North Bali, Indonesia

North Bali, Indonesia

North Bali Indonesia

This is an area far removed from the frantic pace that can be so evident in South Bali. In the days of Dutch colonial rule, Singaraja, with its port and easy access from Java, was the administrative capital of the island. Traces of that history still linger with the noticeably wide streets and the occasional old house which has retained the large gardens that would have delighted the Dutch so much. This combines to give Singaraja a different feel and atmosphere to any other town or city in Bali. Lovina is the other area of the region often visited by tourists. The name Lovina was actually coined for tourism development purposes in the 1950s and consists of three traditional villages along a stretch of black sand fringed coastline. Development has been a bit haphazard here but that just seems to add to its laid back charm. Lovina is popular with visitors who want a beachside holiday in Bali but do not want the frantic pace of the resort regions of South Bali. Many visitors to the region arrive with their own hire car. It is possible to hire both motorcycles and cars in Lovina with Kalibukuk village being the best bet. If you intend to enjoy just the beaches and associated life in Lovina, then you are best served by walking. Regular local bemos do ply the coast road between Singaraja and Lovina and beyond. Just hail when you see one.
Recommended airport
Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS)
Nearby destinations
  • Bali a 24.74 km
  • Ubud, Bali a 47.88 km
  • Sambirenteng, Bali a 35.06 km