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Best Things to See and Do in Ubud – A Bali Guide

Located near the geographical center of Bali, Ubud is also its artistic, cultural, and spiritual heart. The town is packed with attractions, including iconic temples, lively markets, art museums, and scenic walking trails through rice fields, while several magnificent waterfalls and must-see historic temples are just a short drive out of town. This makes it the perfect place to stay for several days while you explore both the town and the many nearby fantastic attractions that Bali has to offer....

Best Beaches in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida – A Bali Guide

A short boat ride from Bali lies three small but stunningly beautiful islands. Collectively known as the Nusa islands, the two most popular among visitors are Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida. While there are many fun things to do on each island, one of their main draws is their collection of spectacular beaches. To help you plan your visit and get the most out of your time on these islands, we put together this travel guide on the Best Beaches...

Best Beaches and Snorkelling Spots in Gili Trawangan (Gili T)

Indonesia sits within Southeast Asia’s Coral Triangle and has some incredibly rich marine biodiversity, so adding Gili T to your itinerary is a great way to experience some beautiful underwater adventures. Fringed by white-sand beaches with stunning views of Lombok and Bali on either side of the island, and surrounded by biodiverse coral reefs, Gili T offers some of Southeast Asia’s best snorkelling and diving, regardless of whether you’re a beginner or an expert. Its crystal clear and warm waters...

Best Things to See and Do in Gili Trawangan (Gili T)

Gili Trawangan, often called Gili T for short, is a small yet very beautiful tropical island off the coast of Lombok. It’s part of a small archipelago of three islands, collectively known as the Gili Islands. Although not part of Bali per se, the Gili Islands, and Gili T in particular, have become a staple on most Bali itineraries due to their proximity to it. Gili T is a fantastic place to relax and unwind, enjoy the beautiful sunsets, sunrises...

Kelingking Beach nusa penida

Perfect Day Trip to Nusa Penida from Bali

Looking for a great day trip option from Bali? Look no further than the stunning and natural beauty that is Nusa Penida. Located less than 20 km from Bali’s coast, the island’s idyllic beaches, dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters, as well as its fantastic snorkelling and diving spots, make it a fantastic destination for those seeking an escape from the hustle of some of Bali’s busier tourist scenes. Although deserving of a multiple-day stay, many can only allot a day...

Best Things to See and Do in Nusa Lembongan – A Bali Guide

Often overlooked by visitors to Bali, Nusa Lembongan has a lot to offer. It’s the closest of the three Nusa islands just off the southeast Bali coast, a short 35-minute boat ride away. It can easily be visited on a day trip, but probably deserves more time if you can fit it into your itinerary. Although you can find some luxury and beach clubs here, on average, it’s more gritty, less developed and more rustic than Bali. It’s known for...

Sidemen Rice Field Trek – A Bali Hiking Guide

Sidemen is such a beautiful area of Bali. The small town is surrounded by lush green forests, expansive rice fields and towering mountains, with views of the imposing Mount Agung in the distance. Unlike Ubud, few make it out to this area of eastern Bali, making your outdoor explorations more pleasant and solitary. One of the best things to do in the region is to explore the various rice fields, including the official Sidemen Rice Field Trek trail. To help...

Sari Organic Rice Field trail

Best Scenic Walks and Hikes Around Ubud – A Bali Hiking Guide

Though not necessarily known as a major hiking destination, Bali does have its fair share of scenic walking paths, particularly amongst beautiful rice terraces. It also has a few towering volcanoes that you can summit, which are popular spots from which to admire the sunrise. To help you discover some of our best options, we put together this Bali Hiking Guide on the Best Scenic Walks and Hikes Around Ubud. First, we will present trails that you can do from...

Penestanan Rice Field Walk and Hidden Mossy River Carvings – An Ubud Guide

If you are looking for a scenic walk that’s less busy than Ubud’s more popular trails, such as the Campuhan Ridge Walk or the Sari Organic Walk, Penestanan is the place to go. Getting there from central Ubud will allow you to discover several off-the-beaten-track areas, including an amazing spot where you’ll find mossy stone carvings down by a hidden river in Penestanan village. The walk itself amongst the Penestanan rice fields is also quite beautiful and serene. We went...

Sweet Orange Walk Trail (Kajeng & Subak Juwuk Manis rice fields) – An Ubud Guide

The Sweet Orange Walk is one of Ubud‘s most popular walking circuits. It’s a loop trail that combines both the Subak Juwuk Manis and the Kajeng rice fields. Of the town’s many rice field trails, it’s the most central and easily accessible, and it runs roughly parallel to the nearby Sari Organic Walk trail. The walk is quite easy as it takes place mostly along flat terrain, and you’ll cross many cafés, and stores along the way, particularly as you...