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Seminyak and Canggu travel guide

Beach clubs, surf and Bali's best restaurants

Sunset at a Canggu beach. Photo: Schweigeblick, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

15h 45mflight from London
DPSnearest main airport
26° in Novwarmest month
23° in Augcoolest month

Seminyak and Canggu are Bali's trendiest beach areas, with stylish beach clubs, boutique villas, cafés and some of the island's best restaurants and bars.

Canggu has a laid-back surf and digital-nomad scene, while Seminyak is a little more upmarket. Sunsets over the Indian Ocean are the main event every evening.

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What Seminyak is known for

  • Sunsets

    Every evening on the beach.

  • Beach clubs

    Potato Head and more.

  • Surfing

    Lessons for beginners.

  • Tanah Lot

    A temple on a sea rock.

Top things to do in Seminyak and Canggu

  1. 1

    A beach club day

    Pools, cocktails and sunset.

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  2. 2

    Surf lessons

    Beginner waves at Batu Bolong.

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  3. 3

    Tanah Lot

    A sea temple at sunset.

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  4. 4

    A spa day

    Balinese massage for a few pounds.

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Where to stay in Seminyak and Canggu

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Best time to visit Seminyak and Canggu

Best value: Jan–Apr, Sep. April to October: dry, sunny and good for surfing.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 15h 45m from London to DPS, and flights from most UK airports. How long is the flight from your airport?

Traffic is heavy: walk or use Grab and Gojek. Drivers for longer trips.

Airport transfer to Seminyak

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Good to know

  • Swim between the red and yellow flags: rip currents are strong.
  • Don't hire a scooter without a licence and insurance.
  • Allow extra time to the airport in traffic.
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Seminyak and Canggu FAQ

Seminyak or Canggu?

Seminyak for style, Canggu for surf and cafés.

Are the beaches good for swimming?

Waves are big; take care.

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