Fast Facts Bali!
What is the weather like in Bali?
Bali’s dry season occurs between April and October, with
heat and humidity indexes still high. Monsoon season is between
November and March with January and February being the wettest
months.
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for Bali’s current forecast.
What is required for entry into Bali?
U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport, proof of
onward passage, and sufficient funds.
Are there any health precautions I should take?
Malaria risk exists throughout the year in the whole country
except in Jakarta Municipality, big cities, and within the areas
of the tourist resorts of Bali and Java.
World Health Organization: http://www.who.int/countries/en/#97
What is the currency?
The currency in Bali is the Indonesian Rupiah. One American
dollar equals 9,026.60 Rupiahs. Click here
for the current value of the Rupiah.
Tipping: 10 % in restaurants, Rp 500 per bag for porters
What are the best things to shop for in Bali?
Shop for the Indonesian textile batik, silver, leather crafts,
baskets, cloth, porcelain, tin art objects, wood, ikat, masks,
coffee, tea and honey. Be prepared to bargain for everything!
Start low and expect to meet the seller at least halfway.
Yogyakarta: leather crafts and handbags
made of plant fibers, silver, batiks, and wayang kulit puppets.
Irian Jaya: wood carvings.
Surabaya: Ikat weavings and batik.
What are the voltage requirements in Bali?
Voltage: 127/230 V *Conversion to 230V
in progress; complete in principal cities; plugs C, F, and G.
You will need a voltage converter and plug adapter in order
to use U.S. appliances. We recommend getting a universal adapter
and converter kit. Click here
for more information about electrical standards around the world.
