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Bali holidays

Temples, rice terraces and volcano sunrises, surf beaches and jungle villas — the Island of the Gods, at any pace.

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Overview

Welcome to Bali

Bali packs an astonishing amount into one small island. In a single trip you can watch the sun rise from a volcano, walk through emerald rice terraces, sit in on a temple ceremony, learn to surf and end the day with cocktails on a clifftop. Its Hindu culture is woven into everyday life: offerings of flowers and incense appear on every doorstep each morning, and there is a festival somewhere on the island almost every week.

Ubud, in the green heart of the island, is the cultural capital, with the rice terraces of Tegallalang and Jatiluwih, the Monkey Forest, yoga retreats, galleries and traditional dance. The south is beach country: stylish Seminyak and Canggu, the dramatic cliffs and surf breaks of Uluwatu, the calm, family-friendly beaches of Nusa Dua and Sanur, and fresh seafood on the sand at Jimbaran. The quieter east and north have black-sand beaches, snorkelling and diving at Amed and Tulamben, and the misty highlands of Munduk.

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Bali is also the gateway to more islands: Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan for cliffs and manta rays, Lombok and the car-free Gili Islands a short boat ride away, and Komodo for its dragons. Best for: couples and honeymooners, families, culture lovers, surfers, wellness seekers and anyone who wants beaches and culture in one trip.

From the team

Why we love Bali

Rossella — Travel Designer · Luxury & Destination Specialist

Split your stay: a few nights in Ubud for the rice terraces and temples, then the coast. And get up early at least once. Bali at dawn, before the traffic, is a different island.

Rossella Rossella, Luxury & Destination Specialist Meet our Travel Designers

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Holiday types in Bali

Pick a holiday style — or combine two. Each section links straight to the next step.

City breaks

Bali's cities reward 2-4 nights each — pair two for a tailor-made multi-centre trip.

Ubud

Ubud

The cultural heart of Bali: the palace, art markets, the Monkey Forest and nightly traditional dance.

Cruises

Bali’s port at Benoa is a regular call on South East Asia and Australia cruises, and some voyages from Singapore visit the island. See our cruises from Singapore.

Current offers

Bali holiday offers

Our latest package deals, updated every week. Prices are per person and can change; your specialist will confirm the price and details before you book.

Local tourist or city taxes, where they apply, are paid in resort. When international flights are included, ATOL Protection is included.

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Practical info

Knowing before you go

When to go
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The dry season, April to October, is the best time, with sunshine and lower humidity; July and August are the busiest months. The wet season, November to March, brings heavy afternoon showers but fewer crowds and lusher landscapes.

Flights & how to get there

There are no direct flights from the UK. Most travellers fly via Singapore, Doha, Dubai or Kuala Lumpur, in around 17 to 19 hours. Most hotels in the south are 20 to 45 minutes from the airport, and Ubud is about 90 minutes.

Visa & passport

UK visitors need a visa, usually an e-Visa on Arrival bought online before travel. Bali also charges every international visitor a tourist levy, paid online or on arrival. Check the UK FCDO travel advice for Indonesia for the latest rules.

Currency & money

The Indonesian rupiah (IDR). Cards work in hotels and most restaurants; carry cash for markets, temples and small warungs. Some hotels add service and tax to the bill.

Language & tipping

Indonesian and Balinese; English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Health & safety

Drink bottled water, use insect repellent (dengue is present) and avoid contact with monkeys and dogs because of the rabies risk. Consult your GP about six weeks before you travel and buy comprehensive travel insurance.

FAQs

Bali — your questions

When is the best time to visit Bali?

April to October, the dry season. July and August are the busiest. The wet season, November to March, is quieter, with heavy afternoon showers.

Where should I stay in Bali?

Ubud for rice terraces, temples and culture; Seminyak or Canggu for beach clubs and restaurants; Uluwatu for clifftop resorts and surf; Nusa Dua or Sanur for calm, family-friendly beaches. Many people combine Ubud with the coast.

Is there a tourist tax in Bali?

Yes. Every international visitor pays a Bali tourist levy, usually online before travel or on arrival, in addition to the Indonesian visa.

Can I combine Bali with other islands?

Yes. Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan are a short boat ride away, Lombok and the Gili Islands make an easy two-centre trip, and Komodo is a short flight east.

Is Bali good for families?

Very. Nusa Dua and Sanur have calm beaches and family resorts, and children love the Monkey Forest, rice-terrace walks and water parks.

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Plan your Bali holiday with a Travel Designer

Pick from any of the options on this page or tell us what you have in mind — we'll build it around how you actually like to travel. ATOL protected, flights included, real humans available 9am–7pm.

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