Policies & F.A.Q.
Bingin is best known for its beach, and for good reason. The waves here attract surfers from around the world, but you don’t need to be one to enjoy the view. The beach is great for swimming at low tide, and the cliffside access gives it a secluded, tucked-away feel.
Beyond Bingin, you’re just a short drive from other spots on the Bukit Peninsula. Uluwatu Temple is one of Bali’s most iconic sights, especially around sunset. You can also explore nearby beaches like Dreamland, Padang Padang, and Balangan—all within easy reach.
We will be happy to share our villas guests’ book once your booking will be confirmed with all our recommendations and favorite places.
Running a retreat can be a bit challenging, especially in a country you haven’t visited yet, of if yourself are not a big traveler. Organizing the perfect moment for you and your students can be time consuming, our goal is to assist you in every step so you will be able to deliver an incredible experience to your students, and focus on teaching and sharing mostly.
The Villas are newly built in 2019 with the intention to host retreat immersions and mindful groups.
Our goal, as a host, will be to embody your own values, and support you creating your dream retreat, all the way.
What to expect, what to do
Restaurants
Most of Uluwatu’s high end restaurants are located at clifftop luxury resorts and offer amazing views of the ocean. For more casual dining, you’ll find the winding streets of Jalan Raya Uluwatu and Jalan Labuansait, their smaller side streets and the most popular beaches surrounded by local warungs and laidback restaurants serving both Western and local food, with many venues focusing on healthy eats. Both smoothie bowls and flat whites have become staple fare in Uluwatu, but you can also still find a basic nasi goreng for next to nothing.
Bars & Lounges
Thanks to the stunning scenery, Uluwatu is home to some of the best beach clubs and clifftop pools on the island. Due to the landscape, most pools are located high up on the clifftops and offer sensational views at sunset and often host phenomenal DJ and live music sets. You’ll also find a few popular venues built on picture perfect beaches along the southern coastline. As the night wears on and surfers head back to the shore, the parties get wilder. Many of the clifftop venues host vibrant parties several nights a week, with a seemingly endless supply of Bintang beers and chilled cocktails served well into the night.
Arts & Culture
One of the most sought-after areas in Bali, Uluwatu offers a unique mix of surf culture, luxury resorts and relaxed village life and as a result, the area attracts a variety of travellers. Surfers come for the waves, honeymooners and wedding parties come for the clifftop views and intrepid travellers come to explore hidden beaches and visit ancient Hindu temples. Uluwatu is home to Pura Luhur Uluwatu – one of the most important and stunningly beautiful Hindu temples on the island. Uluwatu was featured in the iconic 1971 surf film Morning of the Earth and since then, the area has consistently been ranked as one of the best surf destinations on the planet. Besides die hard surfers, white sand beaches like Padang Padang, Bingin and Dreamland attract casual beach goers looking to channel that laidback surfer lifestyle.
Fitness/pilates
Bingin and Uluwatu are blessed with a number of incredible spaces, studios and gyms that will get our sweat and sizzle on.
Many have adjoining cafes & restaurants for a post workout re-fuel.
Bingin weather
Bali weather follows two seasons: dry and wet – though you can expect mostly warm and humid days throughout the year. The dry season is from April to October. This offers sunny days and an average temperature of 31° Celsius. Most consider the mid-year period to be the best time to go to Bali. You can expect a good balance between sun, sand and surf during the time. The wet season is November to March with occasional downpours and overcast skies. The windy months are between June and August, which Bali locals often refer to as the ‘kite season’ and when the skies are dotted with colourful traditional Balinese kites.
The Bukit peninsula is the dryer area of Bali, and during rainy season the weather is much better than in the rest of the Island.
Tours & Activities
Simply put, surf breaks are the main event in Uluwatu. The area has been attracting die hard surfers for decades, with the most popular surf breaks including those in Padang Padang, Impossibles, Bingin and Dreamland. The area is generally better suited for more experienced surfers, though there are plenty of surf schools around to show the ropes to those less experienced.
Even if you’re not a surfer, you can still enjoy the beautiful beaches in Uluwatu. The white sandy beaches in these parts are the beautiful beaches people see in their mind’s eye when dreaming of a Bali holiday (and which elude them up the coast in Kuta and Seminyak). Padang Padang Beach was made famous by the movie version of Eat Pray love. Other popular beaches include Bingin, Dreamland, Thomas Beach and Balangan.
Surf
Uluwatu is a popular destination for surfer looking for a heart pounding holiday but it also caters to travellers who prefer to chill out and relax in style. Life in Uluwatu revolves around the beach, with epic sunsets best enjoyed from stunning clifftop venues or the privacy of your own villa.
Shopping
Thanks to a handful of small boutique resorts, private villas and guesthouse bungalows, the Bukit has evolved beyond being simply a surfer’s paradise to become one of those rare enchanting places where people from all walks of life can find their own ideal holiday getaway.
You also find very beautiful stores now …
Getting to Bingin Retreat
We are located on the Bukit, the little peninsula at the southern tip of Bali. Not far from Uluwatu and Padang Padang, Bingin is Known for its famous surf culture, the area has become a hotspot for all things holistic health and is home to many expats, world travelers, spiritual seekers and surfers alike who come to enjoy the high vibrational living among a diverse community of creatives.
If you’re coming from abroad, you will land in Bali at the Denpasar Airport. From here expect a 45 min drive to the villas. We will be glad to assist you for your transfer.
The ocean
The Bukit is a world apart from Kuta’s crowd and crazy Seminyak, and will completely fulfill your soul with happiness if you’re looking for tranquility. The access to the stretch of white sand can be a bit challenging since walking over uneven steps is necessary.
Beach from Bingin Retreat, expect a 3 minutes walk through the village to the cliff top. From here, there are approximately 150 steps down to this unique beach.
And just from 10 minutes driving along the beautiful coastline by scooter/car to access numerous world class surfing spots: Uluwatu, Padang Padang, Impossibles, Dreamland, Balangan.… it is the perfect place to experience pristine beach with crystal clear waters.
Safety
It’s important to note that compared to many places in the world, Bali is fairly safe. There are some hassles from the avaricious, but most visitors face many more dangers at home.
Money – Electricity – Health and Visa
BAli is part of Indonesia.
- Local money is Rupiah (Rp), we speak Bahasa Indonesia and Balinese here.
- Your passport must be valid for six months after your date of arrival in Indonesia.
“All Indonesia” Arrival Card — What It Is & How to Use It
Indonesia has introduced a single digital entry form called All Indonesia. It combines immigration, customs, and health declarations into one online process, replacing separate forms like SATUSEHAT (health) and e-CD (customs). This page explains what it is, who needs it, and how to complete it.
Key Facts for Foreign Visitors
- Complete the form within 3 days before arrival (ideally ~72 hours).
- Average completion time: about 2–3 minutes.
- After submission you receive a QR code by email; show it at immigration and customs.
- Free of charge — there are no fees.
- Steps to Complete the Arrival CardVisit allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id.
Select English and choose Foreign Visitor, then enter the required details:
Personal details: nationality, full name, date of birth, passport number & expiry, contact info.
Travel details: arrival/departure dates; enter your e-Visa, ITAS, or KITAP number if applicable.
Transport & accommodation: arrival airport/port, flight/ship number, hotel or address.
Health & customs declarations: recent symptoms/travel, items to declare (e.g., animals, electronics, baggage limits), and IMEI registration for devices if prompted.
Submit the form to receive your QR code by email.
On arrival, present the QR code (on your phone or printed) together with your passport. - What the Card Does (and Doesn’t) Do
Saves time: one digital form for immigration, customs, and health declarations.
Participating entry points: use is required where available (e.g., Bali/Denpasar, Jakarta, Surabaya).
Not a visa: this is not a visa and does not replace visa requirements.
Visa Requirements Remain Separate
You must still hold the correct visa for your visit (e.g., Visa on Arrival, e-VOA, visa-free entry for certain ASEAN nationals, or other visa types based on nationality and purpose). The All Indonesia Arrival Card is a separate, mandatory entry declaration (where available) that you complete within 3 days before arrival — even if you already have a visa or are visa-exempt. - Retrieve or Re-Download Your Submission
If you already filled the form, you can look up and re-download your proof here: Retrieve Arrival Card.
Applying for Family Members
You can add multiple family members in one session by entering each traveler’s details individually.A travel-insurance policy to cover theft, loss and medical problems is essential. There is a wide variety of policies, most sold online; make certain your policy will cover speedy medical evacuation from anywhere in Indonesia.
In Bali and Indonesia you can expect the 2 pin socket and plug as used in larger parts of Europe. If you come from Australia, Japan, USA, Malaysia, UK, Canada, Singapore, and some countries in Africa you will most likely simply need a plug adapter otherwise the plugs for your electrical appliances will not fit into the “Bali Socket”, although the voltage should be o.k.
You can find more informations on this website https://www.bali.com/information-tips-must-know-advice.html