Bali

The Holiday Island

Information - Bali

Bali is an Indonesian island known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, beaches and coral reefs. Kuta is a very busy party place, but travel further afield for the real Bali. Going East or South will find you many less busy beaches, and just as scenic, if not more so. Ubud in the centre is fantastic for rice paddies and birds while Lovinia in the North with its black sand is really worth a visit. Other areas to consider are Bedugul for quiter more natural surroundings. For birders and wildlife enthusiasts you can not do better than spend a few days in West Bali National park.

QUICK FACTS:

Currency: Indonesian Rupiah

Language: Balinese

Visa: Most countries do not need a visa for 30 day stay.

Power: 230 volts AC. Plug types C & F

Safety: Normal precautions

TRANSPORT:

Buses are the cheapest and have a great network. Taxis are cheap and plentiful.

FESTIVALS:

Bali spirit festival – March
North Bali folk festival – April/May
Kite Festival – June/July
Bali art festival – June/July
Ubud writers festival – October
Kuta Carnival – October
Sanur village festival – November

Planning

Weather is Tropical with wet and dry seasons. Even in the wet you can expect dry sunny days. Best time to come is out of the high season April. May, June and September. Temperature around 26 oC all year round. Can be very Humid.

Packing:
Light clothing plus some form of waterproof jacket in wet season. Some form of closed shoes if going hiking etc.

BUDGET:

Accommodation:-
Dorm beds 10000 IDR
Basic Double Beds with air cond 250000+ IDR
Luxury 1000000+ IDR

Food:-
Stalls 1000 IDR for nasi goreng
Local restaurants 100000+ IDR
Resort or similar 150000+IDR

Transport:-
Car hire with driver 375,000 for 6 hours 550,000 for 10 hours
Car hire from 209,000 IDR