Besides the amazing weather, hospitable locals and beautiful scenery, Bali is a haven for Instagrammers. There are many places to snap that perfect photo for Instagram – here are our top 11:

1. Motel Mexicola

Motel Mexicola is one of the best Mexican restaurants you will find in Bali. Their tacos, tostadas and mojitos are authentic and mouth-watering. Their décor is colourful and vibrant, with quirky Latina influences adorning the walls, including retro photographs and dripping wax candles.

Address: Jl Kayu Jati No. 9, Petingenget Beach, Seminyak

Website: www.motelmexicolabali.com

2. Tegallalang Rice Fields

If you want to impress your Instagram followers with one of the most breath-taking spots in Bali, then a visit to the Tegallalang rice fields is a must. This well-known place is located around 25 minutes out of the centre of Ubud. You can access them by scooter or if you don’t know your way around, a driver can take you there. These rice fields are some of the most well-maintained rice fields in Bali, which is partly what makes them so stunning. The best time to visit is early in the morning or at dusk, to capture the sunrise or sunset and to beat the heat. 

Address: Jl Tegallalang, Gianyar, Ubud

3. The Ubud Monkey Forest

No trip (or Instagram account) is complete without a trip to the iconic Monkey Forest in Ubud. The monkey forest is seen as a spiritual, economical, educational and conservation centre for the village. It is sacred to the locals and must be treated with respect. More than 700 monkeys reside in the forest and are usually cheeky enough to come up and say hello, steal some food and perhaps have a climb on you. As well as the monkeys, there are 186 different species of trees and the shade the forest provides is extraordinary.

Address: Jl Monkey Forest, Ubud

Website: www.monkeyforestubud.com

4. Tegenungan Waterfall

Bali is home to some of the most pristine watering holes and Tengenungan Waterfall is one of them. Situated in Sukawati, a village around 5 kilometres from Ubud, this beautiful waterfall is very accessible. It only costs around $1 to access the waterfall and in this same area are a variety of stalls so you can enjoy a cool drink or a bite to eat while taking in the breath-taking view of the waterfall. Steps lead you down to the waterfall so don’t forget to bring your bathers!

Address: Kemenuh, Sukawati, Gianyar

Website: www.tegenunganwaterfall.com

5. La Laguna Bali

La Laguna is one of the hippest beach clubs to hang out at in Bali. The vibe is a mix of Spanish, boho-chic, gypsy and from the moment you step inside, you feel like you are in another world. Nestled on the sands that border Berawa in Canggu and Batu Belig, grab your phone camera and snap away on the grass, or in front of one of the wooden vintage gypsy caravans or sprawled on the colourful furniture or splashing about in the lagoon pool. The choices are limitless.

Address: Jl Pantai Kayu Putih, Berawa, Canggu

Website: www.lalagunabali.com

6. Zen Hideaway Bali Swing

Just 20 minutes out of the centre of Ubud lies Zen Hideaway, a super swing. The swing pushes you off into the air so you can view the rice fields, forest, Ayung River and Mount Agung. It has become an Instagram photo worthy ride and because it is located in a traditional Balinese village, there is also culture to explore and locals to meet.

Address: Jl Dewi Saraswati, Badung Regency, Bali 

7. El Kabron Restaurant & Beach Club

If you are looking for that perfect infinity pool shot, El Kabron Restaurant & Beach Club is where you will find it. Perched 50 metres above sea level on the cliffs of Uluwatu, you can experience a 180-degree view of the Indian Ocean, amazing sunsets and delicious Spanish food, not to mention the gorgeous infinity pool. 

Address: Jl Pantai Cemongkak, Pecatu, Uluwatu

Website: www.elkabron.com

8. Lake Batur

Lake Batur in Kintamani is the largest lake in Bali. It is a sacred lake to the locals and is situated in the smaller caldera of Batur Volcano. Because of its height, the temperature around this area is always cool (which can be a nice change in the humid tropics) and provides endless photo opportunities.

9. Handara Golf Course Gate

Located in Bedugul is the Handara Golf Course. However, it is not the golf course itself that is so Instagram worthy, but rather the entrance gate! It is striking and majestic, not to mention hundreds of years old. Make sure you do your research and go at the right time of the day, as traffic can be a little hectic getting to it.

Address: Desa Singaraja-Denpasar, Bali

Website: www.handaragolfresort.com

10. Pura Uluwatu Temple

The ‘Temple on the Edge of the Cliff’ is not only popular to visit, but also breath-taking. It is perched on the cliff overlooking the sea in Uluwatu and supposedly protects Bali from evil sea spirits. You can walk through the temple, with the pathway taking around 1 hour to walk. Watch the monkeys that inhabit the temple run around and perhaps bring a banana or two along for them, they are cheeky!

Address: Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency

11. Campuhan Ridge Walk

The Campuhan Ridge Walk, located in Ubud is one of the prettiest walks you will ever take. It is lush and green and overlooks the valley of the Sungai Wos River. The whole walk is 9 kilometres in length, but you can choose to only do a part of it. You can see Mount Agung in the distance as well as small villages.

Address: Kelusa, Payangan, Jl Raya Campuhan, Sayan, Ubud