Overview
Bali is an Indonesian island known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, beaches and coral reefs. The welcoming nature of the Balinese, the incredible value for money ratio, the vibrant and alive culture, and the year-round pleasant climate make Bali a slice of paradise.
With world-class surfing and diving, a large number of cultural, historical and archaeological attractions, and an enormous range of accommodations, this is one of the world’s most popular island destinations and one which consistently wins travel awards. Bali has something to offer a very broad market of visitors from young back-packers right through to the super-rich. Eighty percent of international visitors to Indonesia visit Bali and Bali alone.
A word of caution: Tourism is the single largest industry in terms of income in Bali and it is very easy to get overwhelmed and scammed if you don’t know your way around. It is highly recommended that you have prior transfers and bookings for most of your trip to have peace of mind
Visa: On Arrival
Best time to visit:
Bali can get very crowded in August and September and again at Christmas and New Year. Outside these peak seasons, Bali can be surprisingly quiet from Feb-May and good discounts on accommodation are often available
Special note: Bali has become famous for its large collection of private villas for rent, complete with staff and top-class levels of service. The range and prices vary according to quality and type, but overall the prices for villas are much cheaper than even corresponding types in India
Planning your trip
A trip to Bali can easily be anywhere from 6-9 days for a general trip taking in the sights and sounds of the islands to longer trips for more specific objectives like diving, surfing, trekking, etc.
There is a huge range of options in Bali from temples to beaches and adventure to night clubs for all kinds of travellers. Whether you are on your first honeymoon or second, or looking for a week of relaxation with your family or even looking for a trip with friends to let some serious hair down, Bali has enough and more for all these types of trips.
Check out the photo gallery for a quick peek into a selection of Bali’s best and call Esha to plan your Balinese getaway now!
