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DRIVING IN BALI
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Driving is on the left side of the road. A variety
of cars (with and without drivers) and motorcycles
are widely available for hire in Bali. The majority
of cars have manual 'stick-shift' transmissions.
Traffic regulations are widely ignored, so driving
yourself may prove stressful unless you are used to
wild road conditions. Since a road accident (common
in Bali) could spoil your trip and ensnare you in
unpleasant proceedings, consider hiring a driver
along with your car. Nevertheless, International
Driving Permits are recognized in Bali.
If you intend to rent a motorcycle, helmets (which
are mandatory) will be supplied by the hire company.
If you are driving yourself, remember that you must
take the responsibility to avoid all other road
users, as vehicles will pull out in front of you
abruptly and expect you to avoid them. Drivers in
Bali rely on audible warnings, so use the horn
regularly to let them know of your presence and when
overtaking. Likewise, other drivers will use their
horns to let you know of their presence. Such horn
use is not considered rude. At night, the use of the
horn is replaced by flashing one's high beams.
Remember to be extra vigilant as many bicycles and
carts are not illuminated and street lighting can be
minimal or absent. In cities, there can be
complicated networks of one-way streets that can be
confusing to navigate; take care not to turn the
wrong way on a one-way street! |
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