Hey! Doing a DIY trip and need a reality check on my food/hangout spots. I'm looking for "must-try" places that have good non-veg Indian options (specifically looking for great chicken and prawn dishes).
Current List:
Rock Bar & Malini Restaurant (Uluwatu)
Finns Beach Club (Canggu)
Amarta Penida (Nusa Penida).
Hey! Doing a DIY trip and need a reality check on my food/hangout spots. I'm looking for "must-try" places that have good non-veg Indian options (specifically looking for great chicken and prawn dishes).
Current List:
Rock Bar & Malini Restaurant (Uluwatu)
Finns Beach Club (Canggu)
Amarta Penida (Nusa Penida).
Hi everyone,
Travelling to Bali from India from 24 June to 2 July (Nusa Dua → Nusa Penida → Ubud). We’ll be doing a fully DIY trip using Grab, Klook, Google Maps etc. constantly.
Trying to decide between:
Airalo eSIM (Telkomsel network) vs
buying a physical tourist SIM at Bali airport.
Main priorities:
Reliable data in Nusa Penida
Smooth Grab/Gojek usage
Avoiding airport SIM hassle
Easy activation
Questions:
Is Airalo + Telkomsel reliable enough for Bali + Nusa Penida?
When should I activate the eSIM?
Is 10GB enough for 9 days for maps/social media/basic usage?
Any better eSIM options than Airalo currently?
Would love recent experiences from people who visited Bali recently 🙂
Hey everyone!
Planning a trip to Bali for 8 nights/9 days and feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the booking options. I want to make sure I’m using official sites where possible and avoiding any middleman scams.
Would love your advice on the best way to book these specifically:
Activities:
Aloha Swing & Kuber ATV: Is it better to book these directly on their websites or is there a specific WhatsApp contact?
Kecak Dance (Uluwatu): I’ve heard tickets sell out fast. Can I book online, or is it better to just show up early?
Nusa Penida Ferry: Looking for a reliable company for a round trip. Which port/company is the least chaotic?
Finns Beach Club: Booking a table for 2. Is the "minimum spend" still the best way to go, or is there a trick to getting a good spot?
Connectivity & Logistics:
e-SIM: For 9 days, which provider has the best coverage (Telkomsel vs. others)? How much data would you suggest for heavy Maps/Social Media use?
e-Visa: When is the sweet spot to apply? Is the official .go.id site enough, or are there hidden "express" fees I should know about?
Scam Prevention & Reliability:
What are the best alternatives to Klook? I’ve heard mixed things about Gojek/Grab for long-distance vs. private drivers.
Authentic Contacts: Does anyone have a "person" (driver/guide) they’ve used multiple times who is 100% legit? Looking for someone who won't push "commission" shops on us.
Any "wish I knew before I went" tips for these specific spots would be amazing. Thanks in advance!
Planning a trip to Bali in late June and looking for a private driver for about 5-6 days of touring. We’ll be covering South Bali, Nusa Penida, and the Ubud area.
I’m looking for an authentic local contact who is trustworthy and "takes care of everything" (toll fees, parking, etc.) so we don't have to worry about the logistics at every stop.
Has anyone here had a great experience with a specific driver recently? How did you handle the booking/payment (did you pay a deposit)?
Would love to hear any personal stories or contacts you can share! 🇮🇩