Best time to visit Kuta
Due to its tropical climate, Kuta can be enjoyed all year round, but the best time to visit is the dry season (May to September). This is when the surrounding nature is at its best as the weather is sunny and dry, with low humidity. Expect the town and beaches to be busy with surfers and sunbathers.
The wet season (October to April) increases both rainfall and humidity, but also creates a lush and green landscape. Surfing can also be better during this period, with larger swells and less crowded beaches.
Find out more about the best time to visit Indonesia.
How to get to Kuta
To get the best out of Kuta and the surrounding area, try and have either your own car or motorbike – the north-south road to the airport is good but the east-west coastal road is still cursed by potholes.
By shuttle bus
Perama operates a shuttle service to Kuta from the Gili Islands, Senggigi, Lembar and Mataram (minimum two people).
By bus and bemo
Buses and bemos serve Kuta from Mataram’s Mandalika terminal with a change at Praya’s bus station.
Plan your trip to Bali with the Rough Guide to Bali and Gili Islands.