Bali Tours &
Things to Do
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.
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Explore Bali by interest
Whatever brings you to Bali — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Ubud & rice terraces
Jungle swings and monkey forest.
ExploreNusa Penida
Cliffs, beaches and manta rays.
ExploreTemples & culture
Tanah Lot and the Kecak dance.
ExploreMount Batur sunrise
Volcano trek and hot springs.
ExploreATV & adventure
Quad bikes and rafting.
ExploreWaterfalls
Jungle cascades and pools.
ExploreInstagram spots
Iconic photo locations.
ExploreDay trips
East Bali, north and more.
ExploreTop attractions in Bali
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Ubud Rice Terraces
Emerald Tegalalang paddies.
Nusa Penida
Kelingking Beach cliffs.
Tanah Lot
The sunset sea temple.
Uluwatu & Kecak
Clifftop temple and fire dance.
Mount Batur
The sunrise volcano trek.
Jungle Swings
Over the rice terraces.
ATV & Rafting
Jungle adventure.
Waterfalls
Lush jungle cascades.
Bali in 1 day
- 1Ubud rice terraces
- 2Monkey forest & swing
- 3Waterfall
- 4Tanah Lot sunset
Bali in 2 days
- 1Day 1: Ubud & temples
- 2Day 2: Nusa Penida
- 3Cliffs & manta rays
- 4Beach evenings
Bali in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Ubud & temples
- 2Day 2: Nusa Penida
- 3Day 3: Mount Batur sunrise
- 4Culture, coast & volcano
Temples & rice terraces
- 1Tegalalang rice terraces at sunrise
- 2Water temple blessing near Ubud
- 3Tanah Lot on its wave-cut rock
- 4Uluwatu Kecak dance at sunset
Waterfalls & adventure
- 1Sekumpul or Tibumana waterfall trek
- 2Jungle swing over the palm valley
- 3White water rafting on the Ayung
- 4ATV ride through tunnels & rice fields
45 min boat awayNusa Penida
Cliffs and manta rays.
1 hr awayUbud
Rice terraces and culture.
2 hrs awayMount Batur
The sunrise volcano trek.
1 hr awayTanah Lot
The sunset sea temple.
1 hr awayUluwatu
Clifftop temple and Kecak.
2 hrs awayEast Bali
Gates of Heaven and palaces.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Bali visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
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.
Dry season (Apr–Oct)
Sunny and drier, perfect for the islands, beaches, sunrise treks and outdoor tours; July–August is busiest.
Wet season (Nov–Mar)
Hotter and humid with afternoon downpours; greener and cheaper, with rice terraces and waterfalls at their lushest.
Shoulder months
April–June and September–October offer great weather with fewer crowds — ideal for a balance of sun and value.
Peak seasons
July–August and the December holidays are busiest and priciest; book popular tours and Nusa Penida well ahead.
Sea conditions
Nusa Penida boat trips run year-round but are smoothest in the dry season; check conditions in the wet months.
One day
Enough for an Ubud tour and a sunset temple.
Two days
Add a Nusa Penida island trip.
Three days
The sweet spot: Ubud, Nusa Penida, and Mount Batur.
Four to five days
Add east Bali, adventure, waterfalls and beaches.
A week or more
Explore Ubud, the south, the islands and the north at leisure.
Travelling with kids
Mix the monkey forest, waterfalls and gentle rafting at a relaxed pace.
Private driver
Hiring a private driver for the day is the most popular, comfortable way to tour Bali’s sights flexibly.
Scooter hire
Scooters are cheap and popular for short hops, but Bali’s traffic and roads need care and a licence.
Ride apps & taxis
Ride-hailing apps and taxis work in many areas, though some zones restrict them; agree fares.
Boats
Fast boats from Sanur reach Nusa Penida and the Gili Islands; tours include transfers.
Tour transfers
Most tours include hotel pickup, saving the hassle of Bali’s busy roads.
From the airport
Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport is near the southern beaches; Ubud is about 1.5 hours by car.
Book popular tours ahead
Nusa Penida trips, Mount Batur treks and small-group Ubud tours fill up — book ahead, especially in high season.
Indonesian rupiah
Bali uses the rupiah; carry cash for entrance fees, markets and small vendors, though cards work in resorts and malls.
Dress for temples
A sarong and sash are required at temples (often provided); cover shoulders and knees as a sign of respect.
Hire a driver
A private driver makes touring easy and flexible, as distances are long on busy roads.
Start early
Begin Nusa Penida and Mount Batur trips early to beat crowds and heat; sunrise treks start before dawn.
Respect the culture
Bali is deeply spiritual; respect ceremonies, offerings and temple etiquette during your visit.
Nusa Penida trips
Popular Nusa Penida day tours fill up — book ahead.
Mount Batur treks
Sunrise trek places are limited — reserve early.
Ubud tours
Small-group and private Ubud tours are busy — pre-book.
Uluwatu Kecak
The sunset Kecak dance fills up — book ahead.
Rafting & ATV
Adventure tours have limited places — reserve early.
Peak season
July–August and December are very busy — plan and book early.
Nusa Penida trips
Around €40–80 for a Nusa Penida day tour with snorkelling.
Ubud tours
About €25–50 for a private all-inclusive Ubud day tour.
Mount Batur treks
Roughly €35–60 for a sunrise trek with guide and hot springs.
ATV & rafting
Around €30–60 for an ATV or white-water rafting adventure.
Temple tours
About €20–45 for a temple-and-culture tour with the Kecak.
How to save
Bali is excellent value; share a private driver, join group tours, and eat at local warungs.
Bali through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Temples, islands and treks.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Great weather and fewer crowds.
- Best for
- Sunny days and all tours.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Busiest; book well ahead.
- Best for
- Islands and outdoor tours.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely weather; good value.
- Best for
- Lush scenery and deals.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Afternoon rain; greenest months.