Candidasa Bali Travel | Quiet Coastal Escape & East Bali Experience
Candidasa is a seaside town on the eastern cost of Bali that rests on the edge of a freshwater lagoon, named Candi Dasa Lagoon. The town is centered around Jalan Raya Candida, where a number of hotels, restaurants, and shops line the main road. The diving and snorkeling in the area brought many tourists and the village began to grow; hotels, villas and restaurants popped up along the main strip.
Candidasa is a good base for explorations in East Bali. The large Lotus Lagoon on the main road in Candidasa is a favorite stop for photographs; it is especially pretty at sunset. The Virgin Beach, a well-known white sand beach in Bali, is 20 minutes east of town. The village of Tenganan Pegringsingan, inhabited by Bali Aga people and one of the oldest villages in Bali, is 4 km north. Amlapura is 14 km north-east, with the nearby Ujung Water Palace 12 km away. Semarapura and its Klungkung Palace are 25 km west.
Main attractions and things to do
- Snorkeling and scuba diving: Easy access to coral reefs, wall dives, and wreck sites; boat trips run to nearby sites such as the Blue Lagoon and Padangbai area.
- Water activities: Snorkel, freediving, glass-bottom boat rides, and occasional dolphin-watching trips.
- Temples and cultural sites: Small coastal temples and nearby major sites such as Goa Lawah (Bat Cave Temple) within a short drive.
- Day trips: Excursions to Tirta Gangga water palace, Taman Ujung (Sukasada Palace), and the rice terraces and villages of eastern Bali.
- Walking and local markets: Stroll along the seafront, browse local markets, and sample seafood at beachfront warungs (local restaurants).
- Relaxation: Spa treatments, yoga in boutique studios or resorts, and quiet beach time.
| Languages spoken | Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Currency used | Rupiah |
| Area (km2) | 15–20 km² (coastal region estimate) |
Sports & nature
Candidasa is ideal for relaxed nature + marine activities:
Diving & snorkeling (excellent East Bali reefs)
Coastal walks and ocean views
Day trips to nearby islands
Nature exploration in East Bali
“A calm gateway to Bali’s best diving and nature”
Nightlife info
Candidasa offers minimal nightlife:
Small restaurants and beachside dining
Relaxed bars
Quiet evenings
“Peaceful evenings instead of party nightlife”
Culture and history info
Candidasa is rich in authentic Balinese culture:
Close to Tirta Gangga
Access to Lempuyang Temple
Traditional villages and ceremonies
Strong spiritual atmosphere
“Experience the spiritual and cultural heart of East Bali”
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