• There are many books and brochures written about Bali island with the information of interesting places on the island, information of how to get around and where you should go in Bali. Kuta, Seminyak, Kerobokan, Sanur and Ubud areas offer spots interest, recommended restaurants and water sports.

• Fill up the car's tank at the government petrol station in the beginning of your daily adventure. While on the road, an important virtue to have here is patience! Although the road system in the heavily populated areas is in reasonable condition compared to other developing countries, it can be heavily congested at peak periods. Ceremonial processions sometimes occupy the whole one way road so if you are caught behind a procession, enjoy the colourful experience. Roads can also be quite narrow with heavy pedestrian traffic on each side and busy road on the main roads side of the cock fighting events which sometimes happed at the village main road. This invariably tests the reversing skills of many drivers!

• Take note of several important points while driving in Bali. It is not unusual for cars and bikes to swerve into your lane without indication. A system of "sharing lane" has developed because there are often obstacles on the sides of the road, such as parked cars, ceremonial procession and road constructions. Busy hours in Bali start from 6:30am-8:30am and 03:00pm-5:30pm when the workers go and return home.

• Be aware that drivers from side streets often do not look when joining a main road and the larger vehicle is king of the road.

• The red traffic lights are considered to stop for a while but there are a few places where traffic in the left lane may turn straight through whilst the light is red with a sign "Belok Kiri Jalan Terus" meant go ahead to turn left.

• Remember voice the horn when going around curves on mountainous and narrower roads as drivers commonly drive in the middle of the road. There are a lot of one way roads in Bali. If you miss your turn off and may have drive quite a distance before being able to turn back. This has resulted in motorbike riders riding a few hundred meters in the wrong direction. Be alert!

• Ensure the car is locked and parking safely when stopped. Do not leave valuables: passports, jewelry or money out in the car. Although stealing is not a common activity in Bali. It DOES and CAN happen if there is temptation. Car rental and Insurance Company will NOT responsible for items that maybe missing.

• In Bali always expects the unexpected; always keep your eyes open and your mind on driving. Beware of motorbikes! It is best to rent a car with a full insurance as this will save time and money if you are involved in an accident.


Have a Nice Holiday on Bali !