Bali the exotic island belonging to the Indonesian Archipelago is a tourist hot spot. The idyllic destination with its beach culture and laid-back vibes can be explored through several modes of travel. Scooters, buses and cycles are some of the options that help you to beach hop, visit the temples and explore the forests. Read on to learn more about how to get around Bali.

The Daredevil Moped Ride to Bali's Iconic Temple | Image via unsplash

The cheapest mode of transport in Bali, mopeds are not for the faint of heart. But if you are up to the challenge hop in one and enjoy zipping around the island. Fast and economical rides, and mopeds can take you along the rustic beach roads, gravelly lanes of forests and lush paddy fields and are a good immersive mode of transport to feel like a local. The hazard is not having the skills to manoeuvre your way around the traffic, and hubbub of some streets in Bali, not a problem though if you plan to stick to the coastal roads and use them only for exploring. You can rent one or hire one to ride tandem, which is a safer option. Mopeds are available for a variety of transport solutions including airport drops.

A few rules to keep in mind when traveling via moped are: Wear a helmet as they are legally needed, if you are pulled over for a traffic violation you are not under obligation to give money to the local police as this is a common practice, a law has now been passed making it illegal for any officers of the law to ask motorists for money. You will need an international driver’s license and skills to drive like a local. The streets in Bali are some of the best in the region but they are overrun by bikers and its survival of the fittest. Lastly, avoid following shortcuts on Google Maps as some roads are extremely narrow and you can end up falling into a ditch somewhere. Make yourself an itinerary of places of interest to visit in Bali by exploring helpful sites such as well-known places.

There are a few apps you can download to hail a taxi ride in Bali, and they are cheap and a safer option Plus you have your fare upfront so the possibility of getting scammed is slim. Some of the more popular taxi apps are Grab, Gojek, and Go Life. Grab offers the most competitive rates. It’s best to order your rides early if you plan on traveling at peak rush hours, doing so you can avoid long waits until you find a taxi that’s free. Fares can be paid by credit cards which means you don’t have to deal with cash.

The Bluebird taxi service is often used by tourists and locals as they run on meters. Other taxis can be less reliable and may overcharge you. The Bluebird service operates blue-colored taxis with the name written on the side of the vehicle, look for these signs to avoid getting into any blue taxi that will not run on a meter which means you may end up paying any rate the driver asks you for. Bluebird is available via the app and accepts credit card payments.

You can hire a car and driver in Bali for special trips. Hires for around 6 to 10 hours are available and are one of the safest modes of transport. This option is popular amongst tourists wanting to explore the sites leisurely minus the rush. And also, for avoiding the nail-biting moped rides. Hired cars are ideal for long trips, as they are safe and comfortable.