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Destination wedding in Indonesia: a guide for your guests

Bali weddings mean clifftop villas, rice terraces and temples. The trip is long for most guests, so many stay a week or more and make a holiday of it.

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Where to get married in Indonesia, from your guests' point of view

Bali

Uluwatu, Seminyak & Ubud · best April to October

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

  • Getting there: Ngurah Rai International (DPS). Seminyak is 30 minutes away, Uluwatu 45 minutes, Ubud 1.5 hours.
  • Car needed: Not usually
  • Activity prices: Budget-friendly
  • Group favorites: ubud day tour: rice terraces, monkey forest and waterfall; mount Batur sunrise trek; uluwatu temple and Kecak fire dance

Things to do · Weekend itinerary · Where to stay · Welcome dinner

Good to know for guests in Indonesia

  • 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.
  • Group dinners: Beach seafood dinners in Jimbaran and private villa chefs are popular group options.
  • Power plugs: Type C and F plugs, 230 V.
  • Entry rules: Passport and visa rules depend on nationality. Ask guests to check their own government's travel advice early.

Comparisons

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Questions couples ask

When is the best time for a wedding in Indonesia?

Bali: April to October.

Do wedding guests need to tip in Indonesia?

Many restaurants add a service charge. Otherwise around 5 to 10% is appreciated.

What time is dinner in Indonesia?

Dinner from about 7 to 9:30 pm.

What currency and plugs do guests need in Indonesia?

Indonesian rupiah (IDR). Carry cash for small warungs. Type C and F plugs, 230 V.

What should guests budget for a wedding in Indonesia?

Flights and accommodation are usually the biggest costs, followed by meals and activities. Our free destination wedding guest budget calculator adds it all up per person and per day.

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