7 days surf + beach (Canggu, Uluwatu)
7 Days in Bali for Surfers & Beach
A 7-day surf-focused itinerary split between Canggu and the Bukit Peninsula, designed for two friends who prioritize tide-aligned sessions, strong coffee, and minimal time stuck in Bali's gridlocked south-north traffic.
Who this is for
surf + beach (Canggu, Uluwatu)
At a Glance
The shape of this trip, at a glance.
7
Balanced
$1,780
$254
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7
Walk & transit
Interactive map
The itinerary
Day 1
CANGGU — BATU BOLONG
Arrival, Wave Check & Sunset Beers
Brunch & Flat Whites at Crate Cafe
Canggu, Canggu
High-calorie breakfast plates and strong espresso 5 minutes from the sand, ideal for fueling up before renting a board.
Warm-up Surf & Board Rental at Batu Bolong Beach
Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong Beach
Soft sand-bottom waves that forgive jet-lagged timing and offer easy paddle-outs right off the main beach road.
Casual Feast at Warung Local Canggu
Batu Bolong, Canggu
Fast point-and-pick Indonesian counter service on Jalan Batu Bolong that keeps food costs under $10 per person.
Cold Bintangs & Ocean Vibes at Old Man's
Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong Beachfront
Open-air beachfront bench seating right at the Batu Bolong shore break for quick post-surf Bintangs.
Day 2
CANGGU — ECHO BEACH & PERERENAN
Reef Break Waves & Wood-Fired Dining
Morning Brew & Pastries at Baked Pererenan
Pererenan, Pererenan
Fresh-baked sourdough pastries and high-grade coffee in Pererenan, away from the heavy construction noise of central Canggu.
Surf Session at Echo Beach Reef
Echo Beach, Echo Beach
Faster, steeper wave sections breaking over lava rock that require sharper takeoff timing than Batu Bolong.
Post-Surf Bowls at Shady Shack
Canggu, Echo Beach Road
Dense plant-based bowls and protein smoothies served in a breezy open garden on Jalan Tanah Barak.
Wood-Fired Grill & Craft Cocktails at Mason
Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong
Wood-fired grilled meats and cold draft beers served in a courtyard; requires booking 48 hours out.
Day 3
CANGGU — BERAWAN & SUNSET LOUNGE
Point Cruising, Recovery & Oceanfront Sunset
Slow Breakfast & Tonics at Milk & Madu Berawa
Berawa, Berawa
Heavy skillet breakfasts and cold juices served under a high-ceiling open-air pavilion on Jalan Pantai Berawa.
Berawa Beach Midday Surf & Shoreline Stroll
Berawa, Berawa Beach
Shifting sandbar peaks that spread out the crowd, making it easy to catch high wave volume without fighting tight lineups.
Oceanfront Sunset Drinks & Shared Plates at The Lawn
Batu Bolong, Batu Bolong Beachfront
Direct oceanfront lawn seating on the Batu Bolong sand strip; requires advance booking for prime sunset viewing.
Late Slice & Taps at Luigi's Hot Pizza
Canggu, Canggu
Wood-fired pizza served fast on communal tables with loud music and cold taps along Jalan Batu Mejan.
Day 4
ULUWATU — PADANG PADANG & BINGIN
Southbound Transfer & The Legendary Bukit Breaks
Private Transfer to the Bukit Peninsula
Bukit Peninsula, Canggu to Uluwatu
Air-conditioned 90-minute private vehicle transfer that safely transports surfboards and luggage past Jimbaran traffic.
Smoothie Bowls & Salads at Nourish Cafe Bingin
Bingin, Bingin / Pecatu
Nutrient-dense bowls and cold drinks right on Jalan Labuansait, directly en route to your Uluwatu base.
Surf & Beach Lounging at Padang Padang
Padang Padang, Padang Padang
Protected cove entrance opening to a fast left reef break outside and gentle right peelers inside the bay.
Fresh Catch BBQ at Bingin Beach Warung
Bingin, Bingin Beach Front
Fresh whole snapper grilled over coconut husks directly on the Bingin sand; requires descending steep cliff stairs.
Acoustic Sunset Hangout at Cashew Tree
Bingin, Bingin
Shaded garden bar atop the Bingin cliff line offering local beers and live acoustic sets on picnic benches.
Day 5
ULUWATU — SULUBAN & SINGLE FIN
The Legendary Cave Surf & Cliffside Sunday Ritual
Lazy Breakfast at Suka Espresso Uluwatu
Labuansait, Labuansait
Consistent Australian-style flat whites and chili scrambles served right on the main Pecatu thoroughfare.
Paddle Out at Suluban Beach (Uluwatu Cave)
Suluban, Suluban
Access the main reef peaks through a dramatic limestone cave opening; requires booties at mid-to-low tide.
Sunset Session & Clifftop Drinks at Single Fin
Suluban, Suluban Cliff
Tiered cliffside seating positioned directly over the Suluban lineup, ideal for watching the evening swell fold over the reef.
Night Tacos & Mezcal at Mason Uluwatu
Uluwatu, Pecatu
Refined agave spirits and small plates served in a open-air room along Jalan Labuansait.
Day 6
ULUWATU — BALANGAN & CLIFF CULTURE
Long Lefts, Cliffside Culture & Kecak Fire
Slow Tropical Breakfast at Drifter Cafe Uluwatu
Uluwatu, Pecatu
Quiet garden setting surrounded by historic board displays, serving organic cold brew and poached eggs.
Long Wall Surfing at Balangan Beach
Balangan, Balangan Beach
A half-mile stretch of white sand fronting a long left-hand reef section that holds size on bigger swells.
Uluwatu Temple & Sunset Kecak Fire Dance
Uluwatu, Uluwatu Cliff Edge
Open-air amphitheater set on a 70-meter drop into the ocean, hosting a traditional chant and fire performance at dusk.
Clifftop Cocktails & Late Dinner at Mana Uluwatu
Uluwatu, Uluwatu
Wood-fired Latin-inspired plates and craft drinks perched on the cliff edge inside Uluwatu Surf Villas.
Day 7
ULUWATU & BUKIT — FINALE & DEPARTURE
Final Barrel Search, Cliffside Day Club & Airport Run
Farewell Surf & Tides at Thomas Beach
Uluwatu, Thomas Beach
A quieter white-sand cove reached via a long stair descent, offering easy peelers and cheap beach-shack coconuts.
Cliffside Pool Club & Farewell Lunch at Ulu Cliffhouse
Uluwatu, Suluban Cliff
25-meter oceanfront pool, private daybeds, and full change rooms located 45 minutes south of the airport.
Airport Transfer to Denpasar (DPS)
Tuban / Airport, Uluwatu to Ngurah Rai Airport
Direct 45-to-60 minute car route from the Uluwatu cliffs straight into the Ngurah Rai departure terminal.
Budget
UNDER BUDGETTarget
$2,000
Estimated
$1,780
Difference
$220
Trip Balance Score
How well this trip will actually work
Heavily weighted toward Traveler Fit and Logistics to ensure authentic surf breaks and zero cross-island backtracking between Canggu and the Bukit Peninsula.
What works well
- Zero cross-island day backtracking by anchoring 3 nights in Canggu and 3 nights in Uluwatu.
- Balanced day flow pairing iconic wave spots with top-tier casual dining and sunset social hubs.
- Generous morning buffers fitting your group's relaxed morning routine.
What we would improve
- Mid-day transfer on Day 4 encounters southern Denpasar traffic, though buffered cleanly between midday checkouts.
- Reef breaks in Uluwatu require basic reef booties and tide awareness compared to Canggu's sand bars.
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