Padang Bai Fishing Village
Padang Bai Fishing Village
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Craig
Auckland Central, New Zealand2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
There is rubbish everywhere even amongst the beautiful fish - it’s a disgrace that plastic is floating all around. Don’t bother coming here it’s shocking to see - it’s a crisis
Written 11 July 2023
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Ricardo I
4 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Got the boat over to Padang Bai from Bali. Upon arrival was set upon by pushy taxi drivers demanding it was their custom that only 2 women per taxi (there was me, my wife and 2 ladies we met on the ferry going to the same place) we had transport already booked.
Be sure to get off quickly and get your bag as it comes off.
As with taxis anywhere use a reputable company.
We went to Kuta where the atmosphere was different than the one we arrived into thankfully.
Be sure to get off quickly and get your bag as it comes off.
As with taxis anywhere use a reputable company.
We went to Kuta where the atmosphere was different than the one we arrived into thankfully.
Written 4 June 2023
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Kay
Taiwan35 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Got an open return ticket to Gili Meno with Ekajaya (one of the bigger fast boats) from Pakpret Tours for 700,000 while the official Ekajaya office asked for 800,000 (initially 850,000). Beware of how much you are paying for the boats. Warungs here no surprise do not list food prices and charge us tourist price. Worst of them is the Warung next to a big general store on Jl. Pelabuhan Padang Bai (the street that has the ATMs). 20,000 for a mie goreng that consists of one small pack of indomie, indomie sauces, boiled bok choy, and a fried egg. Fortunately we stayed long enough and some street food vendors started appearing and we got some quality snacks (5,000 each) to fill up our stomachs. Overall a town just for hopping to the Gilis.
Written 12 March 2023
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Zumtinelz
Lismore, Australia503 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
We went for snorkelling on the reef at Jebun. Certainly worth it although it took us all a while to get used to the whole business of actually like, y'know snorkelling in what was a low swell.
Once we did, we saw many beautiful fish. You know all those fish you see in really well done aquariums - angel fish, blue wrasse, cleaner wrasse, parrot fish and heaps of small bright neon blue ones in shoals. Lots of others, a turtle and a stingray.
Also a great deal of plastic pollution that was very sad. Some areas of die-off bleaching too. But large corrals still doing well. Not super colourful in themselves, a few brighter ones here and there and to seal the deal anemones with clown fish. How cool.
The lovely young Made took us out and showed us across the reef. Equipment was all in great condition. Can't tell you the name of the guy who fixed that as it was all done by my driver.
INR 400kper person plus driver.
Once we did, we saw many beautiful fish. You know all those fish you see in really well done aquariums - angel fish, blue wrasse, cleaner wrasse, parrot fish and heaps of small bright neon blue ones in shoals. Lots of others, a turtle and a stingray.
Also a great deal of plastic pollution that was very sad. Some areas of die-off bleaching too. But large corrals still doing well. Not super colourful in themselves, a few brighter ones here and there and to seal the deal anemones with clown fish. How cool.
The lovely young Made took us out and showed us across the reef. Equipment was all in great condition. Can't tell you the name of the guy who fixed that as it was all done by my driver.
INR 400kper person plus driver.
Written 4 November 2022
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Sophie S
2 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
Avoid at all costs. Not one to write such a poignant review - mafia run taxis who bully to no avail.
We arrived from Gili T where we were harassed by numerous sellers and taxi drivers. We were seeking to travel by Gojek as it’s cheap, safe and reliable and prevents us getting ripped off. Hoping to book one, we left the main port to a nearby cafe where multiple offers were made by following taxi drivers, the cafe staff at D’steel seemed suspicious and felt like we were being constantly watched.
Our Gojek arrived, and suddenly a group of bystanders surrounded. Having already felt uneasy and very unwelcome in this area of Bali, we jumped in hastily. The surrounding locals then proceeded to stick their heads into the car and tell us we could not leave in this vehicle. At this point feeling unsafe and unwilling to give them our money (they were charging triple the price for a car we would feel unsafe in) seemed no option and they were not letting the car move.
We decided to walk out of the area in hope that we could book a Gojek safely. However, we were followed, constantly getting harassed on the side of the road.
So overall we highly recommend to avoid this area - we love Bali and all the locals, except this group of disrespectful individuals who call themselves the mafia. Never felt unsafe in Bali until this happened, and were left feeling shaken and disturbed.
We arrived from Gili T where we were harassed by numerous sellers and taxi drivers. We were seeking to travel by Gojek as it’s cheap, safe and reliable and prevents us getting ripped off. Hoping to book one, we left the main port to a nearby cafe where multiple offers were made by following taxi drivers, the cafe staff at D’steel seemed suspicious and felt like we were being constantly watched.
Our Gojek arrived, and suddenly a group of bystanders surrounded. Having already felt uneasy and very unwelcome in this area of Bali, we jumped in hastily. The surrounding locals then proceeded to stick their heads into the car and tell us we could not leave in this vehicle. At this point feeling unsafe and unwilling to give them our money (they were charging triple the price for a car we would feel unsafe in) seemed no option and they were not letting the car move.
We decided to walk out of the area in hope that we could book a Gojek safely. However, we were followed, constantly getting harassed on the side of the road.
So overall we highly recommend to avoid this area - we love Bali and all the locals, except this group of disrespectful individuals who call themselves the mafia. Never felt unsafe in Bali until this happened, and were left feeling shaken and disturbed.
Written 24 June 2022
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David D
Devon, UK20,246 contributions
Sep 2019
Monday 16th September and we travelled by Blue Water Express from Teluk Kode in Lombok to Padang Bai in Bali.
Arriving at the pier we were pounced upon by vendors selling sunglasses, fruit, snacks and food.
The pier was very busy with travellers leaving and arriving on a number of passenger ferries. There was another pier nearby for larger boats
The sea by the beach was very cluttered with all of the small boats close to the beach. What we saw of the beach had a lot of litter.
Getting out of the small village in our taxi was a bit of a nightmare it was all a bit chaotic.
Arriving at the pier we were pounced upon by vendors selling sunglasses, fruit, snacks and food.
The pier was very busy with travellers leaving and arriving on a number of passenger ferries. There was another pier nearby for larger boats
The sea by the beach was very cluttered with all of the small boats close to the beach. What we saw of the beach had a lot of litter.
Getting out of the small village in our taxi was a bit of a nightmare it was all a bit chaotic.
Written 16 September 2019
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422iana
Dunedin, New Zealand3,102 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
We had our guide bring us here and cost us 300,000 each for a boat and to go for two hours snorkeling. The trip itself wss great. Wrong sized gear did not help. My daughter spent some time picking up rubbish from the beach. It would be a lovely spot if the beaches were cleaned. To be fair you don't need to go on a boat to snorkel, just go off the beach from blue lagoon. Very crowded for parking.
Written 18 July 2019
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LOLA
Perth, Australia14 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
We drove our scooter from Ubud to Padang bai
Arriving to town we were hassled by men on scooters who continued to followed us. This is very common and makes your feel scared.Not as friendly as other places in Bali for some reason. Not a good vibe. I would reccomend leaving for the islands from Sanur if you have a choice as ts a lot less stressful and people are friendlier.
Arriving to town we were hassled by men on scooters who continued to followed us. This is very common and makes your feel scared.Not as friendly as other places in Bali for some reason. Not a good vibe. I would reccomend leaving for the islands from Sanur if you have a choice as ts a lot less stressful and people are friendlier.
Written 2 January 2019
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Damien87
Adelaide, Australia16 contributions
Nov 2018
I travel to Padang Bai every year to dive, I love this spot its not like your drunken Bali place very Quite with some great restaurants and quite beaches
Written 30 November 2018
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patriciacawley1
Blackalls Park, Australia103 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
Went on tour with Gordo bali tours You guys are amazing from the moment you get in the car you are looked after the people u have at the snorkelling are terrific not only do they know the spots to go they give u tips to get to the elusive bottom and saw a TURTLE he was amazing the service from Ketut and the companies that you align yourself is amazing been on lots of tours in Asia this is the best hands down for value and service the waterfall was amazing those steps down didn't think this unfit one was going to get back up but Ketut Surance is the most encouraging person I know and patient luvvvvvv your service definately be back
Written 30 August 2018
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A_Wanderluster
New York City, NY262 contributions
Hi,
Im will be staying in UBUD and taking Ferry to Gili T island. How did I arrange to get to Padang Bai from UBUD? Just hire a tax?
Also, how far in advance should I purchase fast boat ticket to Gili T?
Thanks!
Arleen
patriciacawley1
Blackalls Park, Australia103 contributions
Not sure about boats they were coming and going while we were there went for snorkelling rent a driver or download grab or GO-JEK (bike) usually cheapest transport
Katedancer
69 contributions
Is there free camping on the beach and how do I get there from Kuta.
Katedancer
69 contributions
Also can you fish free
How do I get there from the airport..? And how long would it take ?
boych
Palembang, Indonesia131 contributions
You can get there by travel around airport toward Padang bai. It's along 2 hours from airport.
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