the exquisite rice terraces that stretch from Pantai Soka all the way back to the foot of Batukaru mountain. They're among the loveliest rice terraces in Bali.
Surf is a chilled, breezy cafe that overlooks the waves of Balian beach. It serves excellent sushi, smoothies and juices, healthy breakfasts and a range of cocktails.
in a pool while you watch the surf. Pondok Pitaya has a lovely beachfront swimming pool – non-guests are welcome to use it if they order a meal from the restaurant.
the small Catholic Church in hillside Selabih village, near Balian. There's a pretty shrine to the Virgin Mary set in tended gardens, and the view from up here is stunning.
down to Juwuk Manis, West Bali's pretty twin waterfalls. There is a pool at the bottom that you can swim in. The waterfall is just off the road to Medewi.
is about 25 minutes away from Balian, and a great place to spend a day – excellent surf, and plenty to do and see (and there's a beachfront bar with good views of the surf point).
