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Canggu

With its hip vibe, surf beaches, cafe culture, yoga studios and organic ethos, it’s no surprise to learn that Canggu is also known as ‘Ubud by the Sea.’ Whether you want to learn to surf, practise your downward dog, grab a beanbag on the beach, browse the Sunday market, or simply soak up the bohemian culture, Canggu has much to offer.

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In recent years Canggu has grown in both and size and popularity, thanks to its great surfing beaches, hipster cafes and chilled ambience. The area largely consists of a series of beaches, all with their own vibe, stretching from the northern suburbs of Kuta in the south, up to the island temple of Tanah Lot in the north. It’s worth noting that the beaches further north have much darker sand, but the surfing is excellent everywhere and if you’ve never surfed but would like to try, it’s a great place to book a lesson, grab a board and catch some waves.

The many surfers that travel to Canggu have brought a relaxed and bohemian style of beach life to the area. Yoga studios are now springing up all along the coast, so it’s easy to keep up your practise by taking a class. There are also lots of shopping opportunities in the growing plethora of ‘hippy’ style shops and markets, which are great for browsing artisan jewellery, organic foods, clothing, hand-crafted accessories and surf-ware. Both vegetarians and vegans are well-catered for in Canggu, although there is a wide range of restaurants to suit all palettes and budgets. Look out for the murals adorning the walls of the cafes and restaurants.

The beaches here are made for lounging and you’ll find plenty of beanbags and sunbeds to enjoy a cool drink while watching the surfers. As Canggu faces westwards, the sunsets are stunning and we’d recommend watching this natural wonder at one of the beachside barbecue bars, with a cocktail and a snack.

If you’re looking for some traditional Balinese culture, we’d suggest a visit to the famous Tanah Lot Temple, one of seven sea temples believed to form a protective ‘chain’ around the island. The temple is sited on a small island of rock, around 100-metres offshore, making it only accessible at low-tide. Built over 500 years ago, the name of the temple means, ‘Land in Sea’ and it is believed that a small spring of water at its base produces holy water able to cleanse away any bad spirits, making Tanah Lot one of Bali’s most important sacred temples. The best time to visit is sunset, where you can also see a traditional Balinese Kecak dance.

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Canggu, Bali

Cutting-edge contemporary design, roof-top pools, modern landscaping, stunning ocean views and some of Bali’s best surfing beaches on the doorstep, Como Uma Canggu has all the ingredients to dish up a fantastic beach and surfing holiday.

COMO Uma Canggu

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Bali, Indonesia

Immerse yourself in ancient Balinese history and culture, taking in historic Klungkung Palace, the traditional village of Tenganan, Goa Lawah Temple and the beautiful rice paddy fields of Rendang.

Ancient East Coast Bali

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Experience the thrill of white-water rafting on the Ayung River, with a two-hour adventure rushing past untamed rainforest, towering gorges and lush rice terraces, while your guide expertly directs you through torrents, tight turns and inclined rapids.

Ayung White Water Rafting

Bali, Indonesia

Enjoy a sunset trip to Uluwatu Temple and see a traditional Balinese Kecak dance, before a beachside supper at Jimbaran Bay.

Sunset over Uluwatu and Kecak Dancing

Bali, Indonesia

Spend the day with a Brahman family learning traditional wood-carving techniques, assisting in preparing a delightful lunch, receiving a purifying blessing, before having your stars read by a highly respected astrologer.

Local Encounters on the Blessing Trail

Bali, Indonesia

Spend the day exploring some of Bali’s most famous temples, including the Taman Ayun Temple complex and the iconic ‘floating’ Ulun Danu Temple, combined with a visit to the bustling Candi Kuning market and the UNESCO-recognised rice terraces at Jatiluwih.

Picturesque Central Bali

Bali, Indonesia

Enjoy a two-hour private cruise on a speedboat exploring the impressive coastline of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula at the southern-most tip of the island, seeing the shores, temples and surfers from a different perspective as the sun sets over Jimbaran Bay.

Romantic Sunset Cruise around Jimbaran Bay

Bali, Indonesia

Visit Mengwi and the beautiful temple complex at Taman Ayun, say hello to the macaque monkeys in Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest, then head south to Bali’s most famous temple complex at Tanah Lot to enjoy the incredible sight of the sun setting on the horizon.

Monkey Forest and Tanah Lot

Bali, Indonesia

Enjoy a cooking class that offers a fascinating introduction to the exotic ingredients of Balinese cuisine. After selecting your produce from the market, prepare a feast to be enjoyed at a dining table surrounded by beautiful rice fields.

Rural Balinese Cooking Class

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Enjoy a peaceful trek through the river valley of Tukad Wos, with fine views of the volcanic Mount Agung, passing small villages, temples and rice fields, heading north along the famous Campuhan Ridge one of the finest trekking routes in Ubud.

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Bali, Indonesia

Enjoy a day of exploring the countryside around Ubud by bike and foot, seeing the incredible rice terraces of Tegalalang, visiting an artisan market, enjoying an exotic lunch and trekking through the green gasses of Campuhan Ridge.

Central Bali by Bike and Foot

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