20 FAQs about Bali Q1 When is the best time to travel to Bali?

A1 May-September.

Bali's climate is a tropical island climate. The climate is hot all year round, with an average temperature of about 28°C throughout the year. The rainy season is from October to March of the following year, and the dry season is the rest of the year. April (the month after the rainy season ends) is the hottest season in Bali, and May to September is cooler. This is the best season to travel to Bali.

Bali's regional weather conditions, except for slightly lower temperatures in the central mountainous areas and higher temperatures in the seaside areas, most other areas have sunny and hot weather. Q2 Is there a time difference between Bali and China?

A2 There is no time difference between Bali and China.

Bali and China both belong to the East Eighth District and are in the same time zone. However, the local time in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, is one hour behind Beijing time. The concept of time does not need to change much after the past. Q3 How to apply for a visa to travel to Bali?

A3 Bali is a visa-free area. You can just leave with a white passport and a ticket. However, the passport must be valid for more than 6 months. You can stay in Bali for one month. After getting off the plane in Bali, you only need to stamp an entry stamp at the exit. Q4 What things cannot be brought into Bali when entering Bali?

A4 Firearms; drugs; pornographic materials; Chinese printing and pharmaceuticals; transceivers and wireless telephones (walkie-talkies); films, pre-recorded audio tapes, compact discs, VCDs, and DVDs must be screened by the censorship committee; yes Bring foreign currency and checks, but the amount of foreign currency exchange is not allowed to exceed Rp 100.000.000 (one hundred million rupiah). Q5 How to book air tickets for traveling to Bali?

The cheapest A5 direct flight is Garuda Indonesia from Shanghai, but it is not necessarily that cheap. If you don’t fly directly, there are more choices. You can compare which one has the lower price. Generally, AirAsia is more economical and you can buy it directly on the official website.

PS: Air tickets are affected by the seasons. Air ticket prices will not be low during the peak tourist season. It is recommended to make travel plans in advance. According to the survey results of Momondo, a British air ticket comparison website, buying a ticket 53 days in advance is more expensive than buying a ticket on the day of departure. The price is 26% cheaper. Based on this result, the booking time can fluctuate up or down. Q6 How to book a hotel in Bali?

A6 can be booked on agoda.com, booking.com, and some major domestic travel websites. Q7 How is the voltage and power supply in Bali different from that in China?

The voltage of A7 is the same as that in China, 220V. The plug in China has a flat head, while the plug in Bali has a round head. It is recommended to bring your own converter, which is about 20 yuan on Taobao. However, most hotels can borrow converters at the front desk. Q8 What are the must-have items for traveling to Bali?

A8 Sunscreen, sunglasses, toiletries, slippers, swimsuits, mosquito repellent, commonly used medicines (gastrointestinal medicines, cold medicines, band-aids, etc.), socket converters.

Friendly reminder:

1. Although Bali is very sunny, the humidity there is relatively high, and it is not easy for underwear to dry after washing, so it is recommended to prepare more changes of clothes. Otherwise, wearing wet clothes will be very uncomfortable (the average temperature in Bali throughout the year is around 27 degrees, so just bring summer clothes).

2. Most bathrooms do not have toilet paper, so remember to prepare it yourself. Q9 What is the local currency in Bali? Can US dollars or RMB be used?

A9 The local currency is Indonesian rupiah (Rupiah, abbreviated as RP). Currently, 1 yuan is equivalent to about 2,000 rupiah. The U.S. dollar is also widely used.

PS: In general, accommodation, chartered cars, and travel agency excursions are mostly quoted in US dollars, while shopping, eating, and tipping are mostly quoted in Indonesian rupiah. Q10 Is it cheaper to change money at home or in Bali? Can I use a credit card to exchange money in Bali, or do I need to bring RMB cash to exchange?

A10 Indonesian rupiah can be obtained in two ways:

1. Exchange it with US dollars at the exchange point

2. Use UnionPay card to withdraw money at an ATM

RMB is not easily convertible directly, and the exchange rate is very poor. It is best to exchange US dollars at home and then exchange them for Indonesian rupiah locally. Exchange is available at airports, hotels, and banks, and there are many exchange points on the streets of cities and towns.

Exchange tips:

1. The exchange rate of Indonesian rupiah fluctuates greatly. After arriving at the airport, check the exchange rate of the day first. If it is at a high level, you may wish to exchange more.

2. The exchange rate at the airport is generally lower than that in urban areas. You can exchange a little less first, which is enough for one or two days.

3. If there is “No commission” on the exchange rate notice board at the street exchange point, it means there is no handling fee.

4. The exchange rate of large denominations of US dollars is higher than that of small denominations.

5. Count the items in person when redeeming, and do not change hands through others.

6. It is best not to carry US$100 banknotes issued in 1996, as they may be rejected.

If you want to withdraw money, it is recommended to use Hua Xia Bank Card. Hua Xia Card: The first overseas withdrawal every day is free of charge, and each subsequent withdrawal is 12 yuan.

But only the handling fees of domestic card issuing banks are waived. It is unknown whether foreign banks charge handling fees. This is mainly related to the policies of local banks.

For consumption, it is recommended to use UnionPay card. Because UnionPay cards directly use RMB to convert the exchange rate into the local currency, that is, there is only one exchange rate. However, some merchants do not have UnionPay POS. In this case, they can only use visa cards or Master cards. Visa or Master use US dollars to convert the exchange rate into the local currency. , and then use RMB to convert the US dollar exchange rate. Q11 What is the consumption level in Bali?

A11 As a popular tourist destination in the world, Bali’s consumption level is not high. However, during the peak tourist season of July and August and around Christmas, hotel room prices will mostly rise, sometimes even as high as 50. % or more, the average daily budget ranges from 300-1300 RMB. Q12 Is it necessary to tip in Bali?

A12 It is customary to tip in Indonesia: tour guides and drivers tip about US$5/person/day; for airport or hotel porters, it costs about Rp1,000 to move a piece of luggage; for hotel waiters, it can A tip of Rp5000-10000 is given depending on the service; for restaurant waiters, the tip is 10% of the bill. If a 10% service charge has been added to the bill, sometimes an additional 5% tip is required (not for group dining) ).

PS: Most hotels add 10% tax to the bill that already has a 10% service charge. In restaurants that do not impose a service charge, a typical service tip is 5% to 10% of the total bill, depending on the service and type of establishment. Q13 Is it necessary to buy insurance when traveling to Bali?

A13 Bali is a place with very beautiful scenery and a tourist destination that many people yearn for. However, there will be various unpredictable risks during the trip to Bali, such as flight delays and lost documents. , accidental illness, traffic accidents, lost luggage and other risks. Therefore, it is very necessary to purchase appropriate insurance and comprehensive international travel insurance. Q14 How to solve the problem of Internet access when traveling in Bali?

A14 It is recommended to rent a portable wifi on Taobao.

SIM card

There are many types of SIM cards in Bali, such as SimPati, IM3, Mentari, and ProXL. SimPati is the largest local telecommunications company and the card with the best signal. There are shops on Taobao and local roadsides that sell various SIM cards, and the prices are basically the same.

Rent portable wifi

You can rent it at the airport or Taobao. It is recommended to rent it on Taobao. It is relatively cheap, about 20 yuan a day.

Enable international roaming

I have never recommended it. The price is relatively expensive, the local tycoons are free, and the network environment is not very stable. Q15 Is the local public security in Bali good?

A15 The security in Bali is pretty good, and people in places with strong religious beliefs are relatively friendly. Moreover, it is a tourist area, so there won’t be any big security problems, so you can travel with confidence; like Nusa Dua , something happened many years ago, and security is very strict now. There are security guards when entering Nusa Dua. The security of each hotel is even stricter, and the entire vehicle needs to be inspected before being released.

Emergency call:

Emergency call: 112

Fire: 113

Police: 112

Ambulance: 118 Q16 Is Bali suitable for traveling with children?

A16 There is a very good wildlife park in Bali. The interior is like a rain forest. The environment is very good and there are many kinds of animals. It is very suitable for children. There is also an elephant park where you can watch elephants bathing and crows. There are many macaques in the Bu's Sacred Monkey Forest. They look very cute and are loved by children. You can also enjoy rafting on the Ayung River, which is exciting and safe. Finally, there is a water park on Kuta Beach with a long rafting waterway. , as well as exciting water slides, are all good parent-child places, very suitable for parent-child travel. Q17 What language is spoken in Bali?

A17 Balinese is the local language and Indonesian is the national language. Because it is a resort, a large number of Japanese and Korean people from Europe, Australia and Asia visit it every year, and English is generally spoken. Q18 What are the customs or taboos in Bali?

A18 Bali belongs to Indonesia, and Indonesians are taboo on passing things or food with their left hand.

When walking, pay attention to the sacrificial supplies on the road and be sure not to step on them. Local people often place sacrifices at their doorsteps. Some things that we think are ordinary things on the street, such as trees, are also used as sacrifices to gods, so sacrificial supplies are often placed on the streets.

Don’t touch other people’s heads, even children. This will offend Hindus.

Do not enter the temple wearing shorts or skirts. There are salons and belts available for free borrowing at the entrance of the temple, but appropriate donations should be made.

Do not enter Hindu temples. Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter, so don't be driven by curiosity and refuse even if you are prompted to do so.

When locals kneel down to pray, do not stand in front of them. It would be extremely rude to say the least, anywhere.

When visiting a local’s home, you must take off your shoes when entering the room.

Q19 How to solve the transportation problem when going to Bali?

A19 Bus in Bali Bus tours are available in several larger towns. Shuttle Bus is a reservable bus. You can negotiate the price, bus time and location in advance, which is more convenient.

PS: It is recommended to take the Perama Bus, which is a good friend of backpackers. Cheap, clean, and good service. Very formal, give a receipt, and use the ticket to take the bus. There are many arrival points, including airport/kuta/ubud/sanur/bedugul/lovina, etc. You can request a car to pick you up from the hotel, which costs about 10KRp each time.

Renting a car is the main way to travel in Bali, because the distances between attractions are long and many locations are relatively remote. The price of an air-conditioned 4-seater car for a day is about US$35, and the tour time is about 8-10 hours. If the time is long, you should make it clear in advance and negotiate the price. After the tour, tips should be paid based on satisfaction with the driver's service, generally 50,000 dong/day.

Taxi taxis in Bali come in blue, green, orange and white colors, representing different taxi companies. The most famous taxi company is Bluebird with a blue car body. The car has a good brand, sufficient air conditioning, and the driver has a good service attitude and speaks good English. There are few intentional detours or overcharging. The starting price is 5,000 Indonesian rupiah. . Next is a green or orange car (but the cost may be 10% more). Negotiate the price before taking a white car.

PS: The starting price of a taxi is 5,000 dong, and every kilometer exceeding the starting price is charged 2,000 dong. Taking a taxi between Denpasar City and various beaches in southern Bali will cost approximately 25,000-50,000 dong.

Motorcycles/Bicycles are the main means of transportation for local residents, and the rental fee is 10,000 dong per day. Renting a bicycle costs about 12,000 dong to 18,000 dong per day, but you can measure your physical strength in the hilly areas of central Bali. The coastal roads in the north are more suitable for long-distance single riding journeys. Q20 What are the recommended delicacies in Bali?

A20 Satay (sate or satay), banana leaf chicken (Betutu), mixed vegetable rice (nasi campur), coconut rice (nasi betutu), roasted pig rice (babi guling), shrimp crackers, Grilled corn (jagung), coconut juice, avocado juice, as well as the more famous Ubud’s roast suckling pig, dirty duck (Dirty Duck), grilled pork chops, Jimbaran’s seafood barbecue, Kuta’s seafood basket + butter milk It is highly recommended in the past.