Disturbing footage has surfaced showing a group of tourists engaged in a violent physical altercation on a street in Bali, casting a shadow over the popular holiday island.
Chaos Outside Canggu Convenience Store
The incident, which appears to have been filmed on January 8, 2026, occurred outside a supermarket in the bustling tourist village of Canggu. The video, shared widely on social media, captures a chaotic scene where punches are thrown and screams echo from bystanders. People can be seen attempting to navigate around the fight as it spills across the footpath.
While the nationalities of those involved are not officially confirmed, a witness cited by news.com.au suggested the group were believed to be Australians, though they "couldn't be sure". North Kuta police have stated that, as of now, no official complaints regarding the brawl have been reported to authorities.
Social Media Backlash and Mockery
The video posted to Instagram sparked a fierce and divided reaction online. Many comments, seemingly from locals, expressed deep frustration and disappointment with such tourist conduct.
One user lamented, "Now you understand why nobody wants to come to Bali anymore. It became just another average tourist destination... Low class and messed up." Another pointed comment read, "Only Aussie's... want to stay in Bali because they know they can do whatever they want," while others simply stated, "This is horrible."
In stark contrast, some viewers responded with dark humour, labelling the scuffle a "Bali tradition" for visitors. Comments included "NEW IN BALI : MINI MART FIGHT CLUB" and a sarcastic reference to a holiday package.
Crackdown on Disrespectful Behaviour
This public fight follows recent moves by Balinese authorities to launch an education campaign aimed at tourists. The initiative explicitly advises visitors to be "respectful" and act "in harmony with Balinese values".
The Australian government has also repeatedly warned travellers about their conduct in Bali via its Smartraveller website. The official advice is clear: "Bad behaviour that disrespects local culture or religion can get you in trouble or even deported." This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of antisocial behaviour in a foreign country.
