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Dreamland: Surf’s up at Bali’s New Kuta Beach

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Overview


A vast stretch of soft pearly white sand, clear blue sky over the enchanting blue waters, and nothing but the fascinating sounds of waves hitting the shores; no, this is not a set from a dream, this is where nature interprets  your dream, this is Dreamland Beach, on the southern coast of Bali Island.
Recently dubbed as the New Kuta Beach – a fresh comparison to the already highly popular Kuta Beach, this little piece of paradise is located within the integratedPecatu Graha Resort complex, at the Bukit Peninsula  in the Badung regency, just about 15 minutes from the picturesque Uluwatu Temple. Although sharing  a similar name, Dreamland is far from the crowded and vibrant atmosphere of the original Kuta Beach. Instead, the beach offers tranquility and much more exciting waves perfectly fit for advanced surfers.           
The once hidden beauty of this coastline was first introduced to the world when the popular pop/rock Band, Michael Learns to Rock shot their musical video clip: Someday in 1996. The beach is mainly highlighted with the soft pearly white sand shore that stretches some 1 kilometer and is considerably cleaner than most beaches in Bali. As any beach at the Bukit Peninsula area, Dreamland is also decorated with beautiful rocky cliffs on its shore which radiate an enchanting atmosphere. The vast stretching shoreline also makes it a perfect place to bask under the tropical sun or to stroll along the indulging sands, or simply sit down and immerse oneself in the dream-like beauty of nature. As daylight slowly fades, the brilliant colors of sunset over Dremland’s horizon will surely confirm why this beach got its name.
Among surfers, the waves at the coastline of the Bukit Peninsula are undisputedly legendary, and Dreamland Beach is no exception. The beach features a break with longer left and a short right handers, “surfable” at low to dead low tide and works well when there is an average swell above 3ft coming in. However, when the swell is over 7ft, the waves tend to be unpredictable and close out. The soft, fat waves and deep water make it suitable for the professionals or those with some learning experience behind.

Get There

Located at the Bukit Peninsula area, Dremland Beach can be reached  from Kuta-Legian area in about 30-40 minutes. From the capitalDenpasar, it is roughly about an hour’s trip (depending on  traffic conditions). From Denpasar or Kuta, take the main south road (Jl Bypass Nusa Dua) which is the only route to the south Bukit Peninsula area. Take this main road south to the junction with Jalan Uluwatu II (the famous McDonald's junction), turn west towards Jimbaran Bay, continue about 2 km and at the four road junction make a sharp left up the hill (signposted for Uluwatu). Follow the road up to Pecatu Village until the main entrance of the Pecatu Graha Resort comes in sight on the right. Enter the resort and follow the road sign directing to New Kuta Beach.

To Stay

There are several accommodation options you can find within the resort and close by. Here is the list of some of the accommodations around Dreamland Beach:
THE DREAMLAND LUXURY VILLAS & SPA
JL.Raya Uluwatu Gang Kahuripan No.69 Br.Bakung Sari Ungasan-Kuta-Bali-Indonesia
Phone : +62 361 708199 
Fax: +62 361 708168

MU
Bingin (on the cliff edge at Bingin close to the car park and the southerly steps)
Phone: +62 361 7428249

Chocky's Place
At the base of the cliff right on the beach at Bingin
Phone: +62 818 05444833

Uluwatu: The Most Famous Wave in Bali

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Overview

Uluwatu is the most famous wave of Bali. There is always some swell here so it's also always crowded. The spot offers several waves which are working with different swells and tides:
The Peak: best at mid and high tide. Closes out at low tide. In front of the cave. it's the most consistant. Short and powerful waves, tubes. The take off is moving. It works from 1ft to 8ft. The most crowded. One of the sections closes more than the others.
Racetracks: 100 meters further. fast wave, a lot of sections with easy tubes. Best at low tide and at 6ft. Can hold bigger swell. On the right tide and the right swell, "The Peak" connects with "Racetraks" (you need to be a good tuberider). Over 10ft, Racetracks breaks until "The Corner".

Inside Corner: best at mid and low tide with a 6ft swell. At first, it's a fun wave and the final bowl is a tube. Don't do a cutback just before the bowl! Take plenty of speed, stay high in the face and trim. You will pass the tube.
Outside Corner: the REAL Uluwatu. Works only with big swells (>8 feet) and at low tide. The lower is the tide, the better is the wave. Take at least a 7' board. It is a succession of long walls good for carving and, sometimes, a beautifu
l final tube. The length is around 300 meters.
Temple: less surfed. Two waves in fact ("Outside temple" and "The Bombies"). Only for experts because the water is very shallow. For them, it is a incredible tube when it works.

Get There

Uluwatu is about one hour drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. You can use a taxi from the airport. Or you can go to Denpasar and to find a travel agent or auto rental. Many rentals also provide motorcycles.

To Do

 Spot information for surfing at Uluwatu:
  • Type of break: reef break
  • Type of wave: hollow barreling wave
  • Direction: left hand
  • Bottom: coral
  • Average lenght of ride: long
  • Suitable for : expert level









Detailed information:
  • Crowd level: a big crowd
  • Best tide: mid
  • Ideal board size: 6'8-7'4 Mini gun
  • Ideal wind direction: south-east






Wavesize & wetsuit:
  • Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter
  • Overhead: 6'- 8' - Ok : 2'- 4' - Overhead: 6'- 8' - Overhead: 6'- 8'
  • Boardshorts - Boardshorts - Boardshorts - Boardshorts








To Stay

There are many accommodations from warung (warung is a traditional cafe), motels, hotels to villas. The prices range from $5 to $2000 for a day. If you stay in a warung you just need to pay for the meals. You'll find better accomodations like starred hotels near resorts. Just click the Find a Hotel button.

To Eat

Various restaurants and cafes throughout Uluwatu, from cheap food stalls to luxury restaurants.

To Buy

Naturally, the souvenirs around here are sea-related products, such as items made of seashells and corals. But of course, there are also the modern kind of merchandises, such as T-shirts. 

Tips

 Just a quick reminder, this IS a tropical island. Don't leave home without these:      

  • A good hat and water-proof sun-screen
  • Basic first-aid kit, antiseptic dressing, etc.
  • Sand-shoes
  • Board-shorts, 1 pair light-weight, long-pants and long-sleeve wind cheater
  • At least two towels. Heed what the late Douglas Adams warned in the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy; never underestimate the power of towels. And sunglasses
  • Personal toiletries, after-sun cream and insect repellent (because the only bloodsuckers you should befriend are the Red Cross)
  • When you just want to lie under the sun: iPod and books
  • Immortalize your moments: camera or handycam
  • Booties, at least 2 surf-boards. Surf shops are easy to find though 
  • Light-weight wet-suits, rash-vest, gate helmet and spare leg-ropes
 

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