Which are the best places to visit during the Nusa Dua tour?
1. Pura Geger: One of the most recommended sightseeing places to include in your Nusa Dua tour packages, Pura Geger Temple is one of Nusa Dua's most important cultural landmarks. The temple has a view of the nearby Geger Beach where the sea's waves crash against a rocky limestone base.
In the morning, you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the bay with Mount Agung on the horizon. Every year, on the sixth full moon, there are large celebrations at the temple and the locals refer to the temple as Pura Geger Dalem Pamutih because of a specific shrine dedicated to a deity, Ida Batara Dalem Pamuith.
Location: Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia
Timing: Open 24 hours
2. Water Blow: Water blow is a romantic attraction in Nusa Dua; it's a wondrous landmark that many tourists come to see and photograph. Water blow allows you to see Indian Ocean waves crashing against the limestone edges of the southeastern cliffs.
To see this attraction you need to walk along the paved footpaths on the southern half of the so-called twin island. There is a guardrail-protected circular cement stage and surprisingly it is an ideal location for a photoshoot, so newlywed couples and honeymooners flock to the site to be a part of the beautiful photographs.
Location: Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80363, Indonesia
3. Pristine Pantai Pandawa: Pandawa beach is a hidden gem in Bali, located in Kutuh village. It is about 15 kilometres from Bali's international airport, Ngurah Rai. The road leading to the beach is surrounded by hills and a limestone rock cliff. It's thought to be a stairway to heaven.
The beach is easily accessible, and you can take in the breathtaking scenery. The Pandawa statue can be seen on the way downhill to the beach area. The sand at the beach is thick and hard, so you can play volleyball or go for a run. You can also swim and watch the surfers, both young and old.
Location: Kutuh Village, Kuta Selatan Subdistrict, Badung Regency, Bali Province, Indonesia
Timing: Open 24 hours
4. Serangan Island: Serengan island is also known as Turtle Island because it was once a popular nesting site for green sea turtles. This has changed so quickly as a result of further development, but turtles can still be seen at a local conservation site. Serengan is also the location of the sakenan temple, which can be found on the island's westernmost tip and is a one-of-a-kind destination.
Turtle breeding pens with various species of sea turtles are available at the turtle conservation and education centre. Serengan is also well-known for water sports like surfing and windsurfing. There is also a shark island conservation project that provides safe swimming with reef sharks.
Location: Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
5. Puja Mandala: Puja is the most visited religious space in Bali, out of all other religious sites. This location encompasses two hectare and each structure is built with fine architecture work and the finest carving. Mandalas are an important part of Bali's culture and there are some shops outside where you can buy puja offerings, as it is widely believed that certain rituals are incomplete without Puja.
You can talk to local priests about how to offer puja and participate in rituals. A handwritten Quran has been established in the mosque and anyone, regardless of their religious background, is welcome to attend and participate in the rituals of these various religions.
Location: Jalan Nusa Dua, Kuta Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Timing: 8 AM to 4 PM
6. Pantai Mengiat: Pentai Mengiat is one of Bali's best beaches, and it fronts the Grand Hyatt, Ayodhya, and St. Regis hotels, as well as Amanusa's beach club. An offshore reef protects the beach by preventing waves from breaking on it, keeping the water calm and swimmable.
The beach is easily accessible even if you do not stay in a hotel. Pantai Mengiat is not ideal for snorkelling because it is mostly sand, but there are other snorkelling spots on the north and south islands.
Location: ITDC Area, Nusa Dua, Benoa, Badung, Bali 80363, Indonesia
Timing: Open 24 hours
7. Pasifika Museum: If you are an art enthusiast, include a visit to the famous Pasifika Museum in your Nusa Dua tour Packages. An important art museum, Pasifika Museum exhibits a wide range of cultural art from Asia and the Pacific.
The museum's collections range from cultural to traditional themes. Many well-known paintings are also on display at the museum. The museum has about 11 different galleries dedicated to various cultures and traditions. The goal of the Pasifika Museum is raising awareness as well as educating visitors.
Location: Complex Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC) Area Block P, Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Timing: 10 AM to 6 PM
8. Pantai Geger: Geger Beach is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Bali, as well as one of the location's special private beaches. The beach is located in the Nusa Dua tourism area at Peminge traditional village, Sawagagan. The Hilton Bali resort is only about 20 kilometres from Kuta Beach and is very close to the location.
One of the beach's most appealing features is its sloping coastline and crystal clear sea water. Another important factor that makes it a fantastic destination is that it is not as crowded as other beaches in Bali. The beach is very calm, and it is one of the best places to spend a relaxing weekend with your family.
Location: Benoa, South Kuta, Badung, Bali
Timing: Open 24 hours
9. Pirates Bay Bali: Pirates Bay Bali is a pirate themed open restaurant located in the heart of Nusa Dua, between two peninsulas. It is said that there was a secret pirates hideaway known as Pirates Bay.
It's a hidden location for anyone who wants to pretend to be a pirate crew for a day. There's also a tree house, an abandoned pirate ship, and treasures to be found. It's an excellent choice for families looking for a fun and safe place to spend the day. It creates a one-of-a-kind natural back to basics hideaway on the beach.
Location: The Bay Bali ITDC Area Lot C-0, Nusa Dua, Kuta Selatan, Benoa, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Timing: 10 AM to 11 PM
10. Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park: One of the most stunning destinations to visit on your Nusa Dua trip, Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is dedicated to the Hindu Lord Vishnu and Garuda, who is said to be his mount in Hindu mythology. Garuda is said to have agreed to become Lord Vihnu's mount in exchange for the promise of an elixir of life for his mother.
Garuda wisnu kencana was built to be Indonesia's tallest statue. The statue stands 75 metres tall and 65 metres wide. The weight of the structure is said to be 4000 tonnes, and it is made of brass and copper. Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park spans approximately 240 hectares.
Location: Uluwatu St, Ungasan, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Timing: 8 AM to 9 PM