The “Two Islands” Nusa Dua Walk

For anyone that has ever stayed at Nusa Dua, they will be well aware of the scenic promenade that runs for many kilometers along the coastline. For newcomers that have never stayed there before, it may come as a surprise to learn that the nice footpath that runs along the beach at the rear of the resort is actually a major Bike/walking track. So if you are looking for a nice Nusa Dua walk or hike, then you definitely need to check this one out.

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Mengiat beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Bali. For about ten months of the year it is picture perfect with the locals cleaning up any washed up seaweed every morning and raking the beach by hand, giving it that beautifully groomed finish. The water itself is crystal clear, featuring only small waves due to the protective barrier of the Nusa Dua reef that sits a few hundred meters off shore.

The Walk starts near Mengiat Beach, or Nusa Dua Beach, near the Ayodya Resort and the Inaya Putri Resort. You can park your scooter in the car park there for 2000 Rupiah and leave it for as long as you like. Begin the walk by heading North past the Merusaka and the Grand Hyatt. Keep an eye out for squirrels in the trees at the Grand Hyatt. They are so friendly you can literally feed them by hand if you’re patient enough.

Once past the Grand Hyatt you will come to a road that cuts the path and heads up to the first of the two islands. The name Nusa Dua literally means “two islands.” It’s a bit of a misnomer, however, as both of the islands are more headlands than anything else. Up until the early 90’s the islands would still be cut off by the tide, however these days are permanently attached to the mainland.

The first one is Nusa Gede, and is dominated by a great statue in the middle. This island is very popular with the locals especially on weekends for walking in the mornings. The walking track around the island is only a few hundred metres around, however you will see people happily doing lap after lap, enjoying the awesome views and morning sunshine. The other main feature of this island is the famous Nusa Dua waterblow. When the swell is up, this blow can shoot about 30 metres into the air and is a pretty awesome site. You will find it at the eastern end of the island. Currently (April 2020) they are installing ticket offices and new viewing platforms at the waterblow, so ensure you bring some pocket change with you.

From Nusa Gede, the Nusa Dua walk continues past a large collection of restaurants and beach clubs simply called The Bay. This is situated on the small bay in between the two islands where, depending on the tides you will find locals fishing and swimming. Sometimes when the tides are right, there can be large groups of local families on Sundays and public holidays enjoying the chance to get out together.

Just past The Bay, you will find the second of the two Nusa Dua Islands. This island is a lot smaller and the central feature is a small temple. Take a walk around the footpath and you will find a small orchard where there are often locals collecting fruit, and some side tracks that run to the edges of the volcanic island affording you some brilliant views of Mount Agung, Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan in the distance. Lately, the locals have been trimming back the trees around the edges of the island and really opening up the views to everyone, which is a wonderful initiative.

The track from here will continue the Nusa Dua walk along the coastline past resort after resort. The Melia Bali Resort features a swing and hammock in the water that are very popular for Instagram pics with Mount Agung prominent in the background. At the Nusa Dua Beach Resort you will find the Tamarind Restaurant that is constructed completely of bamboo, and is home to dozens of local squirrels, or Tupai.

Continue following the path and the Nusa Dua walk will take you past Club Med Bali, which is extremely hard to miss. Featuring scalloped lawns and immaculately manicured grounds, this is a place to stop for a couple of selfies or group photos. Check out the “I Love Bali” sign on the lawn, however make certain you get permission before trying to get a photo in front of it.

From here, you have the option of continuing all the way down to the Conrad Resort on Tanjung Benoa, or else you can turn around and head back again. The other option is to take the small gang out past a few market stalls onto the roadway and walking back to Mengiat beach via the main road. This is a nice option that will turn the walk into a loop just for some variety. It will also give you the chance to stop in at Bali Collection for some shopping or a cold drink.

A bite to eat

If you’re out for a few hours, enjoying the walk and the weather, there are plenty of dining options along the route.

Firstly, there is every single resort restaurant that you’ll pass by. These are expensive options, but if you’re staying along the Nusa Dua front anyway, then dining in a different restaurant to the ones at your resort is wonderful for a change.

The next option is The Bay. This area between the two islands is basically a strip of restaurants facing directly onto the beach. Several of them are still under major renovations since the pandemic, but others have opened up again bigger and better than every. The pick has to be the most recent addition, Le Bleu, which looks like a beach club but is billed as the new luxury beachside dining experience.

For those on a budget, check out the new warung located between Club Med and the Sofitel. This is a local warung and serves a small Bintang for 35k IDR and a Nasi Goreng or Mie Goreng for about the same. You won’t get better prices than that with the same views anywhere else in Nusa Dua!

So that’s it. The Nusa Dua walk is definately worth doing whenever you are staying in the area. There is plenty to see and do, and is a great way to get to know the area!

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