Nusa Dua Beach (Pantai Mengiat)

As you would imagine, a beach lined with some of the most prestigious 5-star resorts on Bali is not going to be too shabby. Nusa Dua beach certainly doesn’t disappoint with its stretch of soft white sand, clear blue seas and air of laid back indulgence. With a backdrop of palm trees and lush tropical vegetation you could even forget you were in Bali’s resort central.

The water at Nusa Dua is generally calm thanks to an offshore barrier reef. This means you can usually enjoy a swim from the beach or, if you are feeling a little more adventurous, grab a snorkel and mask and check out the sea life. XXXXXThis same reef is also home to some really great waves during the surfing season.XXXXX

XXXXXIf you are looking for a less energetic way of getting out on the water then there are plenty of boat trips from the beach. You can hitch a ride with one of the local fishermen in their traditional wooden boats or check out the reef life in one of the glass-bottom boats that operate from here.XXXXX

One thing worth checking out if you are at Nusa Dua beach is the blowhole. Located on a headland in front of the Grand Hyatt Hotel you can watch huge plumes of spray getting ejecting skywards and all the sounds that go with it.