Can't be torn off modern man from the internet. And this is not a bad thing, this is a normal development of civilization. V global network there are many opportunities both during and after riding the waves, it is important to have access to resources at hand. In Bali, the IT sector is developing gradually and a leap in Internet coverage has been noted in recent years. A tourist here today gets a full set of excellent internet conditions. Let's take a closer look.
Provision options
The situation has objectively improved, but there may still be problems with the speed and generally the availability of the network. There are several options to get online:
- 3G internet.
- ADSL access.
- Fiber optic networks.
- Wi-Fi.
Each of these types has its own characteristics and functionality... Depending on your personal expectations and needs, you can find the optimal solution. We will tell you what to look for and how to choose the right conditions.
ADSL access
Many of the houses on the island do not have internet, so do not expect to have constant access at hand. In the ADSL field in Bali, the monopoly is offered by Telekom Speedy. A landline telephone is required to connect. Price for 1 Mbit = $ 34
Fiber optic networks
The maximum speed is provided with this access. The cost of services corresponding to $ 100 and is determined by the area of your residence.
Coating wireless internet there is an excellent network in all cafes and tourist attractions. The speed is small, but it is quite affordable for instant messengers or working with maps. The cost is favorable and this option allows you to significantly save on Internet services during the trip.
In Bali, during your vacation, you can try several options for accessing the network. If you are visiting for a short time, it is best to purchase a Telkomsel SIM card and close the question. You give away only $ 4 and use a pretty good internet.
You probably don't want to bother with home internet, so Mobile Internet will be your best choice.
Good speed and constantly evolving coverage. Bali today has 4 key operators XL, Smart, Telkomsel, Tri. To increase your network speed, we recommend purchasing a USB dongle, which costs about $ 20. Alternative option take the modem with you, after reflashing it. The cost of service on the island is acceptable and amounts to $ 10-15 per month. But there is a feature that it is difficult to find an unlimited network with good and constant access.
Telkomsel offers a SIM card for $ 2 and an additional package of 4 GB, for which you will have to pay about $ 6. For tourists, the optimal solution is a package for 1 month that is more profitable than purchasing a two-week option. But be prepared for the fact that after passing through the allocated volume of traffic, the speed will drop significantly.
XL is noticeably cheaper, but the coverage area is significantly inferior. The same goes for Tri, the operator offers the fastest traffic on the island, but the coverage is poor. Smart is the most affordable option in Bali. It offers unlimited territory with access via modem or telephone. The cost is affordable, the speed is high, but on weekends and in the evenings there may be connection failures and a drop in speed.
Tips: Keep an eye on the traffic after going beyond the included package, the cost rises sharply. Be sure to check the tariff often, the Internet in the evening and at night can be very limited.
Do not count on a comfortable unlimited on the island, there are practically no such tariffs!
Don't overpay! In order to have an always working and functional Internet, it is enough to spend 10-15 dollars. You can fly in for a much larger amount, so do not rush to choose an operator.
In this article, you will find out where to buy a sim card, how to get in touch with relatives cheaper, and also where to call in extreme situations.
Best Mobile Operator in Bali
Today there are several "mobile giants" operating in Bali, but Telkomsel and XL Axiata Tbk are considered the most convenient for foreigners. Market leaders are distinguished by a wide coverage area, decent signal quality and acceptable prices services.
Each company has its own competitive advantage. In particular, XL Axiata Tbk's big plus is its affordable internet and 3G support, and Telkomsel provides a reliable Wi-Fi and EDGE network.
Where and how to buy a sim card
Before buying a SIM card, you need to understand exactly where and how often you plan to call, and also decide whether you need different SIM cards for local calls and calls abroad, or one will be enough.
For tourists traveling with a family or a company, it will be more profitable to take SIM cards of the same operator and connect a group tariff.
You can buy a SIM card in communication shops, stores cell phones and points of sale along the main city roads. We do not recommend that you rush and buy a SIM card from Balinese sellers at the airport, because in this case you risk being deceived in the price.
An Indonesian SIM card will cost about 15-25 thousand rupees ($ 1.5-2), although in popular tourist places the prices may be higher, so do not forget to bargain so as not to overpay. In order to avoid further incidents, it is better to ask the assistants of the salon to activate the SIM card on the spot, while you have not gone about your business.
It is advisable to top up the balance when buying a SIM card, since the amount that will appear on your account will not be enough for calls abroad. It is better to have at least 100-150 thousand rupees ($ 7.5-10) or more on your account.
Home calls
If you want to make an inexpensive call home to Russia or the CIS countries from a local number, it is better to do this using ip-telephony. Each mobile operator has its own codes: for Telkomsel, before the country code and dialing a ten-digit number, press "01017".
If you have a XL Axiata Tbk SIM card, dial the code 01000. You will get approximately the following combination of numbers if you call to Russia: 01000-7-XXX-XXX-XX-XX. A conversation using the above method will cost quite cheaply - about 2.5 thousand rupees (approximately 10 rubles) per minute of conversation. The price of an SMS message to Russia will be about 700 rupees (≈ 3 rubles).
When making calls to landline phones to dial an international line, use 001, then enter the country code, city and dial the number.
Best way to call Indonesian numbers
A minute of conversation within Indonesia will cost about 1.5 thousand rupees (6-7 rubles). Calling after midnight is much more profitable: the price of a minute drops by almost 2 times, and an SMS will cost about 150 rupees (0.6 rubles).
For calls to local numbers, you must first dial the international area code +62, and then the operator code and phone number.
If you call another subscriber within the network, then the code +62 must be replaced with zero. And the dialed number will look like this: 0 812 XXX XXXX.
Mobile Internet in Bali
Despite the fact that the island has long been "digitized", and Internet technologies are developing here by leaps and bounds, the signal quality and connection speed are still far from ideal, and best of all "catches" in popular tourist locations, as well as in hotels and restaurants.
In general, mobile communications are well developed in Indonesia, especially in popular tourist destinations and in big cities.
Mobile operators in Bali (Indonesia)
There are 3 major mobile operators in Bali and throughout Indonesia: Telkomsel, Axiata and Indosat
Telkomsel in Bali
Telkomsel is the mobile branch of Telkom Indonesia. It is the most cost-effective for the usual needs of tourists. Telkomsel accounts for over 40 percent of the market mobile services Indonesia. It is the only mobile operator operating in every province of this country, without exception.
Starter packages. Types of Telkosel SIM cards:
Kartu As.
Local package. 3000 minutes on the network for 58 thousand rupees and 400 minutes to all networks for 16500 rupees per month.
SimPATI.
The most popular package among tourists. This 4G package costs Rs 10K, has a daily quota of 300MB, 5000 rupees per mobile account and is valid for 30 days. ()
Loop
The package is focused primarily on those who are in transit in the country. That is, they have a very short period of validity. It can be taken separately for voice communication for 60 minutes of a call of Rs 2,000, or for Rs 47,000 for three days for 15 GB of Internet. ()
Contract card Kartu Halo.
Oriented locally, of course. Has 8 tariff plans cost from 100 thousand. rupees up to 550 thousand rupees per month. They contain a lot of Internet, a lot of SMS, a lot of free minutes in their home network. ()
Official site - www.telkomsel.com
Find out your number, check and top up Telkomsel balance
- Find out the balance and the end of the validity period: * 888 #
- Remaining Internet traffic and bonuses: * 889 #
- Find out your number: * 808 #
Extension of validity period (SIM card validity period):
You can extend the validity of a SIM card for that kind of money:
Rp 5,000 - 7 days
Rp 10,000 - 15 days
Rp 15.000 - 20 days
Rp 20,000 - 30 days
Rp 25,000 - 30 days
Rp 50,000 - 45 days
Rp 100,000 - 60 days
Rp 150,000 - 120 days
Rp 200,000 - 150 days
Rp 300,000 - 180 days
The official mobile phone app on Android and on iOS
Axiata in Bali
Axiata is one of the most important Malaysian telecommunications services operator in Asia. Has coverage in Bali at 90 percent. There are 2 types of starter packages - with 2 MB 3G and 4G / LTE traffic.
- Official site — https://www.xl.co.id/
Find out your number, check and top up Axiata balance
- Account verification - * 123 #.
- By the same number, a menu will appear from which you can find out everything you need.
Indosat in Bali
Indosat also has reliable coverage in Bali and other main islands in Indonesia. The Freedom packages are currently in use. Previously used IM and Mentari have been phased out.
Find out your number. Check and top up Indosat balance
- Balance check - * 555 #
- Internet packages connection - * 123 # and * 363 # ( Tariffs).
- Find out your number - * 123 * 30 #
- Remaining Mb - sms "usage" to number 363
Indosat mobile application
Convenient application for Android and for iOS... Everything can be connected and configured in it.
Call to Russia from Bali with mobile number Telkomsel is possible by dialing first the code 01017, then - the Russian number without 8. For example, if you need to call the Russian number 8999 ** 1212, you will need to dial 01017 999 ** 1212. Then the price of a minute of conversation will be no more than $ 0.2, and SMS - somewhere around $ 0.05.
A call to an Indonesian number from an Indonesian SIM card costs from 5 to 10 cents. per minute, billing is per second. The cost of the first minute is higher than each subsequent one. The tariffs are the same throughout Indonesia, there is no roaming between regions. At the same time, from 11 pm to 6 pm the prices for calls are lower than during the day.
To call from Russia or another country to an Indonesian mobile number, you must dial at the very beginning +62 (Indonesia code).
Calls from Bali
In order to call home in the Russian Federation or another country of the former USSR from an Indonesian number at the lowest price, you can use IP telephony. Each mobile operator in Indonesia has its own code. If a call is made from a Telkomsel SIM card, dial 01017 before the international code of your country. When calling from an Axiata SIM card, dial 01000. For example, when calling a Russian number, you will need approximately the following set of numbers: 01000-7-XXX-XXX -XX-XX. In this case, a conversation will be inexpensive - about 2,500 Indonesian rupiahs (this is about $ 0.02) for 1 minute. An SMS in the Russian Federation will cost about 700 rupees in Indonesia (about $ 0.05).
To call home from Bali to a landline number, you need to dial 001, then enter the country code, area code and number.
The cheapest calls home are at Wartel Telecom points, where after 11 pm the tariffs are reduced. To call from a pay phone, you need to purchase the appropriate phone card, which is sold in supermarkets, post offices in Indonesia and newspaper stalls.
Calls to Bali from other countries
To call a Balinese number from a landline in another country, you must first dial 8, then 10, then 62 (Indonesia code), then 361 (Bali code), then the subscriber's number.
To call from a mobile in another country to a mobile number in Bali, you need to dial +62 (Indonesia code), then the operator code and the subscriber number.
Calls within Indonesia
When calling from a mobile in Indonesia to another number in this country, a minute of conversation will cost about 1,500 Indonesian rupees. At night, calls are much cheaper: 1 minute costs almost half the price, while SMS costs only about 150 Indonesian rupees.
To call from one Indonesian mobile number to another, you must first dial the Indonesia code +62, then the operator code and the subscriber number. If the call is made to a number belonging to the same Indonesian mobile operator as your number, you need to dial zero instead of +62.
Where to buy a SIM card in Bali
SIM cards in Bali are sold in many places: mobile phone shops, supermarkets, airport. There are a lot of points of sale in tourist places, you can find it without any problems. Except in critical situations, do not rush to purchase a SIM card already at the airport, as it will be too expensive. In the mall, it will be cheaper.
Internet in Bali
It is not recommended to use a non-Indonesian SIM card for mobile Internet in Indonesia mobile operator, since such an Internet will cost too much. The costs can be significant. It is possible to connect roaming with your home operator, so as not to go broke to such an extent, but it will still be much more expensive than using a special tourist or Indonesian SIM card.
Although in most of the Southeast Asian countries the Internet is now almost flawlessly developed and there is Wi-Fi in every hotel, in Indonesia the situation is less rosy. Wi-Fi in this country is not present in every hotel, even in such popular tourist regions as Bali. Therefore, you should carefully select the hotel. However, if you only need mobile Internet, you can limit yourself to buying a SIM card with mobile traffic... Wi-Fi is also available in some (but also not all) restaurants, cafes, large shopping centers. There are also Internet cafes in Bali.
However, in terms of the development of mobile Internet, Indonesia is inferior to Russia, Ukraine and Belarus. Its speed here is often not high enough. When buying an Indonesian SIM card for Internet access, you should not strive to buy a card that supposedly has a high speed, since in fact it will still be low.
To connect to the mobile Internet, you should buy a SIM card from one of the main Indonesian operators - Telkomsel, Axiata or Indosat.
Internet in Bali for tourists
The most economical option is to use mobile Internet packages. Local operators offer many packages with different terms and volumes. One of the most popular among tourists is the Telkomsel SimPATI package. SimPATI package tariffs are as follows:
- 5 GB for 3 days - Rs 28,000 - IDR;
- 5 GB for 7 days - 36,000 IDR
- 10 GB for 7 days - 45,000 IDR
- 6 GB for 30 days - 60,000 IDR
Cable internet in Bali
Telkom Speedy Bali provides cable connection based on ADSL technology. The disadvantage is the use of telephone cables, which have not been updated in Bali for a very long time, therefore, they have low bandwidth and are often cut off. In most cases, if you need more or less high-quality Internet, then mobile will often be a better option than cable. But of course it is better to check on the spot.
Communication in our time is accessible and simple. And the Island of the Gods is no exception. cellular, mobile internet, wi-fi - all the benefits of civilization are available to tourists, inexpensively and conveniently. You just need to understand the nuances. We will help you with this - we will tell you how and where to buy a SIM card, how much to put on the account, how to call home and the Salvation Army, where to find a Wi-Fi or an Internet modem.
1. ROAMING
First of all, if you are not going to buy a local SIM card, check the roaming conditions with your cellular operator... Most often, it is cheaper to connect Additional services for those traveling abroad. Contact the representatives of the mobile operator in advance, find out about the possible conditions and tariffs.
2. CELLULAR COMMUNICATION IN BALI
There are 2 main Indonesian operators most popular on the island: XL and TELKOMSEL... They are distinguished good prices local and international calls and reception quality. You can buy the coveted piece of plastic in shops located along the main roads of settlements, with large posters for advertising cellular communications. No documents are required to buy the coveted piece of plastic. The price of a SIM card is on average about 15-20 thousand rupees (about $ 2), but in tourist areas, the price can be infinitely inflated. Haggle and don't let the crooks cheat you. The card usually only has a starting 5 thousand rupees - this amount will not be enough for you to stay in touch. Put 50-100 thousand rupees ($ 5-10) into your account when buying, this money can be enough for a week, or even more.
You can top up the balance in the same shops and at the cash desks of the shops. IndoMaret, CircleK, AlfaMart... A TELKOMSEL subscriber can check the balance using the combination *888#
, to XL subscriber - *123#
.
3. CALLS TO RUSSIA
It is cheaper to call home from a local SIM card using special codes IP telephony. For TELCOMSEL it is 01017
... You must dial these numbers before the country code and the subscriber's number (01017-7 (Russia code) - 000 (operator code) - 000-00-00 (phone number)).
For XL, you need to use the code 01000
(for example 01000-7-000-000-00-00).
For calls to a landline phone, the code 001 is used (access to an international line), then the country, region code and subscriber number.
4. CALLS FROM RUSSIA TO INDONESIAN NUMBERS
For calls to Bali from a mobile, you need to dial the country code +62, followed by the operator code and the subscriber number. From a landline phone, the dialing procedure is slightly different: first, the international access code (10) is dialed, then the country code, operator and subscriber number.
5. CODES AND IMPORTANT PHONES
We hand over the remaining secrets: island code Bali - 361, Jakarta - 21... These codes are used to call landlines. I hope your vacation will not be overshadowed by emergencies, but it's always better to play it safe: write it down in the memory of your mobile phones emergency services. Inquiry service - 108. Police - 110. Fire service - 113. Ambulance – 118.
6. MOBILE INTERNET
If the Internet on your phone is enough for you, then subscribe to the service package from a mobile operator. Combinations of numbers for activating service packages are indicated on the packaging of the SIM card. For those who need a 3G modem, it is better to use the services of such operators as Smart and Broadband... Tariffs and terms of sale of 3G modems are constantly changing, the quality of reception is guaranteed only in tourist centers, and the speed of the Internet connection leaves much to be desired.
7. WI-FI
Everything is as usual here. The benefits of civilization have come to the Island of the Gods almost everywhere: in tourist areas, free wi-fi is available in hotels, shops, cafes and restaurants. The connection speed is different everywhere, but it should be noted that watching videos online will not work everywhere. Island internet - slow internet.
In our time, communication is an integral part of life. Even at night we keep the phone by the bed, and during the day we check Facebook 10 times, we cannot disappear from Instagram for 2 weeks, and working documentation even on vacation continues to arrive at email... And it will be so in Bali. Use the information collected for you, call your mom, sign up for a lesson at Endless summer by phone, stay up to date with the news and answer work letters.
Good network signal and long vacations!
The Indonesian tourist destination is slightly behind such popular Asian countries as Thailand and Vietnam. The situation with the Internet is somewhat worse here. At the same time, the number of Internet users in the country continues to grow (this is especially true of 3 G-connections), and Indonesia ranks second in the world in terms of the number of Facebook users. In addition, local mobile operators offer their customers favorable rates and provide acceptable signal reception.
general information
Let's make a reservation right away that it's not worth using the services of Russian providers in Indonesia - it's too expensive. Cellular communication operates in all major cities of the country, but in remote areas, coverage problems may periodically arise.
Big cities also delight with an impressive number of Internet cafes (pay attention to the signs Internet or Warnet ). These cafes work until late in the evening, but the equipment here leaves much to be desired, and the low prices are quite consistent with the low speed of the Internet. In order to enter Russian portals (if it succeeds at all), you need to be patient.
Calling on a landline phone will be quite expensive, but after 23:00 the cost of an international call at call points Wartel Telecom decreases significantly. Calling cards can be bought at the post office, in mall or a newsstand.
International country code - 62 ... Ambulance operators answer phone calls 118 , police number - 110 , the fire brigade - 113 ... Phone for information - 108 .
As noted above, optimal solution for the tourist there will be a purchase of a local SIM card. There are several mobile operators in Indonesia, the largest of which are Telkomsel and Excelcomindo ... The company is also popular Indosat .
There is an Indonesian SIM card 50-100 rubles , but in some tourist areas the price can skyrocket. There is no need to present a passport or any other documents. The balance (if desired by the buyer) is replenished on the spot. In order to avoid misunderstandings, it is recommended to ask the seller for help in activating the SIM card. Big discounts are offered for internal calls between customers of the same provider.
SIM cards are sold in communication salons, shopping malls and even in small street shops. You can buy a SIM card at the airport, but such a purchase will cost several times more.
A minute of domestic conversation will cost the local cardholder 3-6 rubles , SMS - 50 kopecks ... The starting price of a minute conversation with Russia is 8 rubles , SMS - order two rubles .
Mobile Internet andWi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is not available in all Indonesian hotels. But free wifi is available in many city restaurants, cafes and shopping malls. Wi-Fi is also available within popular resort areas.
For those who are interested in the ability to access the Network on an ongoing basis, it is better to contact one of the 3G providers. These are the operators already listed in the paragraph above, as well as CBN and AHA ... In Jakarta and Surabaya, in addition to 3G, a high-speed standard is also offered 3.5 G -connection.
Monthly package prices unlimited internet depend on the operator you have chosen, and the connection speed and fluctuate in the range 350-650 rubles ... Of course, there are cheaper options. In addition, you can connect for a shorter period (for example, 14 days). Note that there is no particular reason to overpay for speed, since the mobile Internet in Indonesia can be called fast only with a big stretch.
Signal quality decreases with distance from major cities and major resorts in the country.
Cable internet
Those who are going to stay in Indonesia for a long time will certainly be interested in the state of affairs with the wired Internet. The largest ADSL provider in Indonesia is PT Telcom ... Unfortunately, in many parts of the country (in particular, this applies to Bali) telephone cables they are rarely changed, and the ones available are quite old and are characterized by low bandwidth. The monthly bill usually consists of the payment for the provider's services and the cost of using the PT Telcom line, making 800-1000 rub. at a speed of 3 megabits per second.
In general, despite some disadvantages (low speed, interruptions in signal reception in remote areas), serious problems with communication in Indonesia should not arise. SIM cards of the main local providers can be easily purchased in large cities and resort areas of the country, and if necessary, you can use Internet cafes and landline phones.
