GETTING THERE AND AROUND

Car rental is a good option if you travel with a group of friends of family. Avoid large vehicles for Bali narrow and crowded roads. Instead choose a small. Car rental agencies are everywhere in tourist areas. Negotiate the rate and take the time to test drive the car first especially before embarking on a journey around the island. Don't hesitate to pay a bit more for a car in a better conditional it is worthwhile to purchase insurance ( are car rental propose it ) but make sure you understand exactly what it covers.

An international drivers license is required to drive on Bali . You'll also need confidence patience and a degree of luck to negotiate your way around Bali crowded roads at least in urban areas. Things are easier once in the countryside but you can nev er predict when a child or a chicken will try to cross the road. Driving is on the hand side.



If you lack confidence think twice before taking the wheel. Major accident are rare since chances are few to drive over 60km/h. however you may bump into a motorcycle or a pedestrian. If that happened in middle of a village thinks can get nasty Balinese are prone to taking justice in their hands and get very emotional when that or a loved one is hurt. Regardless of whose fault the accident is you be expected to cover hospital bills and car repairs ( practically no one is insured in Bali and most rental car insurance doesn't cover third party liability) in from your hotel manager or better a Balinese friend.

For additional Rp.50.000 a day, most car rental companies will supply you with a driver. Test is driving abilities first and check whether you get along well inform the driver of how many days you plan to travel. If more than a day, you're going to have to pay for his accommodation and food on top of his fee.