JARAN HILL CLIFF IN ULUWATU – SUNSET VIEWPOINT

Jaran Hill is one of the best sunset viewpoints in Uluwatu. I recently discovered the Jaran Hill cliffs by perusing Google maps on my phone in search of some interesting landscapes and when I arrived at Jaran Hill for sunset, I knew I had found a hidden gem.

 

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WHERE IS JARAN HILL & HOW TO GET THERE

Jaran Hill is located on the most western tip of the Bukit Penisula in south Bali.

If you are staying in the Uluwatu region you can rent a scooter for approximately 50,000 Rupiah per day and make your way over to Jaran Hill.

If you are coming from Kuta, Seminyak or Canggu it is approximately a 1-hour to 1.5-hour journey to Jaran Hill.

For scooter rentals, you can ask your accommodation to organise this as they are always able to help.

Alternatively, keep your eyes peeled along the main roads in the Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta and Uluwatu regions and you will be sure to find a scooter rental shop.

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Watching the sunset on the cliffs at Jaran Hill

WHAT TO EXPECT AT JARAN HILL CLIFF ULUWATU

Jaran Hill reminded me of Kelingking Beach in Nusa Penida. The curvature of the limestone cliffs, the colourful coral reef and the infamous surf spot known as ‘Secrets’ are what makes Jaran Hill one of the best viewpoints on the Bukit Peninsula.

The road to Jaran Hill turns from asphalt, to paved and then eventually to a rocky dirt trail that will lead you right down to the Uluwatu lighthouse where the trail ends.

I parked my scooter at the Uluwatu Lighthouse, which I believe is not even a functioning lighthouse, and then walked through some small bushes towards the Jaran Hill cliffs.

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Sunset at the Uluwatu lighthouse on Jaran Hill

Drone shot of Uluwatu lighthouse on Jaran Hill

 

JARAN HILL CLIFF ULUWATU – CONTINUED

There are three viewpoints at Jaran Hill:

#1 Uluwatu Lighthouse

There is a hole in the fence that surrounds the Uluwatu lighthouse and it is easy to climb to the top via the internal stairs to the first tier and then up the ladder to the viewing platform on the top.

If you have never experienced a sunset from the top of a lighthouse before, this is your chance.

#2 Jaran Hill Cliffs

Directly in front of Uluwatu lighthouse, there is a viewpoint that overlooks the curving limestone cliffs and the ‘Secrets’ surf break beneath Jaran Hill. Not a bad spot for a cold Bintang while you watch the sunset!

#3 Jaran Hill

Walk down to the very tip of Jaran Hill to experience panoramic views of the Bukit Penisula coastline. If you look to the left you can spot the Uluwatu Temple and to the right-hand side, you can see as far down as Uluwatu Beach.

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Bintang’s and sunsets on Jaran Hill

Drone shot of Jaran Hill Uluwatu and Secrets surf spot

JARAN HILL – THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Jaran Hill is a popular spot for the locals to hang out away from the more crowded spots such as Karang Boma Cliff and Uluwatu Temple, so please respect them when visiting Jaran Hill.

There are no rubbish bins provided at Jaran Hill, so if you plan to have a few Bintang’s at sunset please be sure to take any empty bottles and rubbish with you.

The best time to visit Jaran Hill is for sunset which is between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm.

 

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