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TRAVEL TIPS

WHEN TO GO LANGUAGE
Bali has a tropical climate and is warm and humid Bahasa Indonesian is the official language, however
all year round. May to September is the dry season English is widely spoken, particularly in major
with slightly cooler temperatures. October to April is tourist areas.
the green season and is warmer and more humid.
TIPPING & ETIQUETTE
Bali’s peak surf is during the dry season when the Tipping is not customary; however a token of
west coast provides the best waves, while the green appreciation is always welcome.
season brings great waves to the east coast. When visiting any religious site, ensure you dress
conservatively and avoid wearing short skirts,
VISAS & PASSPORTS shorts above the knee, singlets or sleeveless
A valid passport is required with at least six months blouses. A sarong and sash are usually available
validity beyond the intended stay. A visa is not for hire at most sites. Remember to remove your
required for stays of up to 30 days. Travel advice is shoes before entering a temple. Balinese culture
available from the New Zealand Government Ministry is unique, so take some time to learn about the
of Foreign Affairs and Trade at safetravel.govt.nz. varying customs and requirements.
SHOPPING
BALI TOURISM FEE From the moment you reach Bali, you’ll be
On 14 February 2024, a Bali Tourism Fee of astounded by the sheer variety of goods on offer.
IDR150,000 per person will be implemented. At local markets and shopping centres you’ll find
Payments can be made in person on arrival into the real bargains. Bargaining is accepted just about
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport or at Benoa everywhere except in supermarkets, department
Harbour. Alternatively, payment can be made stores and hotels.
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT online via the Love Bali website or mobile app
ATTRACTION prior to arriving in Bali. Ask your travel agent for ELECTRICITY
FERRY further details. 230V 50Hz. Two round pin plug. An adapter is
required.
TIME
NYEPI DAY
Bali is four hours behind New Zealand Standard Nyepi is a Balinese ‘Day of Silence’ celebrated
Time (NZST). on 29th March 2025. The day is honoured by no
activity, no traffic, no fires and a total day of silence
CURRENCY across the island. There are no arrivals or departures
The local currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). to the island of Bali on this day.
BALI SEA
Menjangan Island TEMPERATURE & RAINFALL
• Singaraja Bali J F M A M J J A S O N D
• Pejarakan • Lovina Temperature (max ºC) 29 30 30 32 33 31 31 31 31 31 31 30
•
Gilimanuk Mt Catur Mt Batur Average rainfall (mm) 90 90 90 70 70 50 40 40 50 60 70 90
• •
Lake Buyan Kintamani • Lake
BALI Bantur
STRAIT Lake Tamblingan
• • Tulamben
Penelokan Mt Agung • Amed Gili Islands Medana
• Negara • • Lake
BALI Pura Besakih • Segara Anak
Teluk Kodek • Mt Rinjani
(3726m)
1HR 45MIN (Ferry Port)
Candidasa
• Ubud • Senggigi •
Tabanan • Padangbai • 2HR 30MIN LOMBOK
LOMBOK STRAIT Mataram •
Pura Tanah Lot
Canggu •
Seminyak • Denpasar City Nusa
Java Lembongan
Legian • Sanur • • Praya
Kuta • •
Nusa
South Kuta • Serangan (Ferry Port) Penida Lembar •
Ngurah Rai International Airport • • Lombok International Airport 
Jimbaran • • Tanjung Benoa 20MIN ALAS STRAIT

Uluwatu • • Nusa Dua
• Ungasan
Kuta
• • Mandalika
INDIAN OCEAN

Taman Tirtagangga, Water Palace 7