Lovina

Lovina is a quiet coastal town on the North Bali coastline 5 kilometers west of the city of Singaraja, though the main street, Jalan Raya Singaraja, which crosses the town parallel to the coast, is noisy and congested with sidewalks to walk but as many other parts of Bali not well maintained.

Lovina Halal Explorer

Lovina is a relatively new name coined in the 1950s by a local Buleleng Regency official with a good eye for future tourism-based development. It consists of seven traditional villages, which all merge into one on a ten kilometre stretch of the primary street which hugs the north coast to the west of Singaraja: Temukus, Kalibukbuk, Anturan, Pemaron, Tukad Mungga, Banyualit and Kaliasem. Kalibukuk is the main hub of this area and is often thought of as the "Lovina town centre".

The whole stretch of coast here is fringed by narrow black sand beaches, which are accessed by a multitude of small lanes which run perpendicular to the east-west coast road. The beaches are generally safe for swimming, and the waters of Bali's north coast, in direct contrast to the crashing surf of the south, are relatively calm.

Diving, snorkelling and dolphin watching are the main activities, but perhaps above all else, this is an area in which to relax and take in a very slow, traditional pace of life. It can get a little crowded in July and August, outside that peak season, this is a quiet part of the island.

Lovina also has a large number of cafés. Some of these establishments are not selling tea and sandwiches. They often provide loud music and an expensive and often boring assortment of drinks. Many of the girls working there keeping the patrons company during the evening may be of questionable or negotiable virtue having little issue in following the patrons home after closing time.

It is also not unusual to see older white men in the company of much younger local girls, with the girls acting as short-term girlfriends during the weeks or months the men stay in Indonesia.

Travel to Lovina

Travel on a Bus in Lovina

Perama offers transportation from major tourist destinations in Bali and has a local Lovina office in Anturan. Perama shuttle buses to Lovina leave from Kuta, Sanur, Ubud, Candidasa and Padang Bai. They use mini buses without air-conditioning and the prices are more than reasonable.

By bemo

Long distance bemos are a bit of challenge, but the most experienced of budget traveller. It is always feasible to get to Lovina from most major towns in Bali, almost always via Singaraja.

By car

Most visitors arrive in Lovina from the south in a self-drive hire vehicle or with a vehicle and driver. A journey from Kuta takes about 3 hours and from Sanur slightly less. Ubud is a 2-hour vehicle journey over the central highland range. Many visitors from the south choose though to break their journey at Bedugul or Kintamani.

Best way to travel in Lovina by a Taxi

A pre-paid coupon taxi direct from the airport will cost you Rp 650,000 and takes about 3 hours.

How to get around in Lovina

This is a good area for walking as the roads are relatively quiet and the beaches long and easily passable.

Renting a bicycle is popular and again, easy to find. Many hotels have their own. You should be aware though that away from the coast road and there are a lot of steep hills.

The easiest way to visit the surroundings of Lovina is by renting a motorbike. There are many roadside outlets and expect to pay between Rp 70,000-90,000 per day. The roads are quite good here and nothing like as crowded as in south Bali.

Local bemos ply the north coast road between Singaraja and West Bali, stopping at all points on the Lovina stretch. You will need some patience and they can be very crowded indeed. As there is only one primary street it is hard to get lost. The normal price is Rp 7,000 (Apr 2008) one way.

What to see in Lovina

Lovina’s black sand beaches are quite lovely and lend themselves well to exploration on foot at a leisurely pace. The sea is very calm here and is safe for swimming. The feeling on the beaches is one of laid-back tranquility with small, colourfully decorated traditional outriggers called perahu dotted along the shoreline. These are a reminder that you are in a traditional fishing community. There are a few hawkers, but nothing like as many as on the southern beaches, and this is as good a place as any in Bali to explore quiet beaches at your own pace. At the highest of tides the beaches can get a little difficult to traverse in places, so it is best to time your walks for a falling tide. Be aware that many of the 'black sand' beaches (particularly in the central area) are an unappealing dirty brown with significant amounts of plastic rubbish

The small road that runs down to the beach-front from the main east-west coast route at Kalibukuk is called Jalan Bina Ria. At the beach end of this road is a dolphin statue (complete with one-jawed rusting dolphins). Apart from being a notable piece of souvenirs, this is a reminder of the reason for the initial drive beind tourist development at Lovina (dolphins, obviously). Mini wooden and stone replicas of this statue are for sale widely in the area.

You can arrange a half day trip to the Les Village waterfall, bat cave and coral protection project, 40 km to the east.

• Brahma Vihara Arama - Bali's largest Buddhist monastery located near the village of Dencarik. The monastery is absolutely charming and commands lovely views. Whilst obviously Buddhist with its orange roof, numerous Gold Buddhas and stupas recalling those at Borobudur and the carvings and ornamentation are very Balinese. The combination works well and if it were in a location easier to reach, this attraction would receive far more visitors than it does. A visit here combines well with Banjar Hot Springs.

• Coba Baca Public Library - A collection of (Indonesian), English and Dutch books. Courses in Indonesian language are offered for tourists and expats. The main activity of the organization is to increase the knowledge level of the local inhabitants. This is done with help of English courses, books and other activities. The NGO was founded in 2009 and the number of members is growing. A visit to the library combines well with nearly all the activities in the area.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Lovina

You will be offered dolphin sighting trips. These leave the main beaches each morning at dawn, and have mixed reviews as the boats tend to outnumber the dolphins. It can though still be an enjoyable ride, and if you do find a pod of dolphins it is of course very worthwhile. The price is fixed by the local boatmen's association, and is Rp 80,000 per person. If you are in a group, ask about chartering your own private boat.

Cockfights are popular around Lovina, perhaps more so than anywhere else in Bali. This is taken very seriously, and you will see many older men training the cocks at the roadside throughout the area.

• Banjar Hot Springs - Air Panas | Located west of Lovina, this is an enchanting thermal spas (Muslim Friendly) with stone carved mouths gushing water in a lush garden setting. The waters are naturally a very pleasing temperature and have a high sulphur content. The whole experience here is extremely therapeutic and cleansing. Changing rooms and lockers are provided on site. This is not a straightforward place to get to, and for that reason it is often way less crowded than you would expect for such a lovely spot.

• Morning Dolphin Watching - Enjoy the morning dancing dolphins in their natural habitat accompanied by beautiful sunrise, it's really unforgettable experience lifetimes.

• Aling-Aling Waterfall (about 15 kilometers southeast)

Book a Diving trip in Lovina

There are several dive operators based out of Lovina that operate daily dive and snorkeling trips to [[West Bali National Park|Menjangan Island, Amed, Tulamben, as well as dives from the local beaches. Be sensible and careful as some hotels and counters try to sell unlicensed diving trips that may look official on paper. Do not pay before you have seen the dive centre, and check that you will dive with certified divemasters/instructors.

Spas

Lovina has several spa facilities. While they are more low key than the spas in south Bali and the service is excellent and the prices are much lower than in the south. Do not under-rate or overlook the traditional massage women who work on the beaches at Lovina. Most of these women come from families where massage skills have been passed down through many generations, and they really know what they are doing. A beach massage will also cost you less.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Lovina

Kalibukuk has a number of shops both on the main coast road and on Jalan Bina Ria selling the usual selection of Bali goods. You will find everything from arts and crafts to T-shirts at prices very marginally higher than you would pay in south Bali.

A Lovina speciality though are dolphin statues, usually carved from wood (don't believe those trying to convince they are from ebony!). This is due to the strong association of Lovina with dolphins, and if you want to take home just one souvenir from Lovina and then this is the most appropriate.

Halal Restaurants in Lovina

• Barakuda Popular restaurant specializing in Indonesian style seafood. A good value for the set menu.

• Kopi Bali - Cheap and cheerful Indonesian food. Extremely popular with budget travelers and a good place to hang out to talk travel.

• Sea Breeze - Very well known eatery on the beach in Kalibukuk. Been around for many years serving good value meals. Fish is especially recommended.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Lovina

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With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Lovina. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Lovina. Key components include:

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Lovina, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Lovina, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Lovina, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Lovina without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Lovina is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Lovina.

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Lovina

There is a huge amount of budget and mid-range accommodation in Lovina and many visitors turn up without reservations. Options at the higher end tend to be more limited in availability.

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Telecommunications in Lovina

The telephone area code for Lovina is 0362.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Lovina

• From Lovina you can continue your Bali trip 50 kilometers westwards to Pemuteran and West Bali National Park for more diving, trekking and birdwatching.
• The old administrative capital of Bali at Singaraja is just 20 minutes to the east.
• Bedugul area for lakes, mountains and the botanical gardens, 20 kilometers south, roughly 40 minutes by car.
• from Singaraja every day at 19:00 departure a Menggala bus to Surabaya, (Java) and stop in Lovina.

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