Bali Transportation

BALI SEA TRAVEL

There is four times as much sea in Indonesia as land and for many centuries transportationamong the islands has been principally by boat. Tiny ports are scattered all over the archipelago and the only way to reach many areas is by sea.
To trawl by boat you need plenty of time. Most ships are small and are at the mercy of the sea and the seasons. Think of it as a romantic journey and don't be in a hurry.
Pelni (Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia), the national passenger line, has 10 large ships (some 70 ships total) criss-crossing the archipelago carrying up to 1,500 passengers each. These boats travel on fixed schedules and the first and second class cabins are comfortable. Check the route map above for destinations served and contact Pelni's main office for a current schedule.
The new German-built passenger ships are modem and comfortable. Fares are fixed, and there are up to 5 classes, determining how many people share a cabin and kinds of services. Book through travel agents in Bali.

To and From Bali