Where to go in Bali for a beach holiday and which season is best for you? We give advice on planning a trip to Nusa Dua on your own and with the help of tours. We select the ideal season for visiting the resort for families with children, together, and young people. Found the best hotels by the sea to consider first.
When is the best time to go to Bali?
Ideal time to visit the island from May to September.
Vacation seasons in Indonesia:
- Dry - from the beginning of April to the end of October.
- Wet - from mid-November to early March.
In principle, you can relax in Bali all year round. The average temperature of water and air will be at different times of the year from 25 to 34 ° C with a plus sign. It makes sense to excluderain season from late November to early March. Most of it rains in the mountains and at night, but leads to higher humidity and pollution of the sea. If in a good hotel in the Nusa Dua area this will be less noticeable, then in the Kuta area, garbage will float in the sea despite the efforts of a large number of cleaners, and the bed linen will remain damp.
When is the best time for surfers to go to Bali? The biggest waves from September to April... This is the time chosen by those who stand confidently on the board. For beginners, it is best to go during the dry season when the sea is calmer. Peak season in Bali in December-January... Despite the humidity, tourists go for warmth, sea breezes and relax in exotic New Year.
Beach at Nusa Dua | Image by Michelle Maria
What to see in Nusa Dua and near the resort?
First of all, we advise you to visit the beaches and natural attractions. A list of interesting and beautiful places to see in the first place:
- Water Blow Recreation Park. In the heart of the Nusa Dua area. A park with a well-groomed area, golf courses, high cliffs and a reef that goes right to the shore. A place for rest and photography. The entrance is free.
- Cape and behind him Benoa beach... Adjacent to the Nusa Dua area. The place attracts surfers, parachutists and other extreme lovers. There is more waves on Benoa beach.
- Uluwatu beach and viewpoints. Small beach, beautiful rocks. Thanks to the training of experienced surfers, it is a very spectacular place. On a cliff above the sea is located Temple Uluwatu and every evening on the square near the temple you can see the national dance kechak (fire dance).
- Village and eponymous Amed beach... This is the eastern part of Bali. There is a clean, calm sea, and a beach with black volcanic sand. A variety of corals and marine life can be observed off the coast. Dolphins live in the bay. Dolphin shows are held nearby.
- Padang - Padang... The famous and very cozy beach known for the movie "Eat, Pray, Love". Entrance ticket - 61 rubles. You need to go down to the sea along a narrow path between the rocks.
- Ubud. The cultural capital of the island with ancient palaces and cave temples. A trip to Nusa Dua from Ubud is a journey through pristine jungle and natural parks inland. For those who will conquer the ancient city, there is an opportunity to stay in it for a while. The cost of living ranges from an inexpensive guesthouse to 97,640 rubles in the "Hanging Gardens" hotel.
- Animal lovers can visit bird and reptile park deep in the island or go to a small elephant safari.
- Extremists will be interested in flying on flyboard... The jet engine lifts up to 15 meters above the water. The cost of pleasure is from 7 628 rubles for 25 minutes. You can find entertainment on the Benoa Peninsula.
- Show Devdan or circus du Soleil. A colorful performance - the history of Indonesia in dance and with a lot of special effects. The show can be seen almost daily at the ITDC Complex in Nusa Dua. The cost is about 2,440 rubles, for children - 50% of the cost.
Trip to Uluwatu Temple | Image by Niman Maharjan
The best beaches in Bali on the map:
Best hotels in Nusa Dua close to the beach and no low tide
The beaches of Nusa Dua in the south of Bali are considered to be the best. Ebb tides here, unfortunately, are present, as well as on the entire island. But in terms of cleanliness, length and the ability to swim, and not just surf, they have no equal on the island. The lagoons of Nusa Dua are covered with a reef, on which the largest waves break.
The best place for swimming with children is jimbaran beach near Denpasar airport. The tides are invisible there, there are almost no waves, it is very clean. Bonus, beautiful sunsets and airplane watching.
5 star hotels in Nusa Dua in Bali, where the ebb tide is minimal or compensated for by the amenities:
- Nikko Bali... Small but very well-groomed area, private small but beautiful beach in the lagoon. The ebb is sensitive. The low tide schedule, which is in each hotel, helps. The cost of a double room is from 12,969 rubles. Pick up a number.
- Ayodya Bali... A hotel with a unique Balinese design from the grounds to the rooms. Reminiscent of a jungle palace. Huge green area with deep enough pools and fountains. Squirrels and other local animals peacefully coexist with the hotel. A quick entry to the sea for Nusa Dua if you plan to swim rather than walk in shallow water. The cost of living is from 12 969 rubles. Information about the hotel.
- Grand Hyatt Bali. Very beautiful area, in the center of the Nusa Dua area. Lots of exotic animals. The beach is huge and very clean. Near Bali collection - shopping center. In addition to your own, you can visit the restaurants and spa of the shopping center. Children have their own menu and pool slides. Large rooms with comfortable furniture. There are villas, executive rooms, a helipad. The cost of the room is from 13,050 rubles. Accommodation information.
These hotels are open for breakfast. Tourist Review Board - take hotels with breakfasts and travel more around the island.
Hotel pool 5 * | Image by Michelle Maria
Family hotels
The following hotels offer different types of food, including all inclusive. Prices are indicated for accommodation with breakfast.
- Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach... A luxurious hotel with a network of original swimming pools and a wide sandy beach. Many rooms with pool access. The hotel is surrounded by a rainforest, but the airport is not more than 30 minutes by taxi. Delicious food and great service. The cost of the room is from 12,227 rubles. View information.
- Melia Bali... The hotel is ideal in terms of price / quality. The cost of the room is from 10,231 rubles. Landscaped tropical park, beachside restaurant, excellent service. Not far away is a small island. Diverse food. Lots of activities ranging from free yoga and a large number of sports fields to evening parties with live music. Suitable for families with children. Information about the hotel.
- Clab Med. Luxury family hotel in Bali. A huge territory with great opportunities for outdoor activities, and training in groups is free. Cozy children's clubs and playgrounds with pools and slides. Parties and competitions for all ages and every day. The cost of the room is from 19 188 rubles. Smoking is prohibited on site. Detailed information.
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- Transport.
To travel around the island, tourists are advised to rent a bike, it costs about 240 rubles a day. Taxi, including the state one, is a rather problematic type of transport. There is heavy traffic on the island. Your best bet is to hire a driver and contact him for each trip online. A minibus for a group of tourists will cost about 2440 rubles, they will accompany you for 11-12 hours a day.
- Food.
Many restaurants for every taste according to reviews in the shopping center area Bali collection... Lunch there is on average 120 - 300 rubles. Street food from 60 to 120 rubles per serving of rice or rolls. The same price for freshly squeezed juices. It's hard to stay vegan in Bali. The inhabitants of the island love meat dishes and seafood. In Bali, you can try the much-touted Kopi Luwak straight from the "producers".Some farmers keep martens for its fermentation.
- Beaches.
The beaches on the island are municipal, you can relax on any of them. We have laid out the map of the location of all the best places for recreation above. For a fee, you can buy time to relax on the sun loungers of a particular hotel. It costs about 420 rubles. A special place for relaxation is the beach clubs. They have their own infrastructure, special atmosphere, clubs are located in the most beautiful places of the island. One of the best clubs - SANDEY BEACH CLAB.
- Housing.
Inexpensive housing can be rented in the Kuta area or other areas of the island in guesthouses. A room in the off-season costs 430 - 550 rubles. You can save money by settling in a hotel not on the first line, but farther away or in a hotel of a lower class. In addition, you purchase a "Day Pass" hotel on the first line and use all its services, including meals. It can cost about $ 4300 per person. Tourists recommend choosing a hotel for their next visit to Nusa Dua using the trail that runs through the parks of all hotels on the first line. For this purpose, you can rent a bike. When renting a villa, you need to take into account that there is a tropical forest with its usual inhabitants. If the hotel staff is handling snakes and beetles, then the villa may have to call the police.
Important! For drugs in Bali, the death penalty. This is despite the fact that in noisy towns like Kuta they can be offered quite often. Often, the traffickers themselves work under the cover of the police.
* Introductory photo by David Rodrigo | unsplash
