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Writer's pictureAlan Ho

Things to do in Sanur Beach


BALI, INDONESIA: Sanur is where tourism first started in Bali back in the 1950s. Today, tourism is everywhere on the island, but Sanur is still a place where one can enjoy the quieter side of the tourism boom. Sanur doesn't have the crazy traffic you see in other areas, but the beach does get busy with both locals and tourists.


Sanur Beach
Sanur Beach



Here is how we will spend the day.


Watch the beautiful sunrise


Sanur Beach might be the next best spot to catch sunrise after Mount Batur. The beach is filled with other like-minded beachgoers, all want to be there to catch the first light and absorb the beautiful sight.


Sunrise at Sanur Beach
Sunrise at Sanur Beach

Have breakfast at Made Weti


Start the day to try Nasi Bali. Nasi Bali, or Nasi Campur Bali, is mixed rice with small servings of different dishes. Just approach the staff, get a sit and the food will come to you. You are likely to be eating with one hand holding the plate and the other holding the spoon. It is a spicy dish so come prepared with water to wash down the spice.


Made Weti
Made Weti

Try Kite Surfing


This is a step up from surfing. Nothing beats tying yourself to a kite and speeding through the wave with sea water splashing on your face. This is the hardest and the most physically demanding thing to do for anyone who doesn't surf.


Kite Surfing at Sanur Beach
Kite Surfing at Sanur Beach

Run 10k on Sanur Beach


For runners who still want to keep up with their training program, Sanur Beach is a perfect spot for a 10k run. End to end is a nice 5 km route and just back running back and fore will get you the 10km needed.


10km running route at Sanur Beach
10km running route at Sanur Beach

Catch a boat to Nusa Penida


If spending time on the beach starts to bore you, hop on to a ferry to Nusa Penida for a day trip. There are a few stunning views you will want to see. Plan to spend a day there as traffic can be bad and all the scenic spots tend to be crowded.


Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida

Have an gelato at Massimo


No Sanur Beach trip is complete without having a gelato at Massimo. Massimo has more than 30 flavours for you to choose from. An ice cream cone is only IDR 20k and you get to pick 2 flavours. They are so popular that a high crowd gathers every night.


Massimo
Massimo

Relax in a gazebo


As you start winding down for the day, head down to the south side of the beach where you can find a few gazebos to catch the late afternoon breeze and listen to the sound of breaking waves.


Gazebo at Sanur Beach
Gazebo at Sanur Beach

Go to Sanur Night Market


The night market is also known as Sindhu Market. To end the day, head to the night market where you can try some local street food. Here is the top 5 street food in Sindhu Market.


Sindhu Market
Sindhu Market





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