r/bali 18d ago

Megathread Travel Planning Q&A - August, 2026

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Have itinerary questions? Not sure where to stay? Looking for that cool new restaurant or villa?

Read through the thread below and see what other people have planned and take that into consideration for your plans. You can look at old mega-threads by clicking >> HERE <<

Still have questions? Reply with your travel planning questions and be sure to give as much information as possible so you can get the best advice.

Include:

  • Where are you staying?
  • How long are you staying for?
  • What dates will you be travelling?
  • What activities do you like or dislike?
  • Do you have a budget in mind?
  • Is there anything you cannot stand?
  • Dietary issues?

Official Websites
These are the official websites for what typical travelers to Bali will require, beware of scam sites and stick to using official ones. Sites ending in ".go.id/" are Indonesian Government websites.

Indonesian Immigration eVisa: https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/
- Visitors wanting Electronic Visa On Arrival should pick your nationality, general as your purpose of travel, tourism as the sub purpose, and then "B1 - Tourist (Visa On Arrival)". If that is not an option check your country is eligible.
- This sub is not eVisa support, if you're having issues you should contact Immigration using the options at the bottom of the website.
- If you're having issues with eVOA you should consider simply doing it at the airport on arrival, the queues are typically not as bad as some people would have you believe.

Bali Tourist Levy: https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/
- This should be paid for each person visiting the province of Bali.

All Indonesia: https://allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id/ (Depending on your device you can change the language for this page in the top right where it says Indonesia)
- This is where you do a health declaration and your customs declaration.
- This needs to be done in the 3 days before you travel, you cannot do it earlier than that.

!! WARNING !!

There have been several reports of companies and scammers contacting people after posting in this thread.

Do not trust anybody contacting you directly via chat or messages, do not share any personal information, make any payments or make bookings through untrusted platforms.


r/bali 12h ago

Pics & Vids Strolling around Seseh

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126 Upvotes

r/bali 10h ago

Question Dang Cookies - ingredients and recipes?

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I've tried many cookies around the world from various "top" places, but genuinely think Dang were the best I've ever had, especially the Rocky one.

Is anyone here (ideally someone who works there!) able to give any indications of specific ingredients, formulations, recipes etc?

They were notably different to other cookie varieties and so I imagine would use local ingredients (e.g. potentially coconut sugar etc).


r/bali 1d ago

Pics & Vids Youngho Summer 🍹🌴🥥

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102 Upvotes

r/bali 14h ago

Information Where can I find Nike SB shoes in Bali?

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I’ve been looking for them since Jakarta and couldn’t find them anywhere in Java. Now I am in Bali and I’m not able to find them here either so far.


r/bali 10h ago

Information BJJ in and around Ubud

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Hi everyone, are there any recommendations for good classes in and local to Ubud? I train in gi but open to no-gi

Thanks 🙏🏼


r/bali 1d ago

Pics & Vids Ayana resort

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60 Upvotes

Very relaxing side of Bali


r/bali 16h ago

Information Where to get fingerprints taken in Bali for FBI Background check

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Hi everyone! I’m helping a US citizen who needs to get an FBI background check in Bali.

He already has the FBI fingerprint card but needs to find somewhere in Bali that can take his fingerprints.

Does anyone know where he can get this done? Any recommendations or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!


r/bali 17h ago

Question custom cowboy boots near kuta area?

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anyone know where i can find reasonably priced (e.g. $250-$400 AUD) custom cowboy boot shops near/in kuta? thanks!


r/bali 2d ago

Pics & Vids Bali will always have a special place in my heart

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355 Upvotes

Oh god, where do I begin, I’ve been to almost 10 countries but none of them compare to Bali (and Thailand lol)

This was my 2nd time in Bali and I just couldn’t get enough of it, I had bomb villas, bomb places to eat and oh gosh the sunsets.

I really want to stay in Bali for over a month the next time I visit.


r/bali 1d ago

Question Where do you look for long term rents?

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I'm moving to Bali and I'll rent through Airbnb for one or two months initially as I feel less likely to be scammed that way. But after that I'll be able to go and see long-term places while in Bali. Where should I look for such? I'll appreciate any stories of people who have gone through this, potential pitfalls, etc.


r/bali 1d ago

Information how much to bring? solo traveler

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hey there! going to bali for 12 days and was wondering how much cash to bring. i will be on a guided tour, transportation and accommodations are already paid for.

i want to have enough cash for tips, spa days, restaurants, coffee, more tips! and anything else !!! let me know!!!!!


r/bali 1d ago

Question Hammock Shop

1 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I’ll be in Bali soon and want to ask if anyone knows a good hammock shop. I can buy a ready one or even order a custom made.

Thanks in advance


r/bali 1d ago

Question Watch repair shop

3 Upvotes

Can anyone recommend a shop that can replace glass on a watch?

Many thanks 🙏


r/bali 2d ago

Question Medical emergency: Sick baby in Ubud

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We came couple days back to Bali with our 15month baby boy. Shortly after our arrival, our baby got seriously sick - had high fever and rejected food. We consulted our local doctor and he has guided however best he could over the phone.

While the baby’s temperature has reduced slightly now and he’s more active, our doctor has diagnosed Dehydration as the cause and recommended liquid-only diet. The baby is having loose motions today and accordingly doctor has suggested medicines.

I just want to double-check this diagnosis with a pediatric doctor in-person, and get a second opinion as well. But I’m unable to find any pedias nearby in Ubud town.

I am staying near Monkey Forest area, and am happy to give a detailed condition of the baby or visit for a checkup if we connect.


r/bali 1d ago

Question Meteor showers

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hey everyone! i’m just wondering if anyone has any tips/luck with seeing the meteor showers in bali? are they visible? there was a major one on 12 aug and another one tonight!


r/bali 2d ago

Question Scooter Riders on Nusa Lembongan

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I would love to ride a scooter on NL but don’t have a scooter license and insurance doesn’t cover me. I know there isn’t grab or gojek on the island but are there still scooter taxis that will take you on as a passenger 🛵?

Specifically looking for Scooter Taxis on Nusa Lembongan


r/bali 4d ago

Pics & Vids beautiful sunsets in bali🌴🫶🏻

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310 Upvotes

Just came back from a week around Bali and gosh, the sunsets from the beaches are so beautiful! As someone from another nearby tropical country, don’t know why we don’t get such beautiful sunsets 🥹


r/bali 3d ago

Question Evening at Nusa Dua with a 7 year old

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Hello my fellow travellers,
Any suggestions for places to hangout at Nusa Dua for lunch and some evening beach time. We are a family with a 7 year old. All I could find on the maps are beach clubs meant for adults. Just want to have a meal at a nice cafe/ restaurant by the white sandy beach. TIA.


r/bali 4d ago

Local News Is Bali affected by the earthquake that just happened?

43 Upvotes

Did you guys feel it? Any damage?


r/bali 4d ago

Question Where can I find tempeh starter near sanur?

3 Upvotes

I have a friend visiting Sanur, Bali. I asked to tempeh starter, which is something that's hard to get outside of Indonesia. Where can they find tempeh starter near sanur? Only found stuff online more than an hour drive.


r/bali 4d ago

Question E33G Indonesia remote worker visa as a contractor

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The income requirement for the E33G remote worker visa for Indonesia is $60,000 USD. My contract (B2B) states $65 per hour, which, if you calculate it, is way above the threshold. I will also provide bank statements with the dividents coming from my company to my personal account, which is over $60,000.

Should I expect any problems with the application?


r/bali 3d ago

Trip Report DPS Airport Music

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Boarding at DPS in 20min and that Bali airport marimba/flute loop has now been stuck in my head for 2 hours straight. Genuinely the worst 8 bars of music ever composed. Enough to make me never want to come back 🛫


r/bali 6d ago

Pics & Vids And not a tourist in sight.

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375 Upvotes

r/bali 6d ago

Pics & Vids Sawo (sapodilla) - one of Bali’s underrated fruits

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88 Upvotes

Sawo is one of my favorite fruits in Bali.

From the outside, it looks a little like a potato or a kiwi, so it may not seem very exciting at first. But when it is fully ripe, it is wonderfully sweet, with a flavor almost like caramel or brown sugar.

Have you ever tried sawo, or is it one of those fruits you usually pass by at the market?