About Bali
The island of bountiful beaches, fascinating scenery, warm people, and ‘yummilicious’ cuisine - Bali is Indonesia’s favourite tourist destination. The island has emerged from an inconspicuous, dormant land, to one of the most sought-after tourism destinations for people from all over the world. If you are a beach bum, and at the same time have a fascination for destinations with a rich culture or are on the look for an affordable vacation to relax in an exotic resort, Bali will surely take care of all your interests. So, don’t think so much! Just go ahead and plan your vacation trip to Bali!
How's the weather in Bali and When's the best time to visit Bali?
Balinese climate is tropical, so it remains hot for most parts of the year. Bali sees the sun for over 12 to 13 hours a day. The months of May, June and July are considered the best time to travel, however, if you are an explorer or a surfer, your plans for visit may change. Bali experiences monsoons from May till September, which again is more a windy time than rainy. Despite this change in temperature, Bali remains sunny for more than half the day. It is advised to check the weather and temperature before planning your trip.
Where should you stay in Bali ?
Balinese climate is tropical, so it remains hot for most parts of the year. Bali sees the sun for over 12 to 13 hours a day. The months of May, June and July are considered the best time to travel, however, if you are an explorer or a surfer, your plans for visit may change. Bali experiences monsoons from May till September, which again is more a windy time than rainy. Despite this change in temperature, Bali remains sunny for more than half the day. It is advised to check the weather and temperature before planning your trip.
What are the best things to do in Bali?
1. Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking
One of the world’s most active volcanoes, Mt. Batur (Gunung Batur) which is 5,633 feet above sea level is one of the most attractive destinations for visitors to Bali. These excursions start from Ubud at around 2 am, so that you can enjoy the sunrise after trekking to that height for over 2 hours. You will also get to enjoy a unique breakfast of eggs that have been boiled with lava-heated rocks. You can club the sunrise trek with white-water rafting on the Ayung River, or opt for the famous coffee plantation tour.
2. Bali Safari and Marine Park
This safari houses over 50 species of fauna, of which many are endangered. Here you can see the majestic Sumatran tiger, white tigers, cheetahs, leopards, komodo dragons, and Sumatran elephants right before your eyes. You can enjoy the famous Elephant Show and get up close with these exotic animals! You can also opt for the night safari, where you get to ride with all the animals.
3. Uluwatu
The popular Uluwatu Temple is a favourite destination for travellers to Bali. Set on the edge of an ocean cliff, the temple offers an incredible view of Bali’s countryside. This temple is also one of the most important structures of Bali. Enjoy the amazing picturesque view of the countryside, while saving your belongings from the notorious Balinese monkeys during your visit here. There is a nominal entry fee into the temple.
4. Waterfall Kanto Lampo
Kanto Lampo Waterfall is a well-known tourist attraction in Bali, located in the Gianyar District. You can get to the waterfall either by motorbike, a tour car or taxi, whichever you prefer. Enjoy the majestic falls, which the locals believe sprang up as a result of the prayers of the villagers. Be sure to carry spare clothes, because you’re likely to get drenched while getting close to the falls.
5. Kuta Beach
This stunning beach is known as Bali’s favourite sunset site, where hundreds of people flock to witness the breath-taking sunset, along with a scrumptious meal of fresh seafood from any of the beach-side cafeterias. Make sure you carry your camera with you, although pictures might not do justice to what you actually see there!
6. Sacred Monkey Forest
Considered a crowd-puller for many tourists, the locals of Bali consider the Monkey Forest as an important spiritual, economic, and educational centre. It is home to over 700 monkeys, close to 200 varieties of trees and a massive forest cover. It not only lets you hear the constant chatter of its inhabitants but gives you plenty of fresh air to breathe!
7. Bali Museum
Bali Museum contains fascinating records of prehistoric and historic objects linked to Bali’s innate local culture, located in the capital city of Denpasar. There is a beautiful temple of Lord Jagannath next to it as well. If history fascinates you, the museum is a must visit.
While planning your trip to Bali, you can look at the various complete Bali tour packages that will give you a taste of all the must-see spots at an affordable price. You can search for the lowest Bali tour packages to suit your pocket as well.
How to reach Bali?
Four major airports in India offer flights to Bali- New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai. You can choose any airline -Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, or Malaysia Airlines for your travel. There are 7 flights weekly from Delhi to Bali, and the travel distance is about 9 hours.
The same applies if you’re flying from Mumbai, Chennai or Kolkata. However, travel time from Kolkata is a lot less as compared to the other cities. Depending on the airline and lay over time, you’ll be in Bali in less than 10 hours. If you book well in time, you’ll land up some very good deals on your flight tickets as well.
How should you plan for Bali?
When you look for Bali package deals while planning your ideal holiday, you should be prepared for the place that you’re going to spend your vacation time at. Although Bali is synonymous with relaxation, great food, diverse culture and exotic beaches, you should be aware that the weather can get very hot and sticky as well. So, pack your bags accordingly! Learning a few key local words can also help you a long way during your visit- such as selamat pagi (good morning), tolong (please) and terima kasih (thank you), to begin with. Also, be careful of Balinese monkeys! They are known for being adept thieves!
What should be an ideal package for Bali?
Visitors to Bali can opt for various packages. From Bali day tour packages to Bali sightseeing packages, Bali 3 days holiday package, Bali 5 days packages, Bali 6 days packages or Bali 7 days packages. You can also opt for Bali group tour packages. The Bali honeymoon packages and Bali package for couples are some of the most sought after. All you need to do is decide your duration of stay, number of people, and budget.
Other places that be clubbed while visiting Bali
You can take a ferry from Bali and visit the famous Java and Sumatra islands. Since none of the flights from India to Bali are direct, you can stay in the country of transfer- e.g., Thailand, Malaysia, or Singapore on your way to or from Bali.
Things you should be aware of while in Bali:
Bali being a beach resort one assumes that you can enjoy being in a relaxing beach wear at all times. But that might land you in some trouble. The Balinese expect their tourists to respect their local culture, so there are a few rules you need to follow. You must be dressed appropriately while visiting a temple, preferably keeping your shoulders and knees covered- for both men and women. In Bali, even some of the high-end bars and restaurants have a dress code which must be adhered to.
Information about visa for Bali:
Visa norms for Indonesia have been made simple for tourists over time. Most Indians visit Bali, or any other Indonesian island for less than 30 days, because the sole purpose is tourism. So, in that case you don’t need a visa if you are an Indian passport holder. You will get a Visa Exemption Stamp at the immigration desk at the airport without any cost. This isn’t a proper visa per se but will allow the officials to track your length of stay. Your passport however must be at least valid for the next 6 months from your day of arrival in Indonesia.
Customize and book the best holiday tour packages for Bali
An ideal way to plan your Bali holiday is to explore the Bali package deals the Travbae way. Travbae not only has cheap Bali packages, it also lists Bali tour packages from India. So, get set to holiday, the Travbae way!
Travbae offers you an array of diligently planned Indonesian adventures, where we take the onus of planning your dream holiday! All the trips can be made to suit your specific requirements or can be customised according to any destination you want to visit, or interest that you wish to cater to. For these customised Bali tours, we will understand your particular interest by arranging a contest for you, after which we will assign you two or three specialist agents, to work in close tandem with you to give you a memorable holiday.
