Canggu for Digital Nomads
Where surf culture meets laptop life in tropical paradise
Indonesia • Asia/Makassar (+8)
TL;DR
Canggu scores 7.8/10 on our Hustle-Free Index. You'll spend around $1,610/month for a comfortable setup. Canggu is the island that proved you can have sunrise yoga, world-class coworking, and sunset beach clubs all in one day. It's digital nomad ground zero—sometimes too popular for its own good, but still magical if you know where to look. Perfect for burned-out creatives and payment-frustrated freelancers. It's okay to want both adventure and stability. Here's everything you need to know.
Hustle-Free Index Score
Based on safety, happiness, and cost of living data
Quick Facts
| Monthly Budget | $1,610 (comfortable) |
| Visa Situation | 60 days visa-free DN Visa Available |
| Internet Speed | 75 Mbps avg (Good) |
| Best For | Creatives, Freelancers |
| Skip If | Dislike crowds, Need fast-paced nightlife |
| English Level | Good |
| Safety | Safe (Score: 72/100) |
Why Canggu Works for Freelancers Like You
Canggu is the island that proved you can have sunrise yoga, world-class coworking, and sunset beach clubs all in one day. It's digital nomad ground zero—sometimes too popular for its own good, but still magical if you know where to look.
"Rice terraces at golden hour with temple silhouette and surf break sound"
What Makes It Special
- ✓ World-renowned digital nomad community
- ✓ Incredible coworking spaces (Dojo, Outpost)
- ✓ Surf, yoga, and wellness lifestyle
- ✓ Year-round tropical weather
- ✓ Affordable luxury living
What It Actually Costs
Comfortable Budget: $1,610/month
Housing
$700
Coworking
$180
Food
$300
Transport
$80
Fun & Social
$200
Health
$50
Misc
$100
Total
$1,610
Getting Work Done
WiFi Reality
75 Mbps average • Good reliability • Power: Occasional Outages
Café Culture
Excellent café scene for working
Visa & Legal Stuff (Don't Panic)
The Quick Answer
You get 60 days visa-free entry , plus there's a dedicated Digital Nomad Visa available.
B211A / Second Home Visa
Duration
60 days extendable to 180 days
Income Required
$2,000/mo
Cost
$150
Renewability
renewable
Processing
3-5 business days
Tax Situation
No income tax on foreign-sourced income for tourists
Always consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Living Your Best Sustainable Life
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Expat Community
Large
💻
Nomad Scene
Thriving
🤝
Local Friendliness
Welcoming
🍽️
Food Scene
World Class
Nightlife: Vibrant
The Honest Truth
✓ What's Amazing
- • World-renowned digital nomad community
- • Incredible coworking spaces (Dojo, Outpost)
- • Surf, yoga, and wellness lifestyle
- • Year-round tropical weather
⚠ What's Challenging
- • Increasingly crowded and touristy
- • Traffic can be chaotic
- • Visa runs every 60 days
- • Power outages during storms
- • Some areas becoming overpriced
Skip Canggu If...
- • Dislike crowds
- • Need fast-paced nightlife
- • Allergic to wellness culture
Your Next Step
You've done your research. That's already more than most people do.
There's no rush to decide. Canggu will still be here when you're ready.
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How We Calculate the Hustle-Free Index
Our Hustle-Free Index balances three factors that matter most for sustainable freelance life:
Formula: HFI = (Safety Score × Happiness Score) / Cost of Living Index
- Safety Score (72/100): From Numbeo Safety Index
- Happiness Score (82/100): World Happiness Report + freelancer surveys
- Cost of Living Index (42): Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Last updated: 2025-12-31 • Data sources: Numbeo, World Happiness Report, local research