Bali is warm all year, with a wetter season from about November to March. Pack light, but don’t forget the few things that are hard to find once you land.
Clothes
- Light cotton or linen clothes
- A sarong and sash, needed to enter temples (many temples also lend or rent them)
- Swimwear, with a cover-up for when you leave the beach
- A light rain jacket between November and March
- A warm layer if you plan a sunrise trek up Mount Batur, as it is cold at the top
Shoes
- Sandals for the beach and villa
- Comfortable walking shoes for rice terraces and treks
Health and sun
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- Insect repellent
- Your regular medicines, ORS sachets and motion-sickness tablets for boat trips
Gadgets
- A universal travel adapter: Indonesia uses two-round-pin sockets
- A power bank for long sightseeing days
Documents and money
- Passport valid for at least six months from your travel date
- Return tickets and hotel confirmations
- Some Indonesian rupiah in cash for markets and small shops; cards are accepted in most hotels
Indian passport holders can currently get a visa on arrival or apply online before travel, and Bali charges a small tourist levy per visitor. We confirm the latest rules before you travel.
This guide is general information and was last reviewed in October 2026.
