Bali is the most visited tourist destination. Most of foreign tourists also definitely plan a vacation to Bali when they visit Indonesia. Then what about you? Are you planning a vacation to Bali in the near future? If the answer is yes, prepare all your travel needs in detail. Especially if you choose a vacation without using the services of a tour guide or travel agent.

Going on vacation with or without a guide will be equally enjoyable. The difference is, a vacation without a guide will be more challenging. Imagine, you can prepare everything yourself and make your own itinerary. Well, if you plan a vacation to Bali without a tour guide, check the tips and information below to prepare all your exciting holiday equipment.

1. Pay attention to the time of departure 

Determining the time of departure is the beginning of the adventure. After getting various information about promo tickets and so on, pay attention to your departure time and the tourism situation in Bali. For example, does your vacation time include high season? Besides, what time will you arrive in Bali?

During the school holiday season, usually, Bali will be crowded by local tourists. These times are referred to as high season. Next, because mountains and beaches are the main destination for tourists to Bali, you should also pay attention to the season. In December to February for example, the rain will fall with high intensity. So, you should know the tourist attractions that are suitable for the rainy season.

Arrival time in Bali is the second important thing to note if you use air transportation. So, you can determine the right transportation to depart from the airport to the inn. Some hotels offer pickup services for their guests. However, you can also take a taxi from the airport to where you stay.

2. Make a complete itinerary

The complete plan contains the time, place, and budget that will be spent during a tour in Bali. So, be sure to make a plan according to your needs. From the day of arrival to the day of return, determine your activities and food to eat while you are there.

3. Choose a strategic place to stay

Staying at a strategic place will make it easy for you to access tourist attractions. Well, the easier the access, it means the smaller the budget for transportation. For example, you only need to walk if your place to stay is only less than 1 kilometer to enjoy the beautiful terraces in Tegallalang.

4. Check various food menus as well as price rates

Balinese cuisine has distinctive flavors: the spicy taste and complete seasoning. When you make a plan, look for as much information about the food you want to taste as well as the price range. Don’t forget to bring your personal medicines to keep you healthy during your vacation in Bali.

5. Enrich information about cultural values and special rules

Bali has a rich culture, which means look for as much information about the values, cultural forms, and special rules held by the local community.

Hopefully the five tips above can help you in planning your trip. Happy holidays and have fun.