Boat tours in Bali
Bali looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are June to September, with highs around 85°F (29°C) and about 3 rainy days a month.
Photo: Unknown author, CC BY-SA 3.0
Top boat tours in Bali
Bali Swing, Koi Boat Photo, Monkey Forest and Waterfall Ubud TourFrom $51View 
Benoa Cruise Port : Bali Private Day Tour From Cruise ShipFrom $26View 
From Bali: Fast Boat Transfer to Nusa LembonganFrom $13View
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How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Bali month by month
Averages for Denpasar, 1991–2020; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 88 (31) | 88 (31) | 88 (31) | 88 (31) | 87 (31) | 86 (30) | 84 (29) | 84 (29) | 86 (30) | 88 (31) | 89 (32) | 87 (31) |
| Low °F (°C) | 77 (25) | 77 (25) | 77 (25) | 77 (25) | 77 (25) | 76 (25) | 75 (24) | 75 (24) | 75 (24) | 76 (25) | 78 (25) | 78 (25) |
| Rainy days | 19 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 16 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 84 (29) | 84 (29) | 84 (29) | 84 (29) | 83 (28) | 82 (28) | 80 (27) | 80 (26) | 80 (27) | 81 (27) | 83 (28) | 84 (29) |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:45 pm | 6:45 pm | 6:33 pm | 6:17 pm | 6:08 pm | 6:09 pm | 6:16 pm | 6:19 pm | 6:16 pm | 6:14 pm | 6:19 pm | 6:33 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Bali?
June to September. Expect highs around 85°F (29°C) and about 3 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and February.
What time is sunset in Bali?
Sunset comes earliest in May, around 6:08 pm, and latest in January, around 6:45 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Bali?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
