Destination
Bali, Indonesia. Two bases: Canggu (party) and Ubud (wellness).
Thursday × Bali · 24 May – 2 June 2026
Bali 2026 Traveller Guide
Canggu parties + Ubud wellness + everything the group has shared so far.
At a glance
The trip in one screen
Quick facts so you can orient yourself before diving in.
Main party
24 May – 29 May 2026 in Canggu.
Wellness
Ubud check-in 31 May. Wraps Tuesday 2 June 2026.
Hosted by
Kara is coordinating. Updates land in the WhatsApp group.
Get around
Gojek scooters in Canggu. Wira Driver for airport + day trips.
Add-ons
Optional but recommended — some sell out. Boat cruise has only 150 spots.
Heads up
Canggu traffic is brutal — a 30 min ride can stretch to 1.5 hrs.
Key dates
What's happening, and when
Confirmed dates from Kara and the group chat. Times TBC unless listed.
Countdown to Bali
Sun 24 May 2026 · Le Bajo, Canggu
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Day One · Welcome Party + Wristband Collection
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- Sun, 24 MayDay One · Welcome Party + Wristband Collectionparty
- Mon, 25 MayDay Two · Finn's Beach Club Takeoverparty
- Tue, 26 MayDay Three · Nirvana Spa + Sunset Socialparty
- Wed, 27 MayDay Four · Boat Cruise + Mexicola Mixerparty
- Thu, 28 MayDay Five · Waterbom + Sundowner Pool Partyparty
- Fri, 29 MayDay Six · White Party Finaleparty
- Sat, 30 MayDay Seven · Leave Canggu, arrive Ubudtransition
- Sat, 30 MayWelcome Dinner · Balinese Cultural Dinner & Showwellness
- Sun, 31 MayDay Eight · Monkey Forest + Merlin's Lunchwellness
- Mon, 1 JuneDay Nine · Waterfall + Komune Beach Clubactivity
- Tue, 2 JuneDay Ten · Volcano Hike + check outwellness
Exact party venue itinerary and times are still to be posted by Kara / Thursday. The downloadable calendar will be updated once official events are confirmed.
Canggu HQ — sunsets, beach clubs and a very long happy hour.
Where everyone is staying
Accommodation
A mix of Canggu hotels and one villa share. Book Canggu separately — Swan Paradise is for the wellness segment only.
Aston Canggu Beach Resort
PopularSeveral travellers staying here. Repeat Bali travellers love the location.
Good breakfast, rooftop pool, gym, right in the heart of the action.
Note: gym is small — Obsidian Gym may be better.
Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu
Paula · 23–30 MayBooked via Trip.com.
Heads up: Trip.com caused payment issues for one traveller — Booking.com may be easier.
Sanata Luxury Villa
Shared as a Booking.com option.
Swan Paradise
Wellness onlyKara confirmed: this is the Ubud wellness accommodation only. Book Canggu separately.
Casa Amarta Canggu
Boutique Lofts & Detox SPA — suggested as near Finns Beach Club.
Frii
One traveller booked Frii — one of the Thursday-suggested hotels.
Holiday Inn Canggu
One traveller mentioned staying here.
COMO
Mentioned as a possible recommended hotel choice.
3-bed villa share
Female · spot openHeart of Canggu, modern villa, pool, few minutes walk to beach.
23 May – 1 June · $600 AUD · own bedroom + ensuite.
From beach-club afternoons in Canggu to sunrise rice terraces in Ubud.
Activities & add-ons
Lock in the good stuff
Optional extras curated by Thursday. Prices in USD per person, taken from the official add-ons page. Some are limited and sell out — only book for the part of the trip you're attending.
Browse & book on Thursday ↗All times Bali (WITA). Source prices in USD — converted live.
Show prices in:Fallback rate · 1 USD ≈ 1.520 AUD
Party week add-ons · Canggu
Tue 26 MayA$63.60Nirvana Day Spa
Mid-week resetTake a break from the party scene and recharge — Balinese-inspired massages, spa rituals and wellness treatments to soothe tired muscles before the next big night.
Wed 27 May · 11am–3pmA$79.50Bubbles & Brunch Boat Cruise
Limited · 150 spots4-hour premium brunch on the water. Complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival, roaming gourmet canapés, fully stocked bar, live DJ + saxophonist, return transfers included.
Thu 28 May · 12pm–5pmA$63.60Waterbom Park
Day pass30+ world-class water attractions in a tropical garden. Reserved gazebo space exclusively for Thursday.
Fri 29 MayA$63.60Nirvana Day Spa
Pre-final-party detoxSame Nirvana spa experience, timed to reset before the closing party.
Wellness add-ons · Ubud (30 May – 2 Jun)
Sat 30 May · 4pmA$26.49Yoga Flow Session
Gentle strength, flexibility and relaxation in lush Ubud — suitable for all levels. One yoga session is included free as part of your wellness package.
Sat 30 May · 5.30pmA$77.76Balinese Cultural Dinner & Show
Authentic Balinese dinner with a vibrant cultural performance — traditional dance, music and storytelling. Flavour, culture and connection in one evening.
Sat 30 May · 8pmA$26.49Meditation Session
Guided meditation in lush Ubud focusing on mindfulness, relaxation and gentle awareness. All levels welcome.
Sun 31 May · 8amA$26.49Yoga Flow Session
Morning flow to ease into Bali rhythm. Reset, stretch and meet like-minded travellers.
Sun 31 MayA$159Monkey Forest + Merlin's Lunch
Day tripExplore Ubud's iconic Monkey Forest — ancient temples, towering banyans, playful macaques. Then a magical lunch at Merlin's Magic, where the food chooses you via an "oracle card" dining concept. Transfers included.
Sun 31 May · 8pmA$53.00Breathwork Session
A powerful breathwork experience designed to release stress, clear emotional blocks and create profound mental clarity. Often a memorable highlight of the retreat.
Mon 1 Jun · 8amA$26.49Yoga Flow Session
Another morning flow to keep the wellness rhythm going.
Mon 1 JunA$159Waterfall Day + Komune Beach Club
Day trip · Kara confirmed MonSwim and explore one of Bali's most scenic hidden waterfalls, then unwind with lunch at Komune Beach Club — tropical cocktails on the sand with sweeping ocean views. Return transfers and lunch included.
Mon 1 Jun · 8pmA$26.49Meditation Session
Evening guided meditation to close out the day in stillness.
Tue 2 Jun · 2am–12pmA$106Volcano Hike
Big finale · 2am startSunrise summit trek with all transfers included. Rice terraces to dramatic volcanic peaks — back in Ubud by midday. Bucket-list way to wrap the trip.
Heads up before you book
- • Boat cruise is capped at 150 — several travellers already booked.
- • Waterfall day shows Sunday on the site, but Kara confirmed it runs Monday 1 June.
- • Nirvana is a recovery wellness centre — contact directly if you want extra massages outside the booked spa days.
- • Only book extras for the part of the trip (party / wellness) you're actually attending.
How to book extras
- 1Log in using your booking email.
- 2No account? Click 'Forgot password' to set one up.
- 3Select 'Add Extras'.
- 4Choose your activities.
- 5Return to booking page and check out.
Once checked out, activity bookings are locked in.
Gojek scooters in Canggu, Wira for everything else.
Transport
Getting around Bali
Wira Driver
Kara's recommendation for airport pickup, drop-off and day trips. She's used him for 10 years.
- ✓Speaks great English
- ✓Can arrange multiple drivers if needed
- ✓Pay drivers in cash — Indonesian Rupiah
Canggu traffic is insane
A 30-minute car ride can become 1 to 1.5 hours.
Scooter is usually best
Gojek scooters get heavy use in Canggu.
Insurance check
Make sure your travel insurance covers scooters if you plan to ride.
Cash is king at warungs and beach bars — pull plenty of Rupiah.
Money & payments
Cash, cards & ATMs
Live currency converter
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What things cost
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Ballpark Canggu/Ubud prices — use as a rough guide, not a guarantee.
| Item | IDR | AUD |
|---|---|---|
| Bintang beer (warung) | Rp 35,000 | AUD 3.33 |
| Bintang beer (beach club) | Rp 80,000 | AUD 7.62 |
| Cocktail at a beach club | Rp 150,000 | AUD 14.3 |
| Flat white / coffee | Rp 45,000 | AUD 4.29 |
| Warung meal (nasi goreng) | Rp 50,000 | AUD 4.76 |
| Mid-range restaurant main | Rp 150,000 | AUD 14.3 |
| Gojek scooter (short ride)· ~10 min | Rp 20,000 | AUD 1.90 |
| Gojek car (Canggu hop)· traffic dependent | Rp 60,000 | AUD 5.71 |
| Airport → Canggu (Wira)· pay in cash | Rp 450,000 | AUD 42.9 |
| Scooter rental / day | Rp 80,000 | AUD 7.62 |
| 1-hr Balinese massage | Rp 150,000 | AUD 14.3 |
| Day club entry (Finns area)· varies by event | Rp 250,000 | AUD 23.8 |
| SIM card with data | Rp 150,000 | AUD 14.3 |
Tip: ask the price before you order at warungs and always agree the fare before a non-metered ride.
Currency
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Drivers and small purchases are cash.
Airport ATMs
Available after immigration before the arrivals hall — handy for first cash on arrival.
ATM picks
Maybank and BNI were recommended as they may avoid local ATM fees.
ING Orange Everyday
Traveller tipRecommended by one Aussie traveller for overseas ATM fee benefits. Not financial advice — do your own check.
Cash vs card
Some prefer ATMs over carrying lots of cash. Others bring AUD and exchange in Bali to dodge ATM fees.
Booking quirks
Heads upLinks may show AUD or USD by region. Booking.com sometimes cheaper than official hotel links. Trip.com caused payment issues for one traveller.
Kara's Canggu recommendations
Where to eat, sweat, sip & swim
Curated by Kara — local favourites across food, fitness, day vibes and nightlife. ★ marks her personal go-tos.
Incredible restaurants
- Yuki— Japanese near The Lawn📍 Map🔗 Web
- Skool Kitchen— Every dish touched by fire — above The Lawn📍 Map🔗 Web
- Ina Re— Fine dining at Desa, $$$ but incredible📍 Map🔗 Web
- Vore— Grill / steakhouse📍 Map🔗 Web
- La Baracca— Cheap Italian📍 Map🔗 Web
- Chow Chow— Cheap Asian street food📍 Map🔗 Web
- Miss Fish— Japanese (heard great things)📍 Map🔗 Web
- ★ Masonry— Mediterranean📍 Map🔗 Web
- ★ Numero Quattro— Fav Italian📍 Map🔗 Web
- ★ Longtime— Asian, amazing📍 Map🔗 Web
- ★ Mosto— Small plates, wine bar📍 Map🔗 Web
Optional: Brian's go-kart
Track about 1 hour away.
View on Google Maps →Dress code at FINNS (from chat)
- • No gang colours.
- • AFL jerseys are not permitted.
- • Groups can't all wear the same team jersey.
- Change rooms likely available — confirm with venue.
Before you go
Sort this out before you fly
Knock these out 2–6 weeks before departure so you're not scrambling at the airport. Australian passport holders unless noted — double-check your own country's rules.
Visa for Indonesia
Do this firstMost travellers (incl. Australia) need a Visa on Arrival (VOA / B1) — 30 days, extendable once for another 30. Cost is IDR 500,000 (~AUD $50).
- ✓Apply online via e-VOA (molina.imigrasi.go.id) 2–14 days before flying — skips the airport queue
- ✓Passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
- ✓At least 2 blank passport pages
- ✓Proof of onward / return flight (they sometimes ask)
- ✓Pay the IDR 150,000 tourist levy at lovebali.baliprov.go.id before you land
Staying past 30 May → 2 June wellness? You're fine on a single VOA — full trip is ~10 days.
Health & insurance
- ✓Travel insurance — non-negotiable. Must cover scooter riding (most policies exclude it unless you have a motorcycle licence)
- ✓Check your routine vaccines are up to date (Hep A, Typhoid, Tetanus). Talk to your GP / travel clinic 4–6 weeks out
- ✓Bali belly is real — pack Imodium, Hydralyte, and a probiotic
- ✓Bring any prescription meds in original packaging + a script copy
- ✓Mosquito repellent with DEET — dengue is around in wet season
Money prep
- ✓Tell your bank you're travelling so cards don't get blocked
- ✓Get a fee-free travel card (ING Orange Everyday, Wise, Revolut)
- ✓Bring a backup card kept separately from your main wallet
- ✓Don't bother with AUD cash to convert — withdraw IDR from a bank ATM on arrival
- ✓Budget rough idea: ~AUD $80–150/day excl. accommodation & add-ons
Phone & connectivity
- ✓Grab an eSIM before you fly — Airalo or Holafly, ~AUD $15 for 10 days
- ✓Download offline Google Maps for Canggu, Ubud, Uluwatu
- ✓Install Gojek & Grab apps and add a card now (verification can be slow on Indonesian networks)
- ✓Save Kara's number + the WhatsApp group pinned in your phone
- ✓WhatsApp is the default messaging app in Bali
2-week countdown checklist
- ✓e-VOA submitted & approval email saved offline
- ✓Tourist levy paid, QR saved to phone
- ✓Travel insurance purchased (with scooter cover if relevant)
- ✓Flights + accommodation confirmation emails downloaded
- ✓Add-on tickets booked on Thursday
- ✓eSIM installed (don't activate until you land)
- ✓Bank notified, travel card loaded with AUD
- ✓Photocopy / photo of passport stored in cloud
- ✓Emergency contact shared with someone at home
- ✓Check in 24h before each flight
Practical
What to pack & first-timer tips
Power & adapters
- ✓Bali uses Euro-style two-pin power outlets
- ✓Aussies: bring a universal adapter
- ✓Bring an Australian power board for charging multiple devices
Pool parties & beach clubs
- ✓Swimwear + change of clothes
- ✓Dry bag or waterproof pouch
- ✓Card / cash storage
- ✓Sunscreen, hat, thongs/slides
Don't rely on phones being waterproof in pools or saltwater.
Beach club outfit
Shorts, tee, swimwear, casual resort wear. Canggu and Ubud are busy — beach clubs may involve swimming.
Flights
- ✓Some travellers flying Perth → Bali; sales mentioned
- ✓AirAsia and Batik Air suggested for Perth → Denpasar direct
- ✓One traveller warned about Jetstar/Virgin cancellations due to jet fuel concerns
- ✓Confirm flight status before departure
Don't-forget essentials
- ✓Reef-safe sunscreen (expensive in Bali)
- ✓Aftersun / aloe vera
- ✓Insect repellent + after-bite
- ✓Reusable water bottle (don't drink tap water)
- ✓Light rainproof layer — late May is shoulder season
- ✓One nicer outfit for dinners / clubs
- ✓Activewear + runners for wellness segment
- ✓Yoga gear if you have it (mats provided in Ubud)
- ✓Small day backpack
- ✓Portable charger / power bank
- ✓Earplugs & eye mask (Canggu = roosters + scooters at dawn)
- ✓Basic first aid: bandaids, antiseptic, panadol
Open questions
Still to confirm
- Exact party venue itinerary and times (Kara / Thursday to post)
- Exact official start and end times
- Whether specific extras have sold out
- Final prices for wellness add-ons
- Whether the wellness male accommodation is still sold out
- Which spa treatments are available at Nirvana
- Change rooms confirmed at specific venues
- Flight schedules close to departure
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What you get
- ✓Your flights in and out, with airport transfers built into Day 1 and the final day
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