Here is an information on 5 amazing things to do in Uluwatu for unforgettable experience. Uluwatu is located deep in the south of Bali and is not to be missed if you are looking for beautiful beaches, good food and fun parties in Bali. Hop on your scooter and explore the high cliffs, blue ocean, white beaches and cute streets of Uluwatu. It’s a beautiful place that still manages to maintain its laid-back atmosphere.
There are many good restaurants and hotels in Uluwatu but you won’t find mass tourism like in Kuta or Seminyak.
1. Kecak dance at Uluwatu Temple
This is also not to be missed if you are in Uluwatu. Okay, it’s very touristy but there must be a reason. Come here around 5pm, walk to a different viewpoint at a distance of 100 metres and enjoy the sunset. Watch out for the monkeys here as they might chew on your sunglasses and hat. So, keep your belongings in a bag and you should be fine. Around 5.30pm, buy a ticket for the dance performance for Rp100,000. Kecak Dance is a unique traditional Balinese dance with drama and something you must see! The show lasts less than an hour.
2. Explore the most beautiful beaches in Uluwatu
Uluwatu has many beautiful white beaches. We have visited most of them and share our favourite spots with you below.
Padang Padang
This beach is one of Bali’s favourite surf spots. The beach is quite crowded as it is not very big, but you can have a great time watching the surfers in the water. Padang Padang is in the centre of town, close to all the restaurants and shops.
Nyang Nyang
This is a snow-white beach that is several kilometres long. There’s a good chance you have this beach almost all to yourself. From the mountain, where you park your scooter, you can see the view of the beach and the ocean. Make sure you go down for a dip in the refreshing blue water.
Dreamland Beach
This is our favourite beach in Uluwatu. The sand is white, the sea is blue and the waves are huge at high tide. You can definitely have a good time there in the afternoon watching people being tossed around by the waves or challenging yourself to jump into the ocean.
3. Enjoy Delicious Food in Uluwatu
Uluwatu has many restaurants that serve healthy food. Here are some of the best ones. La Baracca is by far the most popular in Uluwatu. They have a very extensive menu, great pizza and you can make your own salad. Very trendy place! Suka Espresso, next to La Baracca, is a great place to have a delicious sandwich, a delicious smoothie or a great cappuccino. Suka has only been open for a few months and is already ranked #1 on TripAdvisor. Then there’s Bukit Café. This is where you come to get your daily dose of vitamins. They serve delicious bowls and pancakes for breakfast, refreshing salads for lunch and great burgers for dinner. If you are looking for luxury, then you should go to Dugong. This is a very beautiful restaurant with an infinity pool and nice sun loungers. Enjoy drinks and snacks here and take a dip in the pool. Besides, the sunset here is also amazing.
4. Sunday session at Single Fin and reggae party in Padang Padang
Single Fin is a must-visit place in Uluwatu! It is a restaurant and bar overlooking the ocean where every night around 5-6pm everyone gathers. Here you can enjoy delicious cocktails and good tunes. On Sundays it is even more fun as there is a party from 8pm to 2am. In addition, every Saturday there is a reggae party in Padang Padang. During the week there is always a party to be found somewhere. Just ask around and you’ll know where the party is on that day.
5. Have A Drink at The Rock Bar at Sunset in Uluwatu
This bar is part of the Ayana Resort and from this bar you can witness the most beautiful sunset in Bali. Get here around 4pm and order a cocktail. If you come later, there is a chance you might have to queue. If you’re on a budget, you can also have a delicious meal here. You can also opt to stay a few nights at Ayana Resort and pamper yourself. This is one of the best resorts in Bali!
If you want to have a tattoo placement while on holiday in the Uluwatu area, you might want to consider Ink Satire Tattoo which is one of the best tattoo studios in Bali with a professional level of hygiene and safety. It is located in the Seminyak area which is not that far from Uluwatu.
