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Find out why everyone falls in love with Bali, then plan two weeks from the Gili Islands to Ubud and Uluwatu.

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Budget per couple$400-$700 a day
When to goBali experiences only two seasons: the rainy season and the dry season.
Getting aroundBali is such a small island that all you really need is a scooter.

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Find out why everyone falls in love with Bali, then plan two weeks from the Gili Islands to Ubud and Uluwatu.

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How to Drive in Bali videoVideo

How to Drive in Bali
Top Things to Do in Bali - Surf lessons, Snorkel with Mantas Rays, Uluwatu videoVideo

Top Things to Do in Bali - Surf lessons, Snorkel with Mantas Rays, Uluwatu
Luxury Bali Villa Tour - $500/night - Tripped S6e4 videoVideo

Luxury Bali Villa Tour - $500/night - Tripped S6e4
Cost of Living Canggu Bali - Our Daily Budget videoVideo

Cost of Living Canggu Bali - Our Daily Budget
Bali Road Trip - Tripped S6 E1 videoVideo

Bali Road Trip - Tripped S6 E1
Living in Canggu Bali videoVideo

Living in Canggu Bali

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Guides for Bali

Itineraries you can steal, plus the tools we use to plan every trip.

Bali: Our 10-Day Itinerary You Can Totally StealItinerary

Bali: Our 10-Day Itinerary You Can Totally Steal

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Tropical Vacation Packing Guide for Women
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Bali: Our 2-Week Itinerary You Can Totally Steal

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What to know before you go

Straight from our notes on Bali: costs, getting around, where to stay and what to skip.

Per day. Prices from our trips; check current rates before you book.

transportation
Bali is such a small island that all you really need is a scooter. If it’s too hot out for you, or if you’re not comfortable riding your own scooter, you can always call a Grab car, a Grab or Gojek bike, or hire a private driver. There is virtually no public transport on the island.
when to visit
Bali experiences only two seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. The best time to visit Bali is between April and October, the island's dry season. Throughout the year, the daytime temperatures hover between the mid-80s and low 90s, with only the humidity and precipitation patterns changing.
safety
You shouldn’t have any safety concerns in Bali apart from the occasional petty crime incident. Be careful of pickpocketing in crowded areas and in bars, and don’t whip your phone out on a bike or in public.
Also note, the tap water is NOT drinkable. Drink bottled, or filtered water instead.
where to stay
There are endless accommodation options in Bali. Airbnb tends to be the best option, but guesthouses, hotels and hostels are plentiful as well. Depending on your budget, there will definitely be an option for you.
language
Balinese is a language spoken by 3.3 million people on the Indonesian island of Bali as well as surrounding areas. Most Balinese speakers also know Indonesian. Most Balinese in the tourist areas, as well as in the hotel industry can speak broken English, some are even fluent.
trip resources
Airbnb for private villas and guesthouses.
Booking.com and Agoda for hotels, hostels and guesthouses.
what to pack
Universal power adaptor
Beachwear
Swimwear
Quick dry towels
Warmer outfit for mountainous areas (sometimes Ubud)
Raincoat or poncho for rainy days
Comfortable walking shoes if you’re doing the Mount Batur hike
Water shoes for waterfalls
“Dressy” outfit for a night at a nicer restaurant, bar or club.
what to eat
Iconic Bali breakfast from one of many cafes on the island, Nasi Goreng, Mie Goreng, Sate, Nasi Campur, Babi Guling, Gado gado, Bintang beer, Pisang Goreng.

Packing list

What to pack for Bali

Packing lists on video for this trip, plus the carry-on gear we designed after years on the road.

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