In Bali, many travelers end up losing their sunglasses. Between nature, animals, and the island’s lifestyle, it’s easy to misplace or damage them if you’re not careful.

صورة ظلية لمعبد تاناه لوت في بالي، تعكس الثقافة المحلية وهوية نظارات Maison Mata المصنوعة يدويًا.

The Monkey Thieves of Ubud and Uluwatu

At the Monkey Forest or Uluwatu Temple, monkeys are notorious for grabbing anything within reach: phones, hats… and especially sunglasses.

Once taken, you’ll often need to call a local guard to negotiate their return.

أمواج تتكسّر عند منحدرات أولواتو في الساعة الذهبية، مصدر إلهام نظارات Maison Mata الشمسية من أفق بالي.

Waves and Sand on the Beach

On the beaches of Canggu, Uluwatu, or Seminyak, sunglasses disappear fast. A single strong wave can wash them out to sea within seconds.

But even without going into the water, many tourists lose them simply by leaving them on a towel. Sand quickly buries them, and by the end of the day, they can be impossible to find or already broken.

غروب الشمس على شاطئ تشانغو في بالي، صورة تربط نظارات Maison Mata المصنوعة يدويًا بالحياة الساحلية.

Curious Dogs

Bali’s many street dogs are playful and curious. If you leave your sunglasses within reach, they might grab them like a toy or chew them. Even the strongest frames won’t last long in their mouths.

مدرجات الأرز في أوبود ببالي، تعبّر عن الطبيعة والحرفية المتأنية وثقافة نظارات Maison Mata الحرفية.

At Maison Mata

we design handmade sunglasses and optical frames in Mazzucchelli acetate, handcrafted in our boutique workshop in Canggu. Our qualified opticians and optometrists also provide free eye exams in our boutiques in Canggu, Ubud, Seminyak, and Sanur.

Take care of your sunglasses, and if you’re looking for a new pair, explore our artisan eyewear collection in Bali.

Visit Us!

Searching for a sunglasses shop near me in Bali? Maison Mata has five boutiques across the island: Canggu (flagship & handmade workshop), Ubud, Sanur, Seminyak, and our newest boutique in Uluwatu, with Lombok opening September 2026. Free eye exams in Canggu, Ubud, Sanur, and Uluwatu. Shop online at maisonmata.com with worldwide shipping, or follow us on Instagram @maisonmata_bali.