Is Nusa Dua safe?
The safest and quietest part of Bali: guarded resorts, patrolled beaches and little street crime.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 5/5, very safe.
- US travel advisory: Level 2: Exercise increased caution, updated 2026-07-06.
- Homicide rate in Indonesia: 0.3 per 100,000 people (2022, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths in Indonesia: 11.3 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 113 · All emergencies 112.
Safety in Nusa Dua at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Crime | Very low crime; occasional theft from unattended beach bags. |
| At night | Quiet and well lit inside the enclave; little nightlife. Taxis are available at hotels. |
| Solo women | Very comfortable for solo women inside the enclave and resorts; outside, normal Bali precautions apply. |
| Other risks | Jet-ski and parasailing accidents; Strong sun; Rough surf past the reef |
Scams, areas and local laws
Common scams
- Water sports operators charging inflated prices at Tanjung Benoa
- Unlicensed taxi touts near resort gates
- Timeshare presentations offering free gifts
Take care
- Jet-ski and parasailing operators: check safety gear and insurance
- Tanjung Benoa beach: crowded with touts
- Rough surf outside the reef
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- From 2026, sex outside marriage and unmarried cohabitation are crimes, prosecuted only on a spouse's, parent's or child's complaint
- Drug trafficking can bring the death penalty; even small amounts mean prison
- Disrespecting temples or sacred sites in Bali can lead to deportation
How Nusa Dua compares in Indonesia
| Place | Safety |
|---|---|
| Nusa Dua | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Bali | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Ubud | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Canggu | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Seminyak | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Uluwatu | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Yogyakarta | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Gili Islands | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Nusa Penida | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Lombok | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Labuan Bajo | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Sanur | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Raja Ampat | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Mount Bromo | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Bandung | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Nusa Lembongan | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Lake Toba | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Kuta Lombok | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Amed | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Batam | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Bintan | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Malang | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Bukit Lawang | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Surabaya | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Manado | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Tana Toraja | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Jimbaran | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Jakarta | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Kuta | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Medan | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
Quick answers
Is Nusa Dua safe for solo female travelers?
Very comfortable for solo women inside the enclave and resorts; outside, normal Bali precautions apply.
Is Nusa Dua safe at night?
Quiet and well lit inside the enclave; little nightlife. Taxis are available at hotels.
What is the crime rate in Nusa Dua?
Very low crime; occasional theft from unattended beach bags. Nationally, Indonesia records 0.3 homicides per 100,000 people a year (2022).
What number do I call in an emergency in Nusa Dua?
Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 113 · All emergencies 112.
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Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- BIMC Hospital
- Ngurah Rai Airport
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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