Is it better to take a car or scooter on Bali’s mountain serpentine roads, and do drivers normally charge extra for that route?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 11 days ago
TL;DR
On Bali’s mountain roads with steep switchbacks, both cars and scooters are possible, but drivers often charge more because the route is harder. If you drive yourself, you need solid driving skills and extra time because traffic jams can make the trip much longer.
What the community said
If timing is your main concern, build in extra time: these Bali routes often have heavy traffic, and jams can make it hard to fit everything into one day.
11 days ago traffic on Bali mountain roads
Both a car and a scooter can handle the route if you are a confident driver. The road is demanding, with steep descents, climbs, and tight bends, so it can be exhausting for inexperienced drivers.
11 days ago switchbacks, steep descents and climbs
Some travelers find a scooter more comfortable than a car on this kind of route, especially with a local guide or experienced rider, because it feels more maneuverable on narrow winding sections.
11 days ago scooter with a guide
If a driver asks for a higher fare, that is generally understandable for a difficult mountain route: in Bali, prices are often raised for steep serpentine roads because of extra driving time, vehicle strain, and the overall difficulty of the trip.
11 days ago extra charge for a difficult road