Can you get around Bali without a scooter?

Public buses are the most common form of transport for islanders without their own wheels. Buses connect most Balinese towns, but if you are making a long journey across the island, you are likely to have to make several changes, and it can be time consuming.



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Our 5 tips how you can explore Bali without a scooter
  1. Organize a private driver. ...
  2. Use the app Grab: You often read that Grab is forbidden in Bali. ...
  3. Walk a lot: In most cities in Bali you can walk comfortably. ...
  4. Travel with others: Look for like-minded people, for example in your accommodation, and make a day trip together.


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The best way to get around Bali is with a hired car and driver. This option gives you the freedom of roaming around the country without the hassle of having to drive yourself. Biking is another option, just be prepared to weave through chaotic traffic.

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In Bali, the best way to get around is with your own transport, whether you drive a car, hire a driver or ride a bike. This gives you the flexibility to explore at your own pace and allows you to reach many places that are otherwise inaccessible.

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The best way to get around Bali is with a hired car and driver. This option gives you the freedom of roaming around the country without the hassle of having to drive yourself. Biking is another option, just be prepared to weave through chaotic traffic.

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The town is known for its laid-back atmosphere and friendly locals, and the crime rate is low. However, it is always important to take the usual safety precautions, such as avoiding walking alone at night, not carrying large amounts of cash, and being aware of your surroundings.

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The good news is there are many options. Most travelers are satisfied with either a bemo (chartered vehicles with driver) or taxi (metered). Travelers will hear the world Bemo, bemo, bemo or Transport transport all over Bali. If the vehicle has a taxi meter, travelers should insist that the meter must be turned on.

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The best way to get around Bali is with a hired car and driver. This option gives you the freedom of roaming around the country without the hassle of having to drive yourself. Biking is another option, just be prepared to weave through chaotic traffic.

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When planning a trip to Bali, I recommend planning to spend at least 5 days in Bali. However, 10 days to 2 weeks would ultimately be best, allowing you to explore everything the island offers. You can also go for as little as 3 days, but you can only visit one location.

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The Indonesian island of Bali is banning tourists from renting motorbikes. The new rules - part of a crackdown on antisocial behaviour - come after a series of traffic offences by foreigners. Visitors will be encouraged to rent cars instead. As tourists, [you should] act as tourists,” Governor I Wayan Koster said.

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In Bali all foreigners are also required to have an international license (IDP) on them while driving around. You can get this in your home country or you may also get an issued license from the police here in Bali.

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Bali by scooter or car If you're thinking of travling on your own, it's better to ride a motorcycle instead of a car in Bali, due to the road conditions (there are roads with so many potholes that it is more convenient to avoid them with the scooter) and the price of rental cars in Bali.

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Most people will tell you that renting a car in Bali is not necessary. It's definitely not a common thing to do for tourists since there are other more convenient transport methods available. The vast majority of travellers will rent a scooter, or if they're not confident drivers, hire a private driver instead.

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Getting around on the tiny island is never a real problem, and there are plenty of modes of transport available to the traveler. Walking is the most basic way of getting around villages, beaches or resort areas.

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By the end of this article, you should know that there is no Uber in Bali. But visitors need to fret not, Uber alternatives such as Grab and GoJek can solve your transportation worries and more! So make sure you download the apps before you get your flight to Bali!

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The best way to get around Bali is with a hired car and driver. This option gives you the freedom of roaming around the country without the hassle of having to drive yourself. Biking is another option, just be prepared to weave through chaotic traffic.

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Bali is Indonesia's most expensive tourist destination and one of the most expensive places to travel in Southeast Asia. There is almost no public transportation, and supermarket prices aren't dissimilar to what you'd find at home.

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Most visitors wear shorts and sandals when entering the palace ground. Therefore there is no specific dress code. However, because you are entering a royal site with Balinese customs, it's a good idea to wear a sarong and shawl when entering the Puri Saren Agung Ubud area.

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There are mosquitoes in Bali, and in Ubud. In fact the only time I've been bitten is in Ubud in Arys Warung where I had an expensive but average meal, so the mossie bite was the icing on the cake. Take sensible precautions, use mossie repellant; if you're sitting outside your room, burn mossie coils.

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If you're trying to make the most of your limited time in Bali, I would say YES – 4 days in Ubud is enough. Ideally, you'd spend a week or two in Ubud truly getting to know the area and the local culture.

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