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Bali
Indonesia
Island of the Gods
Tropical paradise combining Hindu temples, terraced rice fields, world-class surf, spa culture, and extraordinary affordability.
Things to do
- Tegallalang Rice Terracesmust-see
UNESCO-listed emerald green rice paddies — best photographed at 7am.
2 hrs · $2 entry · nature - Ubud Monkey Forestmust-see
Sacred forest sanctuary home to 700 macaques — a unique wildlife experience.
1.5 hrs · $5 · nature - Tanah Lot Templemust-see
Ancient sea temple perched on a rock — spectacular at sunset.
2 hrs · $5 · culture - Seminyak Beach Sunsetmust-see
World-class beach sunset with beach clubs — some free access before 5pm.
2 hrs · Free–$10 · nature - Traditional Balinese Cooking Classrecommended
Learn to cook 5 Balinese dishes including a market visit.
4 hrs · $25–45 · activity - Mount Batur Sunrise Trekrecommended
Active volcano trek — worth waking at 2am for the views.
Full day · $35–60 (guide) · nature - Tirta Empul Holy Springsrecommended
Sacred purification temple where you can join bathing rituals.
1.5 hrs · $3 · culture - Bali Spa Dayrecommended
Full 2-hour Balinese massage + scrub at a reputable Ubud spa.
2–3 hrs · $20–35 · activity