The readers of TripAdvisor recently named Bali, Indonesia as the greatest destination on Earth. That may be a bit of a stretch, but really, check out some of these Bali pictures!
This island fills a niche that few other places in Southeast Asia can compete with. The food is amazing, everything is affordable, the people are so friendly, and there’s lots to see and do.
Bali is a place you either love or hate. I love it. As you can see from some of these Bali photos, the island has beaches, volcanoes, temples, culture, and waterfalls galore.
Hopefully these Bali images inspire your own travels!
The Uluwatu beach area is perfect for getting Bali pictures like this.
Fruit juices are sold at every restaurant in Bali. Pineapple, watermelon, etc.
Views to die for, and the meal at this restaurant was only $2!
Nusa Penida island can be visited on a day trip from Bali, and the views there are incredible. You’ll see this place in a lot of the most scenic Bali images.
Sanur Bali is the perfect place if you’re looking for a bit of peace and quiet.
Make sure you visit the wild Bali monkeys at the Ubud Monkey Forest.
Ancient ruins near Ubud. This spot is called Gunung Kawi.
The Mount Batur volcano is one of Bali’s most popular hikes. You can reach the top in about an hour, and it’s a great place to watch the sunrise.
Green Bowl Beach in Bali. This beach has soft white sand like the Philippines.
The Bali Elephant Sanctuary is a great place where you can interact with rescue elephants from Sumatra.
Fishing boat in the sunrise. This picture was taken at Sanur Beach.
Some of the architecture in Bali looks a bit Japanese. This is Ulun Danau Beratan, an old temple that appears in lots of Bali pictures.
In Kuta, you can release baby sea turtles with the Bali Sea Turtle Society, a volunteer conservation project. It’s free!
Drones are great for capturing Bali beach photos.
Mount Agung is the biggest and baddest volcano in Bali. The hike to the top is very difficult!
Uluwatu Temple is a photogenic temple on a cliff in southern Bali.
Sekumpul is a twin waterfall and itโs also the biggest waterfall in Bali.
Morning shadows and crop terraces at Kintamani Bali.
You feel tiny next to Sekumpul waterfall.
The Tanah Lot temple looks like it’s floating on the sea. You see this one in a lot of Bali photos, and it’s a popular spot for watching the sunset.
Bali has dozens of scenic waterfalls like this. Seen here: Tibumana waterfall
A giant, twisted Banyan tree at the Bali Botanical Garden in Bedugul.
Drone shot of the epic coastline at Nusa Penida.
Intricate carvings and courtyards at the Ubud Palace, also known as Puri Saren Agung.
The fruit smoothie bowls are nice on a hot day!
Banyumala is a hidden waterfall in north Bali. No crowds here.
This Balinese guy paints eggs and sells them at Sanur Beach for a living.
At Sanur Beach you can buy these hand painted eggs for $3 each. The detail is incredible!
Padang Padang Beach is a hidden beach on the south end of the island. It’s a good spot for taking Bali pics.
The Bali Zoo has a lot of great wildlife, including some species that are local to Indonesia.
Balinese wood carvings are some of my favorites in Southeast Asia.
Emerald green rice terraces in the countryside! This is one of our favorite Bali pictures.
South Bali has lots of beachfront hotels like this one in Uluwatu.
Kelingking Beach in Nusa Penida. Easily one of the most famous Bali photos.
The popular Tegenungan Waterfall sporting a bright summer rainbow.
The mysterious looking Tamblingan lake temple. This spot is not as well known, so you rarely see it in Bali images.
This is what the green rice fields in Bali pics look like from above.
The souvenir paintings show some of the rural landscapes you might find in Bali.
South Bali has lots of nice beach clubs where you can relax by an infinity pool.
In north Bali, you can see jungles and mountains that look like something out of a movie. It’s a great place to take Bali photos.
At the Bali Zoo, you can get your picture snapped with tropical birds like this guy.
A photogenic shipwreck on Bali’s south coast.
Nusa Penida has some of the coolest hidden beaches in the world. It’s a favorite spot to get top notch Bali images.
You can expect to see flowers like this while hiking through rural areas in Bali.
Bali beaches are good for catching some incredible sunrises.
My Camera Gear
Thanks for looking! I hope you enjoyed these Bali pictures from our many travels in Indonesia.
Wondering what type of camera, drone, or other gear I use?
I’ve put together a list of My Camera & Travel Photography Essentials to help you get started!
More Bali Images
If you’re looking for more Bali photography, you might enjoy my Bali drone video on YouTube!
Want to see more photos of Indonesia and not just Bali? Head over to my main gallery of Indonesia pictures.
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See Also
- Bali Beach Guide - The Best Beaches In Bali
- Bali Waterfalls Guide - The Best Waterfalls In Bali
- Bali Temple Guide - The Best Temples In Bali
- Bali Travel Guide - Info, Pictures, & Blog
- Nusa Penida Island Guide - How To Visit From Bali
- Most Beautiful Indonesian Islands - Best Places To Visit In Indonesia
2 comments
You did a wonderful job of catching beautiful shots of the island. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks Andrea!