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Indonesia & Bali Backpacking Budget 2026

How much does it actually cost to travel Bali and Indonesia? Full daily budget breakdown covering accommodation, food, transport, visas and activities across the islands.

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)~£1 = 20,000 IDR / $1 = 16,200 IDR30 days visa-free

Daily Budget Tiers

Budget
£15-25 / day
300,000-500,000 IDR

Guesthouses, warungs (local cafes), scooter rental, local transport

Mid-Range
£35-65 / day
700,000-1,300,000 IDR

Private villas or pool guesthouses, restaurants, tours, fast boats

Comfort
£80-150 / day
1,600,000-3,000,000 IDR

Private pool villa, fine dining, guided tours, domestic flights

Indonesia / Bali Price Guide 2026

ItemIDRGBP approx.
Dorm bed (Canggu)100,000-200,000 IDR£5-10
Budget guesthouse private room200,000-400,000 IDR£10-20
Warung meal (nasi goreng)25,000-50,000 IDR£1.25-2.50
Cafe meal (Canggu)80,000-150,000 IDR£4-7.50
Bintang beer (shop)20,000-30,000 IDR£1-1.50
Bintang beer (bar)40,000-70,000 IDR£2-3.50
Fresh coconut15,000-25,000 IDR£0.75-1.25
Scooter hire (per day)60,000-100,000 IDR£3-5
Grab motorbike (short city ride)20,000-50,000 IDR£1-2.50
Fast boat: Bali to Gili Islands350,000-600,000 IDR£17.50-30
Domestic flight: Bali to Lombok300,000-700,000 IDR£15-35
Surf lesson (2 hours)200,000-350,000 IDR£10-17.50
Mount Batur sunrise trek350,000-500,000 IDR£17.50-25
Ubud cooking class400,000-600,000 IDR£20-30
Tourist SIM (30 days)50,000-100,000 IDR£2.50-5
Coworking (Canggu/day)100,000-200,000 IDR£5-10

Cost Breakdown by Category

Budget Traveller
Accommodation: Budget guesthouse (losmen): 150,000-300,000 IDR (£7.50-15). Dorms in Canggu from 100,000 IDR.
Food: Warung meals: 20,000-50,000 IDR (£1-2.50). Nasi goreng from 25,000 IDR. Fresh coconut 15,000 IDR.
Transport: Scooter hire: 60,000-100,000 IDR/day. Grab for cities. Blue Bird taxi metered.
Activities: Rice terraces and temples free or very low entry. Waterfall hikes 20,000-50,000 IDR.
Mid-Range Traveller
Accommodation: Private villa or pool room: 400,000-900,000 IDR (£20-45). Canggu and Ubud well-served.
Food: Cafe and restaurant dining: 80,000-200,000 IDR. Smoothie bowls, avocado toast, Western options.
Transport: Fast boat Bali to Gili: 350,000-600,000 IDR. Grab and private drivers.
Activities: Sunrise Bromo trek, Ubud cooking class, Nusa Penida day trip 350,000-700,000 IDR.
Comfort Traveller
Accommodation: Boutique villa with pool: 1,000,000-2,500,000 IDR (£50-125). Seminyak and Ubud luxury options.
Food: Rooftop bars, beach clubs, fine dining. Ku De Ta, Potato Head style venues.
Transport: Private driver for the day: 500,000-800,000 IDR. Domestic flights to Lombok/Flores.
Activities: Diving courses (PADI), private surf lessons, Komodo liveaboard from 2,500,000 IDR.

Visa

30 days visa-free on arrival for most Western passports. Extendable to 60 days at immigration. Bali visa-on-arrival also available ($35 USD for 30 days).

SIM Card

Telkomsel or XL Axiata tourist SIM, around 50,000-100,000 IDR (~£2.50-5) for 30 days data. Available at airports and convenience stores.

Top Destinations

Bali (Canggu, Ubud, Seminyak)Gili IslandsLombokYogyakartaKomodoRaja AmpatFloresNusa Penida

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to backpack Bali for a month?

A budget backpacker can live in Bali for £500-800 per month (10,000,000-16,000,000 IDR). This covers a cheap guesthouse or shared villa, warung meals, scooter hire and occasional activities. Canggu is one of the most popular spots for longer stays and has a strong digital nomad community. Mid-range travellers should budget £1,000-1,800 per month.

Do I need a visa to visit Indonesia?

Most Western passport holders (UK, EU, US, Australia) can enter Indonesia visa-free for 30 days. You can also get a visa on arrival at major airports including Bali for $35 USD, valid 30 days and extendable once for another 30 days for $35 USD. A tourist e-visa (B211A) is available for longer stays.

Is Bali still cheap to travel in 2026?

Bali remains affordable by Western standards, but popular areas like Canggu and Seminyak have become more expensive in recent years. Warungs still serve meals for £1-2, but cafe culture and imported goods are pricier. Overall, a budget of £20-30 per day is achievable, especially outside tourist hotspots.

What is the cheapest island to visit in Indonesia?

Lombok, Flores and Nusa Penida remain cheaper than main Bali. The Gili Islands are popular and priced mid-range. For real budget travel, east Java around Bromo and Ijen is extremely cheap, local accommodation and food under 200,000 IDR per day is possible.

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