Bingin Beach is what you’ve always imagined of Bali, Indonesia, a sunbather’s paradise…
Bingin Beach is what you’ve always imagined of Bali, Indonesia. It’s a sunbather’s paradise. Hidden below the cliffs like a pearl, azure perfect waves, a tropical reef and a small white sand beach – a true slice of paradise on earth with the inherent feel of adventure, the warm taste of the ocean breeze, and a pinch of magic spilling below the colors of the sunset. It is quite simply, breathtaking.
Numerous surf breaks from beginner to expert are located steps across the sand just a short paddle from Legends.
Bingin is best known for its short, sharp, and shallow pipeline-like reef break left at lower tides. Higher tides and deeper water bring a less serious and more social vibe to Bingin’s wave. From Beginner to intermediate, shortboard to longboard, everyone can enjoy both lefts and rights at the peak.
Impossibles is a 10 minute paddle from Legends where intermediate to advanced surfers are often rewarded with ultra long fast lefts. Although it’s name implies a wave that is impossible to surf, it’s the favorite wave of many people and often one of the few waves that can be surfed nearby when the mega swells roll in with up to 25 foot faces.
Megatron’s is a short paddle just in front of Legends at the edge of the reef. Named after “Mega,” one of Bingin’s Legendary local surf pros it’s a very shallow and deceptively powerful left that test’s only the faint of heart expert surfer.
Dreamland and Padang Padang are a 20 minute walk along the beach (in opposite directions) at low tide, and help broaden the selection of fun waves for everyone. Dreamland is a beautiful beach with mostly sand bottom offering beginner to intermediate waves. Little Padang is a fun beginner to intermediate wave and Big Padang in front of the rock offers some of the best left barrels on earth for expert surfers only.
Uluwatu, one of the worlds most famous waves, is located only a few kilometers away and can be seen in the distance from your room at Legends. It’s the last rock you’ll see and lies on the Southern most tip of Bali. It’s, about 10 minutes by motorbike or car.
Only a 10 minute motorbike ride from Bingin, Balangan offers everything from beginner to advanced surf. The quaint Indonesian Warungs that line the shore are a great place to have a local style meal and relax for the day. Several more upscale resorts can also be found here.
Dry Season in the “Bukit” (The peninsula area south of the airport where Legends is located) enjoys offshore trade winds and excellent consistent surf.
Although the rainy season brings mostly onshore winds to Bingin and other breaks on the west side of The Bukit, don’t let that fool you as perfect glassy days with less crowds are not uncommon. The great thing is that when it’s onshore in these areas, the East side of The Bukit, only a 20 minute motorbike ride, enjoys offshore winds. These surf spots include: Nyang Nyang, Green Bowl, Pandawa, Nusa Dua, Sanur, and others.
The area offers various attractions closeby from temples, to golf, shopping, dayclubs and nightlife.
Pura Luhur Uluwatu Temple – 10 minute drive. With endless views of the Indian Ocean, perched precariously on the cliffs at the Southwestern Tip of the Bukit Peninsula, lies one of the most spiritual Temples in Bali. Often greeted by local monkeys, visitors walk through the Ganesha flanked gateway, stroll around the grounds, and enjoy the majestic temple and sights of sheer jungle lined cliffs protruding from the ocean in the distance. The intricate carved coral bricks portray a mythological history of the Balinese culture, and the sunsets are spectacular. A popular Kecak dance is held at 5pm daily and is a must see for first time visitors.
Located only a few minutes from Legends is the world class 85 hectare New Kuta Golf Course, the first Links stye layout in Indonesia. With 5 sets of tees it accommodates all skill levels. This 18 hole and 72 par course is designed by Ronald Fream, David Dale & Kevin Ramsey (USA).
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is located in Ungasan, only about 10–15 minutes drive from Legends Beachfront Resort. It is devoted to the Hindu god Vishnu, and his mount, Garuda, the mythical bird who became his companion. The 120.9-meter statue of Vishnu riding his mount Garuda was completed in August 2018. The park has a land area of about 60 hectares and has lots of rich history and events to enjoy. It’s a must see during your stay.