What to avoid eating and drinking in Bali?

Be cautious of food that has been sitting out for too long, and stick to freshly cooked food that is still warm. Bali's tap water is not safe to drink, so stick to bottled water and avoid drinks with ice from unknown sources. To stay safe, stick to whole fruits that you can peel yourself.



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9 Things Not To Do In Bali
  • Do Not Enter The Temples With Your Shoes On.
  • Avoid Drinking Tap Water.
  • Do Not Visit Temples Wearing Revealing Clothes.
  • Avoid Using Your Left Hand For Giving Or Accepting Things.
  • Drug Possession And Consumption Can Land You In Jail.
  • Maintain Decorum During Nyepi.
  • Honking Without Reason Is Prohibited.


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Unless you know it's a reputable venue, salads and raw foods are typically a no-go, as they're often rinsed in tap water. Fruit that has been pre-chopped or packaged is also risky, as there is a greater chance it's been handled.

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To reduce your risks, we recommend not eating these foods in Bali:
  • Food from street vendors - eat at hotels and reputable restaurants.
  • Leafy green vegetables and salads - they could be contaminated after being washed with tap water.
  • Rare or undercooked meats. ...
  • Seafood.
  • Chicken particularly if it's not fully cooked.


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The tap water in Bali isn't recommended for drinking, so avoid it and stick to sealed bottled water. That includes steering clear of more than you might think, including ice in drinks, brushing your teeth with tap water, ingesting water in the shower, and food that has been washed in tap water.

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The water in Bali is perfectly safe to shower in. The same goes for washing your hands. It is not necessary to use purified water to wash yourself.

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CAUSES OF BALI BELLY Scientists have already identified over 20 types of viruses to blame for these bouts, however, Rotavirus is still the most common culprit. Another common one is Norovirus4,5. Keep in mind, with viral gastroenteritis, antibiotics are of no help.

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Bland diet is a way to go, options are those easily digested foods. You can eat soup and stews, bananas, potatoes, rice, bone broth or clear soup, apples and applesauce, also white bread. The key is to consume simple carbohydrates, minerals from vegetables, fiber and salt.

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The rapid expansion of industries such as mining, agriculture, and forestry has resulted in deforestation, soil degradation, and air pollution. Additionally, the country's coastline and marine life have been heavily impacted by plastic waste pollution.

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Most places have drinking ice delivered. So YES, it is safe to have a drink with ice – but if you're worried, just ask.

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The tap water in Bali is hard water, which means it contains high levels of calcium and magnesium carbonates. This can make it difficult to wash your hair (and clothes) properly. So it's a good idea to bring along some shampoo and laundry detergent that is specifically designed for use with hard water.

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Dining Etiquette: Eating with your right hand is traditional, although spoons and forks are popular with the younger generation. The fork is held in the left hand to move food onto the spoon. Hands must be washed before and after eating. The left hand is never used to eat or pass food.

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Do Balinese eat pork? Yes! Pork is important in Balinese food culture and is used in famous dishes like Babi Guling and various satays. In addition to pork, the Balinese people typically consume fish, chicken, or duck.

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Common medicines travellers use to treat Bali Belly Some available treatments include: Electrolyte drinks and powders, like Hydralyte, Gatorade, Pocari Sweat and Lucozade. Gastro symptom reliefs medications like Imodium, Diapet and Gastro-Stop. Pain relief like paracetamol and ibuprofen.

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Bali Belly is another name given to travellers' diarrhoea, which can be caused by consuming bacteria found in contaminated food and water. Always check the travel advisory here when visiting Indonesia. Bali Belly can include stomach discomforts like: Cramping.

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