Do you need DEET in Bali?

50% deet is more than enough, it's lethal stuff! You should always spray your room in a morning before you go out for the day, under bed, behind curtains and wardrobe. The dengue mosquitos are a daytime insect. Spray your room also before you go out at night.



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Mosquito's and Bugs Mosquito borne diseases found in Bali include dengue fever, chikungunya and zika virus. Whilst there are vaccines for Japanese encephalitis, mosquito avoidance is the only way to prevent many of these diseases.

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DEET offers important protection, but must be used safely. Here are some tips: Apply insect repellents according to label directions, only to exposed skin. If the label recommends applying the chemical to your clothing, be sure to follow the instructions.

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No, you don't need to take a mosquito net to Bali with you. Many hotels already have them, or otherwise they use mosquito coils or similar. If you really need one, or want one, they are very plentiful and very cheap to buy in Bali - but then you need the frame too, don't you?

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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Make sure all meat and seafood is thoroughly cooked (not raw or rare)
  2. Avoid the following foods while travelling: Sushi. Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream. ...
  3. Water: Don't drink tap water. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth. ...
  4. Hygiene: Wash your hands after using the toilet.


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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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Yes, masks are still required in public across Bali, and resort employees adhere to the policy, though mostly let guests decide for themselves.

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Yes, our Expedition 100+ DEET Insect Repellent spray remains compliant and available for sale in the UK and Ireland.

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