Water Blow Nusa Dua Bali, a Rare Phenomenon on the Island of the Gods

It is common knowledge that Bali is a marine tourism paradise. Therefore, it would be incomplete to have a vacation to the Island of the Gods without feeling the charm of sea water. Usually, people will choose to swim in the sea, canoe, do various water sports, or just sunbathe on the beach.

However, if you want to see a different view, the Water Blow Nusa Dua Bali phenomenon can be the right alternative. The waves crashing against the rocks on the coastal cliffs cause big bursts that can be an interesting photo object or a water play location. Curious how the fun is? Come on, see the following reviews!

The attraction of Water Blow Nusa Dua

Water Blow Nusa Dua is located in the Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC) area, precisely behind the Grand Hyatt Bali Hotel. Uniquely, before becoming a tourist attraction, this area was only a cliff which was considered dangerous by local residents. Then, what is the attraction of this area known as Water Blow Beach? 

The waves crashing against the big rocks

Different from most beaches in Bali, Water Blow Nusa Dua has very strong waves because it is directly opposite the Indian Ocean. Even so, the condition of the waves managed to become an attraction for domestic and foreign tourists. The bursts of waves when they hit the cliffs display an interesting charm that you can capture.

You can go to the edge of the cliff to witness the water blow phenomenon  , where there is a location such as a pier equipped with a gazebo. Even though you are on the edge of a cliff, your safety will still be guaranteed because this location is equipped with a wooden fenced road. If you are lucky, big waves will immediately welcome you to the edge of the cliff. Fun, isn't it?

No beach sand

In addition to different wave conditions, in the water blow area   you will also not find beach sand. Along the shoreline, you will only see rocky cliffs that protect this area from the waves. This condition has prompted the manager to impose a ban on playing in the water or swimming in the water blow area  .

However, you don't have to worry about being bored during your visit to Water Blow Beach. The BTDC has equipped this area with a gazebo so that tourists can sit back while enjoying the exotic scenery of Nusa Dua Water Blow. One thing you need to remember, is to stay careful and obey all the rules that have been made by the manager!

Activities to do

The Nusa Dua area is currently popular among tourists, and the water blow phenomenon is no exception  . Apart from the beautiful open sea views, there are many exciting activities you can do such as relaxing in the gazebo, playing in the water, or capturing the moment through the camera. Let's find out some of the activities you can do at Water Blow Nusa Dua!

Playing in the waves

Even though there is a ban on swimming in the  water blow area , you can still feel the freshness of the sea water by playing water on the edge of the cliff. The bursts of waves that appear between the rocks will give a new sensation when playing in the water. You certainly won't find this phenomenon on other beaches.

You also don't have to worry about being dragged by the waves, because the manager has provided a guardrail in the area around the cliff. Not only that, the paths for tourists have also been neatly arranged with  conblocks  so that they are safe to pass. If so, prepare your body to face the waves at Water Blow Nusa Dua!

Photos with amazing natural scenery

The natural phenomenon of  water blow  which is very unique is certainly a pity to pass up. If you want to get the best moment, come at sunrise. Later, you will see bursts of waves expanding into the air against the background of the blue sea of ​​the Indian Ocean and a burst of sunrise. This condition will certainly be an interesting photo object for you.

Conversely, during the day you can also produce photos that are no less interesting. The position of the beach facing east makes the location of the sun not opposite the camera when you want to capture objects. So that the photo-taking process runs smoothly, don't forget to use a camera protector to keep it safe from splashing water!

Facilities provided

Even though it has just been opened as a public tourist spot, the facilities provided at Water Blow Nusa Dua are quite complete. One of them, you can easily find restaurants on the beach that offer seafood  dishes  at varied prices. There is also a  vending machine  that provides a variety of fresh drinks for you to enjoy.

For those who want to spend a long time in the Water Blow Nusa Dua area, you can rent a room at the Grand Hyatt Nusa Dua Bali Hotel with a price range of IDR 2,180,000 per night. In addition, there are The Lorina Hotel Bali and Hotel Santika Siligita Nusa Dua that you can choose for more affordable lodging with a price range of IDR 264,000-IDR 408,000 per night.

Location and access to Water Blow Nusa Dua

To get to the Water Blow Nusa Dua area, you need to cover a distance of 15 km from Ngurah Rai Airport. From the airport, you can take the Bali Toll Road Mandara to arrive at the Jalan Nusa Dua area. If you depart from the Kuta area, you can choose the Jalan Majapahit route or Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai. Next, you can go through the Benoa Toll Road until you reach the Nusa Dua area.

Arriving in the Nusa Dua area, you can search for the Grand Hyatt Hotel first to find the location of the  water blow  behind the hotel. Before arriving at the location, you will find a large grass field which is the Peninsula Island area. Then, follow the path until you find a gate that says "Water Blow".

Entrance ticket and operating hours

Even though it is located in an elite area, the Water Blow Nusa Dua tourist attraction does not charge any fees for tourists who want to visit. However, you will be charged a different fee if you want to do a pre-wedding photo session   or other commercial activities. At least, you need to prepare a fee of IDR 2,500,000 per session. The rest, you are free to move as long as you pay attention to all the rules set by the manager.

For operational hours, the manager opens it 24 hours a day. In fact, you can watch the performance of the Nusa Dua Light Festival which takes place at 17:00 to 22:00. Here, you can see many beautiful lantern lights. If you are interested in watching, you can immediately look for information about the event in the Nusa Dua area.

Sightseeing around Water Blow Nusa Dua

Satisfied traveling in  water blow , you can still go around to other tourist objects in the Nusa Dua area. Here Traveloka summarizes some recommended tourist attractions that you should visit. That way, your visit to Nusa Dua will be even more enjoyable.

Geger Beach

Geger Beach is one of the beautiful beaches in Nusa Dua that you should not miss. Here, you can see the charm of clear blue sea water combined with brown beach sand. The waves at Geger Beach are relatively calm, so visitors are free to swim and  snorkel . In addition, the experience of diving in the underwater world of Geger Beach will certainly be an interesting experience for you.

Want a more unique experience? You can go around the beach while riding a camel. The rate for this attraction is IDR 560,000 for adults and IDR 322,000 for children per hour. Not only that, there is also the Geger Dalem Pemutih Temple on the beach for those who are interested in cultural tourism. However, this location is forbidden for women who are menstruating.

If you have the opportunity to visit Geger Beach, you need to prepare IDR 3,000 as an entrance ticket. In addition, you also need an additional fee of IDR 25,000 if you want to rent a beach bench to relax.

Tanjung Benoa

It is no secret that Tanjung Benoa is considered the center of  water sports  in Bali. The location is right on the north side of Nusa Dua, precisely in South Kuta District, Badung. Compared to other beaches, the waters of Tanjung Benoa are the most crowded beaches by tourists.

With the charm of white sand and calm waves, this area is safe as a location for playing  speed boats  and  jet skis . In addition, you can visit Turtle Island, where there is a green turtle breeding which is classified as one of the rare animals. To go to this island, you need to rent a  glass bottom boat  at a rate of IDR 1,000,000 for a duration of 1 hour of use.

Surf & Turf Nusa Dua

Want more exciting and challenging rides? Try to visit Surf and Turf Nusa Dua. One of these water amusement parks is located right on the coast of Nusa Dua. Here, you can enjoy  water slides  with a height of 6 meters as a slide location to a swimming pool with a depth of 1.7 meters. There is also a  surf rider, where you are challenged to stand on an artificial wave for as long as possible.

To enter this attraction, you need to pay a ticket for IDR 400,000 for adults and IDR 200,000 for children on weekdays. Meanwhile, on weekends or national holidays tickets are sold at a price of IDR 450,000 for adults and IDR 250,000 for children. In addition to this price, you also need to spend more when you want to try various existing rides.

The Pirates Bay

Since opening in 2012, The Pirates Bay is still a favorite location for tourists who come to the Nusa Dua area. Actually, this place is a beachside restaurant with the concept of a pirate village equipped with two stranded ships. Standing on an area of ​​4,000 square meters, this restaurant provides many choices of tables and seating with different concepts.

The menu offered by this restaurant is varied, ranging from Asian, European, to Indonesian specialties. Uniquely, even though they don't order food, visitors who come are still charged a ticket fee of IDR 50,000 per person. You can visit The Pirates Bay every day at 10:00 to 22:00.

Devdan Show

One more attraction that you should not miss while in Nusa Dua is the Devdan Show. This theatrical performance combines traditional and contemporary dances from five islands in Indonesia, namely Bali, Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan and Papua. This show is usually held at the Bali Nusa Dua Theater with a duration of 90 minutes.

In one week, Devdan Show holds four shows every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 19:30. To watch it, you can choose the ticket price according to the seat location which is around IDR 520,000-IDR 1,560,000. This tourist attraction can certainly add to your insight about the variety of cultures in Indonesia. So, don't forget to bring your camera to capture this performance!

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So, are you more interested in the charm of Water Blow Nusa Dua? If you have the opportunity to visit, remember to always be careful while watching the  water blow . You also need to be a little patient if the bursts of waves do not appear. The reason is, the condition of the waves is quite difficult for you to predict. So, when will you plan your vacation to Nusa Dua?