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Holiday in Uluwatu

Area in Indonesia — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇮🇩

Country

Indonesia

Type

Area

Best time to travel

April–October

Budget/day

50–110 €

Getting there from Germany

Flight to Bali Denpasar (approx. 14–16 hours). From the airport to Uluwatu about 40 minutes by taxi.

About Uluwatu

Uluwatu at the southernmost tip of the Bukit Peninsula is Bali's most dramatic coastline: Rugged limestone cliffs plunge 70 meters straight down into the turquoise sea, creating a backdrop that oscillates between natural power and tropical beauty. The Pura Luhur Uluwatu, one of Bali's six holiest sea temples, sits on a rocky promontory high above the surf and offers a Kecak dance performance every evening before sunset — an absolutely unforgettable experience. Uluwatu is sacred ground for surfers from all over the world: The wave of the same name breaks perfectly over a shallow reef and is considered one of the best left-hand breaks in the world. Other world-class spots like Padang Padang, Impossibles, and Bingin are just a few minutes away and offer waves for various skill levels. Access to the beaches is often via steep stairs carved into the cliffs — which only enhances the charm of these secluded coves. Padang Padang Beach, known from the movie Eat Pray Love, enchants with its turquoise water and the cave-like rock crevice as an entrance. In recent years, the area has transformed from a pure surfer refuge into a hotspot for beach clubs: Single Fin, Ulu Cliffhouse, and Savaya offer spectacular infinity pools right at the cliff's edge. The upscale dining scene is surprisingly diverse with restaurants like Dugong and The Warung serving Balinese and international cuisine at the highest level.

Nature
85
Adventure
85
Relaxation
80
Food
75
Culture
70

Top 5 highlights in Uluwatu

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Pura Luhur Uluwatu

The impressive cliff temple 70 meters above the sea – in the evening with a spectacular Kecak fire dance at sunset.

2

Single Fin Beach Club

Legendary bar on the cliff with a view of the surf break – Sundays with live DJ at sunset.

3

Padang Padang Beach

The small hidden beach, famous from the movie 'Eat Pray Love', accessible through a rock crevice.

4

Suluban Beach

Beach accessible through caves and rocks with the famous Uluwatu surf break – only for experienced surfers.

5

Nyang Nyang Beach

One of the loneliest and longest beaches in Bali – the steep descent protects against crowds.

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Reise-SIM für Uluwatu

Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM

Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Uluwatu

Recommended travel time

April–October

Summer

Warm and windy, 27–31 °C, optimal surfing conditions

Winter

Warm and wet, 26–30 °C, more unpredictable waves

How much does a holiday in Uluwatu cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

25–40 €

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

50–110 €

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

120–500 €

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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5 travel tips for Uluwatu

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Definitely buy Kecak dance tickets in advance – limited seats and often sold out.

Watch out for monkeys at the temple – secure sunglasses, hats, and phones!

Visit Padang Padang at low tide – at high tide the beach almost disappears.

Wearing a helmet on a scooter is mandatory – police strictly enforce this on the Bukit Peninsula.

The Sunday Sunset Session at Single Fin is a must – arrive early for a spot.

Food & drink in Uluwatu

These specialties you must try!

Grilled fish in Jimbaran
Nasi Goreng
Sate Lilit
Grilled seafood
Bintang beer
Coconut ice cream
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