See dolphins at Lovina beach

Lovina Beach offers a pleasant alternative to the busy beaches of South Bali, such as Kuta, Legian and Seminyak. The beach stretches for 2km from east to west, with Kalibukbuk, a small village, as the centre of attraction. There is ample parking along the beach, with modern cafés and seafood restaurants nearby.

To the east is a shady promenade lined with art shops and traditional food stalls. We recommend staying until sunset, which is reputed to be superb here. Often, most of the tourists have left the beach by then, so you can enjoy it to your heart's content! Finally, on the edge of the beach, you'll see an imposing statue of a dolphin, a tribute to the sea creatures that inhabit the area around the beach.

Along the beach, you'll find jukung (traditional colourful boats) offering to take you off the coast to watch the dolphins. Dolphins usually make their appearance at dawn, when the first rays of the sun rise over the horizon. But you'll also have the chance to see them in the morning in general. These incredibly intelligent creatures come to swim close to the boats, performing jumps and acrobatics, offering you an absolutely fascinating spectacle.

Snorkelling consists of walking on the surface of the water to admire the shallow depths. Unlike scuba diving, snorkelling requires few skills other than being able to swim and being comfortable in the water.

Lovina beach is the perfect place to do it. Grab a mask, snorkel and flippers and head close to the shore during high tide. Through the translucent water, you'll be lucky enough to spot lots of coral and fish!