A slim spit of land stretching north from Nusa Dua, Bali, and facing Benoa Harbour, Tanjung Benoa offers sheltered waters, golden sands, and a wealth of hotels. The main things to do in Tanjung Benoa are water sports. Zip around in a banana boat, or try your hand at parasailing or wakeboarding. More unusual options include flyboarding—soaring above the ocean on water-powered hoverboards—or sea walking—strolling on the seafloor wearing a helmet that pipes air from above.
South Bali is generally at its best during the dry season (which typically runs from the end of April until late October), but even on rainy days, Tanjung Benoa’s sheltered waters are calm and safe. If you’re planning on staying in a hotel on the peninsula—and this is very much hotel territory, not villa land—you’ll find the best prices during the low season, particularly February and March (excluding the Lunar New Year holidays).
Bali’s limited bus services have yet to reach Tanjung Benoa, and defensive driving in Indonesia is the norm; many travelers prefer riding alongside a professional driver who is better equipped to navigate Bali’s roads. Other transport options include walking, taxis, tours, and picking up a 2-wheel or 4-wheel ride on Grab or Gojek. If you prefer taxis, go with Bluebird, the largest and most reputable taxi brand in the country.
Visiting a spa is a Bali rite of passage, and Tanjung Benoa boasts a strong selection, both inside and outside the hotels. Choose between a Balinese massage, which is generally gentle but firm; lulur, a polishing scrub that originates in Java; and a cream bath, a nourishing deep conditioning hair and scalp treatment. Couples won’t want to miss a romantic flower bath filled with fresh hibiscus, frangipani, and more.
