Uluwatu Temple
Bali, Indonesia
Karang Boma Cliff, Uluwatu, Bali
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Photo: Pradnyanandana, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia CommonsThe essentials in 10 seconds
- Entry
- ≈ IDR 10,000–20,000 incl. parking
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From reliable travel sources; we are still checking it against an official one. Double-check before you go. - Hours
- No official hours; best an hour before sunset (unconfirmed)
- Time on site
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A typical visit without queueing. In high season add 15–30 minutes. - 45 min
- With kids
- Better without small kids
- Drone
- Separate fee
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From reliable travel sources; we are still checking it against an official one. Double-check before you go. - Barriers
- None — keep well back from the edge
- Time needed
- About an hour
- Nearby
- Uluwatu Temple ≈ 2.5 km, Padang Padang ≈ 5 km
Key facts
Bukitthe cliff sits on south Bali's limestone peninsula
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OpenStreetMap≈ 2.5 kmto Uluwatu Temple
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OSRM route≈ 5 kmto Padang Padang Beach
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OSRM route≈ 21 kmfrom Ngurah Rai Airport
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OSRM routeNo barriersthe cliff edge is unfenced
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travel blogsKarang Boma Cliff entrance fee
There's a small fee of about IDR 10,000–20,000, paid in cash at the gate and covering parking. Flying a drone costs extra. There are no official opening hours: it's usually open by day and in the evening, though the gate is sometimes shut in the morning.
These figures come from travellers' reports and may change — bring some spare cash.
Sunset at Karang Boma
The big reason to come is sunset: the cliff faces west and the sun sinks straight into the open ocean. Arrive 30–45 minutes early to pick a spot and watch the light change on the rocks.
By day it's hot with no shade. The best plan is to come late afternoon, then head to an Uluwatu café or Jimbaran Beach for dinner afterwards.
About Karang Boma
Karang Boma is a headland on the western shore of the Bukit peninsula, in the Pecatu area, a few minutes from Uluwatu Temple. A flat, grassy slope ends in a sheer limestone cliff, with Indian Ocean waves crashing below and water that turns bright turquoise on clear days.
Photos made it famous: from the edge you see the winding line of coastal cliffs, and in the evening the sun drops into the sea. Tours rarely come here, so even at sunset it's calmer than at Uluwatu Temple.
How to get to Karang Boma Cliff
The cliff is 2.5 km from Uluwatu Temple and about 21 km from the airport. From the main Jalan Raya Uluwatu, turn onto Jalan Batu Lesung and follow it to the end of the tarmac; the last section is a dirt track, so ride carefully.
A scooter is easiest, or a ride-hailing taxi that waits for you — getting a car back after sunset can be tricky. Group tours generally don't come here.
How to get to Karang Boma Cliff by scooter
Step-by-step directions are below; the map shows where you arrive.
Where are you starting from?
We’ll draw it on the map on foot and by taxi; metro and buses open in your maps app. Your location isn’t stored.
More tips
- From Uluwatu Temple — about 2.5 km, 5–10 minutes by scooter.
- From Jalan Raya Uluwatu — turn onto Jalan Batu Lesung to the end of the tarmac.
- Last stretch — a dirt track; go slowly.
- From Kuta or Seminyak — about an hour by taxi; arrange for it to wait.
What to bring
- Cash in rupiah — the entry and drone fees are cash only.
- Water and a hat — there's no shade on the cliff.
- A torch — if you stay after sunset.
- Closed shoes — you walk over rock and grass to the edge.
Is Karang Boma worth it?
Yes, if you're staying on the Bukit or near Uluwatu: it's a cheap, quiet and beautiful ocean sunset without the crowds.
YesGo's take: the final track is rough, there are no barriers, and there's nothing to do but take in the view. Not worth a special trip from Ubud — combine it with Uluwatu Temple and Padang Padang Beach.
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The southern Bukit until sunset
Padang Padang Beach by day, then Uluwatu Temple, and Karang Boma Cliff for sunset. Add it to your trip — YesGo will set the timings and transfers.
- Padang Padang Beach2 h · ≈ IDR 15,000
- 48 min walk from the previous stopUluwatu Temple1 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 50,000–60,000
- 16 min walk from the previous stopKarang Boma Cliffyou are here45 min · ≈ IDR 10,000–20,000
3 places · about 5 h 19 min with walks · 64 min on foot in total
Nearby and on the way
How to do it right
- Arrive 30–45 minutes before sunset.
- Keep back from the edge — there are no barriers.
- Bring cash for entry and drone fees.
- Book your ride back in advance.
- Nearby: Uluwatu Temple.
Questions
Where is Karang Boma Cliff?
On the Bukit peninsula in Pecatu, about 2.5 km from Uluwatu Temple.
How much is the Karang Boma entrance fee?
About IDR 10,000–20,000 including parking; drones cost extra.
How do I get to Karang Boma Cliff?
By scooter or taxi: along Jalan Batu Lesung to the end of the tarmac, then a dirt track.
When is the best time to visit?
For sunset — arrive 30–45 minutes before.
Are there barriers at the cliff edge?
No, so keep well back and watch children closely.
Can you fly a drone?
Yes, for a separate fee.
Can you get down to the water?
No, it's a viewpoint on top of a sheer cliff.
What's nearby?
Uluwatu Temple and Padang Padang Beach, a few kilometres away.
Have you been? Was it worth your time?
1 — no, 5 — absolutely
Your vote counts towards the YesGo score.
Sources and fact-check
- Travel blogs (jonnymelon.com, sunshineseeker.com, themanduls.com) — route, fee, drone charge, lack of barriers, hours (unofficial)
- OpenStreetMap — coordinates; OSRM routing — distances to Uluwatu Temple, Padang Padang and the airport
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