Thursday, July 1, 2010

Bali's Hidden Beach, Pasir Putih - for Travellers Seeking Quiet, Uncrowded Beaches in Bali

A Heaven for Travellers Seeking Quiet, Uncrowded Beaches in Bali


Five kilometres north east of Candidasa on the east coast of Bali is Pasir Putih, an isolated, beautiful, white sand beach fringed with coconut palms.


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Pasir Putih is a five hundred metre long, crescent shaped beach, separated from the rest of the world by green headlands at each end and a steep cliff behind. On the beach are just half a dozen warungs put together from bamboo and palm fronds, serving cold drinks and food, and offering cushioned lounges under umbrellas for hire. At the far end of the beach is a group of traditional, red, blue, green and yellow striped, outrigger fishing boats.


On arrival at the beach, visitors can select a warung and negotiate a menu and time for lunch with the owners. Rather than selecting from the blackboard menu, ask the owners what they have available, as this is more likely to be fresh and in season.


Then it’s into the cool, crystal clear water for a swim. Sections of the bay near the headlands also offer great snorkelling.