As a surfer, indeed you want to improve your skill by surfing in various types of beaches. One of worth it to try is Uluwatu Beach in Bali. Let’s talk a little bit about this great beach before visiting and surfing there.
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The Location of Uluwatu Beach
If it is your first time visiting Uluwatu Beach in Bali, just go to Kuta. Then, try to find a village namely Pecatu Village in the South of Kuta. For those who want to start the exploration from Denpasar Airport, the beach is only 35 minutes from your location. For an alternative option, you can go to Nusa Dua first and then start to go to Uluwatu Beach. It takes around 30 to 35 minutes from Nusa Dua. The entrance ticket is for entering the Uluwatu Temple. The ticket is around 15.000 to 20.000 for the adult. Whereas for children, you have to spend around 7.500 to 10.000. You also have to pay for the parking if you bring a vehicle such as 10.000 for a bus, 2.000 for a car, and 1.000 for a motorcycle. Enjoying the beach is free and you can surf as long as you want.
Transportation to Uluwatu Beach
As a surfer who also a trekker, just go to the Uluwatu Beach by walking. The trick is finding the closest place to stay so you don’t spend too much time only to walk there. As the result, you still have enough energy to surf. If you have to bring your surfing board, just go by renting a car or a motorcycle. It is very easy to find a place to rent a car or motorcycle around Bali. It is possible to rent a surfing board and its equipment in the Beach. Going to the Uluwatu Beach without bringing any kind of heavy items might be your option. If it is so, just take a bus or taxi to go to the beach and you are ready to beat the waves.
Places to Stay around Uluwatu Beach
For a better preparation, it is better to stay around Uluwatu Beach first. You can take a rest and explore the beach first before surfing. It is very easy to find a place to stay around Uluwatu Beach. You can just choose it based on your budget and the location. If you just need a place to stay without any luxury facilities and services, you can book a room at Ayu Guna Inn, Klapa Resort, New Kuta Hotel, The Rich Prada Hotel, Dipondok Homestay, and many more. Most of those places are comfortable along with free Wi-Fi and parking area. For those who want to stay near Uluwatu Beach while relaxing in the hotel, you may take Suarga Padang Padang and Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort as two luxury hotels around the beach.
Things to Do in Uluwatu Beach
The best activity to do on the beach is surfing. The wave is challenging enough to beat whether for the beginner or advanced surfers. You can also enjoy the scenery by visiting several beaches such as Padang Padang Beach, Pandawa Beach, Suluban Beach, and Balangan Beach. Those beaches are really the best place for relaxing your body and mind.
