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7-day Bali with kids

Family-friendly mix of beaches, gentle culture, and one adventure day.

7 daysFamiliesBest: April–October

Last updated: 2025-03-05

Day 1 – Arrival, Seminyak

  • Easy beach and pool
  • Family dinner in Seminyak
Transfer to Seminyak. Rest at the hotel; pool or beach. Early dinner at a kid-friendly spot in Seminyak.
Tips:

Choose a hotel with a pool. Pack sunscreen and hats.

Day 2 – Beach day, Seminyak

  • Full beach and pool day
  • Optional water park
Beach in the morning, pool in the afternoon. Optional: Waterbom Bali if kids want slides.
Tips:

Rent loungers on the beach. Keep kids hydrated.

Day 3 – Ubud (soft start)

  • Monkey Forest (if kids are okay with monkeys)
  • Rice field stroll
Drive to Ubud. Visit Monkey Forest (supervise closely) or a shorter rice field walk. Easy lunch in Ubud. Overnight in Ubud.
Tips:

Monkeys can grab things; no loose snacks or shiny items. Alternative: Tegalalang view without long walk.

Day 4 – Ubud (culture lite)

  • Cooking class or dance show
  • Pool time
Family cooking class (many welcome kids) or afternoon at the pool. Optional: evening Legong dance (shorter shows available).
Tips:

Book family-friendly cooking class in advance. Early dinner with kids.

Day 5 – Nusa Dua or Sanur

  • Calm beach
  • Safe swimming
Transfer to Nusa Dua or Sanur for calm water and sand. Beach and hotel pool. No big trips.
Tips:

Nusa Dua and Sanur are good for younger kids; fewer waves, more facilities.

Day 6 – Free day or short trip

  • Whatever the family prefers
  • Optional: short boat trip or temple
Flex day: repeat beach/pool, or short trip (e.g. Uluwatu view, no long walk). Prepare for departure.
Tips:

Keep the last full day light. Pack in the evening.

Day 7 – Departure

  • Smooth transfer to airport
Transfer to Ngurah Rai. Allow 1–2 hours from Nusa Dua/Sanur/Seminyak.
Tips:

Pre-book transfer. Snacks and entertainment for the ride.

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