Bali on a Shoestring Budget: A 3-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kuta Beach
    26 minutes (7.9 km) from Ngurah Rai International Airport

    Kuta Beach is a great place to start your Bali adventure. The beach is known for its surfing and sunsets and it's surrounded by affordable restaurants and shops. Take a surfing lesson or rent a board for yourself and catch a wave. Afterward, watch the sunset with a refreshing drink in hand.

  2. Day 2: Ubud Market and Monkey Forest
    1 hour 9 minutes (33.0 km) from Kuta Beach

    Ubud Market is the perfect place to find souvenirs to bring back home. Bargain for traditional Balinese artwork, batik clothing, and jewelry. Afterward, head to the Monkey Forest, where wild monkeys roam the grounds. Just be careful with your belongings as the monkeys are known to snatch them.

  3. Day 3: Tegenungan Waterfall
    51 minutes (19.1 km) from Ubud Market

    Wrap up your Bali trip with a visit to Tegenungan Waterfall. The waterfall provides a refreshing break from the island's heat and hiking trails in the area offer great views of the lush surroundings. Entrance fees are affordable and the waterfall is open until 5 pm.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kuta Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Surfing lessons at Kuta Beach (1-2 hours, 150,000 IDR/$10.50 USD)
  • Ubud Market (1-2 hours, prices vary)
  • Monkey Forest (1-2 hours, 80,000 IDR/$5.50 USD)
  • Tegenungan Waterfall (1-2 hours, 20,000 IDR/$1.50 USD)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 400,000 IDR/$28 USD

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Bali's temples, such as Pura Taman Ayun or Uluwatu Temple. If you have less time, skip Tegenungan Waterfall and spend more time at Kuta Beach or Ubud. Remember, it's important to be respectful of Bali's culture by dressing modestly when visiting temples.

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