Celukan Bawang Cruise Port
Lovina, Indonesia · Asia
Cruise ships dock at Celukan Bawang - Commercial Cruise Pier, Lovina.
Plan my port daysIndustrial harbour on Bali's quiet north coast. Ships berth alongside, but there is no walkable town, so a pre-booked driver is essential for Lovina, Singaraja and the mountains.
At a glance
Port summary
Celukan Bawang is a cargo port, not a tourist terminal. Ships berth alongside the commercial pier and the surroundings are industrial, with almost nothing to walk to. Independent travel is very doable but hinges on transport you arrange before you sail. Lovina and its dawn dolphin trips are about 30 minutes east; Singaraja, the old Buleleng capital, is a little further; and the headline mountain sights — Munduk's waterfalls, the twin lakes and the Ulun Danu Beratan temple at Bedugul — are 60 to 90 minutes up winding roads. Do not count on finding a driver at the gate when several hundred passengers step off at once.
Cruise dock
🚢 Celukan Bawang - Commercial Cruise Pier
Celukan Bawang is a working commercial and cargo harbour on Bali's north coast. Cruise ships berth alongside the main pier; the surroundings are industrial, with no passenger terminal, shops or walkable town, so onward transport must be arranged in advance.
📍 Latitude: -8.188504, Longitude: 114.83189
See dock on port map →Getting to Lovina
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
A private car with an English-speaking driver for the day is the standard and best way to see North Bali. Book before you sail; day rates are negotiable and paid in cash.
📍 Pre-booked driver meets you at the port gate with a name sign
Ship shore excursions and some local operators run coach transfers to Lovina and the mountains. Easiest if you don't want to organise a driver, but less flexible.
📍 Tour desks and cruise-line excursions organise coach transfers from the pier
Self-drive is not recommended: you need an International Driving Permit, traffic is left-hand and chaotic, and the mountain roads are steep and winding. Hire a driver instead.
📍 No rental desk at the port; arrange delivery from Lovina in advance
Ojek motorbike taxis and ride apps can work for short local hops, but coverage is patchy this far north and they are impractical for the long, hilly runs to the main sights.
📍 Occasionally at the gate, or via the Grab/Gojek apps when there is signal
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Carry enough Indonesian rupiah in cash for the whole day: drivers, entrance fees and warungs are cash-only, and there is no ATM at the port.
Things to do
Ulun Danu Beratan Temple
⭐ Highlight
The iconic water temple that seems to float on Lake Beratan, framed by cool mountains.
🕐 Morning before cloud builds
Brahmavihara-Arama
⭐ Highlight
Bali's largest Buddhist monastery, with a golden stupa and hillside gardens overlooking the sea.
🕐 Mid-morning
Singaraja Old Harbour & Ling Gwan Kiong Temple
Short stop🚶 Walk
Walk Singaraja's old harbourfront past the independence monument and a colourful Chinese temple.
🕐 Late afternoon
Karang Rata Beach
Short stop🏖️ Beach
A quiet black-sand beach with coconut palms by the port, great for a sunrise stroll or a dip.
🕐 Sunrise or late afternoon
Lovina Beach
Short stop🏖️ Beach
Relax on Lovina's calm black-sand beach, the hub of North Bali's laid-back coast.
🕐 Morning or late afternoon
Menjangan Island Snorkelling
🎯 Activity
Snorkel or dive the clear, coral-rich waters of Menjangan Island in the West Bali National Park.
🕐 Morning, calm seas
Lovina Dolphin Watching
🎯 Activity
Head out at sunrise on a local outrigger to watch wild dolphins off Lovina.
🕐 Sunrise, around 6am
Wanagiri Twin Lakes Viewpoint
Short stop📸 Viewpoint
Ridge-top viewpoints and photo swings looking down over the twin lakes Buyan and Tamblingan.
🕐 Morning for clear views
Gitgit Waterfall
🌿 Nature
A tall, easy-to-reach waterfall in the hills above Singaraja, a short walk through spice gardens.
🕐 Morning
Munduk Waterfall
🌿 Nature
A cool rainforest walk to a powerful waterfall in the Munduk highlands.
🕐 Morning
Banjar Hot Springs
wellness
Soak in warm, sulphur-rich spring water flowing from carved stone spouts in a lush garden.
🕐 Morning before it fills up
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Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Lovina?
- Your ship docks directly at the Lovina cruise terminal in Indonesia.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Lovina?
- Yes. Lovina is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Lovina centre?
- Typical options include Taxi, Shuttle bus, Car rental, Motorbike taxi. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Lovina?
- Plan for at least 4 hours ashore to see Lovina independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Lovina and are cards accepted?
- Lovina uses the Indonesian Rupiah. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Lovina cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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