Canggu is a small village north of two of the busiest towns in Bali: Kuta and Seminyak. But despite being considered a surfers’ hotspot and maintaining the same youthful and relaxed vibe of the other towns, Canggu still preserves a quieter side with a much less touristy vibe. It’s still possible to find rice terraces and beautiful landscapes in Canggu, very similar to what you’ll find in Ubud, because the area is still not fully developed. However, Canggu keeps developing and growing every day. Let’s enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and nature while it lasts!
Canggu is also often chosen as a temporary home for many digital nomads, and its cafes are great options for those who need to spend the day (or part of it) working. It’s a place full of quiet and cute organic and vegetarian cafes and restaurants with lots of colorful food. The decoration of these cafes, along with the beautiful nature around them, makes them the perfect places for Instagram pictures!
Also, this laid-back destination welcomes everyone with its surfing options, beaches, spas, cafes, horseback riding options, yoga in a cute studio, and much more! Don’t forget to grab a drink in one of its many beach clubs while enjoying the sunset right in front of the beach. This is a must when visiting Canggu.
Among Bali’s numerous beaches, Canggu Beach was recently chosen among CNN’s “World’s 100 Best Beaches” in position no. 39. Located in the village of Canggu in North Kuta, District of Badung, quite close to Legian Beach, Canggu offers a wide stretch of black sand beach that is world-famous for its magnificent surf. In 2004, Canggu Beach hosted the Indonesia Surfing Championship (ISC), chosen for its barrelling waves as well as the beauty of its shores. On the other side of the blue surf, one can see tiers of lush green rice paddies where flocks of birds come to fly over or roost. This panoramic scene is rarely found along other beaches and therefore offers a unique experience for its beholders.
Sunsets in Canggu can also be quite a surreal experience. Do not forget to enjoy the barbecued corn while watching the sun slowly disappear beyond the horizon. Canggu remains a rural area, where you will be able to experience the simple Balinese village way of life. It takes only some 25 minutes from here to the famous Tanah Lot temple and some 20 minutes to Seminyak for those who yearn for more exciting nightlife and loads of shopping. At present, Canggu continues to improve its facilities. There are already several hotels, villas, restaurants, and cafes available to spoil any visitor.
Canggu is a large area, so pick a beach or subdistrict you’d like to focus on, and start there. Old Man’s Bar, Finn’s Beach Club, and the Deus ex Machina bike store–cum–gallery is universally known landmarks and good starting points for a bar crawl on foot. Or just head to the Batu Bolong strip, the epicenter of thumping nightlife in Canggu.
Located some 18 km from the city of Denpasar, Canggu Beach can be reached in 45 minutes by car from Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport. When you drive from Kuta Beach, it will take only 20 minutes to reach the village of Kerobokan. Then turn left until you reach rice fields that touch the ocean. Then you know you have arrived at Canggu. Canggu lies 25 minutes north of Seminyak and is halfway to Tanah Lot. It is advisable to hire your car or make sure that your hotel can pick you up from the airport.
