Getting around Bali is relatively easy. You can easily wave for a taxi on the streets of Bali's major beach resort areas. For more convenience, you can rent or charter a car. Some budget ways to travel in Bali include public buses and you can also ask your concierge for shuttle transfer services.
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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.
Gojek is an Indonesian app that is very similar to Grab and focused on transportation with scooters in south Bali. This app can be an excellent option for backpackers and solo travellers who are already used to this form of transport. This app allows you to get around without planning your trip in advance.
Grab is Asia's Uber, and GoJek is Indonesia's version. However Grab is available in Indonesia, and seems to have won over, with branded drivers and branded pickup spots, and the convenience of one app for all of Asia.
When asked for, taxis are easy to call from your hotel front desk, or information counters at major shopping malls, restaurants and venues. Most Bali taxis are metred, so you won't need to worry about getting a fair price. Some have English-speaking drivers, making it easy to call from your mobile phone.
Gojek, best-known for riding with a scooterGojek is an Indonesian app that is very similar to Grab and focused on transportation with scooters in south Bali. This app can be an excellent option for backpackers and solo travellers who are already used to this form of transport.
Many places in Bali will accept card payments, which can be the most convenient way to pay. However, it's not an option everywhere so having some cash is also a smart move. Get a travel money card to make ATM withdrawals locally on arrival in Bali, and so you don't need to carry too much IDR cash at any one time.
Tipping isn't considered an obligation but it's valuable as a form of gratitude. In Bali, there are many local drivers with warm smile and great hospitality.
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.
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.
UK passport holders must hold a visa to go on vacation to Indonesia, including to the island of Bali. Visa requirements also apply to British children. Every traveler needs a separate online visa for Indonesia, even infants and children included on their parent's passports.
The international inter-bank rate (that you will get if you exchange your money before entering Bali) tends to be better than the rate you will get when using a local money changer once you have entered Bali, so it is better to be prepared if you can!
Use Your Phone as a CameraBe sure your “mobile data roaming” is turned off before you land in Bali to avoid coming home with a large data bill. It is helpful to download apps such as Whatsapp & Messenger to make calls and send messages back home while accessing the free wifi.
When you arrive in Bali, you can easily pick up your SIM card at XL Axiata Booth at the International Arrival Hall of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport which is open 24 hours every day of the week for SIM card pick-ups. The Indonesian Government requires some personal info as a requirement to activate SIM cards in Bali.
Well, I might say I always use Grab application, never disappoint me so far. However, Grab is banned in some certain locations in Bali, so I'd suggest you to call to the driver first and organize the safest meeting point. In addition, I agree that Blue Bird is a reliable company in Bali for taxi.