Uluwatu in the South of Bali is one of my favorite places to visit while I’m in Indonesia.It’s a perfect place to relax, unwind and catch up on some well-deserved YOU time.
In this guide, you’ll find the top things to do in Uluwatu Bali.
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Top Things to do in Uluwatu, Bali
- Rent a scooter and explore.
- Visit one of the many infinity pools at a resort.
- Take a trek to a more secluded beach.
- Go surfing.
- Visit the Uluwatu Temple.
- Party at a day club
- Start your day with yoga.
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1. Watch the sunset at Mu Bali
Treat yourself to a luxury experience in Uluwatu at Mu Bali. This resort has an infinity pool overlooking Bingin Beach, and the sunsets here can’t be beat. Enjoy the pool, restaurant, and take a yoga class during your stay.
Keep an eye out for monkeys near the pool.
2. Start your day with yoga
Since I was staying at Mu, I took the 9:30 am yoga class. The class costs 120K IDR, but it’s a great way to get your day started. Head over to the restaurant after yoga for breakfast at the pool.
3. Find a secluded beach
While Padang Padang is one of the most popular beaches in this area, I prefer to visit less busy sites. I did a little bit of research and decided to visit Nyang Nyang Beach since I had already been to Padang Padang my first time here. Nyang Nyang is a short scooter drive from the main road, and there are 2-3 restaurants/shops where you can buy water or snacks before the short trek down to the sand. It will take you about 10 minutes to get down to the beach, and I came across dozens of monkeys and butterflies along the route. It’s a bit steep but doable in flip-flops.
If you do decide to go to Padang Padang, arrive early so you can get a good spot and avoid the crowds.
Incredible Things to do in Uluwatu
4. Visit the Ungasan Resort
My friend Kristina had suggested a visit to The Ungasan Clifftop Resort so I could do some “research” since she had seen beautiful pictures of this place and was dreaming about staying there. I reached out to the resort via Instagram and learned that there was no fee to use the pool for the day. This place is luxury, and I’m happy to report it is 100% worth a visit.
5. Day Clubs
Sundays Beach Club is located at the beach here, and you do have to pay an entrance fee for the visit. If you are looking for a more quiet scene head to the pool. Omnia Day Club is an all-day party destination.
6. Uluwatu Temple
As soon as you enter the Balinese temple grounds, you’ll be asked to either wear a sarong or sash to enter. Watch out for monkeys who like to take your sunglasses and whatever they can get their hands on. The entrance fee is 30K IDR.
I spent about an hour visiting the area and taking pictures of the breathtaking coastline. Most people visit the temple at sunset, but since I was leaving on that day, I was happy to visit in the morning.
7. Eat at the Loft
Try the vegan jackfruit nachos at the Loft in Uluwatu. They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and serve up the most incredible meals. Enjoy a smoothie bowl, wrap, or cold-pressed juice. theloftbali.com
Where to stay in Uluwatu
The Ungasan
If money isn’t an issue, then treat yourself! I haven’t stayed here, but it’s a lush property overlooking the beach. If you stay in a villa, you’ll get your own private pool. I mean, who wouldn’t want that.
Mu Bali
A boutique resort on a secluded cliff with an outdoor pool, yoga classes and magical sunsets.
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How to get to Uluwatu
From Canggu
I ordered a GoJeck car (a rideshare app in Indonesia) that cost 250K IDR and took a little over an hour. Once you are in Uluwatu, Gojeck rides are hard to come by. Rent a scooter, or get the number of a taxi from your hotel.
To Ubud
The taxi cost us 400K IDR and takes a little less than two hours. I split the cost between this couple I had just met who was also on their way to Ubud.
I hope you enjoy all the things to do in Uluwatu! It’s one of my favorite places to visit as a solo traveler.
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Your welcome Alejandrea. Mahalo for responding to my email. Keep sharing your travels please. 😘
All these places look so beautiful. Thank you for sharing these pictures Alejandra 😘
It is one of my favorite places to visit! (I know I say that a lot, but it really is.)
Thanks for commenting.