Lovina Beach

Lovina Beach is a coastal stretch on the north coast of Bali in Buleleng Regency, about 9 km west of Singaraja. It is known for its dark volcanic sand, calm waters, and dolphin-watching boat tours at sunrise. Developed as a resort area since the 1950s, it comprises several adjoining villages including Kalibukbuk and Anturan and offers a quieter alternative to southern Bali beaches.

Visitors can expect a long stretch of dark grey to black volcanic sand bordered by calm sea waters and traditional outrigger boats (jukung) lined along the shore. The area is centered around Kalibukbuk village with beachfront resorts, restaurants and boat operators. Main activity is early-morning dolphin watching tours, with opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and viewing sunrise over the Bali Sea. The beach is generally quiet with fishing boats and views toward the northern coastline.

Lovina was developed as a tourist area in the 1950s by Anak Agung Panji Tisna, former regent of Buleleng, who built a holiday home and named the area Lovina, interpreted as Love Indonesia. It was promoted to provide a resort destination on Bali's north coast.

The beach area reflects the coastal fishing culture of North Bali, with traditional jukung boats and fishing villages. Dolphin imagery is central to local identity and tourism, symbolized by the dolphin statue at the beach.