Batu Bolong - Whats Special?
Batu Bolong Beach is similar in beauty and mood to Tanah Lot. This is evidenced by the presence of a big rock and a temple on it. The name Batu Bolong refers to the rock’s bottom hole. It is also a feature of Bali’s Batu Bolong Beach.
Choose the afternoon as the perfect time to appreciate the splendor of the sunset or simply relax at a beachside cafe. The majority of visitors come in the afternoon to see the spectacular sunset. This beach, like Tanah Lot, is considerably more unusual because of the existence of hollow rocks.
How to get to Batu Bolong Beach?
Batu Bolong Beach Bali lies at the end of Batu Bolong Street, directly across from Old Man’s Beach Bar & Restaurant.
It is conveniently walkable from the main street of Batu Bolong for those staying in Canggu and is very popular for surfing.
This beach is located in Canggu and approximately 14 kilometers from the Kuta region. Both ride hailing and rented vehicles are viable possibilities. The first choice is less expensive. However, if one is particularly mobile, it is preferable to rent a car/scooter.
Head to Raya Legian street from the Kuta beach area. Simply continue straight till you reach the Raya Taman street left turn. Take the first left and follow the route to Raya Kerobokan street. Continue straight until you see a sign for Canggu/Tabanan. Turn left as directed by the sign.
Raya Semer street is reached after turning left. Continue on this street for 2.5 kilometers before turning left into Raya Canggu Street. Continue along this street. At approximately 900 m go make a small right turn then turn left to stay in Jalan Raya Canggu.
Continue for another kilometer before turning left onto Pantai Batu Bolong street. Continue straight for another three kilometers to reach the beach. Visitors will notice plenty of parking on both the left and right sides.
What to Expect?
The Beach is located at the end of Canggu’s busiest strip.
It is flanked by some of the most popular and well-known restaurants and pubs, including ‘Old Man’s’ and ‘The Lawn.’ Whether it’s day or night, you can always count on a good time at Batu Bolong Beach. Batu Bolong is often crowded with tourists because it is where most people go for sunsets, beach clean-ups, beverages at beach bars, and even the Canggu markets.
Parking is available on both the left and right sides of the beach. Visitors with scooters can easily park them for a modest cost. However, approaching sunset will make it more difficult for a car to find a parking space. Because the vehicle lot is full of bikes.
Several surfing schools and surfboard rentals are available. Excellent dining options abound for foodies. There are a few public showers accessible. On most days, there is also a photographer on the beach providing their services. Naturally, at a modest charge.
Surfing in Batu Bolong
With waves pouring in all year, surfers feel at home in Batu Bolong. The waves are normally slow and not too huge here, making it ideal for learning to surf! However, the line becomes extremely long. Particularly in the morning from approximately 8 a.m. for a couple of hours, then again in the afternoon till sunset. So, if you want to learn to surf without colliding with others, start your day early. Get on your board shortly after sunrise for the ideal way to wake up.
Batu Bolong Temple
Batu Bolong Temple is the defining feature of Canggu’s Batu Bolong Beach. This temple is firmly planted on a huge rock on the beach. This temple was also constructed as a place to worship Ida Batara Segara. Every day, Balinese Hindus come here to perform their religious rituals.
Furthermore, Batu Bolong Temple Canggu serves as a place of purification during religious rites. Various ceremonies are also frequently performed in Batu Bolong Temple. Melasti, Pekelem, Purnama Kapat, and Piodalan rites are among them.