Bali Day Trips: Best Escapes Around Canggu
The best of Bali is right on your doorstep. Here are five spots worth the ride.
Our Picks
A Bali icon that lives up to the hype. It sits on a rock formation amidst crashing waves, it’s the ultimate sunset spot and easy to reach solo or as a duo.
Insider tip: Order a Grab or Gojek bike for a faster trip.
Canggu’s cool and calm black sand beach. It’s trendy but not chaotic, great for surfing, long walks and sunsets.
Insider tip: The black sand can get scorching during the day so keep your sandals on.
Rent a scooter and cruise through this scenic back-road ride for a glimpse into the "real" Bali. It’s a peaceful escape from the busy main streets into lush greenery and traditional farming.
Insider tip: For the best photos, aim for a sunrise start. By 9 AM, the light is perfect and you’ve dodged the midday heat.
The quiet alternative to Ubud’s monkey forest. With towering nutmeg trees and a much more natural vibe, it’s a proper nature break without the tourist crowds.
Insider tip: Go on a weekday morning and you’ll often have entire moss-covered sections of the forest all to yourself.
An underrated Royal Water Temple known for its multi-tiered shrines and lush lotus ponds. It’s the perfect spot to wander at your own pace.
Insider tip: The morning hours offer softer lighting where the architecture and gardens really shine.
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