Top Tours & Activities in Bali

The Highlights

Bali has more to do than you’ll fit in any trip. Here are the must-dos:

Uluwatu Temple — clifftop temple with incredible sunset views and Kecak fire dance performance
Tanah Lot — iconic sea temple, best at sunset
Tirta Empul — water purification temple in Ubud (you can participate)
Tegallalang Rice Terraces — the famous Instagram rice paddies near Ubud
Ubud Monkey Forest — hundreds of long-tailed macaques in a temple forest

Mount Batur sunrise hike — wake up at 2am, hike to the summit, watch the sunrise over the volcano. Worth the early start.
Nusa Penida day trip — dramatic cliffs, Kelingking Beach (the T-Rex), Crystal Bay. Book a fast boat from Sanur.
White water rafting on the Ayung River near Ubud
Diving/snorkelling — Amed, Tulamben (USAT Liberty shipwreck), Nusa Penida (manta rays)
Waterfalls — Sekumpul (best in Bali), Tegenungan (closest to Ubud), Gitgit (north Bali)

Spa and massage — Bali is famous for affordable, high-quality massages. Budget ~100,000–200,000 IDR ($6–13) for a 1-hour Balinese massage.
Yoga retreats — Ubud is the yoga capital. Drop-in classes everywhere.
Beach clubs — Finn’s, Potato Head, Sundays (Uluwatu). Day passes typically $15–50.

KKday and Klook usually have the best prices for organised tours
GetYourGuide has strong coverage for cultural and adventure activities
Book popular activities 1–2 days ahead during peak season
Private tours (driver + guide) give you more flexibility than group tours and aren’t much more expensive when split between 2–4 people
Ask your hotel — they often have partnerships with local guides and can arrange good deals

Sarong — required for temple visits (bring your own or rent one at the entrance)
Sunscreen — reef-safe if you’re snorkelling
Water — stay hydrated, especially for hikes and outdoor activities
Cash — some activities and local vendors don’t accept cards
Your phone with data — for maps, Grab, and photos. Make sure you’re connected →

Detailed activity guides by area coming soon.