Bali is great all year round, January however can be more about discovering temples and natural sites, shopping for clothes, exploring treasures on art markets, and about enjoying an incredible wine and dine experience. It’s generally a slow month after 6th of January so prices can drop significantly for accommodation.

Bali is generally safe for a family holiday. Although, when travelling with children, there are some dangers that you have to consider. The most important issue is road safety in Bali. Strong currents can be particularly dangerous to small children and it’s easy to get caught out if you’re not prepared.

Although January is often considered a ‘winter’ month, the temperatures in Bali this month are very warm, perfect for a tropical escape from colder northern European countries. As it’s officially the rainy season, flights and accommodation will be more affordable than in the peak summer season.

For the female traveler, Bali is a safe island to discover on your own or in a group. Bali and Lombok are generally safe and single travelers face no real threat or dangers.

In general, Bali can be considered as a safe destination, since very few visitors come across any real problems. Travelers need to avoid carrying handbags, taking into account that petty scams are common. They can usually be avoided with a modicum of common sense.

If you’re too much into the adventure, going the cliché way and getting into the water sports at Benoa Harbor is another of the top things to do in Bali in January exploration. Best Beaches to Visit in Bali: Pandawa, Padang Padang, Jimbaran Beach, Balangan, and more.

Situation in Bali is very much controlled. The covid numbers had been considerably low compared to other areas in the country, even worldwide Most travelers have left Bali. There are no international tourists at the moment coming in, unless they have a Visit Visa (apply here)

Latest Corona News & Updates for Bali, Indonesia International tourism in Bali has been put on a halt since March 2020 by stopping the visa free regulations, that previously allowed visitors from 160 countries to come to Indonesia without a visa.