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Bali
Sacred temples, emerald rice terraces, and the art of living well
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8 curated experiences vetted by our team. Every operator is safety-checked, eco-aligned, and recently visited.
Experiences in Bali from Rp375.000 per person
Top places to visit in Bali
Festivals happening soon
Cultural events overlapping the next 60 days in Bali.
- 1 Apr – 31 Octseason
Dry Season
Peak tourist season. Best weather for beaches, temples, and rice terraces.
- 22 Oct – 26 Octfestival
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
Ubud international literary festival.
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8 experiences found
1 Day Scuba Diving Tulamben USS Liberty Shipwreck
From Rp 1.395.000 / person
1-day Ubud Private Tour: Visit Ubud Rice Terrace & Monkey Forest
From Rp 500.000 / person
Day Trip Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking
From Rp 600.000 / person
Full day Nusa Penida Snorkeling trip: Manta Bay, Gamat Bay, Crystal Bay
From Rp 475.000 / person
Full Day Trip Waterfall Tour (Sekumpul, Gitgit, Aling-Aling)
From Rp 550.000 / person
Nusa Lembongan Full Day Trip: Snorkeling, Kayak, and start from Sanur
From Rp 375.000 / person
Nusa Penida West Coast Full Day Trip: Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong
From Rp 600.000 / person
Private Day Trip Temple Tour: Tanah Lot & Uluwatu Sunset
From Rp 500.000 / person
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Getting to Bali
From the major hubs.
From jakarta · flight
~2 hours direct · 30+ flights daily
Rp 600k – Rp 1.5M
From singapore · flight
~2.5 hours direct · 10-15 flights daily
Rp 1.5M – Rp 3.0M
From surabaya · flight
~1 hour direct · 5-10 flights daily
Rp 500k – Rp 1.2M
Practical Information
- Visa
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for 90+ nationalities (USD 35, 30 days, extendable once)
- Currency
- Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Cards accepted at hotels and restaurants; carry cash for warungs and rural temples.
- Power Plug
- Type C/F, 220V/50Hz (European-style)
- SIM / Data
- Telkomsel or Indosat prepaid SIMs at Ngurah Rai arrivals. Telkomsel has the strongest coverage on the east coast and highlands.
- Local Transport
- Domestic flights to Ngurah Rai (DPS). Ride-hail Grab and Gojek in tourist areas. Scooter rental is the most flexible option — bring an international driving permit.
- Language
- Bahasa Indonesia primary; Balinese among locals; English widely spoken in tourist areas
- Tipping
- Not expected but appreciated; 10% at restaurants without service charge
- Emergency Numbers
- Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Tourist police 1500-771
Latest stories from Bali
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Nusa Penida Aman di 2026? Kelingking, Diamond Beach, dan Yang Berubah
"Lagi planning day trip ke Nusa Penida dari Bali? Keamanan itu pertanyaan pertama—dan memang seharusnya begitu. Pulau ini udah berubah drastis selama tiga tahun terakhir. Viewpoint ikonik tebing Kelingking Beach, turunan fotogenik Diamond Beach, dan infrastruktur Nusa Penida secara luas semuanya uda
Bandung to Bali: Train, Plane, or Bus — Which Is Worth It? 2026
The cheapest way from Bandung to Bali is train + bus (IDR 235,000–250,000, 24–26 hours), but budget flights often prove more worthwhile when they drop below IDR 600,000, which happens almost every week.
Pertama Kali ke Bali 2026 — Info Praktis
Bandung ke Bali 2026: Kereta, Pesawat, atau Bus?
Bandung ke Bali paling murah pakai kereta + bus (Rp 235.000–250.000, 24–26 jam), tapi pesawat budget seringkali lebih worth kalau harga turun di bawah Rp 600.000—yang happen hampir setiap minggu.
Bandung ke Bali Murah 2026: Rute 200K yang Works
Bandung ke Bali murah bisa dicapai dengan gabungan kereta plus bus malam seharga Rp 200.000–250.000, tapi butuh siap-siap kurang tidur dan waktu tempuh 28–36 jam.
10 Hal Terbaik di Bali (2026)
Bali on the map
Bali and beyond
Things to know before you visit Bali
When is the best time to visit Bali?
April through October is the dry season with warm days and cooler evenings in the highlands. Skip the Christmas and New Year rush if you prefer quieter temples and better hotel rates.
How long should I plan to stay in Bali?
5-14 days ideal — 2 days arrival in south Bali, 3-4 days Ubud rice terraces and temples, 2-3 days Uluwatu cliff coast, optional add-on for Munduk highlands or Nusa Penida island day trip.
How do I get to Bali?
Fly direct to Ngurah Rai International (DPS) from most Asian hubs including Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney. Many international carriers operate nonstop flights year-round.
What are the must-do experiences in Bali?
Three signature experiences in Bali:
• Sunset kecak dance at Uluwatu Temple
• Walking the emerald Tegallalang rice terraces
• Sunrise trek to the rim of Mount Batur
Where should I stay in Bali?
Ubud for jungle villas and wellness retreats, Seminyak and Canggu for design hotels with surf access, Uluwatu for cliff-side resorts, Sanur for family-friendly beachfront. Range: homestay from Rp 250K to private villa from Rp 5M per night.
What food and dishes are worth trying in Bali?
Must-try: babi guling Ibu Oka in Ubud, bebek bengil at Bebek Tepi Sawah, nasi campur Warung Mak Beng in Sanur, fresh-grilled seafood at the Jimbaran Bay BBQ row. Cafe hubs cluster in Canggu, Ubud, and Seminyak.
What should I prepare before traveling to Bali?
Before traveling to Bali: Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for 90+ nationalities (USD 35, 30 days, extendable once). Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Cards accepted at hotels and restaurants; carry cash for warungs and rural temples. Plug: Type C/F, 220V/50Hz (European-style). SIM: Telkomsel or Indosat prepaid SIMs at Ngurah Rai arrivals. Telkomsel has the strongest coverage on the east coast and highlands.. Tipping: Not expected but appreciated; 10% at restaurants without service charge. Emergency: Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Tourist police 1500-771
What people keep booking in Bali
View allNusa Lembongan Full Day Trip: Snorkeling, Kayak, and start from Sanur
1 Day Scuba Diving Tulamben USS Liberty Shipwreck
Full Day Trip Waterfall Tour (Sekumpul, Gitgit, Aling-Aling)
Full day Nusa Penida Snorkeling trip: Manta Bay, Gamat Bay, Crystal Bay
Nusa Penida West Coast Full Day Trip: Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong
Day Trip Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking
Private Day Trip Temple Tour: Tanah Lot & Uluwatu Sunset
1-day Ubud Private Tour: Visit Ubud Rice Terrace & Monkey Forest
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