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Uluwatu Temple (Pura Luhur Uluwatu)
Best time to visit
Arrive 60 to 90 minutes before sunset for golden light and to secure a cliffside spot. Early morning visits offer quieter temple areas and better chances for calm photos.
Budget tips
Entrance fee is roughly IDR 50,000 (about USD 3–4); Kecak dance tickets are sold separately and commonly cost IDR 100,000–200,000 depending on seating. Sarong rental is available for a small fee, and bring cash as card machines can be unreliable.
Recommended for
Photography enthusiasts, Couples and sunset lovers, Culture and performance fans, Nature and cliff-walk lovers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Brze činjenice: Perched atop a sheer limestone cliff about 70 meters above the surf, visitors often watch bold grey-headed macaques brazenly snatch sunglasses or snacks from the unwary. As the sun lowers, the rhythmic chanting of Kecak dancers mixes with crashing waves, making the sunset feel like a live, sensory theatre performance.
Istaknuto: Perched on a 70-meter-high cliff, the clifftop stage becomes a dramatic amphitheater at sunset where a 100-voice Kecak chorus chants in layered rhythms around a ring of fire, the sound swelling against crashing surf. Local legend says a troop of long-tailed macaques will casually snatch anything shiny, so stewards often hang a banana basket to distract up to a dozen cheeky thieves while visitors taste salt on the air and hear the dancers' rhythmic clapping.
Insider tips
- Wear a sarong and cover shoulders to respect the dress code, or rent one at the entrance.
- Secure all loose items and keep bags zipped, monkeys will grab phones, sunglasses, and snacks.
- For the best sunset shots, head to the western cliff path 60 to 90 minutes before sunset and bring a wide-angle lens.
- Avoid Kecak crowds by visiting early morning for the temple or arrive late afternoon if planning to stay for the performance.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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