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Uluwatu and the Bukit travel guide

Clifftop temples, hidden coves and world-class surf

Uluwatu Temple on its clifftop. Photo: Paskuu, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

15h 45mflight from London
DPSnearest main airport
28° in Aprwarmest month
26° in Augcoolest month

The Bukit peninsula in Bali's far south has dramatic limestone cliffs, beaches reached by steep steps and world-famous surf breaks. Uluwatu Temple sits on a cliff above the ocean, with a fire dance at sunset.

Nusa Dua, on the east side, has calm water and big resorts, good for families.

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What Uluwatu is known for

  • Uluwatu Temple

    A cliffside sea temple.

  • Kecak dance

    Fire dance at sunset.

  • Hidden beaches

    Padang Padang and Bingin.

  • Surfing

    Famous reef breaks.

Top things to do in Uluwatu and the Bukit

  1. 1

    Uluwatu Temple

    Visit for the sunset.

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  2. 2

    The Kecak fire dance

    Held at the temple each evening.

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  3. 3

    Padang Padang Beach

    A cove through a rock gap.

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  4. 4

    Melasti Beach

    White sand below the cliffs.

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Where to stay in Uluwatu and the Bukit

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Best time to visit Uluwatu and the Bukit

Best value: Jan–Apr, Sep. April to October: the dry season and best surf.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 15h 45m from London to DPS, and flights from most UK airports. How long is the flight from your airport?

Spread out: hire a driver or use Grab.

Airport transfer to Uluwatu

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Good to know

  • Hold on to sunglasses and hats at the temple: monkeys snatch them.
  • Some beaches have hundreds of steps.
  • Nusa Dua is best for families.
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Uluwatu and the Bukit FAQ

Is Uluwatu good for beginners?

Most breaks suit experienced surfers.

How far is Uluwatu from the airport?

About 30 to 60 minutes.

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