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Nusa Dua is a peninsula in South Bali known as a hub of luxury hotels.

The name Nusa Dua is used in two cases: it refers to both the entire eastern part of the Bukit Peninsula in the south, and a purpose-built, safe and clean tourist area (Kawasan Pariwisata) in the southeast of the peninsula.

In addition to the many luxury hotels, Nusa Dua is home to some of the most popular golf courses, as well as the main convention center on the island. You can find a tour to Nusa Dua from Russia on various search engine sites or, for example,.

The beaches here are magnificent: white sand, deep ocean, enormous length and complete safety for swimming. Geger Public Beach is considered the best if you are not staying in Nusa Dua. It is also home to one of Bali's best museums, which is almost always empty.

Entry into the Nusa Dua tourist area is through a guarded gate and everyone entering is subject to security screening. On the one hand, this can cause slight claustrophobia, on the other hand, it helps guests feel safer. Some tourists criticize the "unnatural" feel of the place, however, given previous terrorist attacks on the island, many guests appreciate the fact that checks ensure their safety.

How to get there

Nusa Dua is located 40 kilometers south of Denpasar, the administrative center. You can find your way around the prices for flights to Denpasar, say. Easily accessible from the city (20 - 30 minutes) or Jimbaran (15 minutes) via the main southern highway called Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai, which becomes Jalan Bypass Nusa Dua as approaching the tourist area.

The international airport is 20 to 30 minutes away by car, and a pre-paid taxi from there will cost between 95,000 and 110,000 rupees. If you are staying here, your hotel can arrange airport transfers.

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Main attractions. What to see

Pantai Geger Beach

Public beach in Nusa Dua. This luxurious white sand beach on the western edge of the enclave retains features not found in the gentrified resort area of ​​Nusa Dua. There is a restaurant, beach tents and masseuses - all working for the local cooperative. By supporting them, you are supporting local people. The beach has a cooling breeze as it is one of the few beaches located to the east. Thanks to the reef, which is located far from the beach, it has some of the warmest water temperatures in the world. Head west from the tourist area of ​​Nusa Dua, pass the golf course, then the St Regis Hotel (on your left). After the St Regis, take the first left towards the beach and park at the Pantai Geger car park.

Water Blow

A place in the Nusa Dua Beach area called the "Water Blow" is a rock formation where waves hitting a rock wall create a giant splash, as if the water were exploding. Water Blow is located on the Nusa Dua Peninsula on Nusa Dua Beach north of the Grand Hyatt Hotel. This amazing attraction is located on the far edge of the peninsula, which hosts major events such as the Nusa Dua Festival, world-class exhibitions and other international events. In this area there are rocks on which a building with an open roof is built. What is unusual about Water Blow is that there is a large constriction in the rock facing the Indian Ocean. When the wave comes and hits the rock, it becomes caught in this narrowing and crashes into the top. From a distance it looks like a huge white foam dancing on top of a rock. The larger and faster the waves, the higher they rise above the cliff. Here you need to be careful not to get wet.

Pacifica Museum

Blok R, TDC Nusa Dua (near Bali Collection), +62 361 774935 ( [email protected]). Opening hours: 10am to 6pm daily. A truly underrated and little known attraction. This superb museum is highly recommended for anyone interested in the art of Southeast Asia and the South Pacific. Both exhibitions of the European artists for whom it became home and exhibitions of local artists are worthy of attention. There is an impressive Indo-Chinese exhibit and a display of Polynesian artifacts. The museum also displays works by famous artists from around the world such as Paul Gauguin, Theo Meyer, Le Meyer, Rudolf Bonn, Ari Smith, Emilio Ambron and many others.

Serangan Island

Translated as “Turtle Island”. It can be reached by boat from Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa. The crystal clear water allows you to observe marine life right from the boat. As its name suggests, Serangan is a turtle sanctuary. Local residents guard the turtle eggs until the turtles hatch, which are then released on local beaches. Besides turtles, there are also reptiles, birds, snakes and bats. The sea turtles that give Serangan its popular name are not found swimming under the ocean cliffs - they are caught here and sold as food. Turtle meat is popular in Denpasar, especially during the holidays.

Beaches. Which ones are better

Many companies in Nusa Dua offer water sports (banana, parasailing, jet ski, diving, etc.). You can book entertainment directly on the beach in Nusa Dua or Tanjung Benoa, or your hotel can arrange it for you. All operators work together, which ensures very little difference in prices. Expect to pay around $25 - $30 for most activities.

Blue Point Beach (Pantai Suluban), Jalan Pantai Suluban, Ungasan. This beach is not as prestigious as or Nusa Dua. But if you visit this beach, you will certainly be fascinated by the exoticism of this place and will not regret the time spent. If you want to look at the beach from above, there is a place in the cafe area with an excellent view. If you want to enjoy the clearest water, you can go down the steps to the beach. To get to the beach, you need to go down and past some fairly steep hills, through a gap between two rocks. The white sand beach is similar to its brothers: Padang Padang Beach and Dreamland Beach. The beach is surrounded by a rock wall with quaint caves and large rocks. Here you can just sit and look at the landscape. The high cliffs surrounding the beach make for a stunning view from any location.

Pandawa Beach, or “Hidden Beach”, Jalan kutuh (near Uluwatu Temple). The beach is located in Kutuh Village, South District, Badung Regency; about 3 kilometers from Nusa Dua area and Uluwatu Temple. In the past, this beach was hidden behind a hill, so it was called the Secret Beach. The secret beach was actually known to some tourists. However, the difficult access to this area has left the place empty. The few visitors were either foreign surfers or local tourists. Entrance fees: 10,000 rupees.

Food. What to try

Outside of luxury hotels in Nusa Dua it is difficult to find a good restaurant. Jalan By Pass, which connects Nusa Dua with Jimbaran, the airport and Kuta, has a large number of Japanese and other Asian restaurants catering to tourist groups. As a rule, it is better to avoid such establishments.

Benoa Cafe, Jl Pratama No 71A, Tanjung Benoa, +62 361 8882720. 12 noon to 10 pm daily. Hungarian restaurant. Reasonable prices and good quality. Free transfers are available from Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa areas.

Bumbu Bali, Jl Pratama, Tanjung Benoa, +62 361 774502. 12 noon to 11 pm daily. The first five-star restaurant of national Balinese cuisine. You won't find the Balinese dishes on the menu that are usually served in hotels and tourist restaurants, as the goal is to serve Balinese dishes the way the Balinese themselves prepare them at home or during traditional ceremonies.

Nusa Dua Beach Grill, Geger Beach (west of Nusa Dua, slight turn south from the main road towards Nikko Hotel). An excellent option, located on a white sandy beach. One of the few quality dining out options in the Nusa Dua area.

Lotus Garden (Lotus Garden), at the entrance to Nusa Dua Resort, +62 361 773378. From 8am to 11pm daily. Part of a popular restaurant chain in , Lombok and Singapore.

Bawang Merah, (Bawang Merah), Jl By Pass Ngurah Rai Nusa Dua, Mumbul, +62 361 7453540. From 12 noon to 11 pm daily. Balinese restaurant.

Things to do

Nusa Dua Golf and Country Club, Kawasan Wisata, Nusa Dua, +62 361 771791 ( [email protected]). Starting time: from 6 am to 4 pm daily. One of the three best golf clubs on the island and perhaps the most popular of all due to its convenient location. Any hotel will be able to organize a tour for you - ask for offers: you can save a lot of money. Booking a tee time is important as the club is very popular.

Nusa Dua is home to many quality spas. If you are staying at a luxury hotel, then you will certainly have access to spa and wellness treatments.

Alam Alang Bali Spa, Jln Mahardika No10X, Mumbul, +62 361 771799/7447453 (fax +62 361 771799). Opening hours: 11am - 9pm daily.

Services: Balinese cream hair bath, stone massage, Balinese Mandi Lulur, Ayurvedic, oil massage of face and head.

Spa Sekar Jagat, Jl Bypass Nusa Dua, +62 361 770210. Opening hours: 9am - 10pm daily. Authentic Balinese massage and spa treatments.

Tamara Spa Bali, Jl Bypass Ngurah Rai, No 999A, Jimbaran +62 36 1 9174533 ( [email protected]). Opening hours: 9am - 5pm daily. The body salon offers body scrubs, beauty treatments and a variety of spa packages.

Thalasso Bali Spa, Jl. Pratama 74, Tanjung Benoa, P.O.Box 43, Nusa Dua 80363, Bali Indonesia, +62361773883 ( [email protected]). Opening hours: 9am - 10pm daily. Located opposite the beach, the salon offers a wide range of thalasso and spa treatments.

The long strips of Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa beaches are connected by an excellent walking path, and morning walks are especially good here. The path runs from Ayodya Resort in the south, approximately 7 kilometers north, to the Grand Mirage on the Tanjung Benoa coast.

Tours

Bali Gothic Tour, (Bali Private Tour), +6281338349417. A private driver provides a Nusa Dua tour that includes water sports at Tanjung Benoa, Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park, Uluwatu Temple, Balangan Beach and dinner in Jimbaran. Cost: 400,000 rupees.

Music DJ Academy (DJ Music School Academy Bali) (Kursus DJ), Jl Gedong Sari 171 (Turn left from Skales Nusa Dua), +6285238013777. Mon-Sun Various DJ courses during your stay in Bali: CDJ DJing, vinyl and digital DJing, music production, scratch and turntablism. Upon completion of the course, students have the opportunity to perform in famous clubs in Bali. Cost: 6,000,000 drachmas for 10 lessons.

Nusa Dua is a purpose-built and rather “sterile” tourist area on the south-eastern side of the Bukit Peninsula (southern tip of Bali). Formerly an area of ​​mangrove swamps, today it is developed with luxury resorts and isolated from the cities and villages of Bali.

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The history of Nusa Dua dates back to the early 1970s. The idea was to create a closed tourist area that would limit the impact of tourism on the traditional way of life of the local population. To achieve this, a barren area of ​​mangrove swamps and fishing villages on the south-eastern edge of the Bukit Peninsula was turned into a tourist area closed to the local population.

In many ways, the idea was successful: Nusa Dua has five-star hotels, neatly trimmed lawns, pedestrian paths without holes or potholes, smooth roads with curbs and drainage systems. At the same time, there are no wandering traders and roadside stalls, traditional warung-style cafes, but all services, as a rule, are very expensive. In general, the only thing that vaguely reminds us of Bali and Indonesia here are taxi drivers with their always “non-working” meters.

Tanjung Benoa is located on a long and thin sand spit 2 km north of Nusa Dua. Tanjung Benoa is known for its good beach and is considered the center of water activities in Bali, such as water skiing, banana boat, water parasailing. Here is the Benoa Harbor pier, from where departures to the nearby islands are located. Tanjung Benoa isn't the most exciting part of Bali, but its village and warung eateries give you an idea of ​​what the island is all about.

This article covers the entire Nusa Dua area plus Tanjung Benoa village.

How to get there

Nusa Dua is located 10 kilometers from Ngurah Rai International Airport. Upon arrival, you can immediately rent a car at the airport; the journey will take approximately 20 minutes. Or pre-pay for a taxi at a special counter at the airport, the cost is not much more expensive than a private taxi driver, but at least they won’t take you on long, roundabout routes and charge you extra money for it. If you have booked a hotel, the management will almost certainly take care of picking you up from the airport.

Minibuses (bemo) run from here to Kuta and Denpasar, but very rarely and the schedule is inconsistent. Most holidaymakers hail a taxi or rent a car to travel around the island.

Beaches of Nusa Dua

Pantai Nusa Dua(Pantai Nusa Dua). Compared to Kuta, Nusa Dua beach is simply fabulous. The sand is soft, fine and without the debris so common in Bali, the waves are small, it’s safe to swim, the water is clean, ideal for swimming, especially for children. Vacationers have access to jogging and cycling paths, football, beach volleyball, good places for fishing and even surfing, and tourists are offered jet ski rides. If you are looking for a good beach without huge crowds of holidaymakers, Nusa Dua is perfect for this purpose. It’s impossible to say that the beach is completely quiet; there are also a lot of swimmers and sun lovers here, but in the morning and evening it’s quite quiet, and the number of vacationers during the day is significantly less compared to Kuta. During high tide, the sea brings with it a lot of garbage, but when the water recedes, workers from neighboring resort complexes immediately remove the garbage. There are street vendors here, but they are few and require a license to operate. So, if you are approached to buy a sarong, a kite or something else, this rarely happens here and the merchants treat vacationers with respect (if they complain, they will lose their license).

Pantai Geger(Pantai Geger). Pantai Geger is considered one of the best beaches on the island of Bali. By its nature, the beach is significantly different from the “sterile atmosphere” of the Nusa Dua resort area. There are no large numbers of hawkers and merchants found on other Bali beaches. The beach is quite safe for swimming thanks to a ridge of reefs at a distance of about 600 m from the shore, protecting the coast from strong waves. So take your children with you, the water here is still and the beach is considered safe for swimming. The beach has soft sand and clear waters, not too shallow at low tide. There are quite a few traditional Indonesian Warung style eateries here that are not found on the main Nusa Dua beach. They sell snacks, beer, seafood and fresh juices.

A significant part of the beach belongs to the Hotel Nikko Bali, which reserves all its amenities (umbrellas, sunbeds) only for guests of its hotel. The beach offers surfing lessons, surfboard rentals, snorkeling, diving, etc., but I don’t recommend snorkeling, there is practically no fish. Surfing is practiced 600 meters from the shore, where the notorious ridge of reefs passes. Pantai Geger is located on the southern tip of Nusa Dua (5 minutes walk from the golf club), some hotels offer a free shuttle bus to this beach.

What to see in Nusa Dua

Devdan Show. This high-energy show is performed on a custom-built stage with special lighting and sound, fiery special effects, aerial acrobatics, smoke, fog and even rain inside the theater. The talk focuses on the diversity of cultures across Indonesia, from Bali to Sumatra, Java, Borneo and Papua. The audience first watches a journey through the Indonesian archipelago, starting in Bali, then transported to the islands of Sumatra, Java, Borneo and Papua. The dynamic show features traditional dances, costumes and music from all regions of Indonesia. DEVDAN Show takes place at the Bali Nusa Dua Theatre. Show days and times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 19:00. Duration: approximately 90 minutes. Address: Bali Nusa Dua Theatre, Komplek BTDC, Nusa Dua, website www.devdanshow.com

Pacifica Museum(Museum Pasifika). This museum is for those interested in Bali painting. In addition to paintings by famous Balinese artists, there are works by European painters for whom Bali became their second home: Paul Gauguin, Theo Meyer, Le Mayer, Rudolf Bonn, Raden Saleh, Arie Smith, Emilio Ambron and many others. There are 600 works in total; the paintings are dominated by scenes from everyday Balinese life. For those wishing to familiarize themselves with the paintings in detail, excursions are offered in several languages. Opening hours: 10:00 – 18:00 daily. Address: BTDC area, Block P, Nusa Dua (within walking distance from Bali Collection), website www.museum-pasifika.com

Serangan Island(“Serangan Island”, translated as “Turtle Island”). Boats to the island depart from Nusa Dua or neighboring Tanjung Benoa. There is a turtle nursery on Serangan where the eggs are guarded until they hatch and the hatchlings are then released into the sea. In addition to turtles, reptiles, birds, snakes and bats live here. The main reason to visit the island is to surf and visit Bali's famous temple, Pura Sakenan.

Things to do in Nusa Dua

Bali Scuba Masters. This diving center provides scuba divers with a full range of training and certification programs. Dive sites around Nusa Dua and popular spots around Bali and nearby islands. The company offers a diving package “Diving & Accommodation safari”, which includes trips around Bali and overnight stays in hotels in the area of ​​the diving sites. This allows you to visit the best dive sites around the island of Bali, while minimizing the time needed to travel by car. The tour operator will take care of travel and hotel reservations. Let us know how many days you want to scuba dive and they will contact you with a recommended dive trip itinerary (dive safaris are available in 4, 5 and 6 day durations). In addition, the company offers a range of water activities that include jet ski rides, water parasailing, fishing, snorkeling, and banana boat rides. Address: Jalan Pratama 85, Nusa Dua, website www.baliscubamasters.com

Spa salons

Most hotels have their own spa, the most popular of them are the following:

Boutique Spa Sekar Jagat, address: Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai Jimbaran, Mumbul, Nusa Dua, website www.balinesespa.com

Jari Menari Nusa Dua, address: Jalan Pratama 88X Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, website www.jarimenarinusadua.com

Rumah Spa Bali, address: Jalan Pratama 35A, Nusa Dua, website www.rumahspabali.com

Mandara Spa at Nikko Bali Resort & Spa, address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, website www.grandnikkobali.com

Cafes and restaurants in Nusa Dua

All Nusa Dua hotels have their own cafes and restaurants. There are no roadside food stalls or kiosks here.

Kayuputi Restaurant. Kayuputi is the most famous high-end restaurant in the St. Regis Bali Resort. The name Kayuputi means "white wood" in Indonesian. It is decorated in stylish white colors, located with views of the coast, with the opportunity to dine al fresco in the gazebos. The food is varied, there are local and international dishes. The prices are, of course, high, but in return you get high quality cuisine, service, a pleasant atmosphere and beautiful surroundings. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, address: Kawasan Pariwisata, Nusa Dua, website www.kayuputirestaurant.com
Other popular restaurants at St. Regis Bali Resort include:

Dulang Restaurant(Balinese and Indonesian cuisine, restaurant surrounded by tropical forest, live music in the evenings);

Boneka Restaurant(European cuisine, buffet style lunch on Sundays);

Gourmand Deli(wide selection of cakes, chocolate and about 15 types of homemade ice cream).

Kendi Kuning Restaurant. This restaurant is part of the Melia Benoa Resort and serves Balinese and international cuisine, with lots of grilled seafood. Chairs and cloth-covered tables are set on the sand overlooking the coastline. The only drawback is mosquitoes, but this is typical for every beach restaurant. Mosquito repellent and free restaurant shuttle service are provided for guests in the Nusa Dua area. Opening hours: 10:00 – 23:00. Address: Melia Benoa Beach, Jalan Segara Samuh Benoa, Nusa Dua, website www.kendikuning.com

The Cafe. This restaurant is part of the Mulia Resort and Villas. The restaurant, which seats approximately 400 people, is very well known for its buffets. During the buffet, each section of the chicly decorated restaurant specializes in popular national dishes: Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Indian, Indonesian, Thai, etc. Specialties include Peking duck, Japanese sushi, sashimi, and there is a huge dessert room (not a dessert counter, but a large room where only desserts are offered) with a wide selection of delicious ice cream, chocolate, and cakes. Besides the Cafe, Mulia Resort and Villas has many other good restaurants (SOLEIL, EDOGIN, CASCADE LOUNGE, MULIA DELI) and bars (THE BAR, SKY BAR, ZJ"S BAR & LOUNGE). Opening hours: breakfast 07:00 - 11 :00, lunch 12:00 - 15:00, snacks 15:00 - 18:00, dinner 18:00 - 23:00 Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan, Mulia Resort and Villas, Nusa Dua. of the hotel where Cafe is located www.themulia.com Unfortunately, information about The Cafe is only in the form of photographs (as, indeed, about other restaurants and bars).

Soleil Restaurant. Soleil Restaurant serves French, Italian and Balinese cuisine. This upscale restaurant is located within the Mulia Bali Resort, overlooking the beach and ocean with stylish interior décor. Soleil is famous for its Sunday buffet with a wide variety of seafood, meat dishes and desserts. Beer, wine, cocktails, juices and other non-alcoholic drinks are included in the price. Address: Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Kawasan Sawangan, Nusa Dua.

Arwana Restaurant. Arwana Restaurant considers itself the best fish restaurant in Bali, specializing in fresh seafood dishes. In the corner of the dining room there is a giant aquarium with live lobsters, crabs, shrimp, clams, squid and other seafood. In addition to seafood, meat dishes and pasta are also prepared. The restaurant is located on the beach with panoramic ocean views. A good place for a romantic dinner on the terrace with the soothing sound of the crashing waves. Opening hours: 07:00 - 23:00, evening barbecue (seafood is grilled, dishes are served buffet style): 18:30 - 23:00. Address: Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot N2 Nusa Dua, website www.arwanarestaurant.com

Nusa Dua Pizza. The cozy restaurant with a terrace is famous for its Italian pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. In addition to pasta and lasagna, there are hamburgers, salads, and sandwiches. Nusa Dua Pizza Restaurant is located just before Nusa Dua, along the Nusa Dua Bypass Road. How to get there: go past the road junction, take the Nusa Dua Bypass road, the Italian restaurant is located in the area of ​​the PRIMA MEDIKA clinic. Opening hours: 11:00 - 20:30, address: Nusa Dua Bypass Road, Nusa Dua, website http://nusadua-pizza.com

Nusa Dua Beach Grill. The cafe is located on the south side of Geger Beach, next to the huge Mulia Resort. It looks like a simple but very popular cafe. The menu offers a wide selection of fresh grilled seafood, Balinese dishes, Italian pizza and pasta dishes. Fresh fish is bought from the market daily and grilled with vegetables, rice or potatoes. There is local Bintang beer and a wide selection of cocktails. Free transfer for those staying at any Nusa Dua hotel after 17:00. Opening hours: 11:30 - 22:00, address: Jalan Pura Geger, Geger Lagoon, Nusa Dua.

Nyoman's Beer Garden. As the name suggests, Nyoman's Beer Garden has a wide selection of beers. There are also wines, cocktails and other spirits to lift your spirits. The German chef serves European and Balinese cuisine. Some dishes such as babi guling (roast pig) or bebek betutu (roast duck) must be ordered one day in advance. If you decide to come for dinner, call + 62 361 775 746, they will send a car for you free of charge if you live in the Nusa Dua area. Opening hours 10:00 - 24:00. Address: Jalan. Pantai Mengiat, Nusa Dua, website http://sendok-bali.com/nyoman-beergarden

Shopping in Nusa Dua

Bali Collection- the largest shopping and entertainment center in Nusa Dua. Here you can buy children's, men's and women's clothing, sports and surfing goods, traditional crafts, souvenirs, under one roof there are supermarkets, restaurants, fast foods, and due to the influx of Russians, there are food stations serving Russian cuisine. Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 10:00 - 22:00. The shopping center is located between the Grand Hyatt Bali to the south and the Melia Bali Sol to the north. There is a bus service to Bali Collection every hour and stops along most of the main hotels in Nusa Dua to pick up passengers. Website http://bali-collection.com

Bali International Convention Center(abbreviated as “BNDCC”) is a complex designed to host various business events. It includes a huge conference room, auditoriums, training and seminar rooms, a selection of restaurants and shops, and is connected to the Westin Resort. A good place to spend an evening, restaurants with live music, shops with high-quality souvenirs, prices not too high. Address: Kawasan BTDC, Lot N3, Nusa Dua, website www.baliconventioncenter.com

Tanjung Benoa

Tanjung Benoa is a cape at the southern tip of the Bukit Peninsula, surrounded on three sides by the sea and white sandy beaches. The main attraction of Tanjung Benoa is its beaches, which are relatively unaffected by the influx of tourists compared to Kuta or Seminyak. For this reason, Tanjung Benoa is a very good place for a relaxing holiday.
With its beautiful beaches and calm waters, Tanjung Benoa is considered the water sports hub of Bali. Water sports activities include parasailing, windsurfing, jet skiing, banana boat, snorkeling, diving and fishing.

Other attractions in Tanjung Benoa include a Chinese Buddhist temple, an arts and crafts market, and a fish market. If you're looking for nightlife, Tanjung Benoa is just a 30-minute drive from Kuta. A short 2km walk from Tanjung Benoa Beach will take you to Nusa Dua.

Things to do in Tanjung Benoa

Water sports and diving from Bali Jet Set Dive&Marine Sports. A popular water sports tour operator organizes diving tours, fishing tours, banana boat rides, jet skis, kayaks, water parasailing, seawalkers (the participant walks underwater with a special helmet, which receives air from an oxygen cylinder located in a boat), stand-up swimming, wakeboarding and windsurfing. Their center on the west side of Tanjung Benoa includes a private beach, swimming pool, diving school, restaurant and bar. Address: Jalan Setra Gandamayu, West Beach, Tanjung Benoa, website www.jetsetmarine.com

Other similar operators:

Wibisana Marine Adventures, address: Jalan Pratama, Margi Pemuunan, Tanjung Benoa, website www.wibisana.com

BMR Dive and Water Sports, address: PT. Rekreasi Bahari Benoa, Tanjung Benoa, website http://bmrbali.com

Spa salons

Thalasso Bali Spa (part of the Grand Mirage Resort Thalasso Bali), address: Jalan Pratama 74, Tanjung Benoa, resort website www.thalassobali.com

Tunjung Sari Spa Bali, address: Jalan Pratama 54Z, Tanjung Benoa, website www.tunjungsarispabali.com

Coconut SPA, address: Jalan Pratama 77, Tanjung Benoa, website http://spa.coconutbali.com

Cafes and restaurants in Tanjung Benoa

Sakala Bali– this complex includes a restaurant, a Beach Lounge with sun loungers and sofas for relaxing, a 50-meter swimming pool with an adjacent bar and a Sky deck overlooking Mount Agung and the coast. There are separate rooms for accommodation. Free transfer to Nusa Dua area upon request. The restaurant serves mainly French cuisine, with an extensive wine list. The restaurant is open from 12:00 to 14:30 and from 18:30 to 22:00; swimming pool: 09:00 - 17:30; beach lounge: 10:00 - 18:00. Address: Jalan Pratama 88, Tanjung Benoa, website http://sakalabali.com

Atlichnaya Bar. A small bar and restaurant serves local and European cuisine. Numerous visitors speak highly of the cocktails and delicious food at cheap prices. The owners offer the services of their own spa located nearby. Address: Jalan Pratama 88, Tanjung Benoa (opposite Bali Khama Hotel).

Bumbu Bali. If you are a little interested in Balinese cuisine, be sure to visit one of the two Bumbu Bali restaurants on Jalan Pratama, the main street of Tanjung Benoa. The first restaurant was opened in 1997 by the Swiss Heinz von Holsen. Being a great admirer of Balinese cuisine, he even wrote a book about the secrets of Balinese cuisine. The food is prepared according to traditional recipes and does not change to suit the tastes of European tourists who are not accustomed to spicy cuisine. On Wednesdays and Fridays, local dancers and live gamelan music perform. The restaurant also offers cooking classes. Opening hours: daily 11:00 - 22:00. Address: Jalan Pratama, Tanjung Benoa (Bumbu Bali 1 is located near Klinik Nusa Dua, Bumbu Bali 2 is across the road from Kind Villa Bintang Resort, the distance between the 2 restaurants is about 500 m), website www.balifoods.com

Mead's Beach Bar & Grill. Meads in Bali is part of Meads Boutique Villa’s Hotel. The menu features a variety of fresh grilled seafood (squid, oysters, shrimp, snapper), meat dishes, popular Australian dishes and Italian pizza. Visitors are allowed to bring a bottle of wine with them and pay a so-called “corkage fee”. Meads in Bali provides free pick-up from your hotel in the Nusa Dua area. Address: Jalan Pratama, Tangjung Benoa, website of the hotel that owns the restaurant www.meadsboutiquevillashotel.com

Glaze Bali. Glaze Bali and Bali Cardamon are owned by the same owners (both are adjacent to each other), so the menu contains almost the same dishes. The only difference is that Glaze Bali has a more modern design, while Bali Cardamon has a traditional Balinese style. Both of these two restaurants are considered among the best in Tanjung Benoa. The menu consists of Indonesian and Balinese dishes, and the restaurant has a wide selection of local, American, Australian, South African and European wines. Free transfer from your hotel in Nusa Dua area. Opening hours: 11:00 – 23:00. Address: Jalan Pratama 97, Tanjung Benoa, website http://glazebali.com

Bali Cardamon. Bali Cardamon Restaurant is decorated in traditional Balinese style. Guests are entertained by dance performances on a small stage. The cuisine is Indonesian and Balinese. The only drawback of both restaurants is the noise. The restaurants are located on a busy street and cars and motorcycles passing by make incredible noise. Unfortunately this is the case for most restaurants here. Opening hours: 11:00 – 23:00. Address: Jalan Pratama 99, Tanjung Benoa, website http://balicardamon.com

Paon Beach club is a popular restaurant located in the Taman Bhagawan multifunctional complex, where Balinese often celebrate festive occasions. This is a very beautiful place with neatly manicured lawns, a swimming pool and sea views. The restaurant mainly serves Balinese and Indonesian cuisine and has a good selection of cocktails and alcoholic drinks. The main highlight of Paon Beach club is "Pasar Minggu" - literally translated as "Sunday Market" in English. During Pasar Minggu, outdoor family fun activities are organized such as ball games, children's slides, bouncy castle slides, children's sandboxes, local craft exhibitions, and kite flying for children. The concept is for children to play to their heart's content while parents eat. Opening hours for Pasar Minggu on Sunday: 11:00-16:00. Unlike most restaurants in the Nusa Dua and Tajung Benoa area, Paon Beach club does not provide transfers between hotels and restaurants. Opening hours: 10:00 - 21:00. Address: Jalan Pratama 70, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua.

Accommodation

Hotels by sightseeing

Perhaps the first place where you can go for a luxurious, comfortable holiday in Bali is the tourist area of ​​Nusa Dua. This is the place of the quietest beaches without dangerous waves, where you can have a great time with the whole family. Also, Nusa Dua is famous for its high level of service and tourist culture. Here you won’t see beggars or pesters on the beach, and no one will bother you again.

The infrastructure of the area corresponds to a given level - on the territory of Nusa Dua there are several golf courses, restaurants and shops of a European level, as well as several recreation and entertainment parks, including the famous "Water Blow". The area is located in the picturesque south of the island and occupies most of the Bukit Peninsula. Denpasar National Airport is only 25 km away. Of course, it is necessary to take into account that the price level in Nusa Dua is slightly higher than in other areas of the island, but believe me, the level of service will not make you doubt.

Restaurant King Cole Bar at St. Regis Bali Resort

King Cole Bar at St. Regis Bali Resort is a wonderful restaurant, the interior of which is designed in a modern style. The terrace offers a picturesque view of the island; there are pools throughout the area that form small waterfalls.

Very attentive waiters will always advise which of the many dishes to choose. Once in this restaurant, you will feel all the delights of high life; at the entrance you will be greeted by a doorman in white gloves, and the head waiter will take you to a cozy table.

An entertainment program awaits all visitors - live music is always playing here.

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Boneka Restaurant at St. Regis Bali Resort

The interior of the Boneka restaurant is made taking into account modern trends - small tables designed for 2-4 people and illuminated by natural light pouring from behind the glass walls.

A beautiful terrace, made in a semicircle, allows you to enjoy the picturesque views of the surrounding area and the fresh ocean breeze.

The restaurant offers an extensive European menu, the portions are quite large and always beautifully decorated. A variety of drinks and desserts will perfectly complete any dinner.

Nusa Dua is a tourist area in the south of Bali, located 25 kilometers from the capital of the island - Denpasar. A popular place for tourism, recreation and kitesurfing. Transport access to the territory of Nusa Dua is limited, but a large number of luxury hotels are concentrated here.

Restaurant Kayuputi at St. Regis Bali Resort

Kayuputi at St. Regis Bali Resort is an excellent restaurant that attracts visitors from afar with its appearance - it is surrounded on all sides by pools, fountains and fancy figures.

The interior of the restaurant is even more luxurious - high ceilings, beautiful crystal chandeliers, a combination of wood and stone create an indescribably refined atmosphere.

The variety of dishes is impressive - here you can taste both Asian and international cuisines, there is a buffet. The restaurant offers excellent service, excellent cuisine and a variety of wines, juices and other drinks.

Shopping complex "Bali Collection"

The Bali Collection shopping complex in Nusa Dua is a large open-air mall with famous brand stores, restaurants and souvenir shops. The Bali Collection has buses from all major hotels in the city.

"Bali Collection" is, first of all, a huge open-air area occupied by small shops and restaurants. The shophouses form a real trading city, the streets of which are decorated with exotic plants and fountains. Not far from the entrance to the complex there is a peace gong - a huge metal gong depicting symbols and attributes of the main religions of the world.

At Bali Collection you can buy a variety of souvenirs, including famous works of Balinese woodworking craftsmen. There are also branded clothing, jewelry and cosmetics stores here. Prices here are higher than in other stores in the city, but this does not deter many customers.

Separately, it is worth noting the huge number of restaurants where you can try food from all over the world. Bali Collection has Italian, Portuguese, Turkish and, of course, Asian restaurants.

Water strike

If you come to Bali, be sure to include in your plans a visit to a real natural miracle - Water Blow. This is a unique natural phenomenon of waves breaking against coastal rocks. The height of the water geyser falling onto the observation deck exceeds human height and drenches everyone who gapes from head to toe. You can observe the impact of a wave during high tides and at other times when the water level in the ocean rises (this happens cyclically, according to the phases of the moon). August is considered the most spectacular season; the waves lack pressure and often do not reach the edge of the cliff.

This natural event attracts several hundred tourists every day who want to take pictures of themselves against the backdrop of the water wall. The place is perfect for wedding photography and family albums. But, still, do not forget to be careful, do not come very close to the cliff. If the water level in the ocean is at its maximum, the wave can easily knock you off your feet. However, if you come out of season, the place is still worth a visit. Water Blow is located on the territory of the park of the same name. Its peculiarity is that all the trees were planted by representatives of different countries, so a walk through this international forest can become a full-fledged educational excursion.

Water Blow is located on the Bukit Peninsula in the area of ​​luxury high-quality hotels in Nusa Dua. The most obvious landmark on the way to Water Blow is the Grand Gyatt Hotel, located near the famous Bali Collection shopping gallery. Heading from the hotel to the ocean you will see a large stone gate with the inscription “Water Blow”; through the gate along a specially equipped path you get straight to the point where the waves crash.

The cost of visiting the park is 35 rupees (about 100 rubles).

Gourmand Deli at St. Regis Bali Resort

The Gourmand Deli restaurant is simply a paradise for those with a sweet tooth. Here you will find a sea of ​​magnificent desserts - cakes, pastries, sweets, and ice cream is perhaps one of the best in Bali. Chocolate lovers will be delighted to see the chocolate fountain! All delicacies are made in the restaurant, in its own confectionery.

And for those who want to not just enjoy local desserts, but also have a full lunch, the menu offers Japanese cuisine - rolls, sushi and miso - all made from the freshest seafood.

This restaurant is quite expensive compared to others in Bali - the average bill is $20-$55.

And all this splendor is complemented by a beautiful interior and water gardens that are everywhere here.

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Many Indonesian islands are fabulously beautiful, and Bali is certainly one of the most amazing and interesting parts of the country. However, its popularity among travelers is associated with a well-designed and successfully implemented large-scale program for the development of tourism infrastructure, which was carried out by the BTDC Corporation.

After all, no matter how good the landscapes are, no matter how unique the culture of the inhabitants, no matter how rich the flora and fauna of Bali, tourists accustomed to a certain level of comfort would never pour into the island in a powerful wave.

About the resort

During the implementation of the program, the Nusa Dua area (more precisely, Benoa), located on the east coast of the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali, was chosen, where the best island resort was rebuilt from scratch. The distance from Ngurah Rai Airport is about 20 km and takes no more than half an hour.

This place is highly recommended to everyone who is very sensitive to the slightest shortcomings of the tourist service, who prefers a “civilized” beach holiday. It’s no secret that many tourist villages on the island provide satisfactory, but far from luxurious service. Although it is quite suitable for those who are on a limited budget or come to Bali for the sake of “Bali”.

Nusa Dua is a small village protected from unauthorized “invasion” by local residents. You can get here through special checkpoints. However, a native or tourist who has not booked a room at a local hotel may still be able to visit the resort. True, at the entrance they sometimes inspect the belongings of those who are suspicious. But any vacationer does not have to worry about the safety of the contents of their suitcases and their own safety. And what is important, you will be freed from endless annoying offers of services and goods.

The territory of Nusa Dua is well planned, almost perfectly groomed and very beautiful. Fans of leisurely walks or cycling will be pleased with the excellent condition of the paths. and catering establishments are presented, as they say, in a wide range. Without any exaggeration, we can say that the resort has a great many advantages, but only one drawback - a clear lack of national flavor. Which, however, can be easily made up for by drawing up and implementing a program of visits to. But more about everything.

Beach

‒ one of the best on the island, well equipped, well maintained, has a gentle entrance to the sea and is suitable for swimming. The latter is important, because the sea off the coast of Bali is noticeably more pleasing, and especially so. By the way, surfing at the resort is possible, but more on that later. The total length of the beaches is 3 km.

The beaches are covered with pleasant champagne-colored sand, the sea is clean. However, some beaches are a bit “exciting”, and in some places it is almost impossible to swim at low tide.

  • Sawangan or Nikko Beach is located in the southern part of the resort. There are almost no ebbs and flows here, but waves are possible. Overall, swimming is comfortable.
  • Geger is also located in the south of the resort. Very popular among Russian tourists, great for small children. During low tide it is suitable for snorkeling.
  • Mengiat is located closer to the center of the resort. Convenient and quite crowded beach. You can swim at low tide.
  • Nusa dua is a beautiful, clean and comfortable beach in the center of the resort. However, it is not possible to swim here during low tides. But you can admire the impressive natural phenomenon called Water Blow: waves crash wildly and beautifully between the rocks.

Housing

The resort and its immediate surroundings offer, that is, hotels of all star levels, guesthouses, villas, etc. Capricious or wealthy tourists will be satisfied with the service of 5* hotels, some of which are known throughout the world for their comfort and chic. Almost all five-star hotels in Nusa Dua are located on the first line. Room prices start from $50/night for two.

The 4* hotel category has more than 60 options. This is more than decent accommodation, but at a much nicer price: from $18/night for two. There are about 75 2* and 3* hotels. Rooms will cost no less than $13/night for two.

Tourists on a budget can find a suitable option among 1* hotels. The price for a room in this category starts from 10 $/night for two.

Thus, not only media personalities and wealthy people can enjoy their vacation; the Nusa Dua resort is accessible to almost everyone.

It is impossible to feel at home in the most spacious and luxurious hotel room. For those who want to feel like a boss even on vacation, it is better to rent a villa. As a rule, this is a decent mansion with an area of ​​200 square meters. m, with a full range of amenities and household appliances, a plot and a swimming pool. The villa will cost from $30/day.

All prices are valid for high season. During the low season, housing prices decrease.


Entertainment

Bali is, in principle, not the best place for lovers of parties and incendiary parties. There is only one place on the entire island where tourists craving a vibrant nightlife can enjoy their holiday - Kuta in the southwestern part of the island. Nusa Dua is a calm, and "decent" resort. Here you don’t suffer from insomnia due to the roar of the dance floors, and you won’t see cheerful young people wandering around the streets until dawn. However, there are many options to have a good time.

To the delight of connoisseurs of cultural spectacles, there is a theater - Bali Nusa Dua Theatre, where several times a week you can see a colorful dance show on stories dedicated to the history and culture of Bali.

The island offers all kinds of water activities, among which surfing is worth highlighting. This activity is seasonal for each section of the coast of Bali. So, in Nusa Dua they catch waves in the low season, from November to March. For lovers of water attractions, we recommend Bali Wake Park, located approximately 14 km north of the resort.

There are few attractions directly in Nusa Dua and its surroundings. This:

  • the magnificent Nusa Dua Park;
  • Puja Mandala is a square where temples of five faiths allowed in Indonesia are erected: Muslim, Buddhist, traditional Balinese, Catholic and Protestant;
  • Pacifica Museum of Art.

The resort will meet the expectations of those who consider shopping a pleasant pastime. Frankly speaking, the creators of the resort have made a lot of efforts to ensure that dear guests leave as much money as possible in local stores.

The Bali Collection center was created in the best traditions of the trading business. In addition to a pleasant walk through the labyrinth of world-famous brand stores, here you can relax in a massage parlor, get yourself in order in one of the beauty studios, or sit in a cafe or restaurant. From time to time, entertainment events are held on its territory. Many hotels offer a free shuttle to Bali Collection. In a word, the center is good for everyone, but the prices are steep.


Nutrition

Something, really. Particularly impressive is the number of breathtakingly expensive restaurants, many of which are located in luxury hotels. But there are even more establishments for less wealthy travelers, and warungs, traditional eateries, are recommended for tourists on a very limited budget. Perhaps the dishes in warungs do not qualify for Michelin stars, but they are quite affordable, tasty and satisfying.

For those who decide to prepare their own food, we recommend the quite decent Hardy’s Nusa Dua supermarket, located near the aforementioned souvenir market.

Weather

In general, the weather at the resort is typical for the Bukit Peninsula - somewhat drier than in most of Bali. Bali is located in the equatorial monsoon climate zone, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The first lasts from May to October (local winter), the second - from November to March (summer). The air temperature varies slightly throughout the day and year, and the water temperature fluctuates within even smaller limits.

The hottest month is March, when during the day the air warms up to +32⁰ and above, the coolest is July (+28⁰ ... +30⁰). The warmest sea is in March: up to +30⁰, the coldest, when the water can cool below +27⁰, is in July. At first glance, you can relax here all year round. But still, the time of the trip should be taken more seriously.

Indeed, Nusa Dua is located on the east coast, which is not affected by the storms that block access to the beaches in the west. In addition, during this period an additional “option” opens up in the form of surfing. But still, deadly humidity, terrible heat, as well as frequent downpours that can cancel all planned excursions can significantly spoil your vacation.

So, Nusa Dua is a well-groomed and cozy resort offering a calm, “lazy” and comfortable holiday. The disadvantages include some distance from many of the most interesting Balinese attractions and, of course, not very pleasant prices.

Hello my readers. I want to tell you about my beloved Nusa Dua.

It is considered the most expensive on the entire island.

The area is fenced with security at the entrance. Every car is checked. But what I like about the Balinese is that the security always apologizes to tourists and drivers for the disturbance and inconvenience caused.

There are 5 and 4 star hotels on the coast. Of course the most expensive on the entire coast of Bali.

How to get there from the airport.

You can get from the airport to the Nusa Dua area by Uber taxi. The cost is about 70,000-80,000 rupees (5 - 7 $). But Uber is new to the island and so sometimes the system fails. In addition, drivers sometimes cannot determine where to pick up a client. They refer to a taxi service that does not give a clear picture of where to wait for the client.

Keep in mind that sometimes the driver asks to pay for his time in the parking lot, about 4,000 - 10,000 rupees.

If you catch a taxi yourself, drivers start with 200,000 rupees (about $15), but feel free to bargain and drop to 100,000 - 120,000 rupees (7-8 $).

All hotels have a pick-up service at the airport. Then the cost will be 260,000 - 300,000 rupees (25 - 30 $).

Beach.

When we were going to Bali for the first time in 2012, we read many reviews that the island was not intended for a beach holiday.

Bali is beautiful. And I prefer the coast of Nusa Dua, for its beautiful, always clean beach, turquoise water and calm waves.

Beach at Nusa Dua Beach & Spa

This place is ideal for families with children. Good entry into the sea, warm water +32 and soft sand, what else is needed for a children's holiday.

The water is clean and clear, if you swim a little from the shore with a mask and snorkel, you can watch the fish. Pretty good snorkeling.

My children never left the water. It took a lot of effort to lure them to shore. The eldest disappeared with a mask, and the youngest splashed near the shore.
Somewhere the water goes very far at low tide. But if you walk a little to the side, you can swim calmly.

Beach at the Novotel hotel. You can always swim here.

You can always swim on the beach, which belongs to the Novotel hotel. It's true there is a strong current there. But again, everything can be solved by walking towards the Ayodya Hotel.

The water is clean and clear, water temperature +32. Children cannot be removed from the water.

All hotels have their own sun loungers. Security guards keep order on the beach.

Each hotel has its own sun loungers. Trees create natural shade. Security on the beach keeps order.

In 2018, we stayed on the Jimbaran coast, and when we arrived to sunbathe on the Nusa Dua beach, we were faced with the fact that security really makes sure that the sunbeds are occupied only by hotel guests. We were sincerely surprised when we offered to pay for sunbeds.

We managed to do this only at the INAYA Putri Bali Resort. The cost of 2 sun loungers was 100,000 rupees (about 7-8 $) for the whole day.

The purest sand Nusa Dua

The bay where the hotel is located was a quiet, calm place in 2012 (we visited the island for the first time). Now (2018) the beach is quite noisy, the Balinese have organized scooter rides. They park right next to the hotel. The constant noise of the engine disturbs vacationers.

Beach sellers selling all sorts of nonsense are not too intrusive. You can purchase excursions from them.

Masseuses hide and operate mainly in the beach area of ​​the Ayoda Hotel. The massage is not even bad. We did it almost every day. Women try with all their hearts.

Nusa Dua beach is long. There is a paved path between the hotels and the beach. It's very nice to take a walk in the evening.

It is very comfortable to walk along the asphalt path along the beach. You can also rent a bicycle.

Also along this path you will quickly reach the Bali Collection shopping center.

You can find anything you want in a shopping center.

The closest way to get from the hotel is along the shore, or take a bus from the hotel reception, which will take you to the shops for free. You can return, the same on it.
There are shops with clothes, souvenirs, currency exchange offices, supermarkets, and of course cafes and restaurants.

On the territory of shopping areas, there are a huge number of cafes and restaurants.

Stores with branded clothing (mostly sportswear) are not the cheapest.
The SOGO chain of stores is located in Bali Collection. In addition to branded brands, it features brands from local designers. Sometimes they are very worthwhile and at a reasonable price.

A large number of branded silk scarves, very beautiful. They will be a wonderful souvenir for any fashionista. I bought this scarf in 2012 and it’s still like new.

There is a department of toys, shoes, bags, jewelry and souvenirs made of wood.

You can buy designer items at the lowest cost. Maybe someone will appreciate this thing))))

Cafes and restaurants offer exchanges from different countries, for any budget. Almost all establishments have a menu in Russian. In the evening, musicians play live music.

Signboard of one of the cafes. we passed by this sucking pig. But maybe someone will dare to experiment? Write in the comments, would you try this dish?

Entertainment.

People come to Nusa Dua to relax and there is not much entertainment here. Fans of active night parties and get-togethers should go to Kuta.

Eat . This theatrical performance takes place on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Ticket prices start from 500,000 rupees per adult, from 260,000 rupees per child. The price depends on the place in the hall.

Tickets can be purchased on the official website, at the hotel and from distributors.

If you buy tickets at the hotel, a free shuttle will take you there and back.



We attended this event. It is unreasonably expensive. I can’t say that I liked it much, much less squealed with delight. If you are planning to visit a safari park, then I advise you not to even waste money and time on Devdan, because it is only a pitiful semblance of the Agung Show in the Safari Park.

 

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