Karana Day Club – Nusa Lembongan

Karana Day Club – Nusa Lembongan

Free entry with a towel and sun bed of your choice – just buy your food and drinks – food is fabulous contact Wayan Direct for fast boat times and prices… Read more

Elephant Mud at Bali Zoo

Elephant Mud

Bali Zoo does it again with another first in elephant experiences. Our new Elephant Mud Fun half-day package allowing  guest to get down and dirty with our friendly Sumatran elephants while discovering all about their behavior and lifestyle from our experienced mahout handlers.  You’ll learn interesting facts such as, it is very common to find elephants basking in mud during the summer months because their high body temperature generates a great deal of metabolic heat.  And… Read more

G’Day Mate Baby Hire

G’day Mate Baby Hire

🔶 BABY EQUIPMENT HIRE 🔶

10 % discount for 7 day hire  – 20% discount for 14 day hire

Jogger Pram – $7 per day – $100 Bond

Travel Stroller – $6 per day – $60 Bond

Electric Steriliser- $4 per day – $50 Bond

Port o Cots – $6 per day – $50 Bond

Bed Rail – $3 per day –… Read more

Cooking School – Legian

Cooking School- Suriwathi Hotel – Garlic Lane Legian

350K approx $35 per person if 2 people

300K approx $30 per person if 4 plus people – 1.5 hours -enjoy cooking Balinese Corn Cakes – Mie Goreng and Bali’s famous Banana Fritters- contact Suriwathi Hotel direct for bookings and mention Bali Buddy – FB – @suriwathihotellegian

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Jungle Gold Chocolate Factory

Jungle Gold Chocolate Factory

THE WORLD’S FIRST 100% PLANT-BASED CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Premium, award-winning, direct-trade artisanal chocolate handmade in Bali

WHO WE ARE

For over a decade we’ve been working directly with farmers in Bali to produce the finest cacao beans which we use to create premium bean-to-bar chocolate. Our beans travel a short distance from the farms to our factory where we roast and grind small batches from individual cooperatives to handcraft… Read more

Le Pirate – Nusa Lembogan

Le Pirate

Nusa Lembogan – Ceningan – when visiting the island don’t miss Le Pirate at Ceningan just buy a drink and or food and enjoy these amazing views

To BOOK Contact Wayan Tattoo/Bali Buddy Driver

Phone/Whatsapp: +62 812 396 041 62 – Email: yantatto9@gmail.com – Facebook: Wayan Bali Buddy (yan tattoo)

Instagram @wayan_sutamia… Read more

Heavens Gate

Heavens Gate It’s on this mountain that you’ll find the Gates of Heaven in Bali, one of the most iconic and most instagrammable photo spots in Indonesia.

Pura Luhur Lempuyang, or the gates of heaven and temple are located in East Bali in the region of Lempuyang. It’s located among the highlands of Mount Lempuyang at a height of 1,775m above sea level. It’s best to leave early – we left Legian at 3.30am arriving at 6am for… Read more

Yoga in Nusa Lembongan

Yoga in Nusa Lembongan – don’t miss meeting Agus and his staff at Tarci Bungalows on Jungutbatu Beach for fabulous Yoga on the roof top – contact Ni Putu for prices and times via WA +6282146278899

Please mention Bali Buddy when you book…. Read more

Talga Singha Club – Ubud

Talga Singha Club – Ubud

Don’t miss this …

A luxurious hideaway from a modern-day life into a tropical river pool club with a world-class facility to indulge in the authentic flavors of Indonesian foods,  offering the phenomenally designed two infinity swimming pools overlooking the scenic riverside views, swim-up pool bar, signature spa treatments – choose a Pool lounge , Cabana or A Cave Day bed to hang and chill the day away ..
Strategically… Read more

Day Tours on Beautiful Nusa Lembongan

Day Tours on Beautiful Nusa Lembongan – if your not comfortable riding a motor bike – or wish to ride a Moto but have a fabulous guide with you to show you around contact Panther Partama – who will truly look after you – Panther will also hire Motor bikes ….

This Fabulous Day Tour includes – Dream Beach, Devils Tears Blow Hole, The View Cliff top Pool, Cinnigan Roof Top Pool, Blue Lagoon Lunch at Kylf Club… Read more

Snorkelling on Nusa Lembogan 

Snorkelling on Nusa Lembogan

Snorkelling – Enjoy the wonders of Gamet Bay, Mantra Bay , Crystal Bay ,and Mangrove Bay – 3 hours includes all equipment and Go Pro under water photos

Contact Panther Partama who will truly look after you and provide you with pieces and tour times

Please mention Bali Buddy when you book

WA – 082341669300

Email – panther_prtn@gmail.com

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Jungle Fish – Welcome to the Ubud’s no beach… beach club !

Jungle Fish – Welcome to the Ubud’s no beach… beach club !

Jungle Fish is a “must do” in Ubud, where you can experience swimming amidst the lush jungle, in the beautiful landscape of the Ubud area. Open-air split-level restaurant and pool bar perched on the side of a ridge overlooking the Osh River Valley, Jungle Fish is located just 10 minutes’ drive north of Ubud. It is part of the Chapung Se Bali Resort & Spa, a… Read more

Temples & Ceremonies

Temples in Bali

A visit to Bali is not complete without visiting a Temple or Two – here are some of our favourites – Wayan and The Bali Buddy Team will assist you with transport and will advise you on what Temples you can see in a one day tour, how long a drive it will take and the daily transport price – we hope you have a memorable day and enjoy your Temple Tour.

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Biak Biak Bike Tour

Bali Bike Tours

This tour is a full day tour, from 8am to 2-3pm

Off The Beaten Track Down Hill Bali Countryside Cycling Tours. Enjoy the quiet countryside of Bali’s back roads and witness first-hand the daily life of rural rice farmers and craftsmen. You will really see the real Bali on this tour.

Kubu Biak Biak Tour

650.000 IDR approx $65 AUD from Ubud

750.000 IDR approx… Read more

Quad Bikes Bali Quad

Contact Wayan Tattoo for discounted price (normal $88).

Once again if you book through Wayan Tattoo (see best driver in Bali) the cost will be close to half. Which includes your pick up and return to your Hotel…. Read more

Biak Biak Cooking School

Balinese Cooking Classes – Ubud

TRADITIONAL BALINESE COOKING WITH IBU RANI

Kubu Baik Biak Cooking School 

700.000 IDR approximately $70 AUD

Make A Booking Enquiry!

For bookings or enquiries contact Wayan Biak Biak directly – From Biak Biak Tours 

Face Book- Bali Bike Baik Tours

Email

bikebaik@yahoo.com

What’s up number :+6281338673852

You will truly have a wonderful holiday… Read more

Campuhan Walk – Ubud (FREE)

Campuhan Walk – Ubud – Free

When in Ubud there are many fantastic things to do. There are some really nice walks, be it through the village, through rice fields or just a beautiful nature walk. The Campuhan Ridge walk is definitely at the top of the list of must do walks when in Ubud. It is a beautiful walk which is filled with greenery and hills. More of a jungle or forest walk.

This is… Read more

GWK Cultural Park

GWK Cultural Park – Bali – a must see
Rising from the rugged hills of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula, the magnificent Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue stands watch over the island. The towering statue is Bali’s most iconic landmark and depicts the Hindu God Wisnu, atop his mount, the mythical eagle, Garuda. Soaring to a height of over 120 meters, this is one of the tallest monumental statues in the world, higher than both the Statue of Liberty and Christ the… Read more

Wikeys Surf Guide & Lessons

Wikey has been working as a team leader for over 9 years, with a prominent world renown surf camp in Seminyak. Wikey now runs his own business. Surfing, Surf Guiding &Tour Guide

Wikey knows the surf, the tides, the winds and the best breaks to travel to, and of course speaks perfect English and has a infectious personality.

Wikey’s Services:

  • Airport pick up and settle into your hotel: 150.000 rup / $15 AUD
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Yoga

EMINYAK YOGA SHALA – Seminyak
Address: Jalan Basangkasa No 1200B, Seminyak
Bookings: +62 361 730 498
Inclusions: High quality, non-slip yoga mats, hand towels for the heat & water for students
Instagram: @seminyakyogashala
Only 5 minutes away from Seminyak beach in the centre of town, you can find Seminyak Yoga Shala. Offering a large selection of different yoga classes, it welcomes you in an oasis only steps away from the hustle and bustle of Seminyak’s… Read more

Pandawa Beach -Uluwatu

Pandawa Beach

Uluwatu – Bali offers a beautiful mixture of beaches and cliffs . Amongst it, the Kutuh Village presents the steepest cliff landscape overlooking the Indian Ocean. As the southern shore of the island, this place also harbors many secret beaches. Previously, it was hard to access but in 2004, the local government built infrastructure that allows visitors to reach the beaches. Pandawa Beach is one of these secret beaches. Named after the five knights of ancient… Read more

Bali Shopping Words

The shopping is Endless. Be patient, courteous and kind. As we say – if you think it’s a good price, buy it. Shopping is not a competition.

Some shopping words to remember:
Berapa = How much

Mahal = Too expensive

Tidak Terima kasih = No Thank you

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All About The Bali Buddy

About The Bali Buddy

I first came to Bali in 1984 as a 18 year old on my first overseas holiday and like so many people I fell in love with Bali instantly. I was in awe of the people, the culture and the history of these beautiful islands. The casual carefree environment and the atmosphere of Bali, made this place a paradise.

For the next 10 years I worked on cruise ships travelling the world… Read more

Shopping in Seminyak

PLEASE NOTE – These shops may  or may not be open due to covid -we are trying our best to get around to them all – A lot are under renovation so they may open in the near future.

Curtains
Handwoven Plus in Seminyak: Talk to Drajad Nur Cahyo ichi.ilha@yahoo.com 081 629 511 1 or 036 173 359 9. They only take a couple of days to make. My suggestion is to go early and… Read more

Taman Anyar Village

Taman Anyar Balinese Village is new to The Bali Buddy.

Learn all about the Traditional Bali Life and Farming.

Contact Wayan Tattoo for discounted prices and transportation. Minimum 2 person.

 A fabulous Day of Village Activities:

  • Visit elementary school and interaction with the kids
  • Welcome by a traditional barong dance and receive a flower offering
  • Visit our family temple and get a holy bracelet
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Warangirri Hidden

Warangirri Hidden in the beautiful Bedugul area of Bali.

About a 2 hour drive from Legian – best to leave early – $10 per person plus your transport. Well worth the trip – contact Wayan for transport and more info.

Wayan Tattoo / Bali Buddy Driver

Bali Buddy Charity

Thanks for your enquiry to donate to the Bali Buddy Charity. If you are wanting to bring items from Australia to donate here is a list of what you can bring.

Clothing, school Books, pencils, Reading glasses, bras are needed, medical supplies.

If you are in Bali feel free to purchase toiletries, toilet paper, washing powder, any non perishable goods.

Please contact Wayan for collection or any further questions on goods needed.

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Shopping For Home-wares

Whether your shopping for yourself or for your own shop or market.

Here is a list of high end and cheap Home-wares from Legian to Seminyak to Ubud.

Enjoy your shopping experience!

Bali Zen
Set aside some decent time to explore the mother-load of popular Bali fabric décor, found at Bali Zen. We’re talking cushion covers by the truckload, crocheted rugs and kids toys, aprons, bed linen and bags of bags…. Read more

Cheap Eats

Cheap Eats

Legian

Alley Way Shack – Breakfast & Lunch
Cheap, Cheap, Cheap,  Coffee opposite Puri Raja Hotel in small Gang only 200 metres walk, great Breakfast Menu and even Smashed Avocado for $4.00, Brekkie Bowls, Bacon and Egg Rolls, Juices, Milkshakes and more.

From $3.00 a meal

Bagus Warung – Lunch / Dinner
Padma Utara – just down from the Y Bar next to Legian Snacks.

A… Read more

Uluwatu – Kecak & Fire Dancers

Uluwatu – Kecak & Fire Dancers

This dance is truly unique in the sense that the dancers move via all male tribes. To understand the performance you can get a copy of the story of the dance which is based on mythology.

It is always packed with tourists. Get there early… at least 45 minutes before the show. Expect to be squashed as you are packed into the theatre. The show starts at 6pm (Bali Time)…. Read more

Bali Wake Park

Features state-of-the-art full size cable systems built around a 5 hectare lake and is the first and only cable wake park in Bali.

New for 2018, Bali Wake Park is now home to Asia’s largest AQUA PARK – a new addition that equipped with all kinds of water attractions and has many facilities to make your holiday exciting until the last moment.

DAILY OPERATION HOURS: 10am – 6pm

NIGHT OPERATION from 1st of July:… Read more

Binti Nanny Service

Binti Nanny Service

Contact Bindi today and mention Bali Buddy to receive these fabulous prices…

Facebook is Binti Sikana or +6281916494331

WhatsApp”081916494331″ thnks

Need a Baby Sitter / Nanny in Bali – Contact Binti. The children and yourselves will all fall in love with Binti.

Binti Holds a First Aid Certificate and will also swim with the children. Binti has a beautiful caring personality and absolutely loves the children and… Read more

Jimbaran Bay

With the help of Wayan, I discovered this amazing Cafe at Jimbaran, called Seaside Cafe.

The food the atmosphere the view the entertainment every thing was fantastic.

Contact Wayan Tattoo for discounted prices on a ocean front table, chicken and corn soup, prawns, calamari, snapper, lobster, mussels, rice, vegetables, dessert and a bintang each.

You are welcome to BYO wine & spirits.

You will love the Balinese Dancers, Live Music & the… Read more

Bali Bird Park

Let Your Imagination Fly!

What a great day out for the Bird and Reptile Lover. This park totally amazed me. It is so lush and beautifully presented.

There is so much to see from Jungle Birds of Bali to Birds from Borneo, a huge collection of exotic Papuan Birds, A Javan Hawk Eagle and listen to the sweet sounds of the Java Song Birds. You can visit the deep jungle of Sumatra and the tropical continents… Read more

Gilli Trawagan

You can book your fast boat through Wayan Tattoo which includes your Bali Hotel transfer.

When visiting the Gili’T I would advise you to pre book your accommodation. There is no transport on Gili T. The only transport on the island is the Horse and Cart (clip clop), bike or by foot. It will take you about 2 hours to stroll the island, 1 hour to travel around by clip clop or bike.

Food on the… Read more

Balangan

Just below Ulawatu. Balagan is a magical surf break with beautiful white sands and crystal clear blue water. The beach is scattered with Warungs.

When you get to the top of the Jimbaran Hills turn right at the Narmala Swim Pool and supermarket.

Once you reach the beach head to Froggy Café, Froggy is a lovely man, he serves a great breakfast, lunch and dinner. Phone: 813 382 209 46.

Contact Wayan Tattoo to… Read more

Uluwatu / Padang Padang / Dreamland

Uluwatu / Padang Padang / Dreamland

Even if you are not a surfer – to experience Uluwatu, one of the world’s most famous surf breaks is a must see.

Sit in one of the many Warungs and enjoy a traditional banana pancake or omelette.  We love Surya Cafe as they are very kind and look after your belongings and the food is fantastic.

Surfers have to access the break by a cave. The current… Read more

Nusa Dua

Water Sport Capital!

Speak to Wayan Tattoo as he can get good discounts for a day of  Water Sports.

Head to Geger Beach, hire a paddle boat and enjoy the best Chicken Burger and Chips in Bali.

Sadly a very very large International Hotel has been built right on Geger beach so get there quick. Pirates Bay at Nusa Dua.

For more info & transport contact Wayan for transport & bookings…. Read more

Bali Zoo

I took 55 children from Sudi Astu Orphanage to Bali Zoo. It was amazing and so so clean and the animals were really well cared and looked after.

There is no hustle and bustle and it is very very relaxing.

The grounds are lovely it’s well worth a visit.

See Wayan Tattoo for discounted prices & transport to the Bali Zoo.

Wayan Tattoo / Bali Buddy Driver

Villa Kitty – Help The Cats Of Bali

This is the latest plea from villa kitty. They are currently full and can’t take anymore.

They need help with adoptions so they have more room for more.

It is run by Elizabeth an Australian lady and an amazing team.

They are desperate for help…. Read more

Gili Meno Turtle Sanctuary

If your visiting Gili T, take a day trip or spend a few nights on magical Gili Meno. Visit this amazing Turtle Sanctuary.

A lovely local man is trying to save the turtles. It sometimes costs him up to $10 a day to feed them. So a donation would be fabulous.

He keeps the turtles till they are 8 months old giving them a better chance of survival in the open ocean…. Read more

Bali Safari Park

You will feel as if you have stepped into Jurassic Park and I definitely feel like I have been to Africa.

Tip: Purchase a locker on your way in – saves carry everything all day.

You will be able to pet and take pictures of Lions, Tigers and Orang-utans. You will see animals from all over the world on the guided bus tour. Make sure you have lunch in the Parks main restaurant as Lions and… Read more

Breakfast with the Lions – “Bali Safari Park”

This is a great family package for Breakfast with the Lions which includes:

  • Fabulous all you can eat buffet Breakfast while you watch the Lions being feed and starting their daily routine. Did you know Lions sleep for up to 20 hours a day?
  • You also get to have your own pictures taken with the amazing colourful birds and the elephants.
  • Best part of this package is it also includes your entry into
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Wina Optical

On Jalanraya Kuta – very easy to find with a taxi. Henry from Wina keeps his prices down & has many return Aussies customers. You don’t need a script. Henry will do the eye test for you. Please mention Niki & The Bali Buddy…. Read more

Dentist

Confident Dental and Health Clinic

https://www.balidentalclinic.com/

This new Clinic in Legian right out the front of The New Garden View Resort – is fabulous.

Polish – Clean and Check up – $45 – so gentle, so clean and so professional.

Jump onto their site for more information – Doctor Services Available on site and also offering house calls.

Mention Bali Buddy.

 

So Smile… Read more

Turtle Releasing in Kuta Bali

April till September from 4.30 pm daily if turtles have hatched – Kuta Beach.

You can’t miss the Big Turtle as they have signs out daily to announce release times…. Read more

Bali Buddy Nusa Peninda Day Tours

Don’t miss Nusa Peninda whilst your in Bali or visiting Nusa Lembongan. Such a amazing beautiful island with breathtaking views and the best best snorkelling.

You will need a back pack with swimmers, towel, sunscreen.

Nusa Peninda landscape is very rugged terrain, expect 4 wheel drive conditions.

Have a fantastic time!

Please contact Wayan Direct for all bookings:

Sumbawa / Lakey Peak in Indonesia

We have all fallen in love with Sumbawa (Lakey Peak) – it has the feeling of the Bali of old and took me back to my first trip to Bali in 1984.

We fly from Denpasar with Melpati Airlines to Bema Sumbowa, or you could use Garuda Airlines. You can only take 3 boards each into Sumbowa, be careful with the size of your Board bags as they have a limit of how many they will take due… Read more

Nusa Lembongan

We love Nusa Lembongan and highly recommend a few days here if you have the time.

Fast boat for Nusa Lembongan for approx $45 per person if you book with Wayan Tattoo.

Snorkelling is a must on Nusa Lembongan, we snorkel in an amazing bay called Gannamat, Crystal Bay, Matra Bay – snorkelling with Mantra Rays $20 per person thru Tarci Bungalows or Pura Nusa Beach Hotel. The colours of the fish and coral were spectacular…. Read more

Pool Fence Hire

Contact: Megan: info@balivillapoolfence.com

If you’re looking for a Temporary Pool Fence for your villa you need look no further than “Bali Villa Pool Fence”

We hire out temporary pool fencing all over the island. No job to big or to small.

It is law in Australia and other countries around the world that all swimming pools must be fenced off.

So why should it be any different when you are… Read more

Postage back to Australia

How much does it cost to ship back to Australia from Bali?

If you have over shopped and are over your weight flight limit – we have the solution

“POST BACK TO Sydney, Melbourne or the Gold Coast”

VISIT the “JALAN LEGIAN POST OFFICE”

Padma Street – “DHL Jalan Legian” in between Jalan Melasti & Jalan Padma

Approx Cost = 25 kilo DHL = $256 US approx.

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Shopping in Ubud

Tegallallang

Imagine driving into the heartland of Bali and uncovering 10.5 entire kilometers of handicraft stalls and markets. That’s exactly the case with Tegallalang Handicraft Center, one of the most authentic places to score a home décor staple on the island.
Whether you’re after a statement piece for your living room or a gift to give the artsy member of your friend group.. there’s no shortage of colourful clothing or well-crafted sculptures to pique your interest.
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Gili Meno

If you’re visiting Gili T don’t miss a day trip or a few nights on Gili Meno (my fav out of the three islands) only a short boat ride from Gili T and a must see. Snorkelling and the best of sunsets…… Read more

Blue Lagoon & Snorkelling

Blue Lagoon Beach is one of East Bali’s best secluded beaches. The beach lies just northeast of the main beach of Padangbai and is framed by green and rocky hills on both sides.

You can pick a sunbathing spot right on the sand or, if you prefer, opt for a space in the shade as the entire edge of the beach is lined with palm trees.

You’ll also come across locally run ‘Warung’ food stalls selling… Read more

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