Sunglasses for Riding in Bali: How to Choose the Right Pair
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 3 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
Sunglasses for riding in Bali are more than a style choice: strong sun, dust and wind on the road can tire your eyes quickly. Here is how to choose a pair that is safe and comfortable for riding a scooter or driving a car.
Bali has strong sunlight almost all year round, and the roads from Kuta to Ubud or from Seminyak to Canggu are often busy with dust and exhaust. For scooter riders, eyes that are glaring or watering can reduce concentration at exactly the wrong moment. This guide is written by the local SiapPergi team, who deliver scooters and cars to hotels, villas and Ngurah Rai Airport across Bali every day.
Why sunglasses matter when riding in Bali
Wind and road dust dry out your eyes, while strong UV light can cause glare for the whole journey. The right pair helps you see more clearly and keeps your eyes comfortable, especially on longer trips north to Lovina or Kintamani.
How to choose the right sunglasses
- UV protection: choose a pair labelled UV400 or 100% UV protection.
- Lenses that are not too dark: very dark lenses are risky in shaded areas or at night.
- A frame that fits: loose frames can slip when you turn to check your mirror.
- Polarised lenses: these help reduce glare from wet roads or water.
- Light, shatter-resistant material: safer if you fall or are hit by dust.
Quick comparison
| Type | Advantages | Drawbacks |
|---|---|---|
| Basic dark lenses | Cheap, easy to find | No UV protection can actually harm your eyes |
| UV400 lenses | Protect eyes from harmful rays | Slightly more expensive |
| Polarised lenses | Reduce glare on wet roads | Phone or dashboard screens may look dark |
Prices and availability in shops can change at any time. Check the UV protection label before you buy.
Practical tips on the road
- Carry a spare pair or a small cleaning cloth in your bag.
- Do not wear cracked or scratched glasses, as they can distort your view.
- In the rain, use clear lenses or keep your lenses clean, and wear a raincoat.
- Take off dark sunglasses when riding through tunnels or at night.
- In a car, make sure your sunglasses do not block your view of the rear-view mirror.
Other gear worth bringing
Besides sunglasses, a properly fitting helmet and a raincoat are the main essentials. If you rent a scooter from SiapPergi, two helmets are included with every scooter, and a raincoat and phone holder can be added as extras. You can also see the available gear on the gear rental page.
Make sure you are ready to ride
Good sunglasses do not replace a valid driving licence. Scooter riders must carry a motorcycle licence; foreign visitors generally need their home-country licence together with an International Driving Permit (IDP) that includes the motorcycle category. These rules are set by the police and can change, so check the official source before you travel.
How SiapPergi can help
SiapPergi rents scooters and cars across Bali at fixed catalogue prices, from Rp70.000 per day for scooters and Rp310.000 per day for cars. Vehicles are delivered directly to your hotel, villa, home or Ngurah Rai Airport with no delivery fee. There is no deposit, your passport or ID is not held, and you pay in Rupiah when the vehicle arrives. Book on WhatsApp at +6281808001102 (every day 07.00–23.00 WITA).
To see the vehicles available, visit scooter rental or car rental, and for the booking steps see how to book.
Ready to rent a scooter or car?
Fixed catalogue prices, delivered to your hotel or villa. Book on WhatsApp and pay when the vehicle arrives.
This guide follows the SiapPergi editorial policy: facts are checked, market prices are given as ranges and mistakes are corrected.