Stretchout under an umbrella, or swim, dive and surf at this iconic Balinese beach.Kuta Beach is known for its warm and calm water, perfect surf breaks, luxuriousmassages and gorgeous sunsets, and each year it attracts visitors from allcorners of the globe.
Fewwho come to Kuta miss the opportunity to visit the beach daily, as it forms thecentrepiece of the town. The stretch of sand connects the four main villages ofthe western coast of Bali: Kuta, Legian, Tuban and Seminyak. Over the years theboundaries that separated have blurred and today there is little to distinguishwhere each one begins. Gone are the days of Kuta Beach being a secret reservedfor adventurous surfers and locals: Kuta Beach is a lively and busyentertainment precinct with plenty of conveniences.
Whilethe waves of Kuta are world-renowned, they are gentle enough for beginners.Sign up for a class with the local surf school to learn how to stay safe in thewater and catch some waves. Kuta Beach has more to offer than just surfing. Tryparasailing or skim across the water on board a banana boat. Keep two feet onland as you get a temporary tattoo, a massage or have your hair braided.
Kuta’sreputation for a party town has grown in recent years and it’s possible todance until the sun comes up at clubs across town. For a more relaxedexperience, sample the local cuisine at a beachfront restaurant beforestrolling through the colourful streets of the village and meeting the smilinglocals.
Whilethe Kuta locals are generally welcoming and extremely approachable, be sure tokeep track of your possessions as the volume of people on the streets by nightcan lead to theft.
Visitorsstaying in Kuta can reach the beach on foot in minutes. Rent a scooter or hopin a taxi to reach the further reaches of the beach in no time. There is limitedparking for visitors arriving by car. The beach is best visited during the dryseason, when temperatures are more moderate, between May and October.
