Indonesia is a country located in Southeast Asia and consists of several islands. Bali, in particular, is popular with travellers as one of the world’s top holiday destinations due to its natural beauty and diverse culture and historical sites. On average, major tourist attractions open at 8:00 am and close at 5:00 pm.
1. Indonesia Quick Facts
Language Indonesian
Religion Islam, Hinduism
Currency Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Visa Visa free access or VOA for 160+ countries
Power Plugs 220 V 50 Hz (C /F Type)
Capital Jakarta
ATM ATM’s We recommend not using ATM’s to avoid accidents such as cloning. It is also a good idea to bring some US dollars to exchange.
Use card Restaurants and shopping centers will work, but convenience stores and some restaurants may not.
Useful APP
Google Maps
Whats App
APLAUS App
KURA2BUS App
2. Packing for your trip
Air plain Ticket
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SIM card
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Pacsafe Pro safe 800 Luggage Lock
Good protection against snatchers or impulse thieves.
Universal Power Adapter
One of the most essential but most forgotten items in your travel gear? A power adapter!
Travel insurance
Prepare for risky situations Travel insurance can be a big help in the event of an emergency
GoPro HERO11
If you want to capture your own memories of your travels, GoPro is the way to go. It’s small, has great image quality, and is easy to carry around
Shower filters
Bali has poor water quality, and shower filters can help prevent “Bali Valley”.
Sunblock
Bali is known for its hot climate and the sun can be intense. Pack sunscreen with a high SPF factor to protect your skin.
First aid kit
It’s a good idea to bring some first aid kit with you for minor illnesses or indigestion while travelling. You’ll be able to respond quickly if you need medication. If you need to pack your own medication, pack it along with a ‘prescription’.
3. Transportation
Trans Sarbagita : The fare is 3.500 IDR, there are currently four routes in total, and you can check the route map and timetable via the APLAUS (Aplikasi Layanan Angkutan Umum Sarbagita) app.
Komotra : 10,000IDR A minibus that runs for about 3 km along the entire length of Kuta Beach and can be hailed from anywhere.
Bemo: 5,000IDR A micro-bus used by locals that will take you anywhere with a wave of the hand.
Kurakura Bus : This bus covers the main tourist destinations in Bali, including Kuta Targian, Seminyak, Sanur, and Ubud, and costs 20000 IDR. A one-day pass costs IDR 100,000 and a three-day pass costs IDR 150,000. For fares and route maps, visit kura2bus.com.
Grab : Grab taxis are slightly more expensive than in other parts of Indonesia. Base fare: 7,000 IDR for 1 km
Scooter taxis : Available through the Gojek app for a base rate of 2,500IDR per kilometer.
Motorbike scooter RENT : Prices start at 50,000 IDR for a day’s rental, with slight variations between locations.
4. Safety
Bali is known for its good law and order, with the mountains and sea both safe and secure, day and night.
Useful phone numbers for tourists
Police/General Emergency: 110 or 112 (mobile phones)
Ambulance and emergency medical: 118 or 119
Firefighters: 113
Search and rescue (BASARNAS): 115
Natural disaster assistance: 129
5. Climate
The year-round humidity ranges from 70-80%, so no matter where you’re travelling in Indonesia, the dry season is always better than the wet season. With an equatorial climate and an oceanic climate, Indonesia has one season. While there are regional variations, on average, you can expect highs of 32°C(89.6°F)-34°C(93.2°F), lows of 24°C(75.2°F)-26°C(78.8°F), and humidity of 70-80%. Bali has a tropical climate and enjoys warm weather all year round. There is a dry season and a rainy season, and the dry season in Bali runs from April to September, with clear, pleasant weather. Bali’s rainy season runs from October to March and has the disadvantage of more frequent rain and higher humidity than the dry season, but even if it does rain, it’s usually short-lived.
6. price
Food is cheap, but alcohol is expensive.
McDonald’s Combo Meal: 55,000-66,000 IDR
Water (1.5 litres): 5,000-12,000 IDR
Starbucks Americano Grande size 49,000 IDR
7. Travel precautions
When entering temples at Bali’s tourist attractions, shorts and menstruating women are not allowed.
Be aware of hygiene when eating street food. We recommend eating in safe restaurants.
Indonesia has a tropical climate and is very hot and humid. It is important to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
Bali Valley symptoms
Diarrhoea: This is the most common symptom and can be caused by consuming contaminated water or food.
Stomach aches and cramps: These can be accompanied by discomfort or pain in the stomach.
Nausea and vomiting: Sometimes stomach discomfort can lead to nausea or vomiting.
Fever and lethargy: In some cases, you may experience a fever or general lethargy.
8. Etiquette & Service Tip
As a matter of basic etiquette, the Balinese, who are Hindu, make morning offerings called chanang and charu. The chanang is placed on an altar and the charu is usually placed on the pavement. These should not be touched or kicked.
Your right hand is used to eat food, so it’s best to avoid picking up food with your left hand.
Don’t touch people’s heads – for Indonesians, the head is considered a sacred place where the soul resides.
Tip
Bali itself doesn’t have a tipping culture – if you’re happy with the service, you can tip.
9. Holidays
The public holidays in Indonesia in 2024
01-Jan Mon New Year’s Day
08-Feb Thu Isra Mi’raj
10-Feb Sat Chinese New Year
11-Mar Mon Bali Hindu New Year
29-Mar Fri Good Friday
10-Apr Wed Hari Raya Idul Fitri
11-Apr Thu Lebaran Holiday
01-May Wed Labour Day
09-May Thu Ascension Day of Jesus Christ
23-May Thu Waisak Day
01-Jun Sat Pancasila Day
17-Jun Mon Idul Adha
07-Jul Sun Islamic New Year
17-Aug Sat Independence Day
15-Sep Sun Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
25-Dec Wed Christmas Day
2025 National Public Holidays:
Wednesday, 1 January : New Year’s Day
Monday, 27 January : Isra Mi’raj
Wednesday, 29 January : Chinese New Year
Saturday, 29 March : Bali Hindu New Year
Monday, 31 March : Hari Raya Idul Fitri
Tuesday, 1 April : Lebaran Holiday
Friday, 18 April : Good Friday
Thursday, 1 May : Labour Day
Monday, 12 May : Waisak Day
Thursday, 29 May : Ascension Day of Jesus Christ
Sunday, 1 June : Pancasila Day
Saturday, 7 June : Idul Adha
Friday, 27 June : Islamic New Year
Sunday, 17 August : Independence Day
Friday, 5 September : Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
Friday, 26 December: Christmas Holiday