Increase in Bali's prices, set to range between 150-200%
The Badung Regency authorities have announced a price increase for popular cultural tourist attractions in Bali, effective from August 2025. The decision is part of a broader initiative to raise tourist taxes for sustainability, following the lead of other major tourist destinations such as Barcelona and Venice [1].
The exact new prices for these entry fees are yet to be specified, but it's clear that tourists will be paying more to visit famous Bali sites [2]. Among the attractions affected by this price hike are the Tamansari Temple, the Alas Palas Sangeh tourist complex (also known as the Monkey Forest), and the Nungnung Waterfall [2].
The cost of visiting the Tamansari Temple has increased by 20,000 Indonesian rupiah, now standing at 50,000 rupiah. The Alas Palas Sangeh tourist complex has seen a 50% increase in its tour price, while the Nungnung Waterfall now costs twice as much to visit, at 30,000 rupiah [2].
Despite these increases, general accommodation and activity prices in Bali remain moderately higher during peak season but not drastically inflated, making Bali still relatively affordable compared to other Asian destinations [3][4][5].
It's important to note that these price increases do not apply to local residents visiting these attractions. Additionally, discounts are available for children at the increased-priced tourist attractions [6].
The changes in prices for these attractions are pending the approval from the island's governor. Once approved, the new tariffs will come into effect [7]. However, the exact prices for other popular tourist attractions in the Badung Regency, such as Uluwatu Temple and Tanah Lot, have not been disclosed yet [2].
Tourists continue to fly to Bali annually for beach relaxation and local attraction exploration. The authorities have stated that the price hike does not significantly impact tourists' wallets [8].
When planning a trip, it's advisable to confirm the specific price details with official Bali tourism resources or the attractions themselves, as the announcement only broadly indicated a price hike without detailing new fee structures [2].
Finance for visiting popular tourist attractions in Bali will increase starting from August 2025, affecting sites such as the Tamansari Temple, Alas Palas Sangeh tourist complex, and Nungnung Waterfall. Despite these price hikes, lifestyle expenses like accommodation and activities in Bali remain relatively affordable compared to other Asian destinations.
