Summer is finally coming near.
It is getting warmer, and school is just about out until fall rolls around again.
With the summer months creeping in, many people are starting to think about vacations.
When people think about vacations during the summer, they usually think about relaxing at a beach and swimming in the water.
Bali is one of those places with a variety of beaches available to visit.
If you are thinking about traveling to a beach somewhere in Bali, here are ten of the best beaches in Bali, with plenty of places to relax and fun things to do.
10 Best Beaches in Bali
There are several beaches in Bali, but here are the top ten beaches in Bali.
Jimbaran Bay
Jimbaran Bay Beach has very fine white sand, beautiful blue water, and amazing sunsets.
In fact, most of the restaurants around Jimbaran set up tables and chairs outside on the sand for customers to get a great view of the setting sun.
The calm waters of the beach make the perfect conditions for swimming.
Jimbaran Bay is popular among families and couples.
You can swim in the calm water, make sand castles in the sand, and relax on the beach.
Many restaurants, hotels, and resorts line the shores of Jimbaran Bay.
There is not a shortage of places to stay and restaurants to try.
Kelingking Beach
The view of Kelingking Beach is postcard worthy, but unfortunately, it is not an easy spot to get to.
You have to take a steep walk down to the beach, but after you get there, it is a beautiful sight with soft white sand, green hills, beautiful cliffs, and stunning blue water.
With that said, it is important to make sure you have enough food and water for the hike down to the beach as well as the hike back up.
There is nowhere to buy anything on the beach until you get back up.
Because of the steep hike down to Kelingking Beach, it is one of the less crowded beaches in Bali.
Sanur
Sanur is a quiet beach with a variety of restaurants, hotels, resorts, and bars available for tourists to visit.
Although Sanur is a good place to sunbathe and play in the sand, the tide is too low to participate in any surfing.
However, there are still various activities for tourists to do while visiting Sanur Beach.
The beach is lined with a variety of shops and restaurants where you can do some shopping and eat good, authentic Indonesian food.
You can participate in sailing and kitesurfing, some of the most popular activities in Sanur.
Other attractions include the turtle tanks, where you can see a display of endangered sea turtles, and the Museum Le Mayeur.
Amed
Amed Beach has a variety of things to explore and activities to offer.
There are many opportunities for diving and snorkeling.
You can explore the diverse ocean life in different places under the water by diving or snorkeling.
Even if you don’t have experience with diving or any certification, many dive shops that line the beach are willing to teach you all you need to know about diving.
You don’t need to learn to dive to explore the cool things at Amed.
There is an underwater Japanese shipwreck that is accessible by swimming, diving, and snorkeling.
It is easily accessible for most people to enjoy.
Seminyak
Seminyak is considered one of the best beaches for surfing in the Bali area.
Unfortunately, if you want to swim, the water at Seminyak is too dangerous for swimming.
There are still opportunities for sunbathing, relaxing, and building sand castles.
Aside from being known as the best beach for surfing, Seminyak is also known for having some amazing sunsets.
Because of this, many restaurants along the beach put out giant beanbags for people to sit on to enjoy the sunset while eating their food.
Legian
Legian Beach is considered to be a surfing beach, just like Amed Beach.
Even though the water is not as safe for swimming as other beaches, sometimes you can get lucky and swimming might be allowed.
You just have to look at the signs and flags that tell you whether swimming is allowed or prohibited.
Although swimming may or may not be safe while you are at Legian, there are many other options for things to do.
There are various shops, restaurants, and vendors available with a large variety of things to buy and eat. I
f shopping isn’t your thing, you can relax on the sand, build sand sculptures with the family, or curl up on the beach with a book.
Padang Padang
Padang Padang Beach has beautiful clear turquoise water, a sandy beach, and luscious green trees.
To reach the beach, you need to walk down a flight of stairs and through a hollow rock entrance.
Padang Padang is another beach that is popular with the surfer community.
With that said, it is more suitable for intermediate or more advanced surfers.
Beginner surfers are encouraged to start out on a more beginner-friendly beach, such as Seminyak.
Pandng Padang is a family-friendly beach with a variety of things for the family to do.
Tourists can explore the rock caves, swim in the tidal swimming pools, surf the waves, and visit the many shops and vendors along the beach.
Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua is full of various activities for the whole family to enjoy.
You can relax on the beach, take a camel ride along the sand, and swim in the sea.
Some of Nusa Dua’s many attractions include:
- A shopping complex at the end of the beach
- Over 20 resorts, some of them with kids’ clubs
- Nusa Dua Water Blow
- Devdan Show
- Bali Camel Safaris
- Geger Temple
- Museum Pasifika
- Puja Mandala
Nusa Dua Beach has clear, shallow waters that are perfect for swimming in and soft white beaches.
Fun fact: Nusa Dua can be translated to mean “two islands”.
Bingin
Getting to Bingin Beach is confusing for people who have never been there before.
You have to walk through some narrow alleyways before it opens up onto the beach.
Many people who have been there say that if it is your first time, you will question whether you are going the right way or not.
Bingin is one of the more popular surfing beaches in Bali, and even the world.
Many people come from all over the world to surf the waves at Bingin Beach.
Although the beach is small, if you time the visit just right, you can have more beach to explore around low tide.
Balian
Although small and quiet, Balian Beach is a nice place to visit and get away from the crowds.
There are not a lot of big extravagant amenities or attractions, but there are still affordable, fun things to do at Balian Beach.
You can surf in the sea during the dry season or kitesurf during the windy season.
If surfing isn’t your thing, you can relax and sunbathe on the sandy beach or read a book without getting hassled by people trying to sell you stuff.
You can also find several hotels and small villas for your visit, as well as restaurants and shops for any of your needs or souvenirs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most popular beach in Bali?
With so many beaches in Bali, it is hard to find which one is the most popular.
According to The Honeycombers, the most well-known beach in Bali is Kuta. Kuta is one of the most well-known among both locals and tourists.
What months are the best to visit the beaches in Bali?
When visiting beaches, some times of the year are better than others.
If you go at the wrong time, you might miss out on some of the good things the beaches have to offer due to being there in the wrong season.
The best months to visit Bali beaches are May, June, July, August, and September.
These are considered the dry months of the year, meaning that there is less humidity.
Is the water in Bali warm enough to swim in?
When you go to the beach, it is important to know whether or not the water will be warm enough.
Since Bali has a tropical climate, the water is warm enough for people to swim all year long.
How many beaches does Bali have?
There are many beaches in Bali for people to enjoy.
Bali has a total of 35 beaches for both local people and tourists to explore and enjoy.
