Bali (Benoa)
Country: Indonesia · Region: Southeast Asia · Currency: Indonesian Rupiah
Bali is Indonesia's most visited island destination, known as the "Island of the Gods" with mountainous terrain, sandy beaches, lush rice terraces, and a unique Hindu culture. It offers world-class diving and surfing, diverse cultural attractions, and accommodations ranging from budget to ultra-luxury options.
Top sights
Ubud (art and dance center with museums and monkey forest), Uluwatu Temple (cliff-hanging temple), Tanah Lot Temple, Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, Mount Batur (active volcano), Nusa Lembongan (surfing and diving)
Things to do
- Ubud
- The center of art and dance in the foothills with several museums, the monkey forest, and arts and crafts shops.
- Uluwatu Temple
- A can't-miss cliff-hanging temple on the Bukit Peninsula with daily Kecak dance performances.
- Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
- Located in Bedugul with pretty lakes in the mountains and surrounding botanical gardens.
- Mount Batur
- An active volcano in Kintamani offering stunning mountain scenery and cooler temperatures.
Beaches
- Kuta
- Surfer central and the most heavily developed area in Bali with lots of shopping and nightlife.
- Nusa Dua
- An enclave of high-end resorts and a long, golden sand beach.
Where to eat
- Jimbaran
- Close to the airport with seaside resorts, a nice sheltered beach, and seafood restaurants.
Bars and nightlife
- Seminyak
- Quieter, more upscale beachside area with fashionable upscale restaurants and trendy designer bars and dance clubs.
Forecast for Bali (Benoa)
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Weather in Bali (Benoa) by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F | 77°F | 11.4 in | 26 |
| February | 84°F | 76°F | 11.9 in | 26 |
| March | 85°F | 76°F | 8.4 in | 25 |
| April | 85°F | 76°F | 5.9 in | 21 |
| May | 84°F | 77°F | 3.9 in | 19 |
| June | 83°F | 76°F | 3.6 in | 17 |
| July | 81°F | 75°F | 3.1 in | 17 |
| August | 81°F | 74°F | 2.2 in | 17 |
| September | 83°F | 74°F | 2.6 in | 16 |
| October | 85°F | 75°F | 3.5 in | 17 |
| November | 85°F | 76°F | 7.6 in | 24 |
| December | 85°F | 77°F | 10.3 in | 26 |
Getting around
Taxis, car rentals, and motorbikes are available from the cruise port, though traffic is common especially in Kuta, Legian, and Seminyak areas; walking can sometimes be faster than driving for short distances.
What to eat
Try fresh seafood restaurants in Jimbaran, and sample local Balinese cuisine at various restaurants throughout the island; canang sari offerings reflect the island's spiritual food traditions.
Tips
Allow extra time to reach your ship due to traffic congestion, especially when leaving Kuta, Legian, and Seminyak areas; watch for one-way streets that may require longer routes.
Best for
Beaches, surfing, diving, Hindu culture
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