Things to Do in Bali

Bali's activities range from spiritual to adrenaline-pumping.

Culture & Temples

Perched on a 70-meter high cliff. famous for its sunset Kecak fire dance performance.

Tip: Watch out for the monkeys here; they are notorious thieves (glasses, phones).

A sea temple sitting on a rock formation. Best visited at sunset/low tide.

A holy water temple where you can participate in a purification ritual (Melukat). Respectful dress is required (sarong provided).

A sanctuary for over 1,000 long-tailed macaques. The jungle setting with ancient banyan trees and moss-covered statues is Indiana Jones-esque.

The iconic stepped rice paddies. Go at sunrise (6-7 AM) to see the light rays and avoid the heat/crowds.

A moderate 2-hour hike up an active volcano to watch the sunrise. You'll need a guide (pickup usually 2 AM).

Kuta/Batu Bolong for beginners. Uluwatu/Padang Padang for experts.

Take a fast boat to this neighboring island to see Kelingking Beach (the T-Rex shaped cliff) and swim with manta rays.

The Yoga Barn or Radiantly Alive in Ubud are world-famous institutions offering drop-in classes.

You can find excellent massages for IDR 100k-150k ($7-10) almost everywhere.