Lesser Sunda Islands

Travel 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!

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
Museum Puri Lukisan featuring a park, a pond and a luxury hotel or resort

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(284 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is known for its spectacular forests, and you can see some 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(39 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(136 area reviews)

Travelers to BTDC praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a 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 is 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 neighborhood.

Petitenget
On arrival of fishing boat

Jimbaran Bay

4/5(65 area reviews)

Jimbaran Bay is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like 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 ₩57,685 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
₩57,685
₩69,798 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (674 reviews)
The property is in great condition, very clean and well cared for

Reviewed on Mar 14, 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 ₩179,409 per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
₩179,409
₩217,085 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nusa Dua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Ayodya Resort Bali
Hard Rock Hotel Bali

Hard Rock Hotel Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Banjar Pande Mas Kuta Bali
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Hard to fault , wonderfull staff

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

Impiana Private Villas Seminyak

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

Citadines Berawa Beach Bali Resort

4 out of 5
Jalan Pemelisan Agung, Tibubeneng Canggu
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Canggu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Ubud. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ubud Palace and Ubud Traditional Art ...
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 Feb 20, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Kuta Beach which includes a sandy 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 featuring 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 showing a beach, tropical scenes 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 featuring a 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
Uluwat Temple featuring 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 featuring 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 featuring a temple or place of worship and a pond as well as a couple

Mataram

Tari Topeng Panji / Panji Traditional Dance. Traditional mask dance "Smara Dahana" from Malang, East Java, Indonesia.

Bima

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