Top 9 Best Beaches in Bali to Relax under the Sun

Bali is an island in Indonesia which is still dominated by volcanic mountains over its paddy fields where locals have been growing their organic and natural food for generations. A huge part of its revenue comes from the flourishing tourism on its coral reefs and beaches. Tourists come from Australia and various other parts of the world. 

In Bali’s beaches tropical sunshine is assured with warm, clear waters, making it an ideal place for holidaymaking. There is a great tourist infrastructure here to cater to the visitors. There is a great nightlife scene along with restaurants and hotels to relax after a great day of enjoying water sports and relaxing on the beach. With that said, here are some of the beaches to explore in Bali.

1. Seminyak, South Bali

If you are heading for some action-packed Bali sightseeing tour, visit the Seminyak Beach between Legian and Kuta towards the west. It is a 5-km long stretch of white sands backed by best hotels, bars and restaurants to relax. The waves are quite gentle t learn surfing here. It is virtually a great holiday resort on its own. If you are not traveling far away for Bali group tour, all you need to stay there for an active holiday. 

 

2. Pasir Putih (White Sand Beach), Candidasa, East Coast

Also known as the Virgin Beach, this remote beach is truly calm and remote on the east coast. It is off-the-beaten track place where you can get utmost calmness. For your convenience, book Bali honeymoon package by choosing the best destination management company. 

Unlike other beaches which have black volcanic sand, Pasir Purih has clear and calm blue waters, making it ideal place for swimming. It has a lot of food options available like local seafood at some of the beach-facing restaurants. Also have lunch and some chilled beer. 

Also enjoy some relaxing massage and hire a sun lounger for a day on the beach. You can also drive to the beach as it has parking space. This secret beach is less touristy and a great respite from the bustling beaches in south Bali. 

3. Nusa Dua Beach, South Bali

It’s truly unbelievable that how nature has made such a beautiful place with perfection. There is nothing more impressive in this world than this white sandy beach in Bali. It is a resort destination where you can book hotels intermingled by the well-landscaped lawns and serene palm trees from Bali tour package.

Once a mangrove region, Nusa Dua Beach is now a 14-kilometer long beach. It still has some of the beautiful orchids and mangroves. It remains very clean with calm blue waters. It’s a great place for water sports, families, good shopping scene, and cozy restaurants. 

4. Sanur Beach, South East Bali

Sanur is a white sandy beach stretched over 5 km and was discovered by some rich expats decades ago, who built elegant villas in this location. The gentle breeze cools down the temperature. It has a promenade covering the length of the beach with upmarket resorts and cafes, as well as local fishing boats off the water. 

You can book a group tour package to have a great day out here with gentle waves, great sunrise views, diving and snorkeling. 

5. Padang Padang Beach, Uluwatu

The Julia Roberts film fame, Padang Padang Beach truly deserves its popularity like other idyllic paradises of Bali. It attracts both surfers and sunbathers in its pristine bay. Surfers can play along with the waves in a dramatic setting with rock formations. 

The beach is quite small in itself but you should still wake up early in the morning to catch up the beautiful sunrise off the horizon. The crowd starts to appear with time. So, get here early in the morning to find some quieter place to relax. 

6. Jimbaran Bay Beach in South West Bali

It is a 3-kilometer long white sand stretch well regarded for its fresh fish, beautiful scenery, and the sunsets. As a tourist, you may definitely want to capture lots of photographs and fill the album with your holiday memories. The sunset here is truly a picture-worthy and it will definitely be one of the major highlights. Have some local BBQs and delicious fresh fish sold by local fishers in the market. 

Have a romantic dinner with your loved one while watching sunset. There are different quiet areas in the beach where you can relax and soak in the sun’s rays during the day.

7. Echo Beach, Canggu

Echo Beach was once a quiet spot with some of the odd BBQs. Today, it has become one of the fancy spots to visit with chic bars facing the volcanic black sands. When sea is so intimating and blue, you won’t want to leave the black sand so early. 

The beach is crowded by the sunbathers by the day and it becomes a lively party spot by night where there is something happening. If you have a talent to play a guitar, you can show what you’ve got in the parties. Canggu is very popular with the cool crowd and digital nomads. So, you might find a traffic jam when going to the beach. 

8. Nusa Penida

Located off the South East Bali, Nusa Penida is well known for its turquoise blue waters, beautiful cliffs, and sandy beaches. So, take a boat trip off the island and you will be amazed to see what you did. Another advantage is that it’s not a mainland. 

The island has some basic roads but local cafes offering fresh food, quiet bays, and picturesque landscapes make it worth visiting. The limestone headland is capped with vegetation to make the setting more colorful. 

9. Balangan Beach, Bukit Peninsula

It is one of the best surfing spots in South Bali. Even though you are not into surfing, you can still enjoy its laid-back environment. You can just sit back and relax with the sun rays under the umbrellas and loungers. Also taste some local food and chilled drinks at the rustic restaurants.