As we already know apart from the many beautiful places to visit, Bali is also a big place and requires you to have transportation to get around Bali. but you don’t need to worry because here, you will be explained how you can travel comfortably while in Bali if you are a first-time traveler in Bali.
Rent a Motorbike
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Renting a motorbike is one of the businesses that are very popular and you, as a first-time traveler in Bali, have to try this transportation. Using a motorbike can be an option as a form of transportation for you getting around in Bali because, with a motorbike, you can explore or reach your destination in Bali quickly, and also the cost of renting motorbike transportation is very cheap. How about the gas price? The price for filling up gasoline for motorbikes is very cheap, with a price range of around IDR 12,000.
Renting a motorbike in Bali offers affordability, but before you commit, make sure you master motorbike riding and hold an international driver’s license. With a motorbike, you gain the freedom to explore the island at your own pace and access sights and places that many tourists typically overlook.
However, keep in mind that the longer you rent transportation in Bali, the more the price drops. A week-long scooter rental offers a lower daily rate compared to the standard daily price.
In Ubud, you can rent a scooter for 80,000 to 100,000 IDR per day, or get a weekly rate of 450,000 to 550,000 IDR.
Canggu provides scooter rentals at 75,000 to 100,000 IDR per day, with weekly rates ranging from 450,000 to 550,000 IDR.
In Uluwatu, scooter rentals can be pricey. We suggest looking for a rental company in Jimbaran, where prices are significantly better. While Uluwatu renters may charge up to 100,000 IDR per day, we found a scooter in Jimbaran for 70,000 IDR daily or 420,000 IDR for a week.
However, there are things you need to pay attention to when you ride a motorbike, namely:
1. always wear a helmet getting around Bali
The first thing to note is that you still have to wear a helmet. This will also be useful to reduce the risk of an accident when riding a motorbike. And also when you get caught by the police if you don’t wear a helmet. you will be arrested or fined and the fee will drain your wallet, which is around IDR 300,000. So, keep wearing a helmet for your safety while in Bali.
2. Do not ride a motorbike while drunk
Driving while in a drunken state is the most prohibited thing by everyone. Maybe when you are in your country, it is very common, however, when you are in Bali, don’t drive when you are drunk. So how do you avoid that? When you really want to go drunk, you can just rent a taxi or use other transportation. So, don’t bring a vehicle that you have rented.
3. Get an international driving license when getting around Bali
Apart from not forgetting to wear a helmet and driving drunk. An international driving license is very important for you to get because, without an international driving license, you will get a ticket from the police because you don’t have an international driving license. Don’t worry, getting an international driving license is very easy and the local police are also very fast in taking care of international driving licenses for travellers who are in Bali. So, don’t forget to take care of an international driving license before riding.
Get Some Online Transport Apps
It’s the same as in your country. In Indonesia, there are also online transportation applications, namely Gojek and Grab. These two online transportation in Bali applications are the most widely used in Indonesia. Use Wifi or the local internet that you have purchased and then, install the two applications for transportation in Bali. What about the prices of these two applications? Is it cheap? Regarding the two prices for this online transportation application, it is very affordable with your wallet, which is around IDR 15,000 per trip and the driver will also bring a helmet for you.
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Get a Rental Car
You can get this car if you have cash. Do so by giving them the option to travel on their own. If you don’t trust people who rent cars, you can visit a small company that provides car rentals. If you rent from a small company, you will get the advantage of unlimited mileage even to the ins and outs of Bali. However, maybe the obstacle is only the cost of fuel which you have to manage yourself. The price for car rental is around $20 per day or IDR 300,000 per day
Before you set off in your vehicle, ensure you carry all necessary registration documents (Surat Tanda Nomor Kendaraan Bermotor or STNK, vehicle registration certificate) along with any insurance paperwork. Maintain constant vigilance while driving on Bali’s roads. Expect local drivers to often ignore the right of way, necessitating sudden stops or evasive actions to avoid accidents. At night, you’ll likely meet motorcycles and bicycles without lights, worsened by poor street illumination. Drivers commonly overlook traffic signals, leading to frequent accidents. Vehicles have left-hand steering. Although the national speed limit reaches 70kph, it might be difficult to find areas where you can legally drive at this speed.
However, you have to pay attention to this fact in Indonesia. The car’s steering wheel is on the right. So, when you have trouble with facts in Indonesia, you don’t need to worry because you can also hire a driver transportation in Bali.
Rental Car with Private Driver
Choosing to rent a private car with a local driver presents an excellent solution for those prioritizing comfort and ease. This option not only frees you from the complexities of navigating unknown roads but also brings the benefit of a driver ready to spontaneously guide you. Your driver will enrich your travels with intriguing insights into Balinese culture and guide you to hidden gems you might otherwise overlook. In areas like Kuta, Seminyak, Ubud, and Nusa Dua, you’ll find plenty of travel agencies and hotel desks offering these car rental services with a private driver. Alternatively, you can explore online travel services that feature car rental options with a driver for Bali. Booking ahead is advisable, particularly during the island’s peak tourist seasons.
There’s price for it:
Half Day (Around 5 hours): IDR 475,980
Full Day(Around 12 hours): IDR 872,630
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Getting Around Bali: Conclusion
Bali is a very large place and indeed you have to use transportation while you go to Bali Nusa Dua. How about a place to live, do you have plans to stay while you are in Bali? We have recommendations for you to stay while in Bali. Namely SADARA Resort. Why do we recommend you this place? Because this Sadara Nusa Dua Hotel is in a strategic place and makes it very easy for you to get around Bali so it won’t burden your transportation costs.
Check out SADARA resort’s facilities and room packages for you to relax after spending your days in Nusa Dua Bali. And don’t forget to read our other Bali Travel Blogs too. Have fun in Bali!