Balangan Beach (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Balangan Beach?
What makes it 39% Baby-Friendly: A baby can nap under rented umbrella and touch sand, but stair access, powerful waves, no changing tables or nursing rooms and only basic toilets make stays short and logistically tough.
Positives:
- Quiet local atmosphere: The beach is less crowded, giving calm space for your baby.
- Easy snack access: Warungs offer drinks and light meals within steps of shaded seating.
Challenges:
- No baby facilities: There are no changing rooms, highchairs, or nursing areas on the beach.
- Steep beach access: Uneven steps and loose sand on the path may be hard with a stroller.
What is Balangan Beach?
- A crescent-shaped white-sand bay nestled beneath rugged limestone cliffs on Bali’s southern Bukit Peninsula
- A coastal environment defined by a long left-hand reef break and rolling Indian Ocean waves
- A stretch of shoreline edged by scattered clifftop warungs and simple beach cafés
What is so special about Balangan Beach for with baby?
- Soft sand and quiet beach for safe baby play
- Shaded spots under cliffs and warung umbrellas
- Simple warungs nearby for quick snacks and seating
- Scenic cliff walk accessible with a baby carrier
- Minimal crowds for relaxed family time
Note: Balangan Beach is 39% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Bali for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 4-5 hours
Why 4-5 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time for beach play, feeding breaks, and shade rests without rushing.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Balangan Beach
Natural Shade Break:
Sit under the cliff’s overhang or rent a warung umbrella for sun protection.
Tip: Ask warung staff for an umbrella and a bench spot near the water.
Baby’s First Beach Touch:
Let your baby feel the soft sand while seated on a towel.
Tip: Bring a large towel and small toys to keep sand out of their mouth.
Cliff View Stroll:
Wear your baby in a sturdy carrier and walk up the cliff path to the viewpoint.
Tip: Go early to avoid crowds and watch your step on uneven stairs.
Warung Snack & Rest:
Choose a nearby warung for drinks, snacks, and shaded seating.
Tip: Order coconut water to hydrate and check for a quiet corner to rest baby.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Balangan Beach
- Arrive early: Get to the beach by 8 AM to find shade and avoid midday heat.
- Pack beach essentials: Bring a changing mat, portable shade, and a sturdy baby carrier.
Reviews of Balangan Beach
Vivek Das
Balangan Beach is a scenic cliffside gem with golden sand, powerful waves, and fewer crowds than other Bali beaches. Great for sunsets and surfers, with epic views from the top. The vibe is raw, peaceful, and photogenic — one of Bali’s underrated beauties.
Elie Ibrahim
A mission to get to, but worth the effort. A beautiful and clean surfing beach. Not much space to lay in the sun and sunbathe, but great waves and views. Wide range of restaurants to visit also.
Moon Beam
When you enter and pay parking nobody tells you about the bad access to the beach. Gravel and stiff corner going down. Very dangerous if you're new to riding motorcycles. Basic food in dirty cafes. The only good thing about this beach is the waves.
Randhir Singh
This beach has a rugged, natural charm with plenty of rocks, moss, fungi, and algae, making it less ideal for swimming—especially near the shore. While we did see a few people venture out with their surfboards, they had to cross quite a stretch of slippery rocks and algae to reach swimmable waters farther out. The beach is peaceful and relatively secluded, with very few people around, which makes...
Andrew Lister
Out of the way beach that was very quiet when we were there. Very soft, white sand and many surfers and surf schools. They try to sell you a beach lounge for around 200k for 2 and they seem to not be associated with the restaurants.
When is the best time to visit Balangan Beach (Bali, Indonesia)?
Visit in the dry season (April–October) for calm seas and fewer afternoon showers. Wet season (November–March) brings strong surf and early warung closures.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Car parking fee | IDR 10,000 |
| Warung snacks & drinks | IDR 75,000 |
| Umbrella rental (2h) | IDR 50,000 |
| Sunbed rental (2h) | IDR 50,000 |
| Diapers & wipes | IDR 80,000 |
| Total Estimated | IDR 265,000 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Balangan Beach, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indonesia
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