Nusa Dua Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Nusa Dua tours, the gateway to all of Bali from its sleek beach-resort enclave: try thrilling watersports at Tanjung Benoa, watch the dramatic Kecak fire dance at clifftop Uluwatu Temple, explore Ubud’s rice terraces, monkey forest and jungle swings, sail to the cliffs and beaches of Nusa Penida, and unwind with a Balinese spa. Compare top-rated experiences and plan your perfect Bali trip.
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Explore Nusa Dua by interest
Whatever brings you to Nusa Dua — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Top attractions in Nusa Dua
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Tanjung Benoa
Watersports hub.
Uluwatu Temple
Clifftop Kecak.
Ubud
Rice terraces.
Nusa Penida
Kelingking cliff.
GWK Park
Giant statue.
Parasailing
Benoa thrills.
Blue Lagoon
Snorkel reef.
Balinese Spa
Massage & baths.
Nusa Dua in 1 day
- 1Benoa watersports
- 2GWK Cultural Park
- 3Uluwatu Temple
- 4Kecak fire dance
Nusa Dua in 2 days
- 1Day 1: Benoa & Uluwatu
- 2Day 2: Ubud tour
- 3Rice terraces
- 4Monkey forest
Nusa Dua in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Benoa & Uluwatu
- 2Day 2: Ubud
- 3Day 3: Nusa Penida
- 4Cliffs & snorkeling
Nusa Dua with kids
- 1Benoa watersports
- 2Bali Safari or beach
- 3Ubud monkey forest
- 4Devdan show
10 min awayTanjung Benoa
Watersports hub.
40 min awayUluwatu Temple
Sunset Kecak.
1.5 hrs awayUbud
Rice terraces.
Day trip awayNusa Penida
Kelingking cliff.
Day trip awayBlue Lagoon
Snorkel reef.
Day trip awayATV & Rafting
Jungle thrills.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Nusa Dua visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
April–June and September–October bring the dry season’s sunny weather without the peak crowds and prices.
Dry season (Apr–Oct)
Sunny, lower humidity and the best conditions for beaches, watersports and island trips — the most popular time.
Wet season (Nov–Mar)
Hot and humid with afternoon downpours, but lush, quieter and cheaper; mornings are often still sunny.
Peak months
July, August and the December holidays are busiest — book tours and transfers well ahead.
Sea conditions
Seas are calmest in the dry season, ideal for Nusa Penida boat trips and snorkeling.
Year-round warmth
Temperatures stay around 27–32°C all year, so it’s always beach weather in Nusa Dua.
One day
Watersports and the Uluwatu Kecak dance.
Two days
Add a full Ubud day tour.
Three days
The sweet spot: south, Ubud and Nusa Penida.
Adventure
Add ATV, rafting and snorkeling days.
Relaxation
Add beach and spa days at the resorts.
With kids
Mix watersports, monkey forest and shows.
Tours & transfers
Most experiences include hotel pickup; private drivers and tours are the easiest way to reach Ubud, Uluwatu and the harbours from Nusa Dua.
Within the resort
Nusa Dua’s resort complex is walkable, with a beach promenade, and the Bali Collection shopping area.
Private driver
Hiring a car with an English-speaking driver for the day is affordable and flexible for exploring Bali.
Ride apps & taxis
Ride-hailing apps and metered Bluebird taxis operate in the area, though some zones restrict app pickups.
Getting there
Ngurah Rai (Denpasar) Airport is around 20–30 minutes from Nusa Dua by transfer.
Traffic
Bali traffic can be heavy, so allow extra time for Ubud and harbour trips.
Indonesian rupiah
Bali uses the rupiah; carry cash for markets, small shops and temples, though cards work in resorts and bigger venues — check current exchange options.
Temple dress code
Cover shoulders and knees and wear a sarong (often provided) at temples like Uluwatu.
Watch the monkeys
At Uluwatu and the Monkey Forest, keep sunglasses and phones secure — the monkeys are cheeky thieves.
Sun and mosquito care
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and insect repellent for the tropical climate.
Book island trips ahead
Nusa Penida day trips and private Ubud tours sell out in peak season — reserve early.
Bargain at markets
Haggling is expected at art markets and stalls, but always good-naturedly.
Nusa Penida trips
Popular island day trips sell out — book ahead.
Private Ubud tours
Full-day Ubud tours are in demand — reserve early.
Uluwatu Kecak
Sunset dance tickets and tours fill up — book ahead.
Watersports combos
Tanjung Benoa packages are popular — reserve early.
ATV & rafting
Adventure combos have limited places — book ahead.
Peak season
July–August and December are busy — plan ahead.
Watersports combo
Around €15–40 for a Tanjung Benoa multi-activity package.
Uluwatu & Kecak
About €12–35 for a sunset temple and Kecak dance tour.
Ubud day tour
Roughly €30–60 for a private full-day Ubud tour.
Nusa Penida trip
Around €45–90 for a full-day island day trip.
ATV & rafting
About €35–70 for an ATV or rafting adventure.
How to save
Share a private driver and join group day trips to cut costs.
Nusa Dua through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Sunny, fewer crowds.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Great value.
- Best for
- Best weather, busy.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Book ahead.
- Best for
- Sunny, quieter.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely shoulder.
- Best for
- Lush, cheaper.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Afternoon rain.