Bali is a famous destination for travelers from all over the world. According to Road Genius Bali welcomed 6.3 million international tourists in 2024. This is of course amazing but it can be challenging if you don’t know where to go to avoid the tourist mass. A more conscious and slow travel will allow you to really connect with Bali, its culture and nature. Yes, Bali is so much more than beautiful beaches and clubs!
While most travelers flock to the same popular beaches, at our best Surf & Yoga Camp Bali we offer the perfect opportunity to explore the island’s hidden gems.
Here we will share with you 5 Bali’s hidden gems that you will not find on a usual travel guide. Those places are mostly unknown and they still keep the authenticity of the island. Write them down for your next Bali trip.
Hidden Gem 1: Seseh Beach
Seseh Beach is a beautiful and still very quiet beach just 10 minutes from Canggu and 5 minutes from Munggu where our Surf Camp Bali is.
This beach is perfect for quiet walking and sunset watching. There is also a very cute bar called “Pantai Warung” (Warung in Indonesian means a small, family-owned café or shop)
The vibes here during sunset time are magical. The beach is one of the nicest around Badung area and is definitely much more quiet than Canggu, Kuta or Uluwatu. You can also try surfing here, depending on the wave condition. It is a good spot for beginner surf lessons.
Hidden Gem 2: Balian Beach
This is another beautiful beach, a bit further away, around 1 hour and a half from Canggu, but is definitely worth a visit. Imagine a boho vibe, surfers from all around the world, just few people around and some nice cafes facing the sea. That’s a perfect spot for any surfer who wants to avoid the crowd.
Hidden Gem 3: Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
Forget the crowded rice terrace in Ubud, the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in Bali are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for their cultural and natural importance. Even though it’s becoming more popular year after year, it is still a quiet and less known place to visit during your trip to Bali. At Kavo Maison Surf & Yoga Camp we offer weekend excursions to it as it is just about a 1 hour drive.
Hidden Gem 4: Nyang Nyang Beach
This is a stunning hidden beach on the South of the island. To reach it you will have to do a short walk but it is definitely worth it. The nature there is wild, the ocean is crystal blue and is perfect if you want to disconnect and recharge.
Hidden Gem 5: Sing Sing Angin Waterfall
This stunning waterfall is in the middle of the nature of the Tabanan area. This area is not much known and for this reason is one of our favourite places to recharge in Bali. With its beautiful nature, the waterfalls and the view of the mountains is the perfect place for a day’s escape. Sing Sing Angin Waterfall feels like a secret garden. The sound of rushing water echoes through the jungle, making it a magical spot far from the crowds. Around the waterfall you will also be able to do a little walk in the ricefields. Tabanan is only 40-50 min drive from Kavo Maison our surf and yoga retreat Bali.
How to Combine Surf, Yoga & Hidden Gems
Joining a surf camp Bali is the perfect combination to relax, connect and explore the country. Everyday you will move your body and be in touch with the ocean, get surf lessons Canggu, nourish your soul through yoga practice and other workshops. You will also connect with people from all around the world and have fun, playing, singing, laughing. You will make memories that will last forever. At the same time you will get to know more about the balinese culture and in your free time you will have the opportunity to explore the island and thanks to these 5 hidden gems tips, you will definitely be able to see the real Bali, away from the crowd.
We hope that this article will inspire you to get out of the usual touristic path in Bali, that will help you get inspiration to explore and see new places. Bali is so much more than beaches and nightlife. Its true beauty lives in quiet waterfalls, endless rice terraces, hidden temples and places where time slows down. Visiting these hidden gems allows you to experience the island as it really is: authentic, spiritual, and alive.
We truly believe that Kavo Maison Surf & Yoga Camp is one of the best surf camps in Bali if you don’t want just to come for a “normal vacation”, but for a whole life experience! We want to give you the opportunity to have a home away from home, a place where to start your journey to explore the island. Our doors will open in November 2025, in the peaceful village of Munggu.
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