Common Tourist Scams in Bali & How to Avoid Them: Money Changers, Rentals, Tickets & More
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 6 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
Bali is safe and welcoming, but like every popular destination it has a few scams aimed at visitors. The good news: they're easy to avoid once you know the patterns.
Scams to watch for
| Scam | How to avoid it |
|---|---|
| Money changer with a too-good rate | Use licensed changers; count yourself; never hand the cash back |
| Rental demanding full transfer up front | Choose rentals that accept payment on delivery |
| Damage claims after the rental | Photos/video of the condition at handover |
| Unofficial tickets/guides at attractions | Buy at official counters; follow the signs |
| Unmetered taxis or unclear prices | Agree the price first or use an app |
If it happens
- Stay calm and note the time, place and evidence (photos, chats, receipts).
- Report to the tourist police or the nearest police station.
- For transfers, contact your bank immediately.
- Keep emergency numbers handy — emergency numbers for riders.
An honest rental won't mind you photographing the scooter at handover and will give you the price in writing on WhatsApp.
Scooter rental with no deposit
| Scooter | Engine | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda BeAT (Gen 4–5) | 110cc | IDR 80,000 | IDR 425,000 | IDR 1,210,000 |
| Honda Scoopy (Gen 4) | 110cc | IDR 90,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,410,000 |
| Honda Vario 125 | 125cc | IDR 100,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,510,000 |
Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel, villa, the airport or bus terminal with 2 helmets, and you pay when it arrives — no deposit.
Minimum rental 2 days. Related: trusted scooter rental in Bali, upfront payment scams, checking a scooter at handover and SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common tourist scams in Bali?
Dodgy money changers, rentals demanding full payment up front, fake damage claims and unofficial tickets.
How do I choose a safe money changer?
Use a licensed one, count the cash yourself and never hand it back after counting.
How do I avoid scooter rental scams?
Don't transfer the full amount up front to an unverifiable account; photograph the scooter at handover.
Do I have to pay SiapPergi in advance?
No. You pay when the scooter arrives.
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