Bali Risks Drought In Top Tourism Destinations: Here’s What Tourists Need To Know

As the climate changes, the impact is felt by the most vulnerable people, and the Bali Government is working to implement anticipatory measures to support both local communities and tourists as the risk of drought looms over the island.

Core Overview & Regional Developments

Speaking to reporters this week, Bali Regional Secretary Dewa Made Indra confirmed that the Bali Provincial Government is anticipating drought due to the long dry season and is implementing clean water assistance from now on.

He explained, “We are currently facing a dry season, which could potentially lead to drought and limited water resources. Therefore, the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) has coordinated preparations, checked all equipment, and jointly identified areas where water shortages exist. We will provide clean water assistance.”

Indra confirmed that mass distribution of clean water has begun in several areas reporting reduced water supplies. He explained it already exists, has started, and has been implemented in several districts, including Buleleng in Bangli.

He reiterated that solutions to the water crisis in the field continue under cross-agency coordination. Bangli Regency is best known to tourists for destinations like Kintamani and Penglipuran Village; Buleleng Regency is home to destinations like Lovina, Munduk, and Pemuteran. 

Indra explained that local governments are not only focusing on meeting daily water consumption needs for communities, but also maintaining the reliability of agricultural irrigation to prevent crop failure. The Department of Agriculture has also confirmed that it has coordinated with the Ministry of Agriculture and then mapped the drilled wells that can be activated.

Operational Details & Local Coordination

Indra shared, “Those that can be drilled have all been mapped and worked on, but this is ongoing. We hope this long dry season won’t last too long and we can soon enter the rainy season.” The Bali Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) has recorded 529 families affected by drought as of mid-August 2026, and this is expected to rise. 

By the beginning of this week,  305,000 liters of clean water have been distributed to the community, including 158,000 liters in Buleleng, 137,000 liters in Jembrana, and 10,000 liters in Karangasem.

Speaking to the Head of the Bali Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), I Gede Agung Teja Bhusana Yadnya, stated that in order to support the regional secretary’s instructions, the deployment of water tankers continues to be increased across the province. 

Tourists traveling to Bali in the coming months, before the rainy season begins, should be mindful of water consumption. While there is no suggestion at the moment that water usage limits will be implemented, it is important to consider water use, especially in drought-prone areas of the north, east and west of the island.

Fresh water consumption is also something that tourists should be aware of year-round in destinations like the Nusa Islands and the Gili Islands.

Traveler Perspectives & Corridor Insights

While the Gili Islands are not technically part of Bali Province, they are often added on as a destination for Bali travelers. Water shortages are very common on the Gili Islands and water consumption limits are often in place. 

Just as the island becomes hotter and drier, and the impacts of the dry season are being felt more intensely, rain and flooding could just be around the corner. While the rainy season doesn’t typically arrive until late October or early November, in September 2025 Bali experienced the worst flooding in more than 70 years.

The floods of September 2025 devastated the homes and livelihoods of thousands of people across South Bali, including in top tourist resorts like Canggu, Seminyak, Legian, and Kuta.

Tourists traveling to Bali must take out fully comprehensive travel insurance that includes cover in the event of a natural disaster.

Tourists should also keep up to date with the latest weather reports and extreme warnings directly from the Bali Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency and the latest travel news from us here at Regional Travel Monitors.

What It Means for Travelers

Staying informed on regional developments helps visitors navigate the island with confidence and ease. Plan journeys with sensible logistical buffers and consult authoritative destination resources for up-to-date guidance.