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BaliIndonesia

Surf breaks in the south, rice terraces and temples inland, and a long-established remote-work scene.

The vibe

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Derived from Bali’s strongest Destination DNA attributes.

Where is Bali?

Map showing the location of Bali, IndonesiaBali, Indonesia is in Asia. The marker shows its approximate position.
Simplified location map: Bali, Indonesia, Asia.

Bali is an Indonesian island in the Lesser Sunda chain, immediately east of Java and west of Lombok.

At a glance

Country
Indonesia
Region
Asia
City size
Large city
English
Low

Why you might like Bali

  • Surfing
  • Beach
  • Island
  • Warm & sunny
  • Hiking
  • Nightlife

Bali covers a lot of ground for one island: consistent surf and beach clubs around Canggu and Uluwatu, volcanic ridges and rice terraces inland, and Hindu temple ceremonies woven into daily life. Getting between areas usually means a scooter or a driver rather than public transport.

Bali in facts

Country
Indonesia
Region
Asia
City size
Large city · ~4.4M residents

Island resident population · UN World Urbanization Prospects and national statistics offices, 2024

English proficiency
Low · 471/800

Country-level score · EF English Proficiency Index 2025

Why Bali stands out

  1. Bali's rice terraces, such as those at Tegalalang and Jatiluwih, are farmed using a centuries-old irrigation system called subak.

  2. The island is predominantly Hindu, distinct from the rest of Muslim-majority Indonesia, shaping its temples and daily offerings.

  3. Uluwatu Temple sits on a cliff edge above the Indian Ocean and hosts traditional Kecak fire dance performances at sunset.

  4. Bali's south coast ranges from the surf breaks of Uluwatu to the built-up beach resorts of Kuta and Seminyak.

Good to know

  • Traffic in areas like Seminyak and Canggu can be heavy, and many visitors rent scooters to get around more easily.
  • The dry season runs roughly April to October, while the wet season from November to March brings frequent rain.
  • Ubud, in the island's interior, has a cooler climate and a different pace than the beach towns on the coast.

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