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.
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!

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
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
Seminyak Square showing shopping, markets and street scenes

Laksmana

4/5(38 area reviews)

The great bars and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Laksmana. A stop by Seminyak Beach or Eat Street might round out your trip.

Laksmana
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
Hard Rock Hotel Bali

Hard Rock Hotel Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Banjar Pande Mas Kuta Bali
The price is NT$3,492 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$3,492
NT$4,226 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Room was always spotless, staff were awesome and always friendly and helpful, the amenities were always great and the staff remembered us from day 1.

Reviewed on 2026/2/6

Hard Rock Hotel Bali
Ayodya Resort Bali

Ayodya Resort Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Mengiat Nusa Dua Bali
The price is NT$3,595 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
NT$3,595
NT$4,350 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
excellent in every way

Reviewed on 2026/2/10

Ayodya Resort Bali
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 NT$1,508 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$1,508
NT$1,824 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (644 reviews)
The staff was very accommodating and nice

Reviewed on 2026/2/10

Holiday Inn Express Baruna Bali by IHG
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Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

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 a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ubud Palace and Ubud Traditional Art Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Great staff, clean rooms, close to everything.

Reviewed on 2026/2/7

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews)
Perfect villa with private pool. Very peaceful. Lovely staff. Delicious breakfast! 5 stars

Reviewed on 2026/2/3

Impiana Private Villas Seminyak
Sunny Muse by Betterplace

Sunny Muse by Betterplace

3 out of 5
Kuta Utara, Badung Regency Canggu Bali
Stay at this aparthotel in Canggu. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Seminyak Beach and Legian Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Staff were amazing, room was very spacious and clean.

Reviewed on 2026/2/1

Sunny Muse by Betterplace
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Popular places to visit

Legian Beach featuring a luxury hotel or resort and a sandy beach

Legian Beach

4/5(325 reviews)

Panoramic views, perfect waves, stunning sunsets and nightlife await you at this hotspot for surfers and other vacationers in Bali.

Legian Beach
Traditional fishing boats on a beach in Lovina on Bali. Indonesia

Lovina Beach

4/5(28 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lovina Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Anturan. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Lovina Beach
Kuta Beach which includes a sandy beach

Kuta Beach

4/5(717 reviews)

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
Sanur Beach showing a beach, tropical scenes and boating

Sanur Beach

4/5(338 reviews)

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
Ubud Monkey Forest featuring zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Ubud Monkey Forest

4.5/5(779 reviews)

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
Seminyak featuring a beach and a day spa as well as a large group of people

Seminyak Beach

4/5(287 reviews)

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

Cities near Lesser Sunda Islands

Nusa Dua Beach which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Denpasar

Adobe

Kupang

Absolute serenity 🙏🏽🙏🏿🙏🏼 Pristine beach and a wonderful accommodation.

Labuan Bajo

Waikuri Lagoon Panorama. West Sumba, Indonesia. Taken with a drone in May 2025

Tambolaka