Discover the best Bali tours, the cultural heart of Ubud with its rice terraces, monkey forest and jungle swings, the sea temples of Tanah Lot and Uluwatu with the Kecak dance, the sunrise trek up Mount Batur, the island of Nusa Penida, waterfalls and ATV adventures. Compare top-rated activities and plan your perfect Bali itinerary.



Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
Whatever brings you to Bali — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Jungle swings and monkey forest.
ExploreCliffs, beaches and manta rays.
ExploreTanah Lot and the Kecak dance.
ExploreVolcano trek and hot springs.
ExploreQuad bikes and rafting.
ExploreJungle cascades and pools.
ExploreIconic photo locations.
ExploreEast Bali, north and more.
ExploreThe landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.

Emerald Tegalalang paddies.

Kelingking Beach cliffs.

The sunset sea temple.

Clifftop temple and fire dance.

The sunrise volcano trek.

Over the rice terraces.

Jungle adventure.

Lush jungle cascades.
45 min boat awayCliffs and manta rays.
1 hr awayRice terraces and culture.
2 hrs awayThe sunrise volcano trek.
1 hr awayThe sunset sea temple.
1 hr awayClifftop temple and Kecak.
2 hrs awayGates of Heaven and palaces.
Short, straight answers to the questions every Bali visitor asks before booking.
The dry season (April–October) brings sunny, pleasant weather ideal for temples, Nusa Penida and the Mount Batur trek — the prime time to visit Bali.
Sunny and drier, perfect for the islands, beaches, sunrise treks and outdoor tours; July–August is busiest.
Hotter and humid with afternoon downpours; greener and cheaper, with rice terraces and waterfalls at their lushest.
April–June and September–October offer great weather with fewer crowds — ideal for a balance of sun and value.
July–August and the December holidays are busiest and priciest; book popular tours and Nusa Penida well ahead.
Nusa Penida boat trips run year-round but are smoothest in the dry season; check conditions in the wet months.
Enough for an Ubud tour and a sunset temple.
Add a Nusa Penida island trip.
The sweet spot: Ubud, Nusa Penida, and Mount Batur.
Add east Bali, adventure, waterfalls and beaches.
Explore Ubud, the south, the islands and the north at leisure.
Mix the monkey forest, waterfalls and gentle rafting at a relaxed pace.
Hiring a private driver for the day is the most popular, comfortable way to tour Bali’s sights flexibly.
Scooters are cheap and popular for short hops, but Bali’s traffic and roads need care and a licence.
Ride-hailing apps and taxis work in many areas, though some zones restrict them; agree fares.
Fast boats from Sanur reach Nusa Penida and the Gili Islands; tours include transfers.
Most tours include hotel pickup, saving the hassle of Bali’s busy roads.
Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport is near the southern beaches; Ubud is about 1.5 hours by car.
Nusa Penida trips, Mount Batur treks and small-group Ubud tours fill up — book ahead, especially in high season.
Bali uses the rupiah; carry cash for entrance fees, markets and small vendors, though cards work in resorts and malls.
A sarong and sash are required at temples (often provided); cover shoulders and knees as a sign of respect.
A private driver makes touring easy and flexible, as distances are long on busy roads.
Begin Nusa Penida and Mount Batur trips early to beat crowds and heat; sunrise treks start before dawn.
Bali is deeply spiritual; respect ceremonies, offerings and temple etiquette during your visit.
Popular Nusa Penida day tours fill up — book ahead.
Sunrise trek places are limited — reserve early.
Small-group and private Ubud tours are busy — pre-book.
The sunset Kecak dance fills up — book ahead.
Adventure tours have limited places — reserve early.
July–August and December are very busy — plan and book early.
Around €40–80 for a Nusa Penida day tour with snorkelling.
About €25–50 for a private all-inclusive Ubud day tour.
Roughly €35–60 for a sunrise trek with guide and hot springs.
Around €30–60 for an ATV or white-water rafting adventure.
About €20–45 for a temple-and-culture tour with the Kecak.
Bali is excellent value; share a private driver, join group tours, and eat at local warungs.
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.