The Ultimate Bali Road Trip – Top Routes for Your Adventure

Discover the best Bali road trip routes, from cultural trails to coastal escapes. Explore Bali's beauty with your rental car.

1. Ubud to Jatiluwih Rice Terraces: A Cultural and Scenic Escape

  • Distance: 35 km
  • Route Highlights: Drive by lush countryside, spot traditional Balinese villages, and enjoy panoramic views of the Jatiluwih rice terraces (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
  • Must-Stop: Penatahan Hot Springs for a relaxing soak.
  • Photo Opportunity: Rice terraces framed by Mount Batukaru.

2. Kuta to Uluwatu: Coastal Cliffs and Stunning Sunsets

  • Distance: 25 km
  • Route Highlights: Pass through Jimbaran’s seafood markets and reach the iconic Uluwatu cliffs.
  • Must-Stop: Uluwatu Temple and Single Fin beach club for sunset views.
  • Photo Opportunity: Sunset shots from the cliffside with surfers in the background.

3. Bedugul to Munduk: Lakes and Waterfalls Adventure

  • Distance: 20 km
  • Route Highlights: Twin Lakes, rainforest drives, and the Banyumala Twin Waterfalls.
  • Must-Stop: Wanagiri Hidden Hills for Instagram-worthy viewpoints.
  • Photo Opportunity: The picturesque Handara Gate.

4. Seminyak to Tanah Lot: A Coastal and Temple Experience

  • Distance: 18 km
  • Route Highlights: Scenic coastal roads and the iconic Tanah Lot Temple.
  • Must-Stop: Canggu’s beachfront cafes for a coffee break.
  • Photo Opportunity: Tanah Lot Temple during sunset.

5. Amed to Tulamben: East Bali Coastal Route for Divers

  • Photo Opportunity: Sunrise views over Mount Agung.
  • Distance: 22 km
  • Route Highlights: Coastal villages and black sand beaches.
  • Must-Stop: Tulamben for shipwreck diving.

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