🚕 Book your transfer from Candidasa to West Bali National Park now

Book your private car with driver from tranquil east Bali beach town of Candidasa to West Bali National Park (also known as Taman Nasional Bali Barat). The most direct route is 175 kilometers (109 mi) long. Depending on traffic conditions, the route takes around 5 hours and 11 minutes on average. However, Bali traffic is notorious, making travel times sometimes hard to predict.

🌴 Anywhere near Candidasa and West Bali National Park

For the listed tariff, our independent drivers can pick you up anywhere in Candidasa, including Manggis, Candidasa Beach, the Amankila Resort, Bugbug beach, Virgin Beach, Sengkidu and Anom Mendira Beach. The West Bali National Park areas we can drop you off include West bali National Park Banjuwedang, Menjangan Ferry, Gili Putih as well as Pemuteran Beach. We service outside these areas too, but pricing might be slightly different than the tariff listed. Just let us know your departure and destination to find out, or check our Candidasa Taxi and West Bali National Park Taxi pages for popular routes.

🏆 Friendly and reliable local drivers

We work with great independent drivers that meet our high quality standards. The taxi drivers we work with all operate modern cars equipped with air conditioning and are able to communicate in English. They all know the island really well. Any parking fees and tolls are included in the price. But most importantly, you can count on our drivers getting you safely and comfortably through the Bali traffic from Candidasa to your destination in West Bali National Park.

Balitaxi.com connects people that require transport with independent local drivers. We make it easier to organize, plan and book your Bali transfers in advance without haggling on the streets. While we vouch for the drivers that work with us, we do not operate our own cars or taxis.

📍 Optional stops between Candidasa & West Bali National Park

Your trip from Candidasa to West Bali National Park is a great opportunity to explore Bali! Below are suggestions for interesting sights along the route. When booking your Candidasa to West Bali National Park transfer with us, just tell us which extra stop(s) you would like to make along the way! Do note that entrance fees are not included when booking additional stops on your route.

Candidasa West Bali National Park Taman Ujung Water Palace Lempuyang Temple Bali Safari Sukawati Art Market Goa Gajah Lake Beratan Temple Handara Gate Twin Lake Viewpoint Banjar Hot Springs

  1. 1. Taman Ujung Water Palace

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 0 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    Taman Ujung is usually less crowded than some of the other cultural sights in North-East Bali. The Balinese water palace was build by the king of Karangasem, and features multiple ponds that are crossed by spectacular bridges.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Taman Ujung Water Palace is located close from Candidasa (around half an hour). From there it takes around 5 hours to get to West Bali National Park.

  2. 2. Lempuyang Temple

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 0 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDR

    The Lempuyang temple with its iconic Gate of Heaven overlooking Mount Agung has lately become popular with Instagrammers as it is such a scenic place to take pictures. We suggest stopping here for two hours, as you will need to take a shuttle bus from the parking lot, and there might be queues before you are able to take the famous picture.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Lempuyang Temple is located close from Candidasa (less than an hour). From there it takes around 4 hours to get to West Bali National Park.

  3. 3. Bali Safari

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 25 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 300,000 IDR

    Bali Safari & Marine Park is a large zoo where you can board the safari tram to witness animals like zebras, hippos and even lions roaming freely around you. Kids can learn about wildlife at the educational shows. Other highlights include the elephant safari and rainforest trail.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 25 minutes. Bali Safari is located close from Candidasa (around an hour). From there it takes around 5 hours to get to West Bali National Park.

  4. 4. Sukawati Art Market

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 9 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    Sukawati is an artistic village in Bali, known for its crafts and art. At the art market, you will be able to find local art and original Balinese souvenirs at often much lower prices than you will find in Ubud or other tourist areas.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Sukawati Art Market is located close from Candidasa (a little over an hour). From there it takes around 4 hours to get to West Bali National Park.

  5. 5. Goa Gajah

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 27 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    Great cultural and historic stop for a 1-hour visit. Cave temple complex with stone carvings of Hindu gods dating back to the 9th century. The lush surroundings add to the mystical atmosphere. Don't miss out on the spectacular elephant cave!

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 27 minutes. Goa Gajah is located close from Candidasa (around 1 hour 30 minutes). From there it takes around 4 hours to get to West Bali National Park.

  6. 6. Lake Beratan Temple

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 13 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    The Ulan Danu temple on Lake Beratan might be the most iconic spot in Bali. The traditional Balinese temple on the shore of lake Beratan was build almost 400 years ago. Worth a stop if you are driving through the Bedugul area, even though it does get crowded with visitors sometimes.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 13 minutes. Lake Beratan Temple is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 3 hours after departing Candidasa and it will take around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to West Bali National Park from there.

  7. 7. Handara Gate

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 30 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 17 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    This traditional Balinese gate is a popular spot for taking pictures, especially among couples. The green surrounding and hills in the background make it an iconic spot. We suggest stopping here for 30 minutes as sometimes there might be a line of people waiting to take pictures.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 17 minutes. Handara Gate is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 3 hours after departing Candidasa and it will take around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to West Bali National Park from there.

  8. 8. Twin Lake Viewpoint

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 30 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 13 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    Overlook the Tamblingan and Buyan crater lakes from the edge of a volcanic ridge surrounded by forests and mountains. A simple stall sells coffee and tea while you can enjoy this spectacular view.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 13 minutes. Twin Lake Viewpoint is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 3 hours after departing Candidasa and it will take around 2 hours to get to West Bali National Park from there.

  9. 9. Banjar Hot Springs

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 6 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    The traditional Banjar Hot Springs are located in a forest. Visitors can choose between 3 baths with different temperatures. As this is a volcanic hot spring, the water contains sulfur and is said to have healing powers.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Banjar Hot Springs during the second half of your ride from Candidasa to West Bali National Park (after around 4 hours). From there it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to West Bali National Park.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How to get from Candidasa to West Bali National Park?

The fastest way to get from Candidasa to West Bali National Park is by private taxi, and takes roughly 5 hours and 11 minutes. Private transport allows you to see more of Bali by making stops at interesting sights along the way, for example at Taman Ujung Water Palace or Goa Gajah.

❓ How far is the drive from Candidasa to West Bali National Park?

The road from tranquil east Bali beach town of Candidasa to West Bali National Park (also known as Taman Nasional Bali Barat) is 175 kilometer (109 mi) long, and takes roughly 5 hours and 11 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Build some margin if you need to arrive at a specific time, as Bali traffic can be unpredictable.

❓ What interesting tourist sights are on the way from Candidasa to West Bali National Park?

Lempuyang Temple and Taman Ujung Water Palace are directly on the way from Candidasa to West Bali National Park. A stop at Banjar Hot Springs is possible with a short 6 minute detour. Or make a stop at Handara Gate (17 min extra). Check our site for more places worth stopping while driving Candidasa to West Bali National Park.

❓ What is the price of a private taxi from Candidasa to West Bali National Park?

The 175 km (109 mi) route from Candidasa to West Bali National Park takes around 5hr 11min. Taxis are affordable in Bali and this route will only cost you 1,424,000 Indonesian Rupia (IDR). With our taxi drivers, it is even possible to stop at interesting sights along the Candidasa - West Bali National Park route.