Uluwatu Temple Sunset and Kecak Fire Dance

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Take in Bali’s best sunset spot at Uluwatu Temple, a Balinese temple to the sea gods dating from the 10th century, with a commanding view of the Indian ocean high on a cliff top. Also called Pura Luhur, the temple is part of a series of temples built to protect the island from evil spirits and it was also where renowned Shaivite figure Dang Hyang Dwijendra had his final place of worship. After exploring the temple and watching the sunset, experience one of Bali’s most famous cultural performances, the Kecak Fire Dance. Watch the Balinese act out a scene from the Ramayana with a mesmerizing trance chant, punctuated by exciting fire dances by performers in intricate costumes. After visiting Luhur Uluwatu, travelers can also visit Uluwatu beach or Padang Padang beach. Overall, this guarantees an unforgettable evening of Balinese culture that the whole family can enjoy.

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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Ubud, Indonesia
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips



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Take in Bali’s best sunset spot at Uluwatu Temple, a Balinese temple to the sea gods dating from the 10th century, with a commanding view of the Indian ocean high on a cliff top. Also called Pura Luhur, the temple is part of a series of temples built to protect the island from evil spirits and it was also where renowned Shaivite figure Dang Hyang Dwijendra had his final place of worship. After exploring the temple and watching the sunset, experience one of Bali’s most famous cultural performances, the Kecak Fire Dance. Watch the Balinese act out a scene from the Ramayana with a mesmerizing trance chant, punctuated by exciting fire dances by performers in intricate costumes. After visiting Luhur Uluwatu, travelers can also visit Uluwatu beach or Padang Padang beach. Overall, this guarantees an unforgettable evening of Balinese culture that the whole family can enjoy.

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Stop At: Padang Padang Beach, Pecatu 80361 Indonesia

Padang Padang Beach is one of Bali’s most famous surf spots. Locally known as Pantai Labuan Sait, this beach on the north-western coast of the island’s Bukit Peninsula has an exotic setting – a stunning 100 metre-long stretch of sand that’s accessible down a flight of stairs and through a unique hollow rock entrance. The surf has a steady set of barrels during good weather, attracting wave riders from around the world.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Uluwatu Temple, Jl. Raya Uluwatu Southern part of Bali, Pecatu 80361 Indonesia

Uluwatu Temple, or Pura Luhur Uluwatu, is renowned for its magnificent location, perched on top of a steep cliff approximately 70 metres above the waves. As one of the 6 key temples considered to be Bali’s ‘spiritual pillars’, Uluwatu also shares the splendid sunset backdrops as that of Tanah Lot Temple, another important sea temple that graces the island’s western coast.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kecak and Fire Dance, Kawasan Wisata Pura Uluwatu, Pecatu 80361 Indonesia

Kecak is a Balinese Hindu Dance taken from the Ramayana puppet story. This dance and musical drama was developed in the 1930s in Bali, Indonesia. This dance performed in the form of a circle with a total 50 – 100 people wearing black and white colour of Sarong around their waist, while the upper body is left naked. In the center of the circle is a traditional Balinese coconut oil lamp.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jimbaran, Jimbaran, South Kuta, Bali

Dinner at Jimbaran (Optional)
Enjoy the magical sunsets at our place while sitting at a table on the beach with your toes in the sand or have a seat on our roofed sea terrace overviewing Jimbaran Bay, colourful fishing boats in front. Sip a cocktail, enjoy our delicious seafood or try Balinese specialities freshly prepared for you.

Duration: 1 hour



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