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Things to Do in Bali — Experiences & Activities

Bali isn't a one-thing destination. From dawn volcano hikes and white-water rafting to temple ceremonies, traditional cooking classes, yoga retreats and world-class surf — the activity calendar never stops. Browse our top experiences below and book any of them through our partners.

Top Bali experiences

  • Surfing in Bali

    Best surf breaks for every level — Kuta, Canggu, Uluwatu, Padang Padang.

  • Wellness & spa

    Yoga retreats, sound healing, traditional Balinese massage and detox programs.

  • Cooking classes

    Market tours and traditional Balinese cuisine workshops with local chefs.

  • Temple ceremonies

    Witness Hindu rituals at Tanah Lot, Uluwatu, Besakih and Tirta Empul.

  • Waterfall trekking

    Hidden waterfalls deep in Bali's interior rainforests.

  • White-water rafting

    Ayung River gorge rapids through lush jungle canopy.

  • Rice field cycling

    Pedal through traditional villages and terraced paddies.

  • Sunrise volcano trekking

    Pre-dawn hike up Mount Batur for sunrise across the island.

  • Cultural shows

    Balinese dance, gamelan music and the iconic Kecak fire dance at Uluwatu.

  • Dolphin watching

    Sunrise outrigger boat trips to see wild spinner dolphins off Lovina's north coast.

  • Sunset cliff bars

    Cocktails on Bali's most dramatic clifftop bars — Rock Bar, Single Fin and beyond.

  • Rice terrace walks

    Guided walks through Ubud's iconic Tegallalang and Jatiluwih terraces.