The side of Bali most visitors miss.

Published 8 days ago • 1 min read

Everyone says Bali is overrated. And I don't think they're wrong.

Because the Bali that most people visit IS overrated: the Western cafés, the Instagram queues, the deafening symphony of motorcycle noise and the never-ending traffic...

Bali can really suck if you don't know where to go. But luckily for you, you've got The Broke Backpacker to give you the best tips 👀

17 Hidden Gems in Bali
I’d Genuinely Recommend

The first time I visited Bali, I didn't really like it.

It is a place that has clearly been affected by the perils of mass tourism, and everything I experienced seemed to lack substance and depth.

But the real Bali exists. You know, the one that's been attracting travellers for decades. You just have to be willing to leave the main drag and go looking for it!

That's when you'll find the mountain villages that feel like Ubud before Ubud became Ubud, the incredible views without the crowds, and the places where the island's fascinating culture can actually be seen, felt, experienced.

We put together 17 genuine recommendations. Not more of the same crowd-pleasers dressed up as hidden gems, just the kind of places and experiences we think can change how you see the island.

[READ] 17 Hidden Gems in Bali
I'd Genuinely Recommend

The hidden gems on this list aren’t secrets, they just show a side of Bali that feels a lil more authentic than the beach clubs and smoothie bowls.

Bali is not untouched. It’s one of the most visited islands on the planet and pretending otherwise helps no one. What it does still have, if you travel it with a bit more curiosity and a bit less agenda, is genuine depth.

Travel far. Spend less. Live more.
- The Broke Backpacker

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