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Uluwatu

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What to see in Uluwatu

Cliffs above the Indian Ocean, surf breaks and Uluwatu Temple with its kecak dance.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 4 must-see places
  • Best time: from April to October
  • Stay in Uluwatu
Photo: kharistama · CC BY 3.0

Uluwatu highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Temple

    Uluwatu Temple stands on a 70 m cliff; at sunset there’s the kecak dance. Watch out for the monkeys.

  2. Padang Padang

    A small cove of white sand among the rocks, reached by a staircase between the boulders.

  3. Karang Boma

    A clifftop headland above the ocean, with one of the most spectacular views on the peninsula.

  4. Single Fin

    A bar on the cliff overlooking the surf; lively on Sunday evenings at sunset.

Where to stay in Uluwatu

The handiest areas for getting around and going out.

  • Recommended areas

    Uluwatu

Day trips from Uluwatu

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to Uluwatu

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Uluwatu are from April to October. If you can, avoid from December to February (rainy season).

  1. Jan with strong warnings
  2. Feb with strong warnings
  3. Mar with warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov with warnings
  12. Dec with strong warnings
  • from November to March

    Rainy season

    From November to March it rains almost every day, usually in short storms; the sea is rougher for crossing to Nusa or the Gilis.

    What to do: Book boat trips with flexible dates and keep the mornings for outdoor plans.

  • February, March

    Ramadan (approximate dates)

    During the day many restaurants close or open less and museum and shop hours change. The evenings, with iftar, are very special.

    What to do: Out of respect, don’t eat or drink in the street during the day; book dinner for after sunset.

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: warung. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Indonesia guide.

  • The Warung Alila

    Uluwatu

    Recommended in Uluwatu.

  • Single Fin Cafe

    Uluwatu

    Recommended in Uluwatu.

Frequently asked questions about Uluwatu

What to see in Uluwatu?

Temple, Padang Padang, Karang Boma and Single Fin.

What to see in Uluwatu in one day?

Don’t miss Temple, Padang Padang, Karang Boma and Single Fin. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

Where to stay in Uluwatu?

The handiest areas to stay are Uluwatu.

What’s the best time to travel to Uluwatu?

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Uluwatu are from April to October. If you can, avoid from December to February (rainy season).

What day trips can you take from Uluwatu?

Kecak at Uluwatu.

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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.