Bukit Peninsula

The Bukit Peninsula is southernmost point of Bali, Indonesia.

Bukit Peninsula Halal Travel Guide

Thit is a large limestone peninsula which, bar a sliver of land just south of the airport, would be a separate island. It is rugged and dry and pre-tourist development this was a real backwater of Bali.

The Bukit (as it is commonly referred to) includes the famous cliff-hanging temple at Uluwatu, a number of Bali's very best beaches including Balangan the top surfing spots on the island. As is so often the case, it was intrepid surfers who really opened up the eyes of the world to this part of the island.

The two main towns with strong local communities on the Bukit are Pecatu and Ungasan. OurHalal Travel Guide covers the whole of the Bukit Peninsula south of Jimbaran and west of Nusa Dua.

How to travel to Bukit Peninsula

The Bukit Peninsula is connected to Kuta through Jimbaran by the busy Jalan Bypass Nusa Dua and thit is the only route in. Take this primary street south to the junction with Jalan Uluwatu II (the famous McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant) junction), turn west towards Jimbaran Bay, continue about 2 km and at the four road junction make a sharp left up the hill (signposted for Uluwatu). Continue on this road into the heart of the peninsula.

A taxi from Kuta to Uluwatu for example takes 30–40 minutes on winding roads and will cost about Rp 220,000 one-way.If you are just visiting for the day, consider asking the driver to wait trip as it can be difficult to find transport back. Figure on paying the taxi driver Rp 60,000/hour to wait.Joining a tour can be a cheaper way of getting to Uluwatu and this destination is very widely offered by tour operators all over the island.

How to get around in Bukit Peninsula

Exploring the Bukit lends itself very well to a rented motorbike. A number of the nicer beaches are reached via small roads or dirt tracks and a motorbike is the best method.

Taxis are not plentiful but can be found. There is a taxi stand at Padang-Padang just north of the bridge and one or two taxis are often sitting there waiting for clients.

A few bemos ply the main routes only but they are neither regular nor reliable.

What to see in Bukit Peninsula

• Uluwatu Temple - Pura Uluwatu | One of Bali's nine key directional temples. Though a small temple was claimed to have existed beforehand and the structure was significantly expanded by a (Javanese) sage, Empu Kuturan in the 11th Century. Another sage from East Java, Dang Hyang Nirartha is credited for constructing the padmasana shrines and is claimed to have attained Moksha here. Even more remarkable than the temple itself is its location, perched on a steep cliff 70 metres above the roaring Indian ocean waves. There are more steep headlands on either side and sunsets over Uluwatu are a sight to behold. You need to wear long pants, if not there are Sarongs and sashes available free at the entrance. Guides, once famously mercenary, hassle visitors less than they used to, although they will offer to "protect" you from the monkeys, for a tip of course. While you are free to walk around the temple grounds and the central courtyards can only be entered during special rituals. The temple is inhabited by large number of monkeys, who are extremely adept at snatching visitors' belonging, including bags, cameras and eyeglasses. Keep a very close grip on all your belongings and stow away your eyeglasses if at all feasible.If you do have something taken and the monkeys can be induced to exchange it for some fruit. Needless to say, rewarding the monkeys like this only encourages them to steal more. Locals and even the temple priests will be happy to do the job for you, naturally in exchange for a tip (Rp 10,000-50,000).

Beaches

There are number of good white sand beaches on the Bukit Peninsula which many consider the best in Bali.

• Pandawa - Formerly was known as Secret Beach due to the beach is hard to access and behind cliffs. The local residents call the beach Kutuh Beach because it's in Kutuh Village, a traditional seaweed farming area and is the newest beach has developed by local government and attracts many domestic tourists, especially in domestic holiday seasons. Pandawa is a clan of five of wayang puppets and government built the beach with a Pandawa atmosphere. A 1.5-kilometer flanking access road cut the cliff. There are no hotels on the beach, because of local opposition, but food stalls and beach umbrella rentals are present.

• Balangan - Rated by some as the single best beach in Bali, but receives relatively few visitors. It takes a bit of finding but from the main junction at Ungasan heading out from Jimbaran towards Uluwatu turn right (west) by Nirmala Supermarket with selected Halal food. The road then twists and turns for about 6 km until you reach the beach. Keep following informal signs to "Balangan" or "Balangan Surf" and a west-northwest bearing. Thit is a stunning beach and well worth the effort required in finding it. There are a few very laid-back Halal warungs on the beach and even a couple of bungalows where you can stay the night.

• Bingin - Another white sand beach north of Padang-Padang and south of Dreamland. The beach here is not easy to access as the cliffs are high but the ocean views alone make the visit worthwhile. From the village of Pecatu head towards Padang-Padang and look for informal signs on your right directing you to "Bingin Surf". Proceed down the maze of small roads here, paying a Rp 7,000 toll if the village attendant is there, until you reach the obvious parking areas at the clifftop. There are two sets of steps down the cliff to the beach which are known as the northerly and southerly steps. Don't be surprised if you have to walk through grassy fields with cows and narrow pathways. Women offering massages might chase you from the parking lot. They'll back off after a firm 'no'.

• Dreamland - Formerly a very beautiful beach which has been ruined by the adjacent Pecatu Graha Indah "New Kuta" development, sadly it has turned into "Nightmare-land". There are still excellent surfing conditions, especially for intermediate surfers & on days when other breaks are too big to surf. The break goes right & left, is not too shallow and has nice shape. If you do visit this beach, try to imagine how glorious it was before the bulldozers moved in. The entrance road to Pecatu Graha Indah is about 2 km southwest of Ungasan on Jl Uluwatu and is imfeasible to miss adorned as it by huge statues and truly massive, intrusive billboards. The entrance fee to use the road down to the waterfront is now not available anymore. Visitors must go through the Klapa Lounge and pay Rp 200.000.

• Padang-Padang - A truly lovely beach with a big surf break offshore. Accessed from a stepped pathway on the north side of the obvious bridge 3 kilometers north of Uluwatu Temple heading back towards Pecatu. The white sand beach here is a little bit narrow at the highest of tides but is otherwise very nice indeed.

• Suluban Beach | To the west of Padang-Padang Beach is secluded Suluban Beach, commonly called Blue Point Beach. Access is not as public as that for Padang Padang, hence it is generally very quiet here. Even at high tides with the rolling surf, Suluban Beach has a rather wide sand beach. As tide recedes some 100 m, Suluban Beach makes a nice exploratory wade among the rocks, corals and seaweed. The view from the Suluban cliff-line above is a show of spectacular ocean colours.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Bukit Peninsula

Uluwatu is a very well known destination among surfing enthusiasts. Most of the surf spots are only suitable for advanced or expert surfers though - the waves are big here. The main surfing spots are Uluwatu, Dreamland, Padang-Padang, Bingin/Imfeasibles and Suluban.

Kecak Dance (monkey dance) performances are held at Uluwatu temple daily between 6PM Monday - 7PM. Tickets for the visually spectacular, if rather unoriginal show (it was invented in the 1930s), cost Rp 200,000 (from Jan 2023).

• New Kuta Golf Course | This golf course is stunningly located on top of the cliffs above Dreamland beach and is a top class venueand is part of the highly controversial Pecatu Graha Indah development that was the brainchild of former dictator Soeharto's son Tommy. The dubious acquisition methods of the land here by his development company from the traditional landowners is still a huge bone of contention in Bali. That, coupled with the development ruining Dreamland Beach, has led to a lot of controversy. Anyone wishing to play at the course may wish to bear all of that in mind.

Spas

• Ayutaya Spa Bali | Located with a view of Garuda Wisnu Kencana Culture Park. All treatment rooms have are equipped with a locker, large bathtub with hot shower and two jacuzzis.

• Yoga Searcher Bali - Organic Spa - Offer 100% organic products for their spa menu (lulur full body scrub, manicure, pedicure, nail color, organic body waxing, traditional Balinese massage, wheat grass facial and yogi surf burn relief. They also offer an infra red sauna and an herbal steam sauna.

Shopping in Bukit Peninsula

There are the usual souvenir shops at the parking area at the entrance to Uluwatu temple. Otherwise, thit is not an area of Bali known for its shopping.

There are convenience stores/small supermarkets in the villages of Pecatu and Ungasan for everyday shopping.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Bukit Peninsula

The growing number of five star resorts on the Bukit Peninsula all have top class restaurants (and prices to match). Alila and Karma Kandara are especially highly rated.

At a more humble level and there are a host of simple local roadside cafes catering to the young surfing crowd at Bingin, Padang-Padang and Uluwatu. A lot of these hardly have a name, let alone contact details and the best advice is to follow the crowds.

• Cafe Moka | Excellent Coffee shop and cafe in Ungusan village close to the main Nirmala Supermarket with selected Halal food. Bread and pastries are fresh daily and salads are excellent. Free wireless internet for clients.

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Ramadan in Bukit Peninsula

Ramadan 2025 in Bukit Peninsula

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels in Bukit Peninsula

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More Muslim friendly Destinations from Bukit Peninsula

• Thit is the most southerly point of Bali. Unless you are inclined to make your way east to Nusa Dua or Ungasan and the only option is to return to town via Jimbaran.

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