\u2019s beach towns, where you\u2019ll find as many restaurants serving up organic salads and fruit-packed smoothie bowls as you will street carts with savory plates of nasi goreng and mie goreng.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Benoa<\/h2>\n<p>Blast around, above, in and through Benoa Beach\u2019s calm waters with just about every hydro-inspired activity imaginable. You can unleash your inner superhero with baliKU Tours &amp; Travel&#8217;s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/flyboard-experience-with-transfer.a322292.activity-details?srp=true&amp;location=Bali,%20Indonesia&amp;startDate=2017-02-02&amp;endDate=2017-02-16&amp;categories=Water%20Activities?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">flyboarding adventure<\/a>,\u00a0hang on tight as you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/bali-get-wet-combo.a322288.activity-details?srp=true&amp;location=Bali,%20Indonesia&amp;startDate=2017-02-02&amp;endDate=2017-02-16&amp;categories=Water%20Activities?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">zip around Benoa Bay on banana boat<\/a>,\u00a0or team up with Aqua Star cruise the depths on an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/fly-fish-adventure-snorkelling-underwater-scooter-ride.a308714.activity-details?srp=true&amp;location=Bali,%20Indonesia&amp;startDate=2017-02-02&amp;endDate=2017-02-16&amp;categories=Water%20Activities?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">underwater scooter<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Uluwatu<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re a surfer and up for a challenge, the sets at Uluwatu\u2019s beaches are probably already on your bucket list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Things-To-Do-In-Bali.d602651.Travel-Guide-Activities?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">things to do in Bali<\/a>. For everyone else, it\u2019s probably best to sit this tide out \u2013 instead grab a seat at one of the area\u2019s cliff-side bars and watch as some of the best surfers in the world tackle incoming sets while the sun drifts slowly behind the horizon. The dramatic black cliffs that line Uluwatu also provide the perfect backdrop for one of the island\u2019s most famous temples, where Tour East Indonesia can help you can catch a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/sunset-kecak-dance-at-uluwatu-barbecue-seafood-dinner.a294603.activity-details?rfrr=TG.LP.MostPopular.Activity?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">traditional fire-dancing show<\/a> at sunset or snap photos of crashing waves.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/13368_5_HT_1280x960.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>6. Tanah Lot<\/h2>\n<p>Surrounded by dramatic black rock, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/private-bedugul-tanah-lot-tour.a348724.activity-details?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tanah Lot temple<\/a> is not the ideal place to work on your tan or dig your toes into the sand. But as the sun sets, this wave-pummeled temple becomes a photographer\u2019s dream. Take a trip with Smailing Tours to snap some postcard-perfect silhouettes and learn how Bali\u2019s spiritual side is still at play in the everyday lives of locals.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Mengiat<\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s a reason some of the most luxurious Bali accommodation options are crowded around Mengiat Beach. Golden sands punctuated by orderly rows of umbrellas and sun chairs create the ideal beach-lounging environment, and with daily service by a team of beach cleaners, not even a stray strip of seaweed will hamper your view of Mengiat\u2019s crystal clear water.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Lombok<\/h2>\n<p>Though not technically in Bali, Lombok&#8217;s endless green mountains and quiet, white-sand beaches are just a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/things-to-do\/2-day-lombok-island-tour.a294749.activity-details?srp=true&amp;location=Canggu,%20Indonesia&amp;startDate=2017-02-02&amp;endDate=2017-02-16?brandcid=blog.seo.LX.bali.beaches_270217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2-hour boat ride away<\/a>, and feel like a Bali of yesteryear. Enjoy the quiet atmosphere, visit authentic warungs whipping up fried rice specialties, and consider a day trip to one of the Gili islands, where you can find your perfect version of paradise between Gili Trawangan\u2019s endless parties, Gili Air\u2019s family-friendly atmosphere, or Gili Meno\u2019s ultra-low-key vibe.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/13368_8_HT_1280x960.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With so many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/Bali-Hotels.d602651.Travel-Guide-Hotels\">cheap Bali accommodation<\/a> options to choose from, it\u2019s important to remember that no one beach is perfect for everything\u2014so don\u2019t limit yourself. Decide what kind of experience you want, and seek out your next strip of sand from there.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you want to brush up on your surfing skills, relax in lagoon-like waters, or dive into aquatic adventures, there\u2019s nothing Bali beaches can\u2019t offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":750,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[307,17,6,2,3,7,18],"tags":[79,80,11,256,425],"authors":[],"class_list":["post-749","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-a-blog-to-watch","category-asia","category-destination","category-experiences","category-explore","category-oceania","category-relax","tag-bali","tag-beaches","tag-family","tag-indonesia","tag-surfing","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.7 - 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