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De Bali à Flores (Indonésie) English translation pending
by PackerBack · 2005-01-26 · 4 replies
Bonjour à vous

Quel est le meilleur moyen d'aller de Bali à Flores s'il vous plait ? bateau j'imagine. Mais comme on imagine parfois mal...

Merci !
Singapour / Bali: visa? English translation pending
by Zeb · 2004-12-08 · 8 replies
Bonjour,

Après mon coyage en Thaïlande, je serai 10 jours à Singapour. Comme je ne compte rester que 3-4 jours dans la ville, je souhaiterais aller faireun saut en Indonésie.

Est-ce qu'il faut un visa pour aller en Indonésie?

Si oui, est-ce une démarche longue et laborieuse ou une simple formalité qu'un agent de voyage peut faire?

Merci

Zeb
Singapour - Bali par Java English translation pending
by PackerBack · 2004-09-21 · 3 replies
Salut à Tous, je prépare une balade pour 2 de Singapour à Bali et je voudrais savoir quel est le mieux à faire pour traverser Java. Avion ? train ? bus ? mix des 3 ?

Merci à +
Singapour-Bali, c'est long? English translation pending
by Napoléon · 2004-08-06 · 7 replies
D'apres vous quel est le meilleur moyen pour aller a Bali en partant par Singapour (j'ai un petit budget)

Merci
De Bali à Lombock English translation pending
by Mur · 2004-06-17 · 13 replies
Bonjour Nous partons du 23 juillet au 10 aout pour Bali (11j) et Lombock (5j) j'ai bien étudié tous vos messages et j'ai préparé un itinéraire suivant vos indications, merci à tous, mais il me reste quelques questions : Quelqu'un pourrait-il me conseiller sur la meilleur façon de rejoindre Lombock, soit par Padangbai en ferry, soit par Benoa en hydroptère, entre ces 2, quelles sont les différences en temps et en prix? et autres ? faut-il retenir ses places la veille ou au moment du départ, y a t-il toujours de la place ou bien y a til des heures à éviter? j'ai pas trop envie d'y aller en avion, mais y a t-il un intérêt (prix, temps ?) quant-on arrive sur Lombock, le plus sympa : moto, bémo ou voiture afin de faire le tour de l'ile ? et une ch'ite dernière, nous espérons passer quelques jours sur Gili Air, vaut-il mieux réserver des chambres ou cela n'est pas nécessaire? bien sur si vous avez d'autres conseils de tout ordre à me donner je prend...... merci d'avance à tous ceux qui voudront bien m'aider
Indonésie: Bali et Flores en trois semaines? English translation pending
by Kedja · 2004-05-03 · 9 replies
Bonjour à vous tous, Je pars 3 semaines en Indonésie (arrivée à Bali) en juin prochain et je souhaiterais vos conseils de voyageurs quant aux destinations suivantes : Bali, Florès, voire sulawesi (en 3 semaines, est-ce trop chargé comme programme ?). je recherche le contact avec les habitants, la nature, les randos, la plongée sous-marine et je souhaiterais pouvoir être hébergée chez l'habitant ou à défaut dans de petites pensions bien chaleureuses. Avez-vous des pistes et des conseils d'itinéraire à me donner ? Toutes vos suggestions sont les bienvenues ! Je vous remercie ! Kedja
Sumatra, Bali, Lombok ou Flores? English translation pending
by Rastad · 2004-04-24 · 4 replies
BONJOUR A TOUS NOUS SOMMES UNE FAMILLE AVEC 3 ENFANTS ENTRE 12 ET 4 ANS ET NOUS PARTONS POUR 4 SEMAINES EN INDONéSIE NOUS AIMONS LA MER LA FORET LE SNORKELLING QUELS SERAIT LE MIEUX POUR CEUX QUI CONNAISSENT CES RéGIONS CAR NOUS HéSITONS ENCORE MERCI D'AVANCE
Le Bali Tropic English translation pending
by Richel · 2004-04-09 · 8 replies
Bonjour tout le monde,

J'ai l'intention d'aller me reposer et faire de la plage à Bali. Est-ce que quelqu'un connaït

l'hôtel le Bali Tropic? Merci à l'avance, Richel
Short stop in Bali: stay in Denpasar or go to Ubud?
by Cerelinde · 2026-04-05 · 32 replies
Hi everyone,

This September, my partner and I are heading to North Sulawesi for 3 weeks. Our international flight is with Malaysia Airlines, departing from Paris. We have a layover in KL, then fly to Denpasar, followed by a domestic flight from Denpasar to Manado. We land in Bali Denpasar on 05/09 around 12:00 PM, and our flight to Manado is on 07/09 at 1:30 AM. The plan was to have at least one night (from the 5th to the 6th of September) between our international flight and our flight to Manado, just to recharge a bit since we're not 20 anymore 😛. My question is, given the very short stop in Bali (a day and a half), is it better to stay in Denpasar rather than go to Ubud for the night? I’ve been to Bali before, and from what I remember, even though the distances are short, transfers take a long time because of the extremely heavy traffic—but I was there in July, not September. I’m not sure if that makes a big difference? If the answer is "it’s better to stay in Denpasar," are there any nice places to visit? There’s very little feedback about the city since tourists usually don’t stick around. Thanks in advance for your replies.
Boat from Bali Padangbai to Lombok Senggigi
by Caty47 · 2026-03-28 · 6 replies
Hi there, We're planning our trip to Indonesia and want to take the boat to get from Bali (Padangbai) to Lombok (Senggigi). We found a ticket via the 12go.asia website with EKAJAYA Fast Company. From what I understand, the baggage weight limit is 20 kg per person for the boat. However, we’ll have 2 checked suitcases (from our flight) that should weigh around 30 kg since that’s the max allowed due to our diving gear, etc. Do they actually weigh the luggage? What happens if our bags exceed the weight limit? Extra charge? Have any of you dealt with this situation before?
Sumatra and Bali in 20 days: possible with kids?
by Lamborot · 2026-01-21 · 16 replies
Hi there, we're planning our vacation in Indonesia. We're a family with two kids aged 11 and 14. We leave on July 26th and return on August 17th, 2026.

We initially planned to visit Bali, Komodo, and Flores, but after looking into it more, we came across Sumatra, which is less touristy... a real plus for us. However, skipping Bali might be a shame.

I was wondering if spending 12 days in Sumatra and finishing with about 7 days in Bali is a doable plan.

Thanks for your feedback!
Naturist center in Bali
by Desmersdusud · 2025-12-15 · 1 reply
Hi there,

I saw on the naturist vacations website that there’s a naturist center in Bondalem. That site doesn’t seem to have been active for a long time. Do any of you know it? Is it still open? Thanks for your replies,

Best regards,
Travel companions for Bali, Lombok, Gili, East Timor, and the Moluccas Islands
by Kimberley131 · 2025-12-11 · 0 replies
Hello,

I’m leaving between December 15 and 20, 2025, for about three months, with a first stop in Bali—but as short as possible because it’s way too touristy 😅

I’d like to head to the Moluccas Islands via East Timor. And also see what comes up along the way—Lombok, Gili, Flores… As this little route unfolds, nothing’s set in stone or booked in advance 😊

The advantage of Timor and the Moluccas is that the climate is different from the rest of Indonesia, so less rain.

Nothing’s fixed or booked ahead—just going with the flow, following encounters, everyone’s desires, and enjoying places that aren’t too touristy yet.

Beaches, snorkeling, hiking, and chilling out… Just enjoying life, really 😊

Interested? Get in touch—I’d love to chat about it! 😍
Working in Bali
by Mike04 · 2025-12-03 · 1 reply
Hi there, I’ve been living in Bali for a month now, but unfortunately on a VOA visa. I’m looking for a European company that’s set up in Indonesia. I’m in electrotechnical maintenance—air conditioning, cold rooms, 220V/380V electricity. I’ve been a tradesperson for 3 months and can bring my full professional toolkit. If anyone’s interested, let me know! You can send me a message. Best regards,
Anyone in Bali in December? :)
by Nicolas2122 · 2025-11-27 · 0 replies
Hi everyone,

I’ll be in Bali from December 8th to the 29th, traveling solo. If anyone’s interested in exploring the island together for a bit, I’d love that—just drop me a message!

Nicolas
4 weeks in Bali, Java, and Sulawesi
by Isamacha · 2025-11-11 · 4 replies
We’re a couple in our sixties and spent four weeks in Indonesia during October 2025.

First, we got all the necessary documents—Indonesian visa, Bali-specific visa, and customs forms—from specialized Indonesian websites. You *can* get them on arrival, but it takes a lot of time.

Unfortunately, we chose to spend the first six days of our trip in Ubud and Amed, on Bali, which we bitterly regretted. You can arrive in Indonesia without going through Bali—this island is overcrowded with tourists, cars, and scooters, and it’s home to 4,400,000 people despite being smaller than Corsica. The locals are very kind, helpful, and friendly, and the food is good, but everything is geared toward tourists—nothing feels truly authentic. At least in the parts of Bali we visited: Sanur in the south (where we spent three days before flying back to France), Ubud, and Amed. The north of the island might be more interesting, but we didn’t go there.

After Bali, we headed to Yogyakarta, on Java, to explore the city and, most importantly, visit the temples of Borobudur and Prambanan.

It’s like going from a hyper-touristy universe to a world with almost no tourists. When you walk around the city, you barely see any tourists—the people are very approachable and happy to chat. As for Borobudur and Prambanan, they’re an absolute must on this trip. You *can* visit both temples in one day, including seeing Borobudur at sunrise. We split the visits over two days. We booked Borobudur the day before on the official site, which offers specific visiting times. For Prambanan, we bought the ticket and hired a guide on-site.

We spent four days on Java before flying to Sulawesi, also called Celebes. Makassar, the island’s capital, was just a stopover between flights, but we had time to admire the beautiful new mosque at sunset. Then, we spent four days in Toraja country, another highlight of the trip, visiting cemeteries and attending a funeral ceremony with around 600 people near Rantepao. We experienced truly unique and extraordinary moments. Above Toraja country, a few hours’ drive away, lies the Bada Valley and its megaliths—the tallest is 4.8 meters high, and there are about fifteen scattered across the rice fields. We saw five of them. There were a few tourists in Toraja, but in Bada, we were alone. Unforgettable memories, stunning landscapes, and always-smiling, kind, approachable people.

To wrap up the trip, we spent five nights in the Togian Islands, north of the Bada Valley, alone in a resort with three bungalows. The view was a white-sand beach and the nearby coral reef, complete with colorful fish, turtles, dolphins, and sharks.

After eleven nights in Sulawesi, we returned to Bali. Our last nights were in Sanur, a beach town with all-inclusive hotels (we stayed in an Airbnb), restaurants serving beef bourguignon, and tourists who don’t really go to Indonesia—they just go to Bali.

Practical tip: download Grab, the local Uber—it’s super handy. This year, we opted for an eSIM, which is also very convenient. You can buy it in France and activate it when you arrive at the airport.

I’m happy to answer any questions!

PS: Despite my mixed feelings about Bali, it *can* still be a travel destination—but Indonesia has so much more to offer! Marc
Anyone know the provider Bali Rêve?
by Sourisduvar · 2025-10-30 · 6 replies
Hi everyone, I’m trying to make sure this provider is reliable—they organize private tours in Bali with French-speaking guides. I’m currently in touch with them for a 15-day/14-night trip in May 2026. If you’ve heard of them, I’d really appreciate your feedback—it’ll help put my mind at ease (or not...). Looking forward to your replies,
2 days in Bali off the beaten path
by Lolo3412 · 2025-09-11 · 1 reply
Hello, We’re planning our trip for next summer, which will be based in Komodo, then Alor, and back to Bali to catch our international flight. To secure that flight, we’re planning to spend our last two full days (actually 3 nights) in Bali. We’ve already visited Bali twice—first time 30 years ago and the second time 12 years ago—and we don’t want to revisit the must-see spots (and definitely not Ubud; I had a bit of a shock there 12 years ago). What could you recommend for activities and hotel locations? We’re looking for fairly exclusive experiences, not too physically demanding since we’re not as young as we used to be. We’re big fans of good food and beautiful landscapes. Can we find a driver/guide for these two days? Thanks in advance for your recommendations
3 weeks in Bali in 2025
by FamilleUS · 2025-08-22 · 57 replies
We’ve read it all about Bali: mass tourism, non-stop parties, ferry disasters, the kingdom of “Instagrammers,” pollution, “Bali belly”... But luckily, this island isn’t just about Kuta’s beaches and the Lempuyang Temple.

Sure, it’s not as exotic or off-the-beaten-path as other Indonesian islands (the Moluccas, Timor, Flores...), but we spent 3 weeks there and loved it!

Our (planned) itinerary in 7 stops: - Ubud (4 nights) - Sidemen (2 nights) - Gili Meno (3 nights) - Amed (2 nights) - Pemuteran (4 nights) - Munduk (2 nights) - Jatiluwih (2 nights)



We booked our accommodations in advance, and for the rest (drivers, activities...), we took it day by day with help from the homestays (making sure to contact them a few days ahead via WhatsApp).

In the end, it’s an “easy” destination, very affordable, and one that’s managed to keep a certain authenticity.

Must-see places in Bali
by Jenita · 2025-06-05 · 2 replies
Hi, I’m traveling alone with my daughters (9, 8, and 15) to Bali for almost 3 weeks in July. We’re staying mainly in Ubud and Amed. Are there any must-see places and beaches we absolutely shouldn’t miss? Also, any shows or performances worth checking out? I plan to get around using the Grab app—is that enough? Thanks! !
When to go to Bali? September or October?
by Sandrabali25 · 2025-05-08 · 2 replies
Hi there, What’s the best month to visit Bali—September or October? We’d like to do some snorkeling in addition to sightseeing. Thanks!
Renting a scooter in Bali
by Boris44600 · 2025-04-18 · 1 reply
Hi there.

I’m planning to visit Bali at the end of September. I’d love to hear your tips on renting a scooter.

Is it possible to explore the island just using this mode of transport? Are gas stations easy to find? Do I need an international license? (It takes a long time to get one, and I don’t have it yet.) I’ll be staying in Ubud. Any rental places you’d recommend?

Thanks so much!!!
Opinions on Bluebird taxis in Bali
by Boris44600 · 2025-04-16 · 10 replies
Hi there.

I’m planning to explore Bali solo for two weeks. I’m too late to get an international permit... Is it a good idea to get around with Bluebird taxis? Rates, schedules, reliability...

Thanks for your input! !
3-week Bali trip in summer: your thoughts?
by FamilleUS · 2025-02-09 · 4 replies
Time to hit the road again!

Summer seems to be the best time weather-wise for Bali. And since summer’s when we can take a long trip, let’s go for Bali... even though we know it’ll be *packed* with people! So we’ll steer clear of the island’s south...

Our current plan (19 days on the ground, 7 stops): - 4 Nights (3 days) in Ubud 2 days for rice terraces / activities (Tegallalang, Campuhan Ridge, Monkey Forest, Bird Park, coffee plantation, market (?), dance "pestacle," cooking class and/or spa) 1 day with a driver for the Temples (Pura Gunung Kawi, Tirta Empul Spring, Pura Mengening, Goa Gajah...) - 2 nights in Sidemen (1 day for Pura Kehen + Batur Caldera + Pura Besakih and 1 day to relax in the rice terraces) - 3 nights on Gili Meno (Rest and beaches) from Padangbai - 2 nights in Amed (1 day from Padangbai with the Abang rice terrace and Tirta Gangga baths, and the next day a boat tour in Amed) - 4 nights in Pemuteran (1 day for transfer and rest, 1 day to visit Kawah Ijen, and 2 days of snorkeling at Menjangan Island) - 2 nights in Munduk (1 day with the Dayang rice terrace and the 3-waterfall hike, 1 day at Pura Ulun Danu Bratan) - 2 nights in Jatiluwih (1 day in the rice terraces, and on the last day, we’ll stop by Pura Taman Ayun in Mengwi and Pura Tanah Lot before catching our red-eye flight).

Accommodations in homestays or hotels. Transportation to be arranged on-site with the lodgings (?) Boat to Gili Meno to book in advance (?) Kawah Ijen excursion to plan ahead (?)—check with the homestay (?)

Thanks for your thoughts/comments to help us explore this destination...
Transport in Bali for Tirta Empul and Penelokan
by Narayani · 2025-02-02 · 2 replies
Hi there,

I’m heading to Bali at the end of August and I’d love to know if there are any transport options like buses. I’m planning to visit Tirta Empul temple and then make my way to Penelokan. Are there any local transport solutions, or is it necessary to hire a driver?
What's a good Bali itinerary without changing accommodations too often?
by Ema2 · 2025-02-01 · 2 replies
Hi there! I’m heading to Bali for 15 days between July and August. I’d love some ideas for fun itineraries where I don’t have to switch accommodations more than 3 times. I’d like to explore nature, culture, and also enjoy some beach time. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!!
Trip to Bali May 2025
by Jallanne · 2024-12-24 · 0 replies
hello everyone I’d love to take a trip to Bali in May 2025 for about twenty days... I haven’t decided on the type of trip yet, but from what I see, flight tickets alone are expensive... I found some great deals on LastMinute.com. It doesn’t force you to stay in one place—you can move around—so if anyone (or a small group, max 3 people) is interested, thanks for your messages! JO
Java - Bali Trip in Spring
by SLC2012 · 2024-10-14 · 11 replies
Hi there, I’m so excited to reopen the Asia/Indonesia forum! We’ve got a trip planned for spring, and we’re planning to spend a few days on Java before wrapping up in Bali. For Java: Yogyakarta / Bromo / Ijen For Bali: Ubud / Amed See you all on the forum soon!

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