Visit the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali : tickets, prices, times

Did you expect a stay on the island of Gods? Don’t miss visiting the Tanah Lot Temple in Bali, Legendary Temple, and the island’s must!

Cap on the Indonesian archipelago, where the wonderful island of Bali is located. Between its idyllic beaches, its lush nature, its breathtaking rice fields, its impressive volcanoes, its mystical and authentic culture and the sweetness of its inhabitants, it is truly a dream destination!

But the charm and beauty of Bali also resides in its collection of more incredible temples than others, starting with the Temple of Tanah Lot. This temple is one of the most famous of the island, because of its situation: the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali is "seated" on a small rock in the middle of the ocean, about 100 meters from the coast, accessible to low tide. The spectacle of this temple in the middle of the high tide waves is just beautiful!

So to help you visit the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali, we have prepared a mini-guide with all the important information to know.

History of Tanah Lot Temple in Bali

The Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali, also called " Pura Tanah Lot " was built in the 16th century by a wise Hindu very respected by the name of Nirartha.

Instead of talking about history, here we talk more about legend. It tells us that when the wise man discovered by low tide this little rocky islet, there was so much soothed by the sea that surrounded him that he spent the night there. The next morning he decided to build a temple there to pay tribute to the sea, and the temple saw the day thanks to the help of sinners, happy to participate in such a present in honor of the god of the sea.

Because of the erosion, caves were created under the islet and according to the legend, they are inhabited by sacred sea snakes, guardians of the temple, which would prevent anyone from misguided to return.

The Temple of Tanah Lot is part of the 7 temples of the Bali Sea that built this wise man, all located along the coast so that each temple is at the sight of the following temple: Pura Gede Perancak, Pura Rambut Siwi , Pura Tanah Lot, Pura Luhur Uluwatu Pura Mas Suka, Pura Sakenan and Pura Pulaki .

But the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali (with that of Ulu Watu) became the most emblematic of Hinduism. Both a place of pilgrimage and tourist places, the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali is small enough and built on this famous rock that comes out of the water, once connected to a bridge, destroyed since.

What to see and do at Tanah Lot Temple in Bali?

Be warned: visiting the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali is visiting one of the most beautiful monuments in Bali, but also and especially the most touristic! This Hindu temple is an institution, both for Balinese and for foreign visitors.

Shot from the rest of the island during the high tide, he thus visits to bass marshes. The charm of this temple as beautiful as mystic, also comes from caves located under the rock, which was dug by the sea.

Before you arrive at the temple, you will have to go through a long alley filled with small ones souvenir shops ... Take your pain in patience think of the beauty that awaits you behind. And then why don't you enjoy it for a little shopping and bring some typical gifts?

You can also contemplate a beautiful statue of the monk Nirartha , creator of the temple, created in his honor, bearing a crown in gold and a lamp. As a visitor, you will only have access to one hotel: the one from which the temple built on a source springs from fresh water. You can be blessed by the priests of the temple in exchange for a gift.

Then, head towards the terrace overlooking the sea , to drink a drink in one of the bars that is there while admiring the view. You can easily observe the black duk towers and roofs of the temple, typical of the Balinese temples.

In the ideal, and to attend a breathtaking show, try to visit the Tanah Lot temple in Bali in the afternoon... At the end of the day, you will attend one of the most beautiful sunsets that you can see in your life! Once again, you're not the only ones.

Just a 10-minute walk away, you will find the nearby Pura Batu Bolong temple – beautiful also -, free of access and much less frequented.

How to go to the Tanah Lot Temple in Bali?

The Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali is located 30 km from its capital Denpasar and 13 km south of Tabanan, in the village Beraban In the Kediri quarter.

Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, are about 45 minutes’ drive from Tanah Lot Temple and about 35 minutes’ drive from Ubud .

The simplest way to get there (and the simplest way in general to get around the island) is to rent a scooter !

If you choose the option taxi , count about 300,000 rupees (a little less than 20€), since Kuta .

Schedules & Rates of the Tanah Lot Temple in Bali

HORARI

The Tanah Lot Temple Bali is open 8am to 6pm daily , but you can only visit it when the tide is low.

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RATES

Rates for foreigners:

• Adults: 60 000 rupees (about 4€)
• Children: 30 000 rupees (about 2€)

Parking fee:

• Moto: 2,000 rupees (about €0.10)
• Car: 5,000 rupees

One thing for sure is that your trip to Bali will mark you both by its beauty and by its culture. And your experience at the Temple of Tanah Lot in Bali will be forever engraved!