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Things for wedding guests to do in Bali

Clifftop temples, surf beaches, rice terraces and jungle spas. Distances look short but traffic is slow, so guests should stay near the venue.

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☀️ Relaxed things to do

10hGreat for groups$$$

Ubud day tour: rice terraces, monkey forest and waterfall

Tegallalang rice terraces, the Sacred Monkey Forest and a jungle waterfall swim.

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4hGreat for groups$$$

Uluwatu temple and Kecak fire dance

A clifftop temple at sunset, followed by the hypnotic Kecak dance.

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2.5hGreat for groups$$$

Balinese massage and spa ritual

Traditional massage, flower bath and scrub. The best recovery after the wedding.

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10hGreat for groups$$$

Private driver for a custom day

Your group picks the stops: temples, a coffee plantation, local warungs or the beach.

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🍷 Foodie things to do

5hGreat for groups$$$

Balinese cooking class with market visit

Shop at a morning market, then cook a full Balinese feast.

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3hGreat for groups$$$

Ubud street food tour

Babi guling, satay and Balinese sweets with a local guide.

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🧗 Adventure things to do

8hGreat for groups$$$

Mount Batur sunrise trek

Hike an active volcano in the dark and watch the sunrise from the top.

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5hGreat for groups$$$

Ayung River white water rafting

Grade 2 to 3 rapids through a jungle gorge. Fun for first-timers.

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11hGreat for groups$$$

Nusa Penida island day trip

Speedboat to Kelingking Beach, Angel's Billabong and Broken Beach.

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9hGreat for groups$$$

Snorkel with manta rays

Swim with giant mantas off Nusa Penida. Conditions vary by day.

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2hGreat for groups$$$

Surf lesson for beginners

Learn to stand up on gentle waves with a patient instructor.

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4hGreat for groups$$$

ATV ride through jungle and rice fields

Muddy trails, villages and a river crossing.

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Where wedding guests should eat in Bali

Tasting menu$$$

Locavore NXT

Ubud

Indonesian ingredients in a creative tasting menu.

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Modern Indonesian$$$

Hujan Locale

Ubud

Easy, very good Indonesian cooking in central Ubud.

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Suckling pig$$$

Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka

Ubud

Famous Balinese roast pig. Lunch only.

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Crispy duck$$$

Bebek Bengil

Ubud

Crispy duck in pavilions over rice paddies.

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Seafood$$$

Sardine

Seminyak

Bamboo pavilion facing a private rice field.

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Indonesian$$$

Merah Putih

Seminyak

Stunning dining hall with dishes from across Indonesia.

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Italian$$$

La Lucciola

Seminyak beach

Sunset cocktails on the beach, a long-time favorite.

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Beach club$$$

Potato Head Beach Club

Seminyak

Daybeds and pools. Book a section for the group.

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Bar, grill$$$

Single Fin

Uluwatu

Clifftop surf bar with the island's best sunset view.

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Seafood$$$

Menega Café

Jimbaran Bay

Grilled seafood on the sand at sunset. Good for big groups.

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BBQ ribs$$$

Naughty Nuri's

Seminyak

Sticky pork ribs and strong martinis.

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Fish$$$

Warung Mak Beng

Sanur

One dish only: fried fish and fish soup, since 1941.

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Where to stay

  • Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan $$$
    Ubud. Jungle valley resort above the Ayung River.
  • Alila Villas Uluwatu $$$
    Uluwatu. Clifftop villas with private pools.
  • Komaneka at Bisma $$$
    Ubud. Calm hotel over a river valley, walking distance to town.

Getting around

  • Traffic is heavy. Allow twice the time a map suggests.
  • Hiring a private driver for the day is affordable and the easiest way to see the island.
  • Grab and Gojek apps work in most areas, though some villages do not allow app pickups.
  • Many guests rent scooters, but accidents are common. A driver is safer.
  • Bring a sarong for temple visits, and carry cash for small warungs.

Arriving

Ngurah Rai International (DPS). Seminyak is 30 minutes away, Uluwatu 45 minutes, Ubud 1.5 hours.

Good to know for guests in Bali

  • Currency: Indonesian rupiah (IDR). Carry cash for small warungs.
  • Tipping: Many restaurants add a service charge. Otherwise around 5 to 10% is appreciated.
  • Dinner time: Dinner from about 7 to 9:30 pm.
  • Power plugs: Type C and F plugs, 230 V.

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Questions guests ask about Bali

When is the best time for a wedding in Bali?

April to October is the most popular season. Clifftop temples, surf beaches, rice terraces and jungle spas. Distances look short but traffic is slow, so guests should stay near the venue.

How do guests get to Bali?

Ngurah Rai International (DPS). Seminyak is 30 minutes away, Uluwatu 45 minutes, Ubud 1.5 hours.

How do guests get around Bali?

Traffic is heavy. Allow twice the time a map suggests. Hiring a private driver for the day is affordable and the easiest way to see the island. Grab and Gojek apps work in most areas, though some villages do not allow app pickups. Many guests rent scooters, but accidents are common. A driver is safer. Bring a sarong for temple visits, and carry cash for small warungs.

What can wedding guests do in Bali as a group?

Good group options include ubud day tour: rice terraces, monkey forest and waterfall, mount Batur sunrise trek, uluwatu temple and Kecak fire dance, balinese cooking class with market visit. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.

Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Bali?

Yes. Our Bali wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.

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