How To Get Around In Bali

 If you do not want to splurge on tours offered by hotels in Bali, there are plenty of transportation options that would get you to your destination in Bali. However, travelling around on your own in Bali can be a tiresome affair if not properly planned. You may also encounter shady brokers, among other honest transportation providers. Here are some insights into what you can expect when it comes to getting around in Bali.

By taxis

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Riding a taxi in Bali is pretty much the same as everywhere else. Unfortunately, some taxi drivers may try to trick you by claiming that their taxi metres are broken and even by taking a longer route to your destination, even if they have functioning metres. What you can do is to find out the best route for your destination beforehand and possibly get a map from the front desk from your hotel in Kuta Bali the likes of Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali. The Blue Bird Taxis have gained an excellent reputation as reliable and honest taxi operators in Bali. However, taxis may be limited to Southern Bali, so you'd have to look for other travelling options if you're planning to travel beyond that. The usual flag-down rate of a taxi in Bali may fluctuate around IDR 7,000 and a bit less than that for each added kilometre. You can also download taxi-hailing apps such as Grab, which is similar to Uber to hail taxis. However, you may need to check whether these rides are allowed on your particular destination as some regions in Bali only allow traditional taxi drivers to cross its boundaries.

Rent a car

If you've got money to spare, hiring a car in Bali is the best option as you can drive by yourself to many off the beaten path destinations in Bali that many transportation services would refuse to go. Rent a car from a reputed company, and your travelling would only be limited by your budget. However, if you aren't used to right-hand side driving or panic easily when other drivers don't abide by road rules, then finding someone else to do the driving would be your best bet. Unlike taxis, which are limited to the southern portion of Bali, you can drive a car in any part of the island. If you leave the high expenses aside, hiring a car is advantageous as it would give you immense freedom to design your own itinerary and adjust it whenever you want, depending on the needs of you and your loved ones. Car rentals are available in Bali at a rate of 20 USD per day.

By renting motorcycles or bicycles

With Bali's notorious driving practices and road conditions, you should probably think twice before heading out on your own on a two-wheeler. However, if you're a good rider and up for a little challenge, you can rent a motorcycle or a scooter to explore the winding roads of Bali. It would be best if you've got proper travel insurance to produce in case of emergencies. You can look forward to renting a motorcycle anywhere in Bali at a rate of 4-10 USD, depending on other services offered. Renting a bicycle would let you explore Barley at a more relaxed pace, and it's also an environment-friendly way of travelling around. However, cycling is generally limited to country roads, and it is advised to stay off main roads for safety purposes. One can also join organised bike tours that cater to the varying levels of bikers from all walks of life. Bicycles for personal adventures may cost around 2.50 USD per day, and an organized cycling tour may cost more as it would include meals, safety gear, and return trips to your hotels.

Ride a Bemo

If you're touring Bali on a budget, travelling by Bemo, a minibus that is operated on fixed routes of the island, will work well with you. These fixed routes run all over Bali and are the cheapest way to get around Bali at around IDR 5,000 for short distances. However, some of these buses would try to overcharge you if you're a foreigner, so better be on your guard for such situations.