Bali charges a tourist levy
Ubud, Ubud, Bali
International visitors to Bali pay a tourist levy, separate from any visa fee. It can be paid online before arrival.
The lesson
Pay through the official channel and keep the confirmation.
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Bali, Indonesia
Bali's inland cultural town of rice terraces, temples and craft villages.
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Ubud, Ubud, Bali
International visitors to Bali pay a tourist levy, separate from any visa fee. It can be paid online before arrival.
The lesson
Pay through the official channel and keep the confirmation.
Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud, Bali
The monkeys in Ubud's forest sanctuary are used to people and quick to grab sunglasses, food and anything dangling from a bag.
The lesson
Put loose items away before entering and don't carry food.
Tirta Empul, Ubud, Bali
Balinese temples expect visitors to wear a sarong and sash. Many lend or rent them at the entrance.
The lesson
Bring your own sarong if you'll visit several temples.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests paying the required international tourist levy through the official channel before arrival and keeping your confirmation.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests putting away loose items like sunglasses and food before entering the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary to avoid them being grabbed.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests bringing your own sarong and sash for temple visits, as they are required at sites like Tirta Empul.
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Summarised from travellers' stories and RegretMap travel notes — not verified facts or current advice. Generated Oct 14, 2026.