Bali With a Toddler: 12 Things We Wish We Knew Before Booking

Young family exploring a traditional stone temple entry with young children on a Bali toddler travel trip.

Thinking about taking your little one to Bali? It’s completely different from traveling as a couple. From stroller realities to why the villa pool might be your main attraction, here is our honest, firsthand guide to navigating Bali with a toddler without losing your mind.

Is Bali Safe for Families in 2026? What I Wish I Knew Before Landing With a 2- & 5-Year-Old

family with two young children exploring a lush garden in Bali Indonesia 2026.

Is Bali genuinely safe for a family holiday in 2026? We survived Bali with our 2- and 5-year-olds and realized the safety risks aren’t what you think. Forget crime—we’re talking ‘sidewalk-less’ roads, villa pool reality, and the traffic. Here is our honest ranking of the safest areas and the 7 critical updates every parent needs before landing.