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Watching Balinese Dance by Scooter: Kecak at Uluwatu, Legong in Ubud & Barong in Batubulan

By the siappergi.com team · Published · 6 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia

Watching Balinese Dance by Scooter: Kecak at Uluwatu, Legong in Ubud & Barong in Batubulan
Watching Balinese Dance by Scooter: Kecak at Uluwatu, Legong in Ubud & Barong in Batubulan · Infographic: © SiapPergi (siappergi.com) · licence

Balinese dance is one of Indonesia's most captivating cultural traditions. With a scooter you can see Kecak at sunset, Legong in Ubud and Barong in the morning without being tied to a tour schedule. Here's how.

Performance options

PerformanceLocationUsual timeNotes
KecakUluwatu TempleBefore sunsetVery busy; arrive 1 hour early
Legong & other dancesUbud (palaces & village halls)EveningProgramme changes nightly
Barong & KrisBatubulanMorningCombine with Ubud

Schedules, tickets and venues can change. Check the boards on site or ask your hotel.

Tips

  • Arrive early for seats and parking.
  • Dress modestly; some venues are inside temple grounds.
  • At Uluwatu, protect your belongings from monkeys — keep them under the seat.
  • Plan the ride back at night carefully — see riding at night in Bali.

The road out of Uluwatu Temple after Kecak is jammed. Wait 15–20 minutes for the scooter rush to ease before you leave.

Best scooters

ScooterEngineDailyWeeklyMonthly
Honda Scoopy (Gen 4)110ccIDR 90,000IDR 515,000IDR 1,410,000
Honda Vario 125125ccIDR 100,000IDR 515,000IDR 1,510,000
Yamaha NMAX 155 (Gen 2)155ccIDR 150,000IDR 902,000IDR 2,260,000

Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel or villa with 2 helmets, and you pay when it arrives — no deposit.

Related: Uluwatu beaches route, Kuta to Ubud and temple etiquette. All scooters at SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I see the Kecak dance in Bali?

Most famously at Uluwatu Temple before sunset; there are Kecak shows in Ubud too.

When are the dance shows in Ubud?

Usually in the evening, with a programme that changes nightly.

Where can I see the Barong dance?

In Batubulan, usually in the morning.

Is it safe to ride back at night after Kecak?

Yes with care, but the road is congested; wait a little and ride slowly.

This guide follows the SiapPergi editorial policy: facts are checked, market prices are given as ranges and mistakes are corrected. Spotted something wrong? Report a correction.

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