Let’s be real: In 2025, digital nomads are spoiled for choice.
Lisbon has wine and Web3. Chiang Mai is cheap and full of focus. Medellín has eternal spring and city vibes. And Canggu? Well… it’s a mix of motorbike chaos, sunrise yoga and coconut-scented WhatsApp groups. So why do we still come back here?
Why, after all the TikToks and gentrification, are thousands of remote workers still making Canggu their base?

Because somehow, Canggu still gets the mix right:

- Nature + nightlife
- Wellness + hustle
- Comfort + challenge

It’s not perfect. But it feels alive. It’s a place where you can surf before Slack, build a business while barefoot and find both connection and calm. All within a few rice field roads.

Let’s take a fresh look at why Canggu still matters for digital nomads in 2025.



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THE WORK-LIFE-YOGA BALANCE IS REAL

Yes, you can start your morning with a sweaty Vinyasa flow, crush your client calls from a tropical café’s rooftop and end the day with a spicy tempeh bowl by the beach.

Canggu isn’t just pretty palm trees. It’s a lifestyle ecosystem built around productivity and presence.
"I came for the surf, stayed for the schedule." – basically every nomad here.


📍Try this trio:

- Yoga: The Practice or Serenity Yoga
- Co-working: B Work Bali (solid Wi-Fi & ergonomic chairs)
- Refuel: Crate Café or Sensorium (for serious flavor)

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CO-WORKING CULTURE THAT'S STILL EVOLVING

Forget sterile office vibes — here, you’ll find collaborative hubs where flip-flops are the dress code and networking happens over iced matcha.

📍Top spots:

- B Work Bali – modern, quiet and beautifully air-conditioned
- Tribal – calm, spacious, with great Wi-Fi and no entrance fee
- Tropical Nomad – open-air and buzzing, day or night

In 2025, many coworking spaces offer “slow-nomad” rates and flexible desk passes — perfect if you’re sticking around but don’t want a full membership.

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LONG-STAY FRIENDLY VIBES

Unlike more transient tourist hubs, Canggu is built for long-term stays.

You'll find:

- Monthly scooter rentals with helmet and WhatsApp support
- Visa agents who actually answer emails
- Laundromats that fold your clothes better than your mom
- And boutique rentals like The Elephant’s Nest — homes, not just beds

Whether you’re staying a few months or a full year, Canggu feels livable.

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SURF BEFORE SLACK: THE OCEAN'S STILL CALLING

Let’s be honest: There’s something magical about finishing a 7am surf session and being at your “desk” (maybe a beanbag with good Wi-Fi?) by 9:00.

The waves in Batu Bolong and Echo Beach are still consistent, and in 2025, beginner-friendly surf guides and "work & surf retreats" are more accessible than ever.

📍Pro Tip:

Avoid the surf school rush by going before 8am or after 11am and don’t forget reef-safe sunscreen.

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FOOD THAT FUELS AND DELIGHTS

We’re talking smoothie bowls that look like art and taste like a hug.
But 2025 Canggu is more than just dragon fruits:

- Vegan Japanese tacos at KOI
- Sourdough toasties at Rise & Shine
- Plant-based Nasi Campur that somehow makes tofu sexy

Cafés now often mark “work-friendly” zones with strong Wi-Fi and plenty of plugs.

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INFRASTRUCTURE THAT IS BETTER THAN EVER

The Bali of 2025 has:

- More fiber-optic zones (yep, actual fast Wi-Fi)
- Better Grab & Gojek coverage
- Easier visa extensions through apps or agents
- Improved roads (OK, some potholes still count as landmarks)

Sure, it’s not Germany-fast, but you can definitely run a business, podcast or coaching empire from here now.

Want to land softly and skip the mistakes?
We created a Free Bali Starter Guide for long-stayers, remote workers and tropical dreamers like you — including:

- Where to co-work + recharge
- Must-have Bali apps for transport, money and messaging
- Quick-start tips on SIM cards, ATMs and scooters
- Our favorite yoga shalas

👉 Download your Free Guide here

…and follow us on Instagram @elephantsnest.stays for tropical rituals, nomad tips and remote work life in paradise.

BONUS: FREE BALI STARTER GUIDE

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FINAL WORDS: THE CANGGU CODE STILL WORKS

Canggu isn’t a secret anymore. But it doesn’t have to be.
Because what makes it magical isn’t its exclusivity — it’s the mix of light and hustle, stillness and ambition, locals and wanderers, smoothie bowls and silent mornings.

If you’re ready to live, work and stretch somewhere beautiful — we’ll leave a light on for you. 🌿

With love from Canggu:

Bernadette, Herman & Juan from
The Elephant’s Nest 🐘

Published on 8/12/2025

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