SO YOU ARE COMING TO BALI

BALI & FAQ

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE AT THIS TROPICAL PARADISE, THERE ARE A FEW

THINGS YOU NEED TO CONSIDER...

CURRENCY:

The rupiah is the official currency of Indonesia. The currency code for the Indonesian rupiah is IDR and

the symbol is Rp. We encourage you to only exchange a minimal amount (approx $100 USD) at the

airport in Bali, as the exchange rate will generally be much better outside of the airport Once you're

here, we can assist you in getting cash out with your standard ATM card or exchange your local

currency into IDR, there are plenty of currency exchange shops on the main streets of Ubud, the bigger

the better, smaller shops charge commission where the large shops don't. Alternatively, many

restaurants also accept Visa and Mastercard, but it's also important to have some cash for the places

that don't. And don't forget to let your bank know that you are traveling overseas!

PHONE:

To use your phone here in Bali, we advise you to get roaming on your phone. We will set a group chat on

Whatsapp " so make sure it's downloaded on your device. Having roaming will allow you to use google

maps to meet up at certain restaurants or any other met up locations. If you would like to get a local sim

card you can do that in many places in town or even at the airport on arrival, this will cost you approx.

$8 USD for around 10GB.

ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT AND VISA:

Passengers from most countries can get a 'VISA ON ARRIVAL' at the Bali International airport. Please

check whether your country is eligible for 'VISA ON ARRIVAL', if not please contact the retreat leader

for actionable steps.

'VISA ON ARRIVAL' costs $35 USD at the Bali Airport, you can pay by cash or you can pay by credit card.

After you collect the VISA, you will go through the Immigration counter. After Immigration you will

head to the baggage collection to grab your luggage.

We will share a website link for Self-Declaration customs form, which you can fill online only couple of

days before your flight. After collecting the baggage, you will got through Customs, you need to show a

QR Code you received after filling the Self-Declaration form at the Customs as a final step.

After passing through the customs, you will walk couple of minutes to reach the reception area where

our team of drivers will meet you with your name on the sign.

Bali International Airport has free WIFI, you can connect to the driver right after you land.

DON'T FORGET TO PACK:

Goodie Bags are provided and have some essentials like, Mosquito Spray,

International Adaptor and Sarong(Traditional dress) to wear for our temple

visits.

Other things to remember:

  • Light clothing - it is hot in Bali!

  • Sunscreen

  • Jacket for cooler evenings

  • Swimsuit

  • Toiletries

  • Tampons/pads etc

  • T Shirt covering shoulders for temples

  • A backpack or day bag

  • Travel Insurance

  • Travel Vaccinations (consult your Doctor) and Covid-19 Vaccine is

    required currently to enter Bali, Indonesia.

WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE AND LEAVE BALI ?

Check in is at 2pm and on most retreats there will be a welcome ceremony and dinner, we

suggest you have a flight that has you arriving in Bali in the morning or before 1pm, this gives

you time to get through customs and make your way to Ubud ready for the dinner. For

departure, we suggest an afternoon flight as you will check out at 12pm and need to get to the

airport, so booking a departure flight anytime after 3pm is recommended. The airport is in

Denpasar, Bali and the name is Ngurah Rai International Airport.

HOW FAR AWAY IS UBUD FROM THE AIRPORT?

Ubud is approximately 1 - 1.5hrs (depending on traffic) away from the international airport. You

will be picked up by one of our drivers and taken to the retreat center, resort or villa.

CAN I ARRIVE AND LEAVE EARLIER?

Yes of course, please let your leader know and we can arrange that for you.

IS THE WATER SAFE TO DRINK?

No, we recommend that you brush your teeth with bottled water, this is always provided. Ice

however is safe and has been for many years now all the restaurant make ice from bottled

water, so smoothies and juices are fine with ice, yummy.

DO I NEED TO TIP IN BALI?

Tipping in Bali is appreciated but not necessary. Most of the time the more up market

restaurants would have already added between 15% and 20% to the bill to cover the 10%

government tax and the service charge for staff. You will see it on the bill, if you don't then by

all means you can tip something small. 20,000 IDR is around $1.20 USD. This is a green note,

50,000 IDR is around $3 USD and is a blue note :)

CAN I HAGGLE ( BARGIN) IN BALI?

Besides boutiques, restaurants and convenience stores, the first price you’re quoted is usually

at least double what the seller will let the item go for, so don’t be afraid to haggle. Some stall

owners will even encourage you to do so by telling you the price they think you should come

back with. Haha, it can actually be quite fun! Rule of thumb if you walk out and they don't

chase you, the price you offered is too low. I like to look at it like, how much would I be happy

to pay and feel it was a bargain, instead of trying to get them down to the lowest price possible.

WHAT IS THE LANGUAGE SPOKEN IN BALI?

Balinese, but most people speak Bahasha Indonesian. Whilst the vast majority of people in the

main tourist areas in Bali will speak enough English to communicate with you, knowing a few

phrases in Balinese or Indonesian will go a long way. The locals really appreciate the effort.

Start with some easy phrases like selamat pagi – good morning, apa kabar? – how are you?

suksma – thanks (Balinese) and terima kasih – thank you (Bahasa). And remember, Balinese is

not the same as Bahasa Indonesia, the official language of Indonesia.

PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO CONTACT US IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.

WE ARE HERE TO MAKE THIS JOURNEY AS STRESS FREE AS POSSIBLE FOR

YOU.