Lesser Sunda Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beautiful and healthy coral reef surrounds a volcanic island off the coast of Flores, Indonesia. This area, in the Lesser Sunda Islands, is known for its high marine biodiversity.
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Probably the highlight of our Ubud weekend was visiting Goa Gajah, just outside of city center. There’s a small cost to enter, but worth every rupiah. It’s called “Elephant Cave”, for good reason, the carvings and sculptures are something to see! The cave itself is tiny, and rather anti-climatic. The bathing pools aren’t ideal for swimming, but make for some cool photos. The most incredible part of Goa Gajah is the hike to the waterfall. Some may even miss it, because it’s obscurely marked with signs for a Buddhist temple. It's about a 30 minute hike on narrow trails through lush greenery.
These astonishing temples carved in both side of the gulch cliffs are separated by a river and small bridge. There are stairs and pathways to the waterfalls and river. This sacred area has great views as your hiking down and up. Stopping for a few breaks is also a good reason to take pictures of the rice fields and lush greenery!
Dreamland Beach (now known as New Kuta Beach) is a beach located on the Bukit peninsula, on the island of Bali, Indonesia. While now Kuta beach is so crowded and 'not-so-natural' beach due to its popularity, this New Kuta Beach looked so-empty-beach compared to the 'original' one. This is Bali, and Bali is so much fun!

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Where to stay in Lesser Sunda Islands

Sanur Beach featuring a beach

Sanur

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Sanur. Make a stop by Sanur Beach or Sanur Night Market while you're exploring the area.

Sanur
Puri Lukisan Museum which includes a pond, a garden and a luxury hotel or resort

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(97 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is beloved for its spectacular forests. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ubud Traditional Art Market and Pura Dalem Ubud.

Ubud City-Centre
Beautiful aerial view of Seminyak, Bali! #seminyak #bali #indonesia #drone #aerial #photography #travel #se #asia #blueskies

North Legian

4/5(14 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to North Legian. A stop by Legian Beach or Seminyak Beach might round out your trip.

North Legian
I took this photo in Seminyak where we were staying......... It's a passion fruit flower being pollinated by a bee.

BTDC

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Travellers to BTDC praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bali Collection Shopping Centre and Bali Nusa Dua Theater.

BTDC
Petitenget Temple which includes a temple or place of worship

Petitenget

Petitenget is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and relaxing spas. You might want to check out attractions like Seminyak Beach or TAKSU Bali Gallery while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Petitenget
On arrival of fishing boat

Jimbaran Bay

4/5(43 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Jimbaran Bay is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Jimbaran Beach and Samasta Lifestyle Village.

Jimbaran Bay
Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG

4 out of 5
Jalan Wana Segara 33a Kuta Bali
The price is £42 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£42
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (675 reviews)
I did not have a beach view this trip but was not disappointed. This hotel a gem. I love it here, mostly because of the excellent staff and Management.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG
Ayodya Resort Bali

Ayodya Resort Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Mengiat Nusa Dua Bali
The price is £86 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
£86
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nusa Dua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Ayodya Resort Bali
Hard Rock Hotel Bali

Hard Rock Hotel Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Banjar Pande Mas Kuta Bali
The price is £115 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
£115
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Hard to fault , wonderfull staff

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Bali
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Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

4.5 out of 5
Jalan Kunti 118X Seminyak Bali
Stay at this luxury villa in Seminyak. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Impiana Private Villas Seminyak
Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

4 out of 5
Jalan Pemelisan Agung, Tibubeneng Canggu
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Canggu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort
Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Jl, Suweta, Bentuyung Ubud Ubud Bali
Stay at this luxury villa in Ubud. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ubud Palace and Ubud Traditional Art Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
The staff members are very kind and nice. Breakfast was wonderful. However, the room smelt bad with humility and is full of mosquitos. I had to ask for a plug-in repellent. The laundry came back clean but with a strong unpleasant sent of detergent. The spa was disappointing - not a bad price but ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa
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Popular places to visit

Kuta Beach showing a beach

Kuta Beach

Head to Bali’s most popular beach to surf, snorkel or socialize, and enjoy the spectacular sunset that has captured the hearts of so many.

Kuta Beach
Legian Beach which includes a luxury hotel or resort and a sandy beach

Legian Beach

Panoramic views, perfect waves, stunning sunsets and nightlife await you at this hotspot for surfers and other vacationers in Bali.

Legian Beach
Sanur Beach which includes tropical scenes, a sandy beach and boating

Sanur Beach

Uncrowded shorelines, beautiful blue water and a village with a laid-back atmosphere makes this beach an oasis of calm in bustling southern Bali.

Sanur Beach
Seminyak which includes a sandy beach and a day spa as well as a large group of people

Seminyak Beach

Escape the crowds of Kuta Beach and relax on the stretch of sand that connects Seminyak’s luxurious spas, upscale hotels and oceanfront restaurants.

Seminyak Beach
Uluwatu Temple which includes a temple or place of worship

Uluwatu Temple

One of the oldest temples in Bali is located atop rugged cliffs, a spectacular setting from which to enjoy the sun setting over the ocean.

Uluwatu Temple
Ubud Monkey Forest which includes zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Ubud Monkey Forest

Enter a dense rain forest full of banyan trees and flowing streams to visit ancient Hindu temples and baths and see agile macaques swing in the treetops.

Ubud Monkey Forest

Cities near Lesser Sunda Islands

Mataram showing a pond and a temple or place of worship as well as a couple

Mataram

Nusa Dua Beach which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Denpasar

Labuan Bajo Harbour. Where the Komodo Dragon trip begin. Labuan Bajo is a fishing town located at the western end of the large island of Flores in the Nusa Tenggara region of east Indonesia.

Ende

Adobe

Kupang

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