EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT Traveling Bali & Nusa Penida ON A BUDGET! PLUS HOW MUCH MONEY I'VE SPENT Backpacking FOR 19 DAYS (Incl. My DIY Yoga Retreat).
It's A Backpackers Paradise!
Bali is a super budget-friendly destination. You can get so much for little money!
In this post I give you a detailed overview how much money I've spent in total backpacking around the islands for 19 days. But please keep in mind this includes my 7 days yoga course. You can easily deduct the costs to see how much you approximately need for traveling around Bali and Nusa Penida for 13 days!
READ MORE: AWESOME GUIDE FOR THE PERFECT BALI ITINERARY
FINDING CHEAP ACCOMMODATION:
On Bali there's something for everyone! Backpacker Hostels, Villas or Luxury Resorts. As a female solo backpacker I've only stayed in Hostels. They probably are your cheapest option if you are a solo traveler as well but if you are traveling with friends or your partner it might actually turn out cheaper to get a private villa or nice room in a hotel!
MY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Canggu
KOSONE HOSTEL
Pantai Batu Bolong St No.78, Canggu
Ubud
PURI GARDEN HOTEL
Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud
bedugul
CHAKRA BACKPACKER HOSTEL
Candikuning, Baturiti, Tabanan Regency, Bali
Nusa Penida
NUANSA PENIDA HOSTEL
Jl. Banjar Anyar - Sebunibus Nusa Penida
READ MORE: TOP THINGS TO DO ON NUSA PENIDA
FINDING CHEAP FOOD:
I tried so much delicious vegan food on Bali. There are so many cafes you can chose from and all are super healthy and not expensive at all! Yes, it is definitely cheaper to eat in the local warungs but eating out is pretty affordably in general. The costs of food also include bottled drinking water.
READ MORE: THE BEST VEGAN CAFES IN BALI
FINDING CHEAP Transportation:
You should definitely consider renting a scooter! It's the easiest and fastest way to get around Bali. It would be good if you already have some experience as the traffic and roads are crazy. You also have the option to take a taxi/ book a private driver for a longer tour or trip or use the balinese uber for scooters, which I ended up using quite often as I did not want to drive a lot myself.
To get to Nusa Penida I recommend taking the ferry from Sanur. The prices of the different ferry operators should be the same.
I recommend taking a a taxi or uber to get to and from the airport, that's the most convenient option!
Activity Costs:
Most of the time you have to pay entrance fees to visit temples or waterfalls.
I also got two massages. One in Canggu and one in Ubud. I did not go for the cheapest but for good ones. There are so many studios, you can decide yourself what's important for you.
Optional Yoga Retreat:
I've decided to get a 7 days unlimited yoga classes membership at the radiantly alive yoga studio in Ubud. It was such an amazing experience and all I did was doing yoga for 3 hours a day and get some yummy vegan food in between. I totally recommend trying out a yoga class in Bali!
ACCOMMODATION COSTS
Expenses | total | per Night |
|---|---|---|
Puri Garden Hotel | 45€ | 4,50€ |
Kos One Hostel | 50€ | 17€ |
Chakra Backpacker Hostel | 14€ | 7€ |
Nuansa Penida Hostel | 35€ | 12€ |
FOOD COSTS
Expenses | total | per day |
|---|---|---|
Eating out, Water & Snacks | 210€ | €11 |
TRANSPORTATION COSTS
Expenses | total | per day |
|---|---|---|
Taxi & Ferry & Bus | 78€ | 4€ |
Private driver Tour | 20€ | 1€ |
Scooter (incl. petrol) | 20€ | 1€ |
Activity Costs
Expenses | total | per day |
|---|---|---|
Temples, etc. | 5€ | 0,20€ |
Optional Yoga COSTS
Expenses | total | per day |
|---|---|---|
7 days unlimited classes | 67€ | 10€ |
Total Costs Of Traveling Bali for 19 Days
Expenses | total | per day |
|---|---|---|
Total Costs | 545€ | 28€ |
This is a suggested budget assuming you’re staying in hostels (dorm rooms) where possible but eating out all the time, and renting a scooter plus driver on Nusa Penida. I loved eating out and trying all the fancy vegan cafés so you can definitely lower the costs for food. Please keep in mind that I did not deduct the food and accommodation costs in Ubud for the 7 days I only did yoga. You can always lower this number. However, if you stay in fancier accommodation or book a private driver, expect this to be higher!
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to write them in the comment section below. ⇣
xx
Nina
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I’ve always wanted to visit Bali! It LOOKS so expensive, but it’s good to know that it doesn’t have to be! I’m not a hostel girl, so I like knowing that some good villas might actually be even cheaper.
I hope you’ll get there soon! And it’s not expensive at all and villas are so beautiful, some hotels are great as well 🙂 And it’s even better if you’re not traveling solo as you can split the costs 🙂
I would love to go see this part of the world! I’m too old to do the backpacking and staying in hostels at this point in my life, but it looks like there are lots of options for every type of traveler! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Melissa 🙂 And yes, there are still so many amazing options besides hostels! And if you’re not solo traveling I would actually recommend looking into booking a villa as they are also pretty affordable 🙂
Can you believe that I still haven’t been here? I love how affordable Bali is or can be. Hoping to go when things get better soon.
It’s such a great destination for every budget! And you don’t necessarily have to stay in hostels. Hotels and villas are a great option too without spending a fortune when you’re not a solo traveler 🙂
Ooh, I love how you broke down the cost! Very helpful, and inspiration to visit Bali. I’ve always thought of it as expensive.
Thank you so much, Shannon! 🙂 It doesn’t have to be expensive, even hotels and villas are quite affordable as well.
I love this article! Never been to Bali but hopefully when things get better.
Thank you, Rhea! So happy you like it 🙂 I hope you’ll get there soon when everything calmed down again!
I’ve never been to Bali but every time I see pictures of accommodations people are staying in, I am so shocked. How can this be so affordable? All pictures from there just look amazing 🙂 Are hostels also as beautiful?
Yes, the hostels there are amazing as well! The one in Canggu (Kos One) was pretty nice with several pools 🙂 And the rooms were beautiful too!
Wow, so affordable and beautiful! 😍I need to go!
It is! You should definitely go one day 🙂
Bali looks beautiful. I am looking forward to my trip there later this year. And thanks for the budget breakdown and is very useful.
Thanks Sharyn! Enjoy Bali 🙂 I’m sure you’ll have a great time!
What a bucket list destination, Thanks for sharing great tips to travel on a budget. I already saved it for when I go.
So glad you like it Paula! Thank you 🙂 I hop you can travel there soon!