Canggu, Indonesia 🇮🇩
#165
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Nomad Score:
77%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to Western standards, with low prices for food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Varies widely; budget options are cheap but premium villas and long-term rentals can be pricey.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local food is very affordable; imported groceries cost more but still reasonable.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Scooter rentals and fuel are very cheap; local transport options are limited but inexpensive.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
78%
Weight: 15
Affordable nightlife and leisure activities, though some tourist spots can be pricier.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
72%
Weight: 10
Gyms and fitness centers are moderately priced, with some premium options available.
💱 Currency Stability
64%
Weight: 30
Indonesian Rupiah can be volatile; moderate inflation but generally stable for short-term stays.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
76%
Weight: 100
Good fiber internet in cafes and coworking spaces; occasional fluctuations in residential areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
83%
Weight: 40
Several popular coworking spaces catering to digital nomads with good facilities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
89%
Weight: 30
Numerous cafes offering reliable WiFi, popular among remote workers.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
87%
Weight: 30
Many cafes designed with digital nomads in mind, with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
94%
Weight: 100
One of the top destinations for digital nomads globally, with a vibrant community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase and affordable SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
85%
Weight: 30
Relaxed lifestyle with plenty of leisure options and a slower pace of life.
🌳 Environmental Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Beautiful natural surroundings but some areas suffer from pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
62%
Weight: 10
Varies by area; tourist zones are cleaner but some streets and beaches can be littered.
🗨️ Language Barrier
74%
Weight: 30
English widely spoken in tourist and expat areas; basic Bahasa Indonesia helpful.
💨 Air Quality
59%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor during dry season due to agricultural burning and traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
60%
Weight: 25
Limited facilities for children; more suited for singles and couples.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
67%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare is available; private clinics and hospitals in nearby Denpasar offer better quality.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
84%
Weight: 25
Healthcare services are affordable compared to Western countries.
🏥 Healthcare
68%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; serious medical cases require travel to larger cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
93%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; wet season from Nov to Mar.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
41%
Weight: 10
Located in a seismically active zone with risks of earthquakes and volcanic activity.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Some parks and rice paddies nearby, but urban green spaces are limited.
❄️ Air Conditioning
88%
Weight: 15
Widely available in accommodations, cafes, and coworking spaces.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
32%
Weight: 10
Minimal seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
51%
Weight: 10
Busy roads and nightlife can cause noise, especially in central areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich Balinese culture with many festivals, temples, and traditional arts.
🌃 Nightlife
75%
Weight: 15
Vibrant nightlife with bars, beach clubs, and live music, though quieter than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
89%
Weight: 15
Close to beaches, rice terraces, and hiking spots; excellent for outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
63%
Weight: 10
Limited formal language schools but informal opportunities to learn Bahasa Indonesia.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
82%
Weight: 10
Many cultural tours, cooking classes, and adventure activities available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
67%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly cafes, spas, and small cinemas.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
91%
Weight: 25
Diverse food options from local warungs to international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
88%
Weight: 10
Numerous yoga and wellness centers catering to health-conscious nomads.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
74%
Weight: 15
Gyms and outdoor fitness options available but not extensive.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
85%
Weight: 15
Wide availability of organic, vegan, and health-focused eateries.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
69%
Weight: 20
UTC+8, convenient for Asia-Pacific clients but less ideal for Americas and Europe.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
80%
Weight: 25
Active expat and nomad communities with frequent meetups and events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; mostly dependent on global online work.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
61%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but infrastructure still developing.
🏢 Coworking Quality
84%
Weight: 30
Modern coworking spaces with good amenities and community events.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
50%
Weight: 15
Emerging but small startup ecosystem compared to major cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
73%
Weight: 10
Mobile payments like GoPay and OVO widely used; cash still common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
60%
Weight: 15
Growing interest but regulatory environment is cautious.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
71%
Weight: 30
Ngurah Rai International Airport nearby with good regional and some international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
38%
Weight: 20
Limited public transportation; mostly reliant on scooters and taxis.
🚶 Walkability
56%
Weight: 20
Walkable in small areas but infrastructure is inconsistent and roads can be busy.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
82%
Weight: 15
Popular ride-hailing apps like Gojek and Grab widely available.
🚲 Cycling
64%
Weight: 10
Scooter preferred over bicycles; some cycling possible but roads can be unsafe.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
70%
Weight: 15
Ferries, buses, and flights connect Bali to other islands; options improving.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
95%
Weight: 10
Scooter rentals are ubiquitous and affordable.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban and tourist areas; 5G rollout ongoing.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
VPNs work well; no significant restrictions reported.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
75%
Weight: 15
Occasional outages but generally stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
79%
Weight: 10
Free WiFi available in many cafes and coworking spaces; limited public hotspots.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Visa on arrival available; longer stays require extensions or special visas.
📊 Tax Friendliness
52%
Weight: 30
Complex tax regulations; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
70%
Weight: 15
Generally free but some restrictions on political speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
73%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
59%
Weight: 15
Challenging for foreigners; requires residency and documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Bureaucratic and time-consuming process for foreigners.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
67%
Weight: 35
Digital nomad visa introduced but with some restrictions and requirements.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
89%
Weight: 50
Welcoming community and infrastructure tailored to remote workers.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
81%
Weight: 25
Regular events and meetups for networking and socializing.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
84%
Weight: 20
Active online groups and forums for Bali digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
76%
Weight: 100
Generally safe with low violent crime; petty theft can occur.
♀️ Female Friendly
78%
Weight: 50
Relatively safe and welcoming for female travelers; some cultural conservatism.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional cultural misunderstandings possible.