The 5 most beautiful beaches in Bali
If you came to Bali for a beach holiday, the first thing you may feel is disappointment. Yes, if you stay in Changu, Seminyak or Kuta, you will not see luxurious beaches with azure water hidden in small secluded bays. And the ocean, that unruly companion, sometimes greets you with waves as high as a three-story building, sometimes with strong tides, where the most you can do is dip your feet in up to your knees.
But don't be too quick to get upset! Get to know the island a little better, and it will show you its best spots, which, like real treasures, are scattered all over Bali. You will find azure waters, white sand, beaches with palm trees right on the coast, and black volcanic sands that look completely alien.
But don't be too quick to get upset! Get to know the island a little better, and it will show you its best spots, which, like real treasures, are scattered all over Bali. You will find azure waters, white sand, beaches with palm trees right on the coast, and black volcanic sands that look completely alien.
Melasti beach
One of Bali's true wonders that will leave you in awe! The beach is located at the southernmost tip of the Bukit Peninsula, and the road to it leads through picturesque cliffs offering stunning panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.
Light-colored fine sand, azure water, waves breaking on the reef far from the shore — all this makes Melasti one of the safest and most comfortable beaches for swimming. The coast has a well-developed infrastructure, with warungs serving local cuisine, beach clubs with various types of deposit tables and beds, and sun loungers for rent right on the beach. If you are visiting Bali, be sure to add this beach to your must-visit list.
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Light-colored fine sand, azure water, waves breaking on the reef far from the shore — all this makes Melasti one of the safest and most comfortable beaches for swimming. The coast has a well-developed infrastructure, with warungs serving local cuisine, beach clubs with various types of deposit tables and beds, and sun loungers for rent right on the beach. If you are visiting Bali, be sure to add this beach to your must-visit list.
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Nusa Dua beach
The beach is located in the resort area of the same name on Bukit, where the largest concentration of five-star hotels is located. Entry to this area is through a checkpoint, where vehicles are inspected and documents may be requested. However, once you cross the checkpoint, you will not believe your eyes. Most likely, you have never seen Bali like this before. Wide roads, litter bins, cleanliness and pavements for walking — everything looks like an ideal world created especially for tourists.
As for the beach, it is just right. There is a promenade along the entire coastal area — on one side there is fine light sand and the ocean, on the other side there are five-star hotels. Walk along it and choose a place to relax. There are sun loungers for rent, and in many hotels you can buy a day pass or simply place an order at the poolside restaurant.
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As for the beach, it is just right. There is a promenade along the entire coastal area — on one side there is fine light sand and the ocean, on the other side there are five-star hotels. Walk along it and choose a place to relax. There are sun loungers for rent, and in many hotels you can buy a day pass or simply place an order at the poolside restaurant.
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Pasut beach
It is the very beach with black volcanic sand where everyone takes fantastic videos of themselves riding bikes along the ocean and taking photos on top of a sloping palm tree that grows sideways rather than upwards, just like in the Bounty advert. It is an hour and a half drive from Changu and is not suitable for swimming, but it is incredibly beautiful. The waves are so big and strong that it is here that you can feel the special spaciousness, freedom and all the power of the Indian Ocean.
The infrastructure is underdeveloped, so bring everything you need for a picnic and come closer to sunset — the way the sun's rays reflect off the black sand is something you should see at least once in your life.
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The infrastructure is underdeveloped, so bring everything you need for a picnic and come closer to sunset — the way the sun's rays reflect off the black sand is something you should see at least once in your life.
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White sand beach / Virgin beach / Pantai Pasir Putih
The most charming beach is located four kilometers from Candidasa in eastern Bali. It is hidden in a hollow between two hills and is an azure bay with white sand, surrounded by green palm trees. The capes on both sides protect the beach from large waves and strong currents, making swimming here a pleasure. There is a reef not far from the coast, so don't forget to bring your mask. If you enter the water on the right side of the beach and swim just 5 meters from the shore, you can see starfish, corals, fish and, if you're lucky, even turtles.
There are several warungs on the beach, mainly serving fresh, freshly caught fish and seafood. You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas to sunbathe in comfort.
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There are several warungs on the beach, mainly serving fresh, freshly caught fish and seafood. You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas to sunbathe in comfort.
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Padang-Padang beach
Take a look at the photo. Doesn't it seem like you've seen this beach somewhere before? Yes, this is the very place where Elizabeth Gilbert, Julia Roberts' character in the film «Eat Pray Love», had her whirlwind romance.
After the film was released, the beach suddenly became popular with tourists — it is always crowded here, but that does not detract from the natural beauty of Padang Padang. The entrance to the beach is carved right into the rock and, surrounded by cliffs, with fine sand and waves breaking on the reef far out in the ocean, it turns scenes from the film into memories from your own life.
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After the film was released, the beach suddenly became popular with tourists — it is always crowded here, but that does not detract from the natural beauty of Padang Padang. The entrance to the beach is carved right into the rock and, surrounded by cliffs, with fine sand and waves breaking on the reef far out in the ocean, it turns scenes from the film into memories from your own life.
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