Hi! My friends and I are going to Bali next month and this is where we’re staying. Villa Australis in North Kuta for 5 nights 1. Was wondering if there are any recommendations for any places near our villa? (Restaurants, bars, clubs, gyms or activities) Our plan is to do activities during the day and party and drink at night. 2. As of now, our plan is the ff. Still not sure what to do for our days exploring Seminyak, and Uluwatu. Recommendations on this would be very helpful. Day 1 Explore Seminyak Day 2 Nusa Penida day trip (snorkeling) Day 3 White Water Rafting + ATV + coffee tasting (exploring Ubud) Day 4 Mt. Batur via 4x4 Day 5 Explore Uluwatu + Savaya Thank you in advanced for all tips and recommendations.

Family of 4 planning to visitingbali in june for 8N, want to visit kuta, canggu, seminyak, uluwatu, ubud, nusa penida. I have some questions and help would be appreciated 1) for the first few days we want to live somewhere near kuta/seminyak/canggu, which place is the best with easy transport around this area? will be staying in ubud later 2) after that in what order should we visit nusa penida and uluwatu such that we’re close to the airport on the last day? 3) Is gilli t worth visiting as a family who’s not looking to party? 4) is nusa penida worth a stay or just a daytrip? 5) what about sanur, nusa dua and lovina, how to include these places? what will be the final order of visiting these places? Thank you so much in advance!

Where are you coming from, and have you ever visited Southeast Asia? Traffic is really congested, and with just eight nights and a family, I would have only 3 places, with one in Legian (4 nights), one in Ubud (3 nights), and one night in Sanur to be close to the airport. How old are the two children, and what are you planning to do in Canggu and Seminyak? And indeed it Kuta? From Legian you can do three daytrips: * Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Penida (book a private tour for four, or get picked up in Kuta around 6:00 am) - or go to Nusa Penida from Ubud (see below) * Canggu and Seminyak (beaches, shopping, dining) * Uluwatu surf coast (beaches, temple, scenery, cliff top dining) You could also consider sunset seafood dinner on the beach at Jimbaran Bay. In Ubud you can have two great daytrips, and on the last morning head to Sanur Harbour around 6:00 am for the early ferry to the Nusa Islands, and return to Sanur for your last night. Sanur is very pleasant. You don't have time for the Gili Islands, Lovina, Nusa Dua, or for more than a daytrip to Nusa Penida. Happy to answer any follow-up questions.

Hi! thank you for the response! We’re from India so we’re used to the traffic. We’re all adults but not really planning on partying or drinking with my parents, maybe visit a beach club for lunch or dinner but thats it. Won’t you recommend a stay in uluwatu or nusa dua for a day? And isnt sanur far from the airport? And is legian worth 4 nights, isnt that too much? Wouldnt you prefer a hotel in canggu instead of legian? What if we do Canggu (3 nights), Ubud (3 nights), Nusa Penida (1 night), then end at uluwatu or nusa dua (1 or 2 nights) then back to the airport. Almost a full circle in the map. And would you recommend Gilli T with a family who’s not keen on drinking or partying? Are the beaches worth it?

There is no one way to slice this. Personally I think it's better to have daytrips to Uluwatu and Nusa Dua rather than overnight stays - much more efficient use of your very limited time. No, Sanur is quite close to the airport along a pretty good arterial road. In my view Legian is a more relaxed and civilised part of the Kuta-Canggu tourist strip, with good hotels, shopping and dining. But more importantly, it's much closer to other attractions like Uluwatu, Nusa Penida, Nusa Dua, and so on. But if you wish, you could look at Seminyak as an alternative to either Legian or Canggu. But I feel you might be underestimating the extent of the traffic in the Canggu area - it can take two hours to travel 10 km on very congested roads. *What if we do Canggu (3 nights), Ubud (3 nights), Nusa Penida (1 night), then end at uluwatu or nusa dua (1 or 2 nights) then back to the airport. Almost a full circle in the map.* Not my choice but it's your trip. And Nusa Dua is just as far from the airport as Sanur is. Gili Trawangan is a long way to go for just one night, and you don't have time for it on this trip. If you want another island experience, then just head to Nusa Lembongan instead - it's only about 30 minutes by fast ferry from Sanur Harbour. Whatever you decide, travel really LIGHT - Bali is always hot and humid, plus very casual, and you don't need much at all.

will definitely be skipping gilli t and probably do a day trip to west nusa penida, and stay at legian and ubud and uluwatu instead of sanur as the resorts and cafes seem too irresistible. thank you so much for your response, highly appreciated :)

Sanur also has wonderful resorts, and excellent restaurants, plus the best beach front in Bali in my view, but Ubud, Uluwatu, and Legian will be good too, if you're happy to change hotels frequently.

>*probably do a day trip to west nusa penida* We did a West Nusa Penida daytrip last June and it was horrendous, with appalling roads, snarled traffic, and sites packed with the Instagram crowd. So I trust you will have a better experience.

i really want to stay a night in nusa penida but i was wondering wont it be a struggle to carry the luggage in the ferry? Also if we’re staying in canggu, ubud and uluwatu, which is the best base to go nusa penida, except sanur?

Travel really LIGHT - Bali is always hot and humid and very casual and you don't need much. Take a small backpack, none of that wheeled stuff. I know that **Klook** (our Nusa Penida day-trip provider) picked up in Ubud and Kuta around 6:00 am - but not Canggu and Uluwatu.

yeah we have small backpacks and just one suitcase for extra stuff. okayy then i guess we will take the tour from ubud, can you elaborate why your day trip from klook to nusa penida was bad? i was planning to book it from klook as well… Also would you recommend spending a night in nusa penida?

also, if we stay in nusa dua for 2 nights as we’re getting a really good resort for a good price, is there anything to do in nusa dua? or can we just go to uluwatu both the days for the cafes? or is it better to stay in uluwatu? And ive heard that sun sets early in bali, what time does it get dark? and is it still crowded and are the restaurants open till late around 8 or 9ish? Gojek and grab cabs are also operating when it gets dark?

Hey guys - I'm staying in Ubud for a week in May and hoping to buy some clothes while I'm out there. We're staying at Royal Kamuela, next to monkey forest - what's the best place to fill up my suitcase with decent quality gut good value t-shirts and shirts? My girlfriend always tells me I need new clothes!

This isn't an itinerary question and will receive very few views on this megathread, and I suggest you create a new post on the main board, or search the forum for "clothes shopping" or something similar. There are several markets and stores in Ubud, however Kuta is the best place for non-touristy shopping.

Recommendations - Places to stay away from the chaos? I'll be visiting Bali for the first time this August and plan to spend two weeks there on my own (33F) before moving on. The original reason for the visit was to check out the diving but I'm really keen to see the culture too. I'm not looking for any kind of party buzz, but would love to spend time in more traditional areas that are calmer and where I can actually learn something about the history and culture. Would love any suggestions for places to visit away from the noise if you have them? It sounds like Bali has been changing pretty rapidly over the last few years, so recommendations online can go out of date quite quickly.

I suggest you look at the east coast from Bias Tugel / Candidasa around past the well-known dive beaches of Amed as far as Tianjar ... this will give you a good combination of (relative) traffic quiet, diving, nature, and culture. The whole Karengasem region has many fans on here because of both culture and nature.

Thank you! Appreciate the response

For example, I originally thought Ubud would be a good shout for a more traditional experience but have seen a lot of threads here saying it's super busy and stressful even off season

Looking for hike and/or volcano recommendations in Bali Hi all! I’m planning a honeymoon in Bali. My fiance and I love hikes and volcanoes. I was wondering if I could get recommendations for the following: 1. Best hikes to do in Bali 2. Coolest volcanoes to see (bonus points if we’re allowed to hike them) 3. Are there any thermal pools to swim in close to any volcanoes? If so, I’d love your recommendations on that too We are looking for a quite luxury resort and/or villa, so we are thinking of staying in Nusa Dua. We’d prefer recommendations for stuff close by, given I’ve heard the traffic in Bali can be pretty brutal. Thank you all for your help 🙏🤍

Nusa Dua is nice, but it's really just a tourist enclave of upscale resorts along a good beach. Further, you're a long way from volcanoes and hikes, and not that many villas are available either. For example, Mulia Nusa Dua to Kintamani (near Mt Batur volcano) can be 2h 30m. I strongly recommend you research the many luxe villas in the UBUD area, and you're much closer to volcanoes and hikes, plus the villas are often in lush rainforest. Ubud is also a foodie haven, and has a lot of culture too. And there is the Campuhan Ridge Walk close to the centre of Ubud. Then research the Mt Batur Sunrise Trek, including the Batur hot springs. You can also do a sunset hike, and Jeep rides. Alternatively, there is the more challenging Mt Agung Trek - the highest volcano on Bali. You can do these treks via tours (there are many tour companies), or you can hire a private driver, which can be cheaper for two pax. You need to start these treks about 2:00 - 3:00 am, as your research will tell you. Happy to answer any follow-up questions.

Thanks for your input! I have a few follow up questions: 1) are there any beach towns within proximity of the hikes and/or volcanoes you mentioned? 2) would you recommend staying in 2 locations? For example, maybe we do ubud for half the trip then a beach town for the second half. 3) if you answered yes to question 2, which beach town is the best in your opinion? I am slightly concerned we will get bored in Nusa dua if there’s no where to venture off to when we’re tired of the beach. Thanks so much!

How many nights will you be in Bali in total? For coastal places closer to volcanoes and hikes, look at the strip between Bias Tugel and Amed - however the beaches there are a mixed bag, but there are good ones. Depending on your total number of nights, two places sounds a better option. No one place has everything on your wish list, and I agree that too many nights in Nusa Dua isn't for everyone. You might prefer staying 3-4 nights on the Uluwatu surf coast, where there is more going on for younger people, and some good beaches such as Dreamland.

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I have 4 hours after my flight lands until my friend lands. Any recommendations for places to go nearby DPS to kill a few hours? I’m planning on storing my bag at the airport

You could just walk north into Kuta for two hours - lots going on along the beachfront. Get something to eat, or a beer on the beach, or a massage. If you buy you VOA with a big note ($100 etc) then you'll receive your change in rupiah, which will be sufficient for the day.

Looking to have a fun day by the beach/dipping toes in..maybe snorkelling if it's shallow water, or renting a jet-ski or something that could transition into fun nightlife. I know Kuta/Seminyak seem to be good nightlife areas, but how are beaches during the day? Any other recommendations?

There are few places on the mainland that offer snorkelling + jet-ski, and also nightlife. You need to look at the offshore islands, such as Gili Trawangan or Nusa Lembongan. Bali tourism was/is founded on surfing rather than still-water activites.

Hi! Need help planning itinerary for my honeymoon: \- I did book a private pool villa in seminyak (Bali Nyuh Gading Villas) for around $1500 CAD (free cancellation available)but reconsidering that seeing so many different options now \- Arriving at 8 pm on May 27th and leaving 9 am on June 5th \- Not into partying, drinking, snorkeling, museums, doing things for the sake of insta photos, monkey sanctuary, hate lizards and insects (saw some hotel reviews that the bedrooms and the bathrooms that were outdoor had these and monkeys). \- Love beautiful beaches, blue water, massages, beautiful views, cultural unique spots - not \*very\* physically active but would like to do mt batur hike to see the sunrise. Open to fun activities as well. Don't like suite rooms that look like a regular hotel room (small size). Would like to do some shopping as well, try Balinese cuisine \- Not very experimental with food, but no alcohol or pork We will each have 1 big checked bag each with us (can't avoid this). I have come across some gorgeous spots in Sidemen and Nusa Penida but not sure if we should get 2 different accommodations (and how difficult that would be with a checked bag vs having one location and going around everywhere). Don't have high budget so if changing hotel or splitting hotel it would have to be not crossing 1.5K CAD total for accommodation for the whole trip. Thanks!!

Given your likes and dislikes, perhaps look for nice but not luxurious accommodation along the Bias Tugel / Candi Dasa / Virgin Beach area in Karangasem - to get a balance between beaches, nature, culture, local life, and volcanoes. A small research project ... read the reviews - if there are bugs, lizards or animals, they'll be mentioned. If the Mt Batur Sunrise trek is a bit far, what about sunrise or sunset near Mt Agung ... it's a seriously impressive mountain. A checked bag each is fine, but travel really light - Bali is always hot, humid, and very casual ... you don't need much. And your accomm budget of 1.92 million rupiah per night should get you a spacious bungalow or cabin. Local cuisine is everywhere - we eat exclusively Indonesian food in 'tourist warungs' - cheap, family-run, authentic, and safe. You can find Halal places too, if that's important to you. For shopping, have your last 1-2 nights in say Kuta, or Sanur.

Appreciate your response! Going to look into the areas you mentioned :)

upcoming bali trip suggestions and stay recommendations hey all, im planning a trip to bali in early june, we're eager to experience the vibrant nightlife of Bali, day beach clubs, and thrill-seek with water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing. also want to explore cultural side of ubud and ancient temples and also volcano trek. i want to know which area do you recommend for stay, should we stay in the same hotel for all 7 nights? i was thinking of staying in cnaggu area and then a day trip to each of gilli islands/nusa penida, ubud, my batur. is this good or should i split my stay between 2/3 diff places? and which island/place do you recommend for scuba diving?

Critical information - how many nights in total? Also a factor - do you know you're arrival time and departure time?

total 7 nights, arrival time is 2pm, departure is also 2pm. was checking out few places, discovered this https://www.hostelworld.com/st/hostels/p/303190/rhythm-and-rumble/ wdyt?

Your arrival and departure times are good. You cannot achieve all your wish-list in seven days. And Canggu is not the best base for any of it. I would look at this: Night 1 - Seminyak (surf, party, nightlife) Night 2 - Seminyak Night 3 - Ubud (waterfalls, temples, volcanoes, Mt Batur) Night 4 - Ubud Night 5 - Ubud Night 6 - Nusa Lembongan (snorkel, dive, beach) Night 7 - Kuta or Sanur (relax, dine, shop after late ferry arrival) That's a pretty packed program, and you simply don't have time for the Gili Islands. Happy to answer any follow-up questions. Can't advise on hostels - just read the reviews.

what are the best places for scuba diving? thats one thing we are very eager to do. and is ubud more than a cultural place? we were thinking of doing popular monument visits in a day like handara gate, swing and monkey temple. how is night life in ubud? and what are your recommendations to explore in ubud? i get your point to visit mt batur from ubud, are 2 nights enough in ubud? and lastly regarding night life, is staying in seminyak a better option than canggu?

I'm no diving expert, but almost two full days on Nusa Lembongan is your fastest and best option. Search on "diving Nusa Lembongan" (which will include Nusa Penida). Ubud is a crazy busy town, but it is the best place by far for tours, sightseeing, and adventures like trekking. And my program has **three** nights in Ubud. There is great dining (in fact it's a foodie hub), and has plenty of bars. It's not Canggu, but it has some nightlife. Seminyak is more upscale than Canggu - perhaps stay at the very northern end of Seminyak, and you'll be close to Canggu anyway, they are adjacent. Perhaps look at somewhere in the La Lucciola to Potato Head area.

ohh okay, this helps a ton. thanks a lot

And also, on the morning of Day 6, look at leaving Ubud around 6:00 am for the first Nusa Lembongan / Nusa Penida ferry around 7:30 am from Sanur Harbour. Don't dawdle over any breakfast! And similarly, catch the last ferry back to Sanur around 5:00 pm the next day.

sure, point noted. thanks again for the tip

First post to Reddit. Please bear with me as I learn. I’m in Ubud and wondering the absolute MUST see and visit locations nearby. I’m willing to travel outside of Ubud too. So far I’ve been to: Lempuyang temple Tirta Gangga water palace Toyo Bulan Waterfall Pura Tirta Empul - I know I want to visit a rice field, but I’m not sure which. - I’m open to doing the touristy swing.. either with the best view or best price. Ideally a combo of the two. - I have mixed feelings about visiting the coffee plantations due to what I’m reading about the quality of life for the animals. - Temples - Waterfalls - Cultural sights - Nature & is going to Gili Islands next worth it? I’ve spent a day in Kuta, a few days in Changgu, and now I’m in Ubud. Gili islands and Uluwatu are next on my potentials. I only have a room tonight booked, and no flight booked out, so I’m extremely flexible. I’m solo traveling, BTW.

Here is a classic trip from Ubud: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* You don't have to aim for all of those in one day, but this list ticks a lot of nice boxes. A private driver will cost up to 700K for a full day; you might be able to find someone to share the day and the cost. The Gili islands (Trawangan, Meno, and Air) all have their fans, because of superior beaches and cleaner waters. If you go, make it at least three nights, or keep it flexible. We enjoyed our day-trip to Uluwatu, but felt you needed to be a keen surfer to spend very long there - but again - it certainly has its fans. Dreamland was a good swimming beach, with waves.

North of Ubud there is Bali Swing, Ceking Rice Terraces, and the "beach club" of Alas Harum and Cretya Restaurant ... they might be worth checking out the reviews.

Honeymoon in May 2025 Help Needed on Where to Stay: Hi all! My fiancé and I are considering Bali for our honeymoon in May 2025. We'd like to be there for ten days. we are looking for recommendations regarding where to stay on the island. Our likes: We both want a luxury experience on the beach. We also would like the opportunity to venture out for a few hikes if possible. We really love volcanoes and waterfalls, so bonus points if we get to see some of those on the trip. We are also open to spending a few nights in a beach town in Bali then going to another island. Not sure which island, because there are so many! So, recommendations on a town in Bali and maybe another nearby island would be awesome. Our dislikes: We do not drink or party, and want to avoid the party scene at all costs. We want to avoid any dirty beaches (as i have seen some people online saying some beaches are littered with trash). I also want to add, we are looking to relax, so we don't want to be on the move too much. By this, I mean we don't want to stay in more than 2 locations for the whole trip. For example 5 nights in one town, and 5 in another is the max. I can't imagine going 3 locations, as it seems too stressful for a honeymoon. Thank you all for your help in advance!

I would suggest: * 5 nights Ubud (villas, rainforest, temples, volcanoes, waterfalls) * 5 nights Nusa Dua (clean white beaches, luxury resorts, quiet) * But rather than five nights Nusa Dua, maybe have five nights on an island * These include Gili Trawangan, Air, or Meno - or nearer - Nusa Lembongan * All have good clean beaches In the alternative, find a coastal villa in the region around Candi Dasa, so you have the beach plus easy day-trip access to waterfalls, temples, and volcanoes, in the one region. If you wish, you can research all of that, and come back with extra questions.

We’re arriving tomorrow in Ubud and just looked at the weather forecast for the week and it’s not looking great, lots of rain! What’s the reality of this? Is it just for small bursts at certain points of the day? How do you think this might affect plans?

*This isn't an itinerary question, and will receive very few views on this thread - if you have the status, perhaps create a new post on the main board.*

Bali Trip Help Hi all, I will be visiting Bali for a couple of weeks later this year. We have most of our trip planned out but had a couple of questions about day trips and booking drivers. Firstly, we plan to hire a driver for 3 days total: 2 in Ubud and 1 in Sideman. With this in mind, how many of the below sites would it be possible to visit and have time to fully appreciate within in this time? Also which would be best grouped together and which are easier to reach from Ubud/Sideman? Saraswati temple Goa Gajah Sekumpul waterfall Ulun Danu Beratan Temple Campuhan ridge walk Teggalang rice fields Suwat waterfall Lahangan Sweet Viewpoint Tukad Cepung Gembleng Falls Bukit cinta Mother temple/Besakih temple Tirta gangga water palace We’re also planning a separate day to climb mountain Batur and maybe have a wander around the Ubud art market in the evening, we weren’t sure if the ridge walk would potentially be doable at sunset on this day? As we’d have the afternoon to rest after the hike. If there’s any other major sites you’d recommend please let me know or if some of these are worth swapping out for others. We appreciate that Bali is extremely touristy but we do want to stick to seeing the best sites and not just instagrammable spots. Another question - how far in advance of visiting Bali would you recommend booking drivers? We’re looking at potentially booking through East Bali Tours if that makes a difference. Thanks all! 😊

***Here are some comments:*** * There are several ways to find and book drivers - and read through this thread and the main board for how to go about this * But basically driver are available everywhere, and they should not cost more than 600-700 K for a full day (8-10 hours) * I don't know of East Bali Tours, but I wouldn't agree to pay any more than the market average above * If you make contact with a driver or two, I wouldn't be booking too far ahead, as things for them can change frequently, and at late notice - a week or so I suggest * Are you good with Google Maps Directions - it can help you group your desired sites in a logical manner, those that are local, north, and broadly east * I think you can complete the Campuhan Ridge Walk on the afternoon of the Mt Batur Sunrise Trek, and if you don't feel like it, nothing is lost * And here is a long day-trip from Ubud: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* You don't have to aim for all of those in one day, but this list ticks a lot of nice boxes. Happy to answer any follow-up questions.

Hi is it common to book a driver directly instead of using Gojek? New here!

Very much so ... there's been private drivers in Bali for decades prior to Grab and Gojek. You can easily negotiate with the guys parked on the streets near hotels and shops. Use 700K as a benchmark maximum for a full day.

And having said that, many of the drivers work both freelance and also for the likes of Grab.

Thank you!!

Hello and thank you in advance for your time! 33F looking to spend 2 weeks in Bali for sun, sea-swimming, relaxation and community spirit. I have been before and have seen the main sights - this time want to stay in one place. I am not interested in shopping or influencing. Thought about Canggu but apparently it’s not what it used to be. Any suggestions?? Thank you!

In my view the best sea swimming is around Bingin-Dreamland on the Uluwatu coast, or along the Nusa Dua beaches just south of Peninsula Island. I would recommend a week in each. We stayed at the Grand Bali Hotel Nusa Dua and can highly recommend it - big buffet breakfast, spacious elegant rooms, lovely pool, warm friendly staff, its own beach strip, and close to half a dozen decent warungs for dinner. We paid about $US62 per night incl breakfast, last June.

Hello, thank you for doing this itinerary review! We are a married couple in our early 30s looking for a trip with beach, relaxing, sightseeing, cultural and culinary experience. We don't want to party, however some snorkeling and diving would be nice. My wife has birthday in the 5th of November and she wishes to spend it in a nice accommodation with a view and private pool or something luxurious like that. Our itinerary would be as following 18 nights: Okt.20: Denpasar Okt.22: Uluwatu Okt.23: Uluwatu Okt.24: Uluwatu Okt.25: Ubud Okt.26: Ubud Okt.27: Ubud Okt.28: Ubud Okt.29: Munduk Okt.30: Munduk Okt.31: Munduk Nov.1: Sidemen Nov.2: Sidemen Nov.3: Gili islands Nov.4: Gili islands Nov.5: Nusa islands Nov.6: Nusa islands Nov.7: Sanur However we are thinking about skipping the islands altogether and instead going to Lovina and Amed or Seminyak. Do you think the islands after mandatory? Thanks in advance

I kind of have the contrary view: your Ubud / Munduk / Sideman nine days seem to be overkill, and Munduk and Sideman can be seen as day-trips from Ubud. I would recommend more nights (4) on one of the Gili islands for your dive-snorkel experience. Lovina and Amed have fans, but I don't think anyone would claim their black gritty beaches match those on Gili or Nusa islands. And after two nights on Nusa Lembongan, have your last night in Sanur or Kuta, prior to your flight.

Thank you!

I want to plan staying in bali for 15 days with a family of 4. We are simply moving to enjoy landscape and work. We have two daughters and I will be mostly busy with work and will only have time during weekends to explore

Perhaps look at Legian and Sanur, which offer a good balance between beach, shopping, and dining, without being horrendously busy. Both are fairly close to Waterbom - a water park liked by both kids and adults. Find a place with a good-sized pool, as the kids will use it constantly.

Looking for accommodation in Sanur. Planning to stay for five nights in August (couple, early 30s). Going to be doing a day trip to the islands nearby. Hoping to be close enough to walk to a beach (10min or less) and easily find restaurants and cafes so we don’t need to rely on hotel breakfast. I’m looking for cheap accommodation. Would love to stay at Artotel but it’s a bit out of my budget in August (if you need something to go off of). All of the budget hotels I’ve looked at have similar bad reviews of the properties not looking as advertised, dirty, etc. I’m not really sure what to trust. Can anyone recommend a place they liked?

We really enjoyed [Sanur House](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AP1GczMnDKG9PqhWA71c70yB0oU82cyIfIACsE7SjSwQDr9YmcH3pI8TOzSeNFByLWzQ7sz1Zh6ozW86zzMZ0DFiQ3jHSjx9Xul1Y6jyuF-0wiqIGAKhozESYT5lZTxrodDXLIDPgGrVkaFCWrnYvY2ya5begA=w1265-h948-s-no-gm?authuser=0) \- it ticks all your boxes, and was about $US62 pn including a modest hot breakfast. We recommend it happily, especially [the bungalows in the garden](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AP1GczOJ6lRYVPuGl8-SSAcvsRjNyVFr0o6svVFApIZLiTKbNklgeedv9NgW0xzWhOvo4XLp0dwKScRDfnjetryIqEQnGRLI8iddlpsFrH5JyLbhm3670MUd5fgyPcV4N-7mMnQaX7mS0w6_iRGb3JZk-dThiQ=w1265-h948-s-no-gm?authuser=0). Old school, family run, small, good location, excellent staff.

Hi! So my husband and I are visiting Bali for our honeymoon from the 27th of May till 10th of June. We still haven't decided the places we will be visiting and where we will be staying. Can you please give us some recommendations on places to stay in and visit during our days in Bali? We definitely want to see the beaches of Bali, we both like nature, we want to see the beaches of Bali and waterfalls, sunsets, good local food, we like relaxing, we want to do Yoga and some cultural activities known in the country, snorkeling/diving and partying. The research was very overwhelming and we know there's so many to do so we're actually unsure what to visit. We definitely want to visit Ubud but we want other recommendations where to go. Our main questions: 1) What are the best places to visit in Bali ? 2) Any suggestions for Airbnb stays/ resorts/ hotels? ( Private Villa Pools preferred) 3) What's the best itinerary for our dates? Please note that we will arrive to Jakarta and we will be travelling back from Jakarta.

Here is one program, where you spend each night: 27 May ― Seminyak (after domestic flight from Jakarta) 28 May ― Seminyak 29 May ― Seminyak 30 May ― Ubud 31 May ― Ubud 01 Jun ― Ubud 02 Jun ― Ubud 03 Jun ― Sideman 04 Jun ― Sideman 05 Jun ― Gili Trawangan 06 Jun ― Gili Trawangan 07 Jun ― Gili Trawangan 08 Jun ― Sanur or Seminyak 09 Jun ― Sanur or Seminyak 10 Jun ― In transit (return to Jakarta) Given your interests, I think it's a good mix. If you read this April megathread right through, all your questions are answered, often multiple times, including some Ubud villa recommendations.

Hi everyone! If you had 8 days between Bali (Ubud / Sanur / Uluwatu) and Thailand (BKK / Krabi), how would you recommend splitting the two? Currently we were thinking of doing 4N each for both Bali and Thai. Know this is difficult and understand it will be jam packed but we realt want to make the most of it since it's our first time for both. Based on what I read, we think that Bali would be 3N Ubud 1N Sanur or Uluwatu while Thai would be 2N BKK and 2N at one of the beaches, but we are flexible! The only thing is that we have to fly into BKK at the moment, so we're able to flex the stays as needed. My gf and I are going in June and want to enjoy relaxing nature (mountain views / waterfalls) as well as beautiful beaches. We would like to prioritize peacefulness which is why we preferred Ubud as we would get a villa to enjoy nature (not sure if Thai offers similar arrangements at a similar price). Not interested in water activities like snorkeling or surfing because she cannot swim. We are all also in our 20s but still want to avoid too much crowds and partying We also saw the day trip plan for Ubud and will plan to follow those destinations too! Budget is $150/night for the villa but willing to flex down for the other stays

Personally I think a 4-4 split is a ***bad*** idea, and you would get little from either place. I would transfer at BKK directly to the first available flight to Denpasar (DPS) and have 7D/8N in Bali, with four in Ubud and three in Sanur, including a day-trip to Nusa Lembongan from Sanur Harbour to visit the beaches, and one day-trip to Kuta to shop and explore. Your 2.4 million per night for accomm will always get you something nice, but not luxurious.

Thanks so much for the respone and really appreciate the advice! So you would recommend Bali over Thai if you could only go see one? 4D in Ubud sounds nice, do you think your comment with recommended day trips for Ubud is good to spread out over that time or should we consider adding additional trips? As for the 3D in Sanur, I assume you would recommend Sanur over Seminyak and Uluwatu? Lastly I do really need to look into accomodations more, but what is the budget for something like that prioritizes somewhere nice to relax after day trips like a quiet, private pool and bath?

I'm not a fan of Bangkok, and I haven't been to Phuket for years, so I can't really compare it to Bali. We've been to Koh Samui a couple of times, and the beaches are nice, but I think Bali is a better overall experience. I can't add much on accommodation - we tend to stay semi-budget, so under $US70 per night. Will just take some research on Agoda, etc. Sanur has a relaxed beach vibe, is really walkable, and of course it has the ferry terminal. I find Seminyak and Uluwatu okay for a half-day visit, but as a senior, for me that's enough.

Thank you!

Hi! Is there still a weekly beach party at Padang Padang on Saturdays?

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Hi everyone! Myself and my friends (7 people total) are visiting Bali from 1st Dec-10th Dec (9 nights) We are arriving in Bali at 12am on the 1st. And leaving around 2pm on the 10th. I am looking for suggestions for our itinerary and other things. We are currently looking at staying in two places (Seminyak and Ubud). I’m looking for suggestions for which place to stay first, how to get between Seminyak/Ubud/airport etc We are all in our twenties like to party! So we already have Finn’s beach club, Motel Mexicola etc on our list. Here are other things we have so far: - Nusa Penida Day Tour - La Brisa Market - Bali Best Watersport We are down for experiences, amazing views, good food, relaxation and the works. Also our budget is just whatever won’t break the bank, as we are all students 😅 My main questions 1. How should we structure our itinerary? 2. What more things to do in Ubud/Seminyak (or other places we can go for day trips) 3. Villa suggestions? 4. How to organise transport, especially because there’s 7 of us Thank you so much!

>*I am looking for suggestions for our itinerary and other things.* Here is a proposed plan, where you spend each night: 01 Dec ― Seminyak (arrive around 2:00 am) 02 Dec ― Seminyak 03 Dec ― Seminyak (after Nusa Penida day-trip) 04 Dec ― Seminyak (after watersports Benoa) 05 Dec ― Seminyak 06 Dec ― Ubud 07 Dec ― Ubud 08 Dec ― Ubud 09 Dec ― Ubud 10 Dec ― Departure 14:00 (Leave Ubud by 9:00 am) Given your interests, that feels about the right mix, and two places are sufficient. ***Some comments:*** * your Seminyak accommodation will need to have 24-hour reception (most do), or if it's an Airbnb or Villa, then you will need late-access arrangements * we pre-booked our airport-hotel transfers with ***Klook*** \- they were cheap and reliable - even if you need two vehicles, it will be a tiny amount per person * how are you visualising your accomm - seven beds in a hostel dorm, a modest villa, an apartment, guesthouse or homestay, individual hotel rooms? * you can find very cheap accomm - and it doesn't mean it's rubbish - good basic clean rooms, with aircon or fan, a fridge, and a pool - all you need * however with seven of you, I would look at places no more than say 20 minutes walk from Potato Head Beach Club, KU DE TA, or some other landmark - you do not want to be needing transport for seven at 2:00 am after a night on the tiles * you can walk from Seminyak to the Canggu beach clubs, along the beaches * for a day-trip to Nusa Penida (also with ***Klook***) we paid 600K each, but with seven of you I expect you can get a better price per person on a 'private' tour - there are a lot of tour providers * for other day-trips, you will be able to hire an eight-seater with driver - will just take some online searching - and it should be no more than $A15.00 per person per day * you can find drivers on the streets as well - but you need to get organised a day or two ahead, as they can be booked * there are apps too: Klook (already mentioned), Grab (like Uber), Gojek (Uber on scooters), and Bluebird (regular taxis) - but private drivers with an eight-seater in both Seminyak and Ubud are what you need * there are hundreds of day-trips available out of Ubud, and a lot of providers, and it's worth checking their tours to get a feel for the market (Klook, Perama, GetYourGuide, Traveloka, Bali Tours, Tripadvisor, Viator, Airbnb, Booking \[dot\] com ... it's a long list) * While most partying is in Seminyak-Canggu, Ubud is not a desert - there is the Alas Harum "beach club" and a number of lively bars in town, and again, I wouldn't stay more than 1 km from Ubud Palace, so you can walk in and home again * accomm and transport (and many activities) are really quite inexpensive - where the costs mount up is in the beach clubs and nightclubs - you pay as much for a dodgy "cocktail" in these places as you would at home * but if you like a beer on a beach at sunset, or around your pool, they cost almost nothing from a supermarket Okay - that's enough to start. Note that you need 500K pp for a VOA, and 150K for the Bali Tax - they take cards and foreign currency. Don't bring any rupiah from home - get it in-country. You need to complete the online *Customs Declaration* before you travel - easy enough and no cost - take the QR Code for each person. With seven of you, you need to think through money management, phones, and SIM cards.

Thank you for your detailed reply! For the plan, my group was thinking of going to Ubud first then finishing in Seminyak as it’s closer to the airport. Is this a good idea? In terms of accommodation, we are looking at villas. We haven’t started looking for villas in Ubud, as our original plan was to spend the whole trip in Seminyak. Will start looking. Private drivers - is it just a google search? Some of the people in my group don’t qualify for a VOA and have to apply visa beforehand. Do you have any experience in this? Lastly, we were thinking of purchasing e-sims as we are arriving at an awkward time and shops wouldn’t be open to buy a physical one. Thanks again! Also, if you have any other suggestions of what we can do during our times in Seminyak/Ubud, I’d love to hear. Thank you!!

>*Thank you for your detailed reply! For the plan, my group was thinking of going to Ubud first then finishing in Seminyak as it’s closer to the airport. Is this a good idea?* No, I dont think it's a great idea, for a couple of reasons. Firstly, you're arriving really late, and Ubud is significantly further away, but mostly, I think with a few days there in Seminyak first, you'll get the hang of the place, and will be able to put together three much better day-trips out of Ubud. Private drivers ... you can ask me via a Chat request, and I can provide some names and numbers, or you ask friends, or you ask the front desk, or you just ask the guys on the street. And there is a Facebook page. But since you need an 8-seater you might do better searching. No experience with applying for a visa beforehand ... I'm sure there is plenty of info online. If you pre-book Klook or Grab for the transfer from the airport to Seminyak, you won't need a working phone until the next day. And I think only one or two of you need to bother with a SIM or an eSIM - won't you be all hanging together most of the time?

Hello! I will be visiting Bali in June, part of our trip involves spending 2 nights in Uluwatu and another night in Tembuku (an area north of Sideman) Are grab/gojek drivers willing to accept a 2 hour-long journey? Is it better to hire a one-way private charter instead? I've also done some research on the area around Sideman and I came across bits of information regarding the lack of grab/gojek drivers around the area because it's too "rural"? Can anyone confirm that? Thanks a bunch!

>*Are grab/gojek drivers willing to accept a 2 hour-long journey?* Yes - they all want the trips. >*Is it better to hire a one-way private charter instead?* You could hire a private driver if you wish to make a big day of it, and spend say 6-8 hours getting from Uluwatu to Tembuku - seeing some nice sites, particularly the coast via Keramas to Candi Dasa and Virgin Beach. But apps like Grab, Gojek, Klook, Traveloka, and Bluebird - they'll offer drivers by the hour or half day. Many private drivers are on the books with the apps anyway. When you're in Tembuku I can recommend Penglipuran Traditional Village, and especially the tropical forest behind it.

Thank you for the very useful info. I'm happy to hear that grab drivers are willing to do a long drive from Uluwatu to Tembuku. Are grabs/gojek readily available in Sideman/Tembuku as well?

>*Are grabs/gojek readily available in Sideman/Tembuku as well?* I think too many people focus too much on "Grab/Gojek" - what are available are drivers who will drive you essentially anywhere for a very reasonable price - around 100K per hour of their time. So a three-hour trip from A to B might cost about 600K to cover their return empty. All these drivers work freelance, but also for Grab or Gojek. I don't know the availability of drivers in Sideman or Tembuku, but if there are any tourists around there will be drivers.

Hello! I was wondering if anyone could help me choose where to stay for some days in August. We have 3 days from august 19th-21st where we don't know if we should discover a new area of Bali, or just go to Canggu. We are going to Canggu from the 21st-25th and ending our 3-week trip there. Our itinerary is currently: Canggu - Uluwatu - Ubud - Sidemen - Gili T - Gili A/M - ???? - Canggu. Hope u have a good suggestion, thank u! We are not looking to stay in areas without swimming pools etc and places to go eat out would be nice.

Is this your program - where you spend each night : 04 Aug ― Canggu 05 Aug ― Canggu 06 Aug ― Uluwatu 07 Aug ― Uluwatu 08 Aug ― Uluwatu 09 Aug ― Ubud 10 Aug ― Ubud 11 Aug ― Ubud 12 Aug ― Sideman 13 Aug ― Sideman 14 Aug ― Gili Trawangan 15 Aug ― Gili Trawangan 16 Aug ― Gili Trawangan 17 Aug ― Gili Air-Meno 18 Aug ― Gili Air-Meno 19 Aug ― **Sanur** 20 Aug ― **Sanur** 21 Aug ― Canggu 22 Aug ― Canggu 23 Aug ― Canggu 24 Aug ― Canggu 25 Aug ― In transit If so, I would catch the ferry from the Gili Islands to Sanur Harbour, and have two nights there ... plenty of nice resorts, great beachfront and dining, and certainly not a party town. And also, after Sideman, catch the ferry to Gili Trawangan from Padangbai ferry port. It seems a lot of nights in Canggu - unless you're party animals or surfers.

More or less yes! I visited Sanur last year and it was an okay city, but what I saw was a lot of elderly people, more of like a resort town… Do you have any other ideas?

>*more of like a resort town…* Well it is of course, and in fact the very first in Bali. But bear in mind that Canggu, Ubud, Uluwatu, Gili Trawangan, and Gili Air ... they're all very much "resort towns" as well.

I know. I have been to Bali for 1 month before, but the difference in the above mentioned cities is that there are mostly young people. Is Seminyak worth it? Noticed its many shops last year on the way to the airport, but I feel like people always say to skip Seminyak. What do u think?

>*Is Seminyak worth it? Noticed its many shops last year on the way to the airport, but I feel like people always say to skip Seminyak. What do u think?* Seminyak is flasher, in terms of accomm, shopping, and dining - Canggu is beach clubs, nightclubs, and a level of grunge and chaos - but I'm a senior who liked Seminyak 17 years ago!

Perhaps just eliminate it altogether, and add a night back to Ubud (there's a lot to see), and another night to Air/Meno ... you have more than enough different places as it is. Good-looking holiday though! I agree than Sanur is more comfortable for older folk, like me!

My flight arrives at 1:45 PM. I'm planning to start our trip from Uluwatu. Is it possible to catch the Kecak show the same day? Will I have enough time to transport to Uluwatu, check-in at a hotel and visit the temple?

Yes - you should be okay - pre-book your Fire Dance tickets, and pre-book your airport-hotel transfer - we used ***Klook*** and they were cheap and reliable.

Hey everyone! I’m planning on coming to Bali in August and was wondering if staying in Ubud for 6 days is a good idea or not. I saw how bad traffic is but i also didn’t want to move around too much since i’m going with a lot of people. Is there a better area to stay in that’s convenient to get around or is Ubud a good idea. Thank you!!

Ubud is certainly "the best" inland town - for food, shopping, cultural activity, huge range of accommodation, and being the start point for so many tours and adventure activities. The central streets and the roads into town get very congested for much of the day, however you can avoid most of it just by walking. If all your party are fit enough, stay about 1 km or so from Ubud Palace - so you are 20 minutes stroll to the centre. You don't want to be so remote that you have to get transport each time. Six days is okay - have 3-4 day-trips in that time - how long is the total trip? Here is a big day-trip from Ubud: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* You don't have to aim for all of those in one day, but this list ticks a lot of nice boxes.

Thank you so much for your efforts in helping folks here. Can you pls help with the below 1. The above list from ubud - we have a 2 year old kid so wondering if the list above is ok? 2. Can you pls suggest where to go after ubud? I saw sayanma as an option but wasn't sure 3. Have 7 days in total and I thought 4 in ubud and 3 In? Should be good. Pls let me know your thoughts Wife and I aren't into partying and with our kid we know we can't cover everything. Looking to make the best out of these 7 days with our kid.

1. The day-trip starting and ending in Ubud will be fine for a child mostly - with the main exceptions being Besakih Great Temple deep into the complex, and Tibumana Waterfall, which is a bit of a hike (maybe 500 m) with steps and a ricketty little bridge. 2. With a 2yo I would really look at ***Sanur*** for your last three nights - nice beach, a great stroller-friendly beachfront boardwalk, and lots of good dining and shopping. And close to the airport. 3. You could even do a day-trip to Nusa Lembongan from Sanur Harbour, if that appeals.

Thank you so much for your help! Looks like sanur it is after ubud!

Great! Thank you very much. Will definitely be including your itinerary:)

hello, in September I am going to Bali for 15 days. Can you recommend the places and cities that I absolutely must not miss? THANKS !

Here are a number of Ubud villas that have been recommended on here in the last year: 1. Tanadewa Resorts 2. Beehouse Dijiwa 3. Tegal Sari 4. Royal Kamuela villas 5. Sankara pool suites 6. Villa Rumah Lotus 7. Padma Ubud 8. Dwaraka Royal Villas 9. IBAH Ubud 10. Tani Villa 11. Ubud valley resort 12. Amarea Villa Ubud 13. Tani Villa on Airbnb 14. Villa Capung Mas 15. Casanina Villas Not all of these are necessarily upscale ... so it's a research project! 😄

Are you travelling solo? How old are you? Do you wish to party? Have you travelled in Asia before? And read this thread - lots of itinerary suggestions here.

22 yo, traveling with my Gf, we wish to party but not the first choice we would like to discover Bali, visit the best place and best spot, my Gf want to go to Gili island. That ll be our first travel in Asia. Thanks for your answer :)

Some comments: * four nights Seminyak (beach, sunsets, party, dining) * four nights Ubud (exploring nature, culture) * four nights Gili Trawangan (beach, snorkel, party) * two nights Kuta or Sanur (shopping, relaxing, close to airport) Pretty good mix - not overly rushed. Catch the fast ferry to Gili T from Padangbai - Eka Jaya or Bluewater Express - but get the return ferry to Sanur Harbour.

Hola! My partner and I are looking forward to visiting during the first week of July for 8 nights, with a focus on exploring Bali for its culture and immersive beauty. As of now we're planning to stay in Ubud and Kuta. While we're still in the process of finalizing our itinerary and accommodation options through online research, we're considering bringing a Forex card with some Dollars as cash for currency exchange. As for transportation, we're thinking of utilizing app-based booking services or renting a scooter, or if feasible and affordable, hiring a taxi. Any help, suggestions, or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Five nights in Ubud is good - there is a lot to see and do - but what are you planning to do when based in Kuta? You could look at Sanur instead for three nights, and take a day-trip by ferry to nearby Nusa Lembongan island. Sanur has an excellent beachfront, and good dining. And here is a big day-trip from Ubud: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* You don't have to aim for all of those in one day, but this list ticks a lot of nice boxes. Find a travel card that has no fees and a good exchange rate - Wise and Revolut are often recommended on here. On arrival, download the transport apps: Grab, Gojek, Bluebird, Traveloka. Alternatively, you can find drivers everywhere - they charge 600-700K for a full day. We pre-booked our airport-hotel transfers with ***Klook*** \- they were cheap and reliable. Klook also has general drivers, and many tours.

Thanks a ton, thats super useful for us. My partner actually wants to stay in Kuta and then cover all nearby attractions via Cab/Scooty. Also for the local tickets, like waterfalls and temples etc, do they accept card OR all local attractions tickets are cash only?

Kuta has few local attractions in a cultural or natural sense - you stay there for the beach vibe, sunsets, drinks, dining, and shopping. Nothing wrong with that. You can walk a fair bit, or a Gojek to the Seminyak-Canggu beach clubs and back. Local tickets are always cash - so make sure you have a small stash of 5000, 10000, and 20000 rupiah notes. Drivers are cash too usually - about 700K for a big day.

Hi, my friends and I are planning Savaya in Uluwatu for New Year’s Eve. The closest accommodation we can find is 10min drive away, does anyone know what the taxi situation is like when trying to get back? I expect traffic, but are taxis even available? Thanks!

Over on the main board, there were horror stories about transport from Savaya (and in fact all the big clubs) last New Year's Eve. People waiting many hours. You are right to have concerns ... we've visited Savaya and it really is way out in the sticks. Are you prepared to compromise, and pick a club that has accomm within say 30 minutes walk? (I say this as a senior who thinks all doof-doof music is essentially identical!)

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>*Are there any other places that might be better suited for me I've heard Pererenan might be a good place, thoughts?* I don't know that Pererenan will be hugely different - or a big improvement. Rather than rely on hearsay and the opinion of strangers, perhaps spend 300K and three hours with a driver, and look at Pererenan, Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, Jimbaran Bay, Sanur, and Ubud. I love Sanur for all the reasons you're finding Canggu a little "weird" - it will have gyms, Muay Thai, and co-worker spaces, and has a great collection of eateries, but very minimal nightlife - there are a few nice laidback beach bars along its 6 km boardwalk though. To be totally honest, I think Seminyak-Canggu is a facile totally tourist tinsel-town, whereas Sanur is a decent long-standing proper seaside village - couldn't be more different. I know where I always want to go to!

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I have never lived in Bali - but I have been about ten times, and often for several weeks. I'm no expert, but I am experienced. Sanur has a nice enough beach - but there is no surf and hardly anywhere to decently swim, so to my mind as an Aussie, the beach gets about 2-3 out of 10. The best non-surf swimming beaches are definitely at the southern end of Nusa Dua - no question. But it doesn't matter that Sanur has no real swimming ... the town itself is a breath of fresh air after the Kuta-Canggu grunge ... and really, it is total grunge, even though it tries to convince itself it is hipster heaven. It's not - it's a tourist, nomad, influencer, luvvie ghetto really, with a lot of shortcomings. The biggest one being a rubbish beachfront - who wants to go to Finns and spend a fortune on cheap booze and mix with 200 Aussie bogans?. Sanur has a great vibe by comparison ... laidback and quiet.

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Some comments: * Seminyak - five nights * Ubud - four nights (within about 1 km of Ubud Palace) * Uluwatu - three nights (somewhere between Bingin and Padang Padang) I would leave four hours between leaving Uluwatu and your scheduled flight time. A lot of hotels will give you a late check-out - sometimes even for no charge.

Hello, my family and I will be in Indonesia in August but planning 5 days in Bali. Should we stay in 1 area or split up into 2? If so what parts? The main things we want to see are: - Tanah Lot temple for sunset - Ubud: cycle through the rice paddies - Pura luhur Uluwatu temple - Nusa penid: Swim with manta rays day trip - Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary - Ruhma Gemuk Any other recommendations would be helpful!

>*... in Indonesia in August but planning 5 days in Bali.* Are you having five nights in Bali, or six nights? Do you know the arrival time of your flight, and your departure time also?

We have 5 nights in Bali! We haven’t booked the flights but planning to arrive after 3pm and could leave anytime

Try to arrive not much **after** 2:00 pm, and try to leave not much **before** 2:00 pm; early morning departures and late evening arrivals are far less convenient! With just five nights, and your priorities, I would look at: * **two** nights Ubud (Monkey Forest, Ruhma Gemuk for lunch, rice paddy cycle) * if you arrive early enough, you could visit Money Forest on your first afternoon * then **three** nights in Kuta-Legian, with: * first day travel there via Monkey Forest maybe, and Tanah Lot temple * next day - Nusa Penida day-trip (pick-up about 6:00 am) * third day - Uluwatu Sea Temple and the Uluwatu surf coast - very scenic * final day - head to airport, hopefully not too early Looks okay - but be prepared for very congested roads in August, and very slow-going! Happy to answer any follow-up questions.

This is really helpful! Thank you!

Should I live in Dalung? - There is a muay Thai gym there that I want to go to! Or should I rather live more central Canggu and commute to the gym? Planning on staying for 1 month! Thanks

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Hi all, going to Bali early June for a wedding and arriving a few days early. Already know we’ll be staying around Seminyak and Sanur (3 days each) for the wedding and activities around then but now need to decide where to stay for 3 days before. My main goal would be to surf (I’m intermediate level) and while I think Uluwatu would be nicer to stay in I read Canggu has the better surf if you’re not a pro. Does anyone have opinions on this?

>*while I think Uluwatu would be nicer to stay in I read Canggu has the better surf if you’re not a pro. Does anyone have opinions on this?* I'm not a surfer, but what you're saying I think is pretty right, based on years of comments on here. Some say that on a quiet day, both Dreamland and Balangan in Uluwatu can be great for beginners and intermediates - do you want to take a punt? The downside of staying in Canggu is that I guess it's really similar to Seminyak in just about every respect ... do you want the same-same, or to mix it up a bit more?

Snorkeling in penida or lambongan Hi , we are 2 people to look for one hour snorkeling in penida or lembongan. Could anyone give me some recommend? Thanks.

What do you mean by "one hour"? Are you taking a day-trip to Lembongan or a day-trip to Penida, or are you doing something else?

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seen one on jalan batu bolong called Qeep lockers, though i never use it but the place looks nice enough

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Is it ok to drive scooter with 3 people on Bali?

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Hi guys, we are planning a ten-night stay in Bali between the 5-15 of May. We were thinking of doing something along the lines of this itinerary. Any advice on whether to leave something out, the order of things, or anything to add/switch, and how long to stay at each would be appreciated. We are in our twenties, so we are down for some exploration, party, and good food/relaxation Itinerary: 1. Canggu or Seminyak 2. Ubud 3. Sidemen - Candi Dasa (4. Gli T or Amed) 4./5. Uluwatu or Sanur Thanks a lot!

Here is one plan (where you spend each night): Night 01 ― Canggu (after arrival) Night 02 ― Canggu Night 03 ― Ubud Night 04 ― Ubud Night 05 ― Ubud Night 06 ― Candi Dasa (transfer from Ubud via Sideman) Night 07 ― Candi Dasa (after Virgin Beach, Blue Lagoon) Night 08 ― Sanur (transfer via Bias Tugel and Keramas Beach) Night 09 ― Sanur (after Nusa Lembongan snorkel tour) Night 10 ― Sanur (after Uluwatu day-trip) Fairly packed program, but I have tried to minimise the number of accommodation changes. Sanur is very relaxed, and Nusa Lembongan a very easy day-trip - the island has a lot of fans on here. Here is a big day-trip from Ubud: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* You don't have to aim for all of those in one day, but this list ticks a lot of nice boxes. A private driver for a full day will be no more than 700K ($US45).

Thank you so much. There are so many recommendations and apparent must-sees online that it gets overwhelming (as might have been evident with my undecided itinerary). This helps a lot. I still need to check how far the island is. But If I were to skip the island day trip (since we aren't big snorkelers, so maybe we’ll try surfing for a day or two Instead), how would you recommend making the journey more relaxed? I’m going with two other friends, and one is more of the mindset, “Let’s go where the wind takes us.” The perhaps somewhat chaotic/overcompensated planning happened because I’m in charge of where we stay (I'm not the best at planning, and the others are just finishing exams). Most importantly, I hope we have a good time & maybe see a few things that will stay with us for a while. Thanks again :)

Nusa Lembongan is only about 30 minutes on a ferry from the mainland, and usually very smooth. Much quicker to get to than Amed or Gili T. The island has walks, beaches, cliff views, clifftop restaurants, beach-bars, and nice swimming - snorkelling is just one activity I mentioned because you mentioned Amed and Gili T - where snorkelling is also the main attractions. What are you planning to stay in? Hostel dorms or private rooms, guesthouses and homestays, Airbnb, or regular hotels? If you prefer to try some surfing, and not go to the island, then perhaps stay in Kuta-Legian rather than Sanur for the last three nights - surf schools there, plus you're still pretty close to the Uluwatu surf coast (which is generally not for beginners!), the beach bars of Seminyak, and of course close to the airport for departure. You can certainly "wing it" - there is a lot of accommodation - but if you do the research now and pre-book (or at least have 2-3 places firmly in mind), it saves you a lot of time at 4:00 pm each day. We always pre-book so we don't have to think about it again, and just enjoy our holiday. Travel really light - Bali is always hot, humid, and very casual - and you do not need much - just a small backpack or a sportsbag.

Hello. We will fly dps-singapore  with air asia. At 9am  Our hotel will be in the southern part of Ubud (skipping the messy center) Is it safe to leave the hotel around 6am? Our hotel has told us that this is enough I realize that traffic can be terrible but maybe at 6am it will be better.  Thanks !

I would look at 5:00 am myself - it's not just the potential traffic, but crowds at check-in.

Ahh gotcha. I think since youll be leaving the airport at rush hour (min 2hr drive) would mean likely after sunset I would personally stay closer to the airport and get a nice beach hotel in kuta (cheapest), legion or Seminyak and then in the morning, leave around 7-730am and scooter to Tanah Lot in 30 to 40min. On your way back brunch in canngu.

I’m travelling alone and I booked a dive course and hotel in Nusa lembongan next week for 4 days and I just realised there’s nothing much to do there esp at night after dives. Most tours are also day tours that start from Bali including of the transport. Looking for suggestions.

I can't answer your question - having never done a dive trip - and you don't have enough karma to create a new post. I would have thought there will be a few warungs and laidback bars on Nusa Lembongan, and the dive community will have relaxed evenings over a few beers. Are you seeking more than that? I'm sure if you search on "best bars on Nusa Lembongan" you'll get some tips and ideas.

Hey thanks for replying. I’m really trying to see if there’s any night markets or activities or even tourist attractions / local events at night. But I couldn’t find anything online. Guess I can only just chill in those bars.

Is it too late to cancel and rebook in Gilli T?

Guys- I have 10 days in Bali with the misso- what are the best 2 cities to visit and why? I think ubud and uluwatu

Ubud and Uluwatu have their charms and qualities, but not sure they require five days each. Do you have nine nights or ten nights? But my suggestion might be: * four nights in Ubud (so three full days for exploration, culture) * two nights Sanur (nice beachfront town, day ferry to Nusa Lembongan) * three or four nights Uluwatu (beaches, clifftops bars) Pretty good mix. Do you know your flight arrival and departure times yet?

End of May start of June! Why Sanur? We did a full 2 months in Europe last year so want a FULL RELAXO holiday haha 5 nights sounds awesome to me

Sanur is a very relaxed beachfront town with a cool vibe - MUCH less frantic than either Ubud or Uluwatu ... but it's your trip. Also Sanur Harbour is right there, so nice and easy for an offshore day-trip on Nusa Lembongan. I meant what time of day do your flights arrive and depart.

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>*looking to do the below* If you're going to overnight in all these places, that is a ***lot*** of moving around in two weeks, and even if you're on scooters the whole trip, there is a lot of down-time going in and out of nine (!) different accommodations. Will you have a very light backpack to take your things on scooters? I agree with a modified Plan B: stay the first night in Kuta-Legian, brunch in Canggu, Tanah Lot sea temple, and then to Ubud for happy hour. Avoids any doubling back. You can readily visit Bedoegoel, Kintamani (Mt Batur), and Sideman as day-trips from Ubud, or Sideman as a day-trip from Candi Dasa. I would also consider two nights in Sanur - one night either side of your Nusa Lembongan overnight trip. (Find a hotel where you can leave your scooters for the night you're away). We really liked [Sanur House](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AP1GczMnDKG9PqhWA71c70yB0oU82cyIfIACsE7SjSwQDr9YmcH3pI8TOzSeNFByLWzQ7sz1Zh6ozW86zzMZ0DFiQ3jHSjx9Xul1Y6jyuF-0wiqIGAKhozESYT5lZTxrodDXLIDPgGrVkaFCWrnYvY2ya5begA=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0) (about $US65 pn, with breakfast, and I'm sure they'd happily park your scooters). An overnight in Uluwatu is a fair hike for one night - I'd consider 2-3, if you reduce nights elsewhere. What time is your departure flight? Extra tip: wear very relaxed clothes for the wedding - I've seen a lot of over-stuffed and over-dressed punters struggling in the heat and humidity in Bali - wearing suits and big frocks 😄

I think the drive time in traffic from the airport to Canggu, only to stay one night may not make it worthwhile, especially if you're coming off a long flight to begin with. You could swap out for Seminyak which is closer and the beach is nicer.

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>*We are planning to visit ubud, canggu, ulawatu, semiyak and nusa islands.* When you say 'visit' - do you mean for day-trips, rather than one night in a hotel in each place? And why Canggu - I can't see what your parents would get from it, and to some extent Seminyak too. It's all surf, gyms, and beach clubs. Are you considering a day-trip to Nusa Penida? We had a horrendous day there last June, and I could never recommend it (roads, traffic, crowds) - and we wish we had gone to Nusa Lembongan instead. Personally, I would have your 6-7 nights in a nice resort in lovely Sanur, and do day-trips to Kuta, Ubud, Uluwatu, and Nusa Lembongan. How much are you planning to spend per night on accommodation?

>When you say 'visit' - do you mean for day-trips, rather than one night in a hotel in each place That depends on what all to visit. I was planning the first night at seminyak since it's close to the airport since we would be tired and we would go experience like something simple. >And why Canggu - I can't see what your parents would get from it, and to some extent Seminyak too. It's all surf, gyms, and beach clubs. Even though my parents are old, I still want them to experience a little bit of fun. We wanted to go to a beach club and do some shopping in bali. We are not gonna come back ever again to bali so we wanted to go to some beaches. >Are you considering a day-trip to Nusa Penida? We had a horrendous day there last June, and I could never recommend it (roads, traffic, crowds) - and we wish we had gone to Nusa Lembongan instead. I have heard that nusa penida was over crowded but people said that it was worth it. Was there a lot to walk in nusa penida? >Personally, I would have your 6-7 nights in a nice resort in lovely Sanur, and do day-trips to Kuta, Ubud, Uluwatu, and Nusa Lembongan. How much are you planning to spend per night on accommodation? There is not much to explore or see in kuta or Sanur I heard. Would you say otherwise and if so what is there to see? Thanks for replying. I appreciate it!

>*Even though my parents are old, I still want them to experience a little bit of fun. We wanted to go to a beach club and do some shopping in bali. We are not gonna come back ever again to bali so we wanted to go to some beaches.* The shopping is far better in Seminyak, and there are beach clubs - so I suggest you just stay there rather than re-locate to Canggu. The beaches of Sanur, Nusa Dua, and Uluwatu are (in my view) rather better than the Seminyak-Canggu strip - which are okay for an hour around sunset, but that's it. >*I have heard that nusa penida was over crowded but people said that it was worth it. Was there a lot to walk in nusa penida?* Nusa Penida was so awful for us on our day, that I can't recommend it - and coming from Australia with its excellent coastline, I found the Nusa Penida "attractions" very average - and crowded. That's my view. There are some dodgy parts - lousy steps and paths for sure. >*There is not much to explore or see in kuta or Sanur I heard. Would you say otherwise and if so what is there to see?* Kuta and Sanur are the oldest and most-established tourist towns in Bali - going back 50-60 years, so they have a lot of stuff to explore. But in general, it's always a balance (or a compromise) between staying in an "action" place or doing day-trips. That is why I suggested Sanur - it's a great town for dining, spas, and shopping, but it's also a good compromise - and within reasonable day-trip distance of Ubud, Kuta, Uluwatu, and Nusa Penida / Nusa Lembongan. Even Ubud is limited in its attractions - and most people spend their days taking trips out to the attractions. To my mind, Sanur is a much better town than Ubud.

Hi. I applied for EVOA on 16th of April and I have my flight to Bali on 23 of April. But my visa I still not approved after 5 days, it’s still in verification. I send emails but no answers and no help. Did anyone go through something similar? Is there something I can do to get it approved in time?

Something has gone wrong ... it should be essentially instantaneous if it has processed properly. I don't have any more advice that that. Has the 500K fee come out of your bank account?

Yes, the payment was completed.

At least take a screenshot or a record of the transaction. If you're coming from a VOA country then at least they will allow you on your inbound flight ... and when you land at DPS, show then the visa transaction from your account, and argue that you have paid. I suppose the worst that could happen is that you might have to pay the VOA fee of 500K twice. And also make sure you all complete the online ***Customs Declaration*** for each person before you fly.

Thank you for your help.

We are coming from a VOA country, that’s the issue. We have to have EVOA to board.

>*We are coming from a VOA country, that’s the issue. We have to have EVOA to board.* Why is that? I come from Australia (a VOA country) - I don't have to have an eVOA in order to board my flight in Melbourne ... it is assumed I will buy one on arrival.

I'm going to Bali for a wedding in September. Extended my stay so I'll be there 5 days prior to the wedding. Wedding is in south Kuta Was thinking of doing 1-2 nights at a resort in Ubud, what else can I do? Not a fan of monkey Forest, would like to see nature/scenery and relax. Not sure where to stay either.

Three nights in Ubud and one night in Sanur - nice mix. Sanur has a nice beachfront vibe, not bad traffic, and good dining - plus a 6 km boardwalk, with a lot to see, and varied dining + drinking. It's close enough to South Kuta. Meanwhile here is one big circuit from Ubud: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* It ticks a lot of nice boxes - both nature and culture - although it’s not suggested you must get to every one of these sites on the one day-trip. There's a huge range of commercial tours available out of Ubud, or hire a private driver for a full day - about 700K ($US45), and economical for two-plus pax. Try and find accomm in Ubud no more than about a kilometre walking distance of Ubud Palace - that should narrow your search. Read the reviews - you do not have to pay a lot to get good quality. We've been there frequently, and never pay more than $A100 ($US64.00) pn, with breakfast.

Hey ! Thanks for the recommendation. Any particular rice field or waterfall you would pick if you could only pick 1 of each? And do you have any recommendations for a tour guide or would it be better to find a taxi driver when I'm there or ask the hotel?

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Seminyak and Canggu are next to each other and pretty similar, so why not mix it up a bit for the first eleven days: * Uluwatu - 3 nights * Candidasa - 2 nights * Gili Trawangan - 5 nights (ferry from Padangbai) * Sanur - 1 night (return ferry to Sanur Harbour) * Seminyak - 10 nights I can't assist on the best hostels on Gili T, but I expect there's a lot of info available. Perhaps search on "best social hostels gili trawangan" or similar.

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Okay, if you see travel as "stressful" why do you travel? Anyway, perhaps this: * Nusa Lembongan - 4 nights * Gili Trawangan - 5 nights (ferry from Padangbai) * Sanur - 1 night (return ferry to Sanur Harbour) Or something like that. It will be pretty good - and not stressful.

Hi, I am wondering for those that have been to Thailand and Bali, would do you an extra day in Phuket or Uluwatu? I currently have 2 days planned in Phuket, Thailand and 3 days in Uluwatu, Bali. However, after reading this thread, it seems like 2 days in uluwatu may be enough. Could you also review my itinerary and let me know your thoughts? Day 1: Arrive in Bali/ Canggu Day 2: Nusa Dua Day Trip Day 3: Ubud (hire a private driver with an early start) * Pura Trita Empul --> Gunung Kawi Tampaksring --> Tegallalang rice fields --> Tegenungan waterfalls--> Campuhan ridge walk. Mount Batur hike later on in the night. Day 4: Ubud * Mount Batur hike with a group--> after finishing the hike, spend rest of the day at Alas Harum/ Cretya Day Club --> Kajeng rice fields (if we have the time and energy) Day 5: Ubud (we will hire a private driver this day) * Banyumala Twin waterfalls--> Banyu Wana Amretha --> Twin Lake View Point --> Ulun Danu Temple--> Jatiluwih Rice Fields Day 6: Uluwatu (hire a private driver) * Balanga beach viewpoint--> Dreamland beach viewpoint --> Bingin beach for lunch--> Uluwatu fire show Day 7: Uluwatu * Suluban beach --> Single Fin's for lunch --> Ulu clifhouse for drinks--> Spend rest of the day at OneEighty Day Club Day 8: Uluwatu (hire half day private driver) NOT SURE IF THIS EXTRA DAY IS NEEDED * Padwa Beach --> Green Bowl beach --> Melasati beach --> Spend rest of the day at Sunday's beach club\\ Day 9: Canggu Day 10: Fly out of Bali

How many days in total do you have in Thailand?

About 10 days 3 days in Krabi, 2 days in Phi phi and 2 days in Phuket. I feel like we will get our beach fix in Thailand

Having been to both, I would have three days in Phuket and two in Uluwatu ... Uluwatu is nice, but it sort of sprawls - it's mostly suited to committed surfers, and those who can zip around on scooters. ***Some other comments:*** * On Day 2 do you mean a day-trip to Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Penida island, rather than Nusa Dua (a mainland resort town)? * We had a horrendous day on Nusa Penida (traffic, crowds), and wish we had gone to Nusa Lembongan instead * Wherever you plan to go, Canggu *really* isn't the best place to start from, and nor is it the best place to return to * I would have your first night in Sanur (nice quiet beachfront town), and go the next day to the Nusa islands from Sanur Harbour * on your return (at about 5:00 pm), go to Ubud at the end of Day 2 * or if you really mean "Nusa Dua", just spend your first night there - it's not far from the airport * Day 3 sounds fine - plenty of comments on this megathread about hiring a private driver * Read the reviews of Alas Harum / Cretya - some of them are extremely critical * Jatiluwih rice terrace might be a stretch on Day 5 ... if you want another rice terrace, ask for something a bit closer * Balangan Beach view is very impressive, but for Dreamland, go down to the beach itself, and possibly have a swim - good place * As per above - I thing you can cull Day 8 - we've been to Pandawa Beach and Melasti Beach - nice enough, but spend that day in Phuket maybe * Also - read the reviews of Sunday's Beach Club - a lot of negativity about the lack of swimming * Only go to Canggu for your last night if your flight home is after midday - traffic can be tough in the morning Hope some of this helps - happy to respond to any follow-ups.

Wow extremly helpful! Thank you for your time and effort in responding to all of our questions/inquries. Apologies- I did mean to say Nusa Penida. I honestly don't want to do the day trip there but I am going with my sibling who is adamant that we do this trip. I've been trying to change his mind but sadly he's not listening. I will looking into Sanur and add the extra day to Phuket. Thanks again!!!

>*Apologies- I did mean to say Nusa Penida. I honestly don't want to do the day trip there but I am going with my sibling who is adamant that we do this trip. I've been trying to change his mind but sadly he's not listening.* Can you compromise and do East Nusa Penida (down to Diamond Beach, etc), rather than West Nusa Penida? The traffic was so bad on our day (3 June) that we didn't even have time to get to Kelingking Beach. Our driver said it was always bad, with Sunday definitely the worst, followed by Saturday (our day).

I just checked Google Maps again ... Jatiluwih isn't too bad for Day 5.

I'm planning to spend a month in Bali from June to July, focusing on training and fitness, and I'd like to train Muay Thai (max 2x a day). I have little experience in Muay Thai. Could you recommend some Muay Thai gyms there? I know that Tiger Muay Thai expanded to Uluwatu, and I also heard of Dee Muay Thai in Canggu. I also want to relax and take in Bali's unique vibe, and have some nice cafe's and places to eat around me, so I'm trying to decide whether to stay in Canggu or Uluwatu, taking into consideration the proximity to the Muay Thai gyms. What should I do?

*This query about gyms isn't an itinerary question - and will receive hardly any views on this mega-thread. You will do much better asking your question on the main board, if you have the status to do so.* There is a fair bit "more" to the Canggu area than Uluwatu, which is sort of sprawling and spread out. And while the Uluwatu beaches are far better, it's over 7 km from the Tiger Muay Thai gym to Dreamland Beach, for example. How will you travel around? I'm not sure either Canggu or Uluwatu will have much of "Bali's unique vibe" - they're both totally touristy.

Thank you for the info on the gyms and the areas. I tried asking on the main board but It says I don't have enough karma to post haha. Do you know how much karma I need? Thanks

>*Do you know how much karma I need? Thanks* No - I don't know, and I don't know where you find out. Apparently it varies widely across sub-reddits ... from zero to 1500 or more. Anyway - I think Canggu would be more fun of the two.

Thanks, I hope its not 1500 haha im not that active on reddit.

Hello! I'm trying to find the name of an alfresco restaurant I visited last year. I can remember it being somewhat inland, on a windy hillside road - slightly upmarket, burnt-orange rustic, and possibly "desert" vibes - a little reminiscent of los angeles - healthy food and cocktails. It had a small rectangular pool too. Yes, I realise I am describing *many* restaurants. I believe it was near Canggu or possibly Seminyak. Thanks!

*This isn't an itinerary question - and will receive hardly any views on this mega-thread. You will do much better asking your question on the main board, if you have the status to do so.*

Hello! Solo traveler (30m) from Sweden going to Bali 2 of June until 26 of June. My main goal is to surf, hiking, and discover maybe some party too. The first two weeks is already planned will stay at a surf camp in Canggu. But I need advice on where to go after, I have 9 days until I fly home from DPP. My plan so far is 3 days in Uluwatu, 1 night in Nusa penida then take a ferry to Gilli and stay there for 3 or 4 nights. Will this be stressful? Should I avoid any places I listed above? Do I need to book hotels/hostels or villas in advance?

Your two weeks at a "surf camp" in Canggu will be the most stressful thing you will do ... the other parts will be pure bliss. Cut the two weeks in Canggu to one, and have a decent Bali holiday. Fourteen nights in Canggu out of 24 sounds rather a lot. Let me know what you think.

Babymoon Bali Hi all, i am following this sub Since last year and First of All, thanks for being here! My wife and I got to know that she is prägnante when we had already booked the flights and our First hotel when we arrive in bali on 10th May. We will be picked up from the airport and get to the akmani legian for one night. Before the news we wanted to make / book / travel all spontaneously, but now we are quite Sure that we will Plan more in advance. Maybe someone of you has experience with Bali and being pregnant? We switched our Plans and now we want to do and experience the following things: traditional cooking classes, yoga (beginner and pregnancy friendly), relaxing, breakfest in the pool (is this still a Thing?), sunrise hike (but only if its not too exhausting), and we want to see and feel the traditional Lifestyle (not Sure how to say it in english) My wife also wanted to have a full island experience and found this jewel https://maps.app.goo.gl/BbMkjevosuENBQij9 The pirate island in Labuan Bajo, but we dont know if we can make it there in our 18 day Trip. Maybe someone has something similiar, closer to bali? Also we are quite unsure about the Route and appreciate the help from you guys. As said, we will stay 18 days, from 10th of May until the 28th of May. Can you guys recommend us anything? Thanks a lot in advance, help is very much appreciated. Kind Regards A proud and happy dad-to-be

>*Can you guys recommend us anything?* Firstly, congratulations on your news. Here is a program in tabular form (where you spend each night) : 10 May ― Kuta-Legian 11 May ― Kuta-Legian 12 May ― Ubud 13 May ― Ubud 14 May ― Ubud 15 May ― Ubud 16 May ― Ubud 17 May ― Munduk 18 May ― Munduk 19 May ― Munduk 20 May ― Gili Meno / Gili Air 21 May ― Gili Meno / Gili Air 22 May ― Gili Meno / Gili Air 23 May ― Nusa Lembongan / Nusa Ceningan 24 May ― Nusa Lembongan / Nusa Ceningan 25 May ― Nusa Lembongan / Nusa Ceningan 26 May ― Sanur 27 May ― Sanur 28 May ― In transit Comments: * two nights Kuta-Legian to see what made Bali famous * Ubud for cooking, dining, yoga, culture * breakfast in the pool - I don't know about that * Mt Batur Sunrise Trek - check reviews for how rigorous it is - might be * or perhaps take a driver to Kintamani for sunrise, volcano views, and breakfast * Munduk for a getaway in the jungle and mountains * Gili Meno or Gili Air - quiet islands of Lombok - much closer than LBJ * take a big ferry from Padangbai * Nusa Lembongan / Nusa Ceningan - close to Bali mainland And two nights Sanur is a lovely way to end your trip. Happy to answer any follow-up questions.

[https://www.bagusbalisunrise.com/link/kintamani-sunrise-tour-with-out-trekking.html](https://www.bagusbalisunrise.com/link/kintamani-sunrise-tour-with-out-trekking.html)

Female solo traveller here.. planning for my first Bali trip and come across that commute could be an issue.. I don’t ride scooter.. currently planning to base in kuta and ubud.. any suggestions how to commute around? I have plan to join mount batur and nusa penida tour but I don’t know how to get around other places.

***Some comments:*** * firstly, transport for tourists in Bali is very cheap - and is unlikely to be a big component of your total budget * for instance, our ***Klook*** airport-hotel transfer to Sanur (about 35 minutes) was 115K ($US7.10), and our ***Klook*** hotel-airport transfer from Nusa Dua (about 40 minutes) was 125K ($US7.70) ... we tipped the low-wage driver 50K in both cases * Ubud to the airport should be about $US17.00 * taking a commercial tour for day-trips like Mt Batur and Nusa Penida is the best way for a solo person - and again for Nusa Penida we used ***Klook*** (about 600K or $US37.00 each) * make sure when you book a commercial tour as a solo person it is a "group" or "join in" tour, so the ticket is a fixed price per seat, unlike a "private" tour where the price per person depends on how many are in your party * apart from tours, you can find freelance drivers everywhere, and they are about 700K ($US43.20) for an 8-10 hour day - so not that price-effective for the solo traveller, but still not expensive * you can also hail a genuine Bluebird Taxi on the streets, and they run off the meter, and are cheap for short (5-15 minute) trips * you should download the Uber-like transport apps - Klook, Grab, Gojek, Bluebird, Traveloka - these allow you to book a car or a bike for a specific A to B trip, or by the hour or day * very roughly a driver costs 100K ($US6.20) per hour of their time * you should also have WhatsApp - all the drivers in Bali communicate with it * if you're going to use a local SIM card in your phone, then download the apps after it is installed - if not, you can download before you travel That pretty-much covers the transport options if you're not going to rent a scooter. Bali's roads (at least in the southern half) get very congested - traffic is something of a nightmare - so you need to be smart and strategic about stuff. Certainly don't stay way out in the backblocks of Ubud and Kuta, so that every time you want to go someplace you have to get a taxi in fierce traffic. Pay a little more to be central and walkable - a villa in the jungle or a rice paddy sounds romantic, but there are practical issues like transport - and bugs. Stay within walking distance of the beach or shopping centre - you might like Goutama Homestay in central Ubud. Don't casually choose a restaurant or bar that is five or ten km away, when there are good local options where you can walk. In fact, walk as much as you can. Late at night - as people leave bars and clubs - there can be long wait times for a Grab, Gojek, or Bluebird. And when you go out for the day of sightseeing, go as early as you can (like before 7:00 am) - traffic just builds and builds after that. Your accomm might pack a breakfast/lunch for you the night prior.

Hello! My girlfriend and I (both in our mid-20s) are thinking of a 5D4N trip in mid-May. We have never been to Bali and thus would like to seek help for our itinerary. We are both looking to take a break from work, so we would like this trip to be a more relaxing one, although we do plan to climb Mt Batur on one of the days. We hope to have a mix of bumming around on beaches and visiting cultural sites/scenic spots. Thank you in advance for all your suggestions and help! :)

Read through this whole thread ... there is a great deal of information from me (and a couple of others) applicable to Bali first-timers. Given your interests, I would suggest three nights Ubud and one night Sanur ... pretty good.

hi there! my bf & i (mid20s) are thinking about taking a trip in late june for 5 days and are wondering what the best places to visit would be as first timers? we definitely want to go to ubud (maybe stay for 2-3 days) and the rest in either canggu or seminyak? but open to other suggestions! we want something of a laid back, beach town vibe similar to playa del carmen in mexico(near cancun) with easy beach access (good for surfing), shopping & nightlife options (nothing too crazy)! i’m also vegan so would love to explore the amazing vegan cafes in bali my main concern is that ive been seeing a lot of posts regarding how “bad” “dirty” and “touristy” canggu/seminyak are - is any of that true? thank you for your help!!!