Bali is full of people who came alone and left with a group chat. The system works; here is how to plug in.
Where it happens#
| Area | The easy way in |
|---|---|
| Canggu | Surf lesson at Batu Bolong, a co-working day pass, sunset on the beach |
| Ubud | Yoga class, cooking class, a hostel with a pool |
| Uluwatu | Surf, cliff bars at sunset, Single Fin on Sunday |
| Nusa Penida / Lembongan | Snorkel boat with the same eight people |
| Gili Islands | Hostels, dive courses, no cars |
Things with a start time#
A surf lesson, a yoga class, a cooking class with a Balinese family, a sunrise Batur hike (everyone meets at 2am), a Nusa Penida day.
Online#
Post your trip on Roavi Community with your dates. Travellers heading to Bali in the next two weeks appear in the same place, and Local Friends can reply. How to find a travel buddy.
Balinese people#
How to meet locals in Bali and first time in Bali: dos and don'ts. A Local Friend is the shortcut: their village, their warung, their temple day. The rest: Bali travel guide, things to do in Bali, is Bali safe?, best time to visit. Thailand instead? Thailand vs Bali.
Meet someone from Bali on your first day.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
Where do solo travellers meet in Bali?
Canggu (surf lessons, co-working, sunset at Batu Bolong), Ubud (yoga classes, cooking classes, hostels), Uluwatu (surf, cliff bars), Nusa Penida and Lembongan (snorkel boats), and the Gili Islands by boat.Is there an app to find a travel buddy in Bali?
Roavi Community lets you post a trip with your dates and see other travellers heading to Bali in the next two weeks, plus Local Friends who live there. Nomad and surf groups on Facebook are also active.Is Bali good for solo travellers?
One of the best places in the world for it: safe, cheap, social, and full of classes and day trips designed for people arriving alone. The scooter is the main risk.How do I meet Balinese people, not only expats?
A homestay instead of a villa, a warung at lunch, a temple ceremony if invited, a cooking class with a Balinese family, and a Local Friend who shows you their village. The locals guide has more.Is it safe to travel Bali with someone I just met?
Generally yes, with the usual rules: public places first, your own room and money, no scooter rides without a licence and a helmet, and no 'investments' in anyone's villa project.
This article was written with the help of AI and reviewed by the Roavi team.
