Fast becoming one of Bali’s most popular tourist hubs, Nusa Lembongan is a captivating island off the south-eastern shores of Indonesia’s holiday capital. Tipped to be one of the vacation Mecca’s more tranquil corners, Nusa Lembongan is notably calmer and less congested than the bustling environs of southern Bali. Bereft of traffic jams and crowded beaches littered with hawkers, this quiet island provides a scenic setting ideal for rest and relaxation. Equally well-known as a water sports heartland, a holiday in Nusa Lembongan combines the best elements of a beach holiday with natural wonders, water sports, and recreational activities thrown into the mix.
Visitors will be spoilt for choice when it comes to stunning beaches in Nusa Lembongan as the venue is home to the aptly named Dream Beach which boasts white sands and secluded beachfronts across its coastline. Seasoned swimmers can also go for a dip in this striking resort haven, where privacy and seclusion reigns supreme. Sandy Bay or Sunset Beach is another pristine highlight with mysterious caves that appear out of nowhere off limestone mountainsides at low tide. Panoramic views are up for grabs on Tamarind Beach and Scoobydoo Beach while the Devil’s Tear promontory is another natural wonder with plumes of sea water and spectacular waves bouncing off of its rocky protrusions.
Marine life enthusiasts can visit the Aquatic Alliance while nature lovers can explore the mangrove forests of Nusa Lembongan which also houses a calm lagoon ideal for swimming activities for the whole family. The seaweed farms are equally intriguing as they are used by the cosmetics industry in Asia. Located on the southern fringes of Lembongan Village, visitors can observe seaweed farming methods. The Punak Sari Temple is one of the island’s biggest and most elaborate Hindu temples which also offer visitors 360 degree views of the straits and Bali. The island’s quirky suspension bridge is also a revered point of interest as are Nusa Lembongan’s colourful sunsets that are best viewed from Jungut Batu Beach.
Travellers on the lookout for the best Uluwatu hotels in Bali should look no further than the stylish Anantara Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa. Offering guests the best in modern comforts it is little wonder this elegant rest is ranked among the best Bali resorts in the holiday capital.
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