What to do in Mas

Stretch out under an umbrella, or swim, dive and surf at this iconic Balinese beach. Kuta Beach is known for its warm and calm water, perfect surf breaks, luxurious massages and gorgeous sunsets, and each year it attracts visitors from all corners of the globe.

Seminyak Beach is one of Bali’s more upscale beaches, thanks to the luxury resorts, fine-dining restaurants and famous nightclubs that are to be found in this area. Quieter than the neighbouring beaches of Kuta and Legian, it is the perfect spot to soak up the sun during the day, and mingle with a glamorous crowd at night.

Nusa Dua Beach is a stunning stretch of sand along a scenic peninsula in southern Bali. High-end resorts and rows of palm trees decorate the back of the beach, while the warm blue-green seawater laps the shoreline. Sunbathe on this postcard-pretty beach to enhance your tan.

Sanur Beach may only be 15 kilometres from the high energy buzz of Kuta Beach but it feels almost like another world. Despite being one of the island’s first resort areas, Sanur Beach and village has retained its laid-back, easy-going atmosphere making it a firm favourite with holidaying families and couples seeking the quiet life.

The trees, temples and large population of macaque monkeys at the Ubud Monkey forest, a site of Balinese Hindu worship, are all considered sacred. The site, also known as Padangtegal Monkey Forest, due to it being owned by the village of Padangtegal, also houses a research centre dedicated to the research and preservation these wonderful creatures as well as the 115 different species of tree found here.

Set yourself down on a deckchair or head straight for the waves with board in hand at Bali’s beautiful Legian Beach.

Seminyak village is known as the place to go for the best fashion boutiques in the region, and Seminyak Square on Jalan Kayu Aya is one of the best arcades. This elegant, modern complex houses both Indonesian and international retailers, as well as many cafés and restaurants, so you can easily spend a few hours here searching out the perfect outfit or exquisite souvenir.

Double Six Beach lies along the front of the popular Seminyak village, on the west coast of Bali. The pristine white sands are perfect for relaxing under the sun, or join the party once the sun goes down as the beach-front bars and clubs fill up.

The remote Jimbaran Beach is a picturesque stretch of coast, perfect for those looking for a quiet holiday in Bali. You’ll fall in love with scenes of bright wooden boats floating on the calm waters of the bay, the local fishermen and their daily rituals, and the fresh fish served at the waterfront restaurants. By night there’s even a chance for a dance at one of the bars and clubs that line the beach.