Best beaches in Bali for swimming — is Virgin Beach worth visiting after Melasti, Pandawa, and Nyang Nyang?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 23 days ago
TL;DR
Melasti, Pandawa, and Nyang Nyang are popular south Bali beaches. Virgin Beach on the east coast offers a different vibe and is worth the trip if you want variety. In December, the east coast is generally calmer for swimming.
What the community said
Virgin Beach on Bali's east coast has a noticeably different feel from the southern beaches — quieter, fewer crowds, and more laid-back. If you've already done Melasti, Pandawa, and Nyang Nyang, it's worth the trip for variety.
23 days ago Virgin Beach (East Bali)
The Kuta beach area is currently in decent condition — suitable for walks and swimming. For families, Kuta and Seminyak offer good infrastructure and calmer sections.
23 days ago Kuta Beach
In December, west-facing beaches in Bali are often rough due to the rainy season and swells. Melasti is one of the few southern beaches where wading is still possible. The east coast tends to be calmer during this period.
23 days ago Melasti Beach (December conditions)