From Natural Wonders to Anti-Mainstream Destinations, Here Are the Hidden Gems in Bali You Should Put into Your Bucket List!

Published On 11 Jan 2025

Looking for anti-mainstream hidden gems to visit while you’re in Bali? Since Bali has been a popular destination choice not only by local tourists but also tourists across the globe, it's only natural for the “Dewata Island” to be crowded.

Especially if you visit during the holiday season, you may find yourself in a long queue just to take pictures at the top of the Broken Beach Nusa Penida cliff. Therefore, many tourists would search for hidden gems that they could visit in Bali with the hope that they could enjoy Bali’s beauty to the utmost and have the best holiday experience.

Here we have a list of hidden gem destinations for you!

Hidden Natural Wonders in Bali

For those who have adventurous spirits, Bali offers a lot of natural sites that you can call hidden gems to be put into your bucket list. Check them out in this list:

Padang-Padang Beach

Have you ever watched the movie “Eat, Pray, Love”? This beach is one of the filming locations! Located in Labuan Sait Road, Pecatu Village, South Kuta, Badung, Bali, Padang-Padang Beach has hills, trees, and coal reefs for a view. To reach the beach, you will need to go down a steep set of stairs. However, all the walk down will be worth it once you see the crystal clear sea and breathtaking view.

Soan Galuh Beach

The next recommendation would be a beach in the depths of the Tabanan area. Soan Galuh Beach has an iconic spot, a cliff of an enormous cave that’s indent directly towards the beach. Other than taking pictures, you can also spend some me-time while waiting for the beautiful sunset view.

If you want to visit Soan Galuh Beach, make sure to come when the sea level recedes so you can enter the cave. When there’s a high tide, it will be harder for you to go inside the cave or walk along the beach freely.

Ulu Petanu Waterfall

If you’re looking for something other than the beach, Bali still has a ton of other natural sites you can visit! One of them is the Ulu Petanu Waterfall that opened more recently in the area of Tegallalang Gianyar. This waterfall is surrounded by a forest with a remarkable view. Very suitable for those seeking a healing time in Bali.

It’s recommended for you to come visit in the morning, when it’s more comfortable and the air is extra fresh. Do not worry if you are not good at swimming, as the pool is not too deep.

Batu Jaran Hill

The next hidden gem is located 40 minutes away from I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport, where you can enjoy an astonishing view of southern Bali shore, fresh air, and sunset from a hill. To do so, you can go up a 20 meter high white tower. Not only that, you can also do pre-wedding photoshoots around the area!

Tianyar Savanna

Up next, is a unique natural site in Bali that you can visit, which is a savanna located in Karangasem. Although it’s a savanna, you don’t need to worry about wild animals roaming around. Therefore, Tianyar Savanna could be a friendly hidden gem for children.

The color of the savanna differs depending on the season. When you visit during the dry season, you will see beautiful brownish grass. When you visit during the rainy season, you will be surrounded by a field of green grass.

Extremely Fun Anti-Mainstream Attractions in Bali

For those who find thrill in having an adrenaline rush, you must try these anti-mainstream destinations that offer extreme tourist attractions and activities. Here are our recommendations:

Paragliding in Timbis Hill

The first exciting activity that you can do in Bali is paragliding. You can enjoy the beach view from the sky using a special parachute. Do not worry, there will be an experienced pilot that will accompany you on the ride.

To try paragliding, you can go to Timbis Hill in Kutuh Village, South Kuta, Badung. It is located exactly to the left of Pandawa Beach.

For about 15 minutes, you will experience flying above the Pandawa Beach, Green Bowl Beach, Uluwatu Beach, and Sawangan Beach.

Flyboarding Above the Ocean

Another thrilling activity you can try out in Bali is flyboarding, where you can fly around above the ocean using a water rocket connected to a jetski through a hose. In a span of 20 minutes, you will be flying around 15 meters above sea level to enjoy this exciting watersport. Dare to try?

Glide Across the Shore on The Abyss Zipline

The next anti-mainstream activity you can go for is The Abyss Zipline. You may know it as a flying fox, this ride will have you gliding on a rope that can spark an adrenaline rush. The Abyss Zipline will take you from one cliff to another. What makes this ride unique, is that you will be gliding hundreds of meters above the ocean. Can you imagine the thrill?

To make the most out of your experience exploring Bali’s hidden gems, remember to rent a Goldenbird car for easy travel! These hidden gem destinations are often located far away from the city center and have limited access. Worry not, our professional drivers will take you there comfortably and safely. Not to mention, Goldenbird drivers have extensive experience in each city.

You can choose the fleet of your choice, between Toyota Innova and Toyota Avanza with the capacity of 7 passengers for you and your vacation crew to explore exciting places in Bali.

You can rent Goldenbird easily from MyBluebird App, or make a reservation via WhatsApp (+62-813-1854-1234). You’ll only have to relax, enjoy the view, and build up your energy to explore the magnificent beauty of Dewata Island with us.

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