Suwahen Beach

    A near-empty cove for people who want to be alone.

    Suwahen barely makes it onto the standard tour circuit and that's the point. A long, steep stairway drops through the cliffs to a small white-sand cove where you'll usually see two or three people, not two or three hundred.

    There are no warungs, no chairs, and no shade at the bottom. Bring water, snacks, and a hat. Pack out everything you pack in.

    The climb back up is the hardest of any beach on the island. Don't go in the middle of the day.

    Best time
    Early morning before the heat
    Time from villa
    About 45 minutes by car
    Swim safe?
    Wade, don't swim — currents can pick up

    Staying with us? We'll book this — and every other logistic — from the villa.