Things to do in Bali

Landmark · Bukit Peninsula

A clifftop sea temple with crashing surf below, famous for its sunset Kecak fire dance.

Local tip: Come for sunset and the 6pm Kecak performance; hold onto your sunglasses — the monkeys are expert thieves.

Nature · Ubud

The postcard emerald terraces stepping down a lush valley north of Ubud.

Local tip: Go at opening before the tour buses; small donations are expected at the viewpoints and jungle swings.

Neighborhood · Canggu

Surf-and-nomad central: cafes, coworking, gyms and beach clubs strung between rice fields.

Local tip: Where most remote workers base — beat the infamous Canggu traffic by learning the scooter side-roads.

Culture · Ubud

Ubud's green core — a ridge walk through the hills and a sacred forest full of macaques.

Local tip: Walk the Campuhan Ridge at dawn before the heat and crowds; Ubud is calmer and greener than the south coast.

Nature · Karangasem (east Bali)

A lush, quiet valley of rice fields and rivers under Mount Agung, far from the crowds.

Local tip: This is the uncrowded, authentic Bali — rent a homestay and slow right down.

Food · South Bali

Beach-grill seafood at Jimbaran and upmarket dining and beach clubs in Seminyak.

Local tip: Sunset seafood with your feet in the sand at Jimbaran is a classic; Seminyak for the polished dining scene.