Your Complete Nomad Family Guide to Ubud: Everything You Need to Know

Why Ubud Is a Magnet for Digital Nomad Families

Why Ubud Is on Our List

The part of Bali we’d choose first is Ubud, and Louie is the reason. We haven’t been to Bali yet, as a couple or as a family, so this guide is our research rather than a lived-in review. 🌴

When we looked seriously at Bali, we contacted the Wood School, a nature-based school near Ubud. They told us families can join for a few weeks instead of a full year. That kind of flexibility is rare, and it’s exactly what a family like ours needs. The fees and details are in our Bali cost of living guide.

In the end, we chose Chiang Mai for this winter. Leo’s pram was a big reason. So was the fact that Bali is a short flight from Australia, where we may live one day, so we wanted to explore further afield first. Our Chiang Mai vs Bali comparison explains the decision. Honestly, though? Ubud could happen sooner than we think.

What Ubud Offers Families

Set inland in central Bali, Ubud is surrounded by rice fields, rivers and village temples. Balinese Hindu culture is part of daily life here, from the small offerings placed outside homes each morning to ceremonies that close roads without warning. For worldschooling kids, that’s a lot of learning on the doorstep.

In our research, Ubud came up again and again as the place in Bali with the most nature-based and alternative schools. It also has a large community of travelling families. For the bigger picture across the island, see our guide to living in Bali as a family.

The Practical Case

Villas were where Ubud stood out for us. When we searched, a family villa in a decent location cost around €1,400 a month, often with a pool and garden. Local food and transport are cheap.

School fees and imported groceries are where costs climb, so your total depends heavily on how your kids will learn.

The Trade-Offs Worth Knowing

This isn’t a base for every family. Life in Ubud means no beach, narrow busy roads and footpaths that are patchy or missing, which is hard work with a pram. For everyday care and emergencies, there’s BIMC’s medical centre, but serious cases go to hospitals in the south, an hour or more away in traffic.

The wet season brings heavy rain, and damp in villas is a real issue. If you need easy walking, quick hospital access or city convenience, another base may suit you better. Families who put nature, culture and alternative schooling first should give Ubud a serious look.

Before you decide, our honest list of Bali’s downsides for families is worth a read.

Best Neighbourhoods to Live in Ubud for Digital Nomad Families

Rather than one neighbourhood, Ubud is a loose collection of villages and rice-field hamlets in the central Bali highlands. The area you choose shapes daily family life more than almost anything else.

Ubud Centre

The heart of town has the easiest access to markets, restaurants, cafés and the Sacred Monkey Forest. It suits families who want to walk to most things. It’s also the busiest and noisiest part of Ubud, with constant scooter and tourist traffic.

Penestanan

Just west of the centre, Penestanan is popular with long-term nomad families. Rice fields surround it, so it feels rural despite being close to town. Expect quiet lanes, villa compounds, cafés and yoga studios, plus plenty of steps on some routes.

Nyuh Kuning

Sitting just south of the Monkey Forest, Nyuh Kuning is a traditional Balinese village with a relaxed, community feel. Many families choose it for the extra space and the walk into central Ubud. Green School is a drive further south, in Sibang.

Mas and Lodtunduh

Further south along the main road towards Denpasar, Mas and Lodtunduh offer more space and usually lower rents than the centre. Both are quieter and more local. You’ll need transport for most errands.

Pejeng

East of the centre, Pejeng is a quieter village area known for its ancient temples. It’s also where the Wood School is, so it’s the area we’d look at first for Louie. Expect to rely on a driver or Grab for most errands, as central Ubud’s shops and cafés are a drive away.

Tegallalang

North of the centre, Tegallalang is known for its terraced rice fields and a slower, more rural pace. Most errands and school runs need a car or scooter. Away from the busy terrace viewpoints, it’s a quieter option for families who want green space.

Visa Options for Digital Nomad Families in Ubud

Indonesia’s visa rules have changed a lot in recent years, and they keep changing. We checked everything below on Indonesia’s official e-visa site in October 2026, but check current details before you book.

Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Australian and Dutch passport holders, like us, can get a 30-day visa on arrival. It can be extended once, for another 30 days. You can also apply online before you fly (the e-VOA).

Tourist Visa (C1)

For longer stays, Indonesia’s tourist visa allows up to 60 days and can be extended. It costs IDR 1,000,000 (about €50), and you apply online before you travel. Older guides call it the B211A or social visa.

This visa doesn’t allow you to sell goods or services, or to be paid by anyone in Indonesia. It’s designed for visits, not for working.

E33G Remote Worker Visa

This is the visa designed for remote workers employed by a company outside Indonesia. It lasts one year, and applicants need an annual income of at least US$60,000. Fees apply per person. Family options aren’t clearly set out on official pages, so check before you apply.

Second Home Visa

Launched in 2022, the Second Home Visa allows stays of 5 or 10 years. At launch, it required funds of IDR 2 billion (about €98,000) in an Indonesian state bank. Requirements can change, so check the current rules.

KITAS (Limited Stay Permit)

A KITAS is a longer stay permit, usually linked to work for an Indonesian company, investment or family ties. Few digital nomad families use one, but it’s worth knowing about if you’re planning several years in Indonesia.

Bali’s Tourist Levy

Every foreign visitor to Bali pays IDR 150,000 per trip, children included. That’s about €30 for a family of four, paid through the official Love Bali portal.

💡 Visa Tips for Ubud

• Start any extension well before your current stay runs out, as some steps need an in-person visit to an immigration office.
• Keep copies of passports and visa documents for every family member.
• Children need their own visas, and passports need at least six months’ validity.
• A tourist visa isn’t a work visa. If you’ll be working remotely, check which visa fits before you fly.

👉 More detail: our Bali visa guide, Visas for Digital Nomad Families and Nomad Visas That Won’t Let Your Kids Come.

Finding a Home in Ubud

Villa hunting in Ubud is much easier once you know where to look. The best-value places move quickly, though, and arriving without a plan can be stressful.

Where to Search

Local Facebook groups for Bali and Ubud rentals carry daily listings from owners, agents and departing expats. Airbnb and Booking.com work well for a short first stay while you look for something longer. Local villa agents can help with longer-term places, especially unfurnished compounds.

What to Expect

Most family villas come furnished, often with a private pool, a garden and regular cleaning. Many compounds have two or three villas around a shared garden, which can be a sociable setup for families. A good relationship with your landlord makes everything easier.

Lease Terms and Negotiation

Bali landlords often prefer yearly contracts paid upfront, sometimes with a discount for paying in advance. Monthly rates are available but cost more. Negotiation is normal.

💡 Home-Finding Tips for Ubud

• Spend at least one to two weeks in short-term accommodation before committing to a long lease.
• Ask for a live internet speed test before you sign, as speeds vary between properties.
• Check for damp and mould, especially in the wet season.
• Ask whether the villa is licensed, as Bali is cracking down on unlicensed rentals.
• Ask about water supply and backup power, as storms can cause power cuts.

👉 More detail: our family accommodation in Bali guide.

Education in Ubud for Nomad Family Kids

For a small highland town, Ubud has an unusual number of alternative and international education options. This was the biggest draw for our family.

Green School Bali

For many families, Green School Bali is the main reason to look at Ubud. Built largely from bamboo in Sibang, a drive south of Ubud, it offers a sustainability-focused curriculum from early childhood to secondary level.

Fees are significant. Green School’s 2025/26 schedule lists about €12,000 a year for Grades 4 and 5, plus a one-time admission fee for new students. Check the official schedule for your child’s grade, and apply early, as places can be limited.

Wood School

Wood School is a nature-based school in Pejeng for children aged 3 to 18. When we contacted them about Louie, they told us families can join for one to five weeks when space allows, rather than committing to a full year.

It’s registered as a non-formal learning centre (LKP), not a formal school, so check what that means for your child’s records. Tuition isn’t published, so ask for current fees.

Kul Kul Farm

Near Green School, Kul Kul Farm has run permaculture and farm-based programmes for children. Check what’s currently on offer before you plan around it.

Pelangi School

Smaller than Green School, Pelangi School teaches in English and Bahasa Indonesia and has a close community feel. Check the current age range and fees directly with the school.

Local Indonesian Schools

Local schools teach in Bahasa Indonesia, which means a big adjustment for kids and a lot of language learning. Foreign children may need the right stay permit to enrol, so check the requirements with the school first.

Home Education and Learning Pods

Many nomad families in Ubud homeschool or worldschool, especially on shorter stays. Some join informal learning pods, hire tutors or follow online programmes. Our worldschooling hubs directory lists communities in Bali and beyond.

💡 Education Tips for Ubud

• Apply to Green School early if you’re planning a longer stay.
• On a shorter stay, ask schools like Wood School about short-term places.
• Check whether a school is formal or non-formal, and what records your child will get.
• Check the homeschooling rules in your home country before you leave, too.

👉 More detail: our guide to schools and childcare in Bali.

Healthcare in Ubud for Digital Nomad Families

Healthcare is where Ubud needs the most honest look. Everyday care is available locally, but serious cases mean a drive to southern Bali.

BIMC Ubud Medical Centre

On Jalan Raya Sanggingan, BIMC’s Ubud medical centre is open 24 hours, with an emergency room, pharmacy and laboratory. It only has a few inpatient beds, so it’s best for everyday illness, injuries and a first assessment.

Hospitals in Southern Bali

For surgery, specialist care or serious emergencies, families go to the larger private hospitals in southern Bali, such as BIMC Kuta or BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua. Allow an hour or more in traffic.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

Because of the distance to major hospitals, insurance with medical evacuation cover is essential for families based in Ubud. Check that your policy covers evacuation to Singapore or Australia, where specialist care is available.

💡 Healthcare Tips for Ubud

• Arrange international health insurance with evacuation cover before you arrive.
• Save BIMC Ubud’s number and address in your phone in your first week.
• Dengue is present year-round, so use repellent through the day and see a doctor quickly if a fever starts.
• Bali has rabies. Get treatment the same day after any dog or monkey bite or scratch.
• Keep a home first aid kit with rehydration salts, antiseptic and antihistamine.

👉 More detail: staying healthy in Bali and our health insurance guide for nomad families.

Remote Work & Internet Connectivity in Ubud

Working remotely from Ubud is very doable, but it takes more planning than in a big city. Your connection depends on the exact villa more than the town.

Home Internet

Fibre is available in many of Ubud’s residential areas, and fibre-connected villas can be fast. Across the island, speeds vary a lot: our internet ranking found an average of 48 Mbps in Denpasar (TestMy.net, March 2026). Always ask for a live speed test before you sign a lease.

Coworking Spaces

The coworking scene in Ubud has changed a lot. Hubud, once the town’s best-known space, has closed. Outpost Ubud has spaces in Penestanan and Nyuh Kuning, and many cafés welcome laptop workers.

Spaces open and close often, so check what’s operating before you arrive.

Mobile Data

Telkomsel has the widest network in Bali, and coverage is good across central Ubud and most nearby villages. A local SIM with plenty of data is your backup for power cuts and Wi-Fi outages. Prepaid SIMs are cheap and easy to buy.

💡 Remote Work Tips for Ubud

• Confirm fibre and real speeds before committing to any villa.
• Wet-season storms can cut power, so a small UPS for your router and laptop helps.
• Bali (WITA, UTC+8) is 2 hours behind Brisbane and 6 to 7 hours ahead of the Netherlands, depending on daylight saving.
• Keep mobile data as a backup for important calls.

👉 More detail: our internet speed ranking for 50 family bases and Remote Work for Digital Nomad Families.

Getting Around Ubud with Kids

Getting around takes some adjusting, especially if you’re used to good public transport. Once you find your rhythm, it gets easier.

Scooter

Scooters are the main way people get around Bali. They’re cheap and quick for one adult, but with young kids they need careful thought. Many parents use a scooter for solo errands and a car for family trips.

If you ride, you need the right licence and an International Driving Permit, as insurance may not cover you without them. Helmets for everyone, always.

Car and Driver

A private driver is the most practical family option. Day rates are affordable, and many families build a lasting relationship with one regular driver. Rates change, so ask a few drivers and check current prices.

For school runs, airport transfers and day trips, a trusted driver makes life much easier.

Grab and Gojek

Both apps work in Ubud for rides and food delivery. Coverage can be patchy in rural areas and at busy times. Car seats aren’t standard, so bring your own or book a driver who can provide one.

Walking

Central Ubud is walkable for errands and meals. Narrow, broken or missing footpaths make it hard with a pram or small children, though, and traffic on the main roads can feel intimidating. This was a big reason we didn’t choose Bali with Leo still in a pram.

💡 Getting Around Tips for Ubud

• Ask other families to recommend a reliable driver early on.
• Download Grab and Gojek before you arrive.
• Bring a well-fitted helmet from home if your kids will ride.
• Morning and afternoon school traffic can be heavy, so build in buffer time.

Daily Life & Culture in Ubud for Families

Living Inside a Culture

Few places immerse families in a living tradition the way Ubud does. Balinese Hinduism is part of everyday life, from offerings placed at dawn to temple ceremonies and processions that close the main road without warning. For kids, it’s a daily lesson in how many ways there are to live.

The Pace of Life

Life in Ubud runs on its own time. Things take longer than expected, plans change, and the driver may be late because of a ceremony. That can be frustrating at first, especially for families used to Dutch or Australian efficiency.

Over time, many families learn to plan with more slack and enjoy the slower pace.

Shopping and Everyday Errands

Everyday shopping is easy. Pasar Ubud, the central market, covers fresh produce, household goods and crafts. Bintang Supermarket on Jalan Raya Sanggingan stocks imported goods.

For anything harder to find, the bigger supermarkets in Canggu and Seminyak are about an hour away.

Language

Bahasa Indonesia is the national language, and Balinese is used in local communities and ceremonies. English is widely spoken by people working in tourism and services. Learning a few words of Bahasa Indonesia goes a long way.

💡 Daily Life Tips for Ubud

• Gojek covers transport, food delivery and errands, so it’s worth setting up early.
• Cover shoulders and knees at temples. A sarong and sash are needed and often available at the entrance.
• Tap water isn’t safe to drink, so use filtered water or regular delivery.
• Expect ceremonies to change your plans, and enjoy them when they do.

Seasons & Festivals in Ubud

Dry Season (April to October)

For most families, the dry season is the most comfortable time in Ubud. Days are warm and sunny, humidity is lower, and outdoor plans are more reliable. July and August are peak tourist months, so expect more crowds and higher prices.

Wet Season (November to March)

Rain usually arrives in heavy afternoon and evening bursts. Mornings are often sunny, the rice fields are at their greenest, and the crowds thin out. Humidity rises, so watch for damp in your villa.

Nyepi: Bali’s Day of Silence

On Nyepi, the Balinese New Year in March or April, the whole island shuts down for 24 hours. There’s no traffic, no lights, no noise and no leaving home, and even the airport closes. The night before, giant ogoh-ogoh effigies are paraded through the streets.

Galungan and Kuningan

Galungan comes around every 210 days on the Balinese calendar and celebrates the victory of good over evil. In the days before, tall decorated bamboo poles called penjor line the streets. Kuningan follows ten days later and marks the end of the celebration.

Ubud Writers & Readers Festival

Held in October in most years, this literary festival brings authors and artists to venues across town. It’s a good fit for families with older children who love books. Check the dates and any children’s programme each year.

💡 Festival Tips for Ubud

• Stock up on food and supplies before Nyepi, and plan quiet activities for the kids.
• Galungan is a beautiful time to be in Ubud, with decorated streets everywhere.
• When you meet a ceremony on the road, slow down, give way and watch quietly.

Food with Kids in Ubud

Among Southeast Asian nomad bases, few have a food scene as varied as Ubud’s. Traditional Balinese cooking sits alongside an organic, plant-based café culture built partly around the wellness community.

Balinese Cuisine

Balinese food is built on rice, coconut, chilli and plenty of spices. Nasi campur, rice with small portions of several dishes, is a good start for kids, as there’s usually something familiar on the plate. Sate lilit, minced satay wrapped around lemongrass, and babi guling, spit-roasted pig, are other local favourites.

For vegetarian families, ask about shrimp paste, which is common in sambal and sauces.

Warungs

Small family-run warungs are the backbone of eating out in Ubud. They serve simple, fresh Indonesian food at low prices, and they’re relaxed places to eat with kids.

The Organic and Health Food Scene

Plant-based and organic food is a big part of Ubud’s reputation, which suits our vegetarian cooking well. Herbivore, on Jalan Dewi Sita, serves a plant-only tasting menu from the team behind Locavore. Their bigger restaurant, Locavore NXT, is just outside Ubud in Lodtunduh and needs booking well ahead.

Both are special-occasion meals rather than everyday family dinners. Day to day, vegan cafés are easy to find around the centre.

Markets and Fresh Produce

Pasar Ubud is best early in the morning, when local vendors sell fruit, vegetables and prepared food before the souvenir stalls take over. With a villa kitchen, this is where we’d do most of our shopping.

💡 Food Tips for Ubud

• Try warungs early. The food is good, the prices are low and kids are welcome.
• Book Locavore NXT or Herbivore well ahead if you want a special night out.
• Let kids try tropical fruits like mangosteen, salak (snake fruit) and rambutan.
• Wash raw produce well or buy from trusted sources.

Social Life for Digital Nomad Families in Ubud

A Large Nomad Family Community

Families have been basing themselves in Ubud for years, and the travelling family community is one of the biggest in Bali. From what we’ve seen in family groups, newcomers can usually find other families quickly.

Where to Connect

Local Facebook groups for Ubud expats, parents and schools are the easiest way in, so search for current groups before you arrive. In daily life, you’ll meet other families at cafés, coworking spaces, school events and kids’ classes.

Community Events

The community calendar in Ubud is busy, with yoga, dance, workshops, community dinners, family hikes and playdates. Most of it is built around shared activities rather than formal networking, which makes it easier to meet people with kids in tow.

The Wellness Community

Yoga, meditation and wellness are woven into life in Ubud. For parents, a regular class can be an easy social anchor. Some of the scene is very spiritual, so pick what suits your family.

💡 Social Life Tips for Ubud

• Show up regularly. Connections grow when people see you again and again.
• Join one weekly activity, like a yoga class or kids’ workshop, as an anchor in your first weeks.
• School events and open days can be a way in, even if your kids aren’t enrolled.
• Kids often make friends faster than adults, so follow their lead.

👉 More detail: how nomad families find community.

Weekend & Family Outings in Ubud

Surrounded by rice fields, rivers, temples and volcanoes, Ubud makes a good base for day trips at every energy level.

Tegallalang Rice Terraces

North of central Ubud, the Tegallalang terraces are some of the most photographed landscapes in Bali. Walk the paths between the fields and stop for a coconut at one of the viewing cafés. Go early to beat the crowds, and stay on the paths, as these are working farms.

Mount Batur Sunrise Hike

About an hour from Ubud, Mount Batur is an active volcano above a crater lake. The sunrise hike starts in the early hours and suits older children and teens with some hiking experience. Breakfast at the top often includes eggs cooked in volcanic steam.

Tirta Empul Temple

Built around a natural spring, Tirta Empul is one of Bali’s most sacred temples. Balinese Hindus come to purify themselves in its pools, and respectful visitors can watch or take part with the right clothing. It’s a meaningful cultural visit for families.

Bali’s Beaches

There’s no beach in Ubud, but Sanur is roughly an hour’s drive away and has calmer water for young kids. Canggu and Seminyak are a similar distance, with bigger surf. In the south, Uluwatu and Padang Padang have dramatic cliffs, but the surf there is for experienced surfers only.

Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave)

A short drive from central Ubud, the Elephant Cave temple is around 1,000 years old. The carved entrance, bathing pools and jungle setting make it a good half-day outing for curious kids.

Besakih Temple

Known as Bali’s mother temple, Besakih sits on the slopes of Mount Agung, about 1.5 to 2 hours from Ubud. The complex is huge, with many temples spread across the mountainside. The drive passes some beautiful highland villages.

White Water Rafting on the Ayung River

The Ayung River runs through the jungle below Ubud, and several operators run daily rafting trips. Minimum ages vary by operator, so check before you book. It’s one of the most popular family activities in the area.

💡 Weekend Activity Tips for Ubud

• Book Mount Batur hikes through a licensed guide, as standards vary.
• Arrive at Tirta Empul early, before the tour groups.
• Check surf conditions before beach days, as swells change with the season.
• Hire a car and driver for day trips with young kids.
• At the Sacred Monkey Forest, pack away food, sunglasses and anything loose, as the monkeys grab and can bite.

👉 More ideas: Bali with kids: the best bits.

Safety & Health in Ubud for Families

General Safety

Violent crime against visitors is rare in Ubud. Petty theft does happen, especially bag and phone snatching from passing scooters, so keep valuables away from the roadside.

Traffic

Road traffic is the biggest everyday risk. Narrow roads, potholes and heavy scooter traffic make walking and cycling tricky. Supervise kids near main roads and teach road awareness from day one.

Dengue Fever

Dengue is a real concern in Bali. The mosquitoes that spread it bite during the day, so evening repellent alone isn’t enough. See a doctor quickly if anyone develops a high fever, severe headache, joint pain or rash.

Rabies and Monkeys

Bali has rabies, so keep kids away from stray dogs and wild monkeys, including at the Monkey Forest. Get treatment the same day after any bite or scratch. Ask your doctor about the pre-travel vaccine before you go.

Water and Food Safety

Tap water isn’t safe to drink anywhere in Bali, so stick to filtered water. Wash raw produce carefully. Bali belly, or traveller’s diarrhoea, is common in the first weeks, so pack oral rehydration salts.

Sun and Heat

Thanks to its higher altitude, Ubud is a little cooler than the coast. The tropical sun is still strong all year, so sunscreen, hats and plenty of water are daily essentials for kids.

💡 Safety Tips for Ubud

• Apply repellent to kids before outdoor activities, morning and afternoon.
• Pack a first aid kit with rehydration salts, antihistamine and antiseptic.
• Save BIMC Ubud’s details before you need them.
• Teach kids basic road awareness early.

👉 More detail: Travel Vaccinations for Families.

Budget & Money in Ubud

Currency

Indonesia uses the rupiah (IDR). The large notes, IDR 50,000 and IDR 100,000, are the most useful day to day. Exchange rates move, so check the current rate before you budget. When we checked in September 2026, €1 was about IDR 20,400.

Banking

Opening an Indonesian bank account usually requires a longer stay permit, not a tourist visa. On shorter stays, most families use ATMs and international cards. Bank ATMs such as BCA, Mandiri and BNI are easy to find around Ubud.

Cards and Cash

Larger restaurants, supermarkets and coworking spaces usually accept Visa and Mastercard. Warungs, markets and small shops are often cash only. Keep some rupiah on you at all times.

International Transfers

Wise is popular with expats in Bali for international transfers, as fees are usually lower than at traditional banks. Some landlords accept rent by bank transfer, but ask first.

💡 Money Tips for Ubud

• Withdraw larger amounts less often, as ATM fees apply per withdrawal.
• Tell your bank you’re travelling so your cards aren’t blocked.
• Keep small notes for warungs, markets and parking.
• Use licensed money changers, and count your cash before you leave the counter.

👉 More detail: our Bali cost of living guide.

Settling In: Your First Weeks in Ubud

Before You Arrive

• Check visa options for every family member on Indonesia’s official e-visa site.
• Contact schools early, including about short-term places.
• Join Ubud and Bali family Facebook groups and start asking questions.
• Arrange international health insurance with medical evacuation cover.
• Book short-term accommodation for at least the first two weeks.
• Pay the Bali tourist levy for each family member.

Week One Priorities

• Buy local SIM cards. Telkomsel has the widest coverage.
• Download Gojek and Grab.
• Check internet speeds and backup power at your villa.
• Save BIMC Ubud’s details in your phone.
• Find a reliable driver through other families’ recommendations.
• Visit Pasar Ubud early in the morning.

Getting Comfortable

• Explore your neighbourhood at your own pace.
• Go to a community event or kids’ class in your first two weeks.
• Eat at local warungs often. It’s an easy way to feel part of the neighbourhood.
• Let your kids lead. They often settle in faster than adults.

Useful Apps for Ubud

• Gojek: transport, food delivery and errands
• Grab: rides and food delivery
• Klook: day trips and activity bookings
• XE Currency: live rupiah exchange rates
• Weather Underground: local weather forecasts

💡 Settling In Tips for Ubud

• Don’t rush your first two weeks. Life in Ubud reveals itself slowly.
• Say yes to social invitations in your first month.
• Learn a few words of Bahasa Indonesia. Even basic phrases are appreciated.

👉 More detail: our guide to living in Bali as a family.

Frequently Asked Questions: Ubud for Digital Nomad Families

Is Ubud a good place to live with kids?

It can be, especially for families who value nature, culture and alternative schooling. The trade-offs are no beach, busy narrow roads, patchy footpaths and a drive to the nearest major hospital.

Is Ubud easy with a toddler or pram?

It’s hard work. Footpaths are often narrow or missing, so a baby carrier and a driver help a lot. It’s the main reason we chose Chiang Mai over Bali for this trip.

How much does it cost to live in Ubud as a family?

We estimate roughly €2,500 to €3,300 a month for a family of four worldschooling near Ubud, including a villa at around €1,400. A school place adds roughly €380 to €1,000+ a month. Flights, visas and upfront rent come on top.

Which visa do nomad families need for Ubud?

For short stays, many passports can use a visa on arrival or Indonesia’s 60-day tourist visa. For remote work, the E33G Remote Worker Visa is designed for people employed outside Indonesia. Rules change, so check the official e-visa site.

Which Ubud schools take nomad kids short term?

Wood School in Pejeng offers short stays of one to five weeks when space allows. Green School and Pelangi School usually suit longer stays. Many families also join worldschooling groups and classes.

Is Ubud safe for families?

Traffic is the biggest everyday risk. Dengue and rabies are the main health concerns, so use repellent through the day and keep kids away from stray dogs and monkeys.

How good is the internet in Ubud?

It depends on the villa. Fibre-connected places can be fast, but speeds vary from street to street. Ask for a live speed test before you book, and keep a local SIM as backup.

Do we need a scooter in Ubud?

No. Many families use Grab, Gojek and a regular driver. If you do ride, you need the right licence, as insurance may not cover you without one.

Does Ubud have a beach?

No, it’s an inland town. Sanur, with calmer water for young kids, is roughly an hour’s drive from Ubud, depending on traffic.

What is Nyepi?

Nyepi is Bali’s Day of Silence, in March or April. For 24 hours, the island shuts down: no traffic, no flights and no leaving home. Stock up the day before.

Our Takeaways: Is Ubud Right for Your Family?

Of everywhere in Bali, Ubud is the place we keep coming back to in our planning. Not for the cafés or the photos, but because a nature school nearby was willing to take Louie for a few weeks without us signing up for a year. For a family like ours, that flexibility matters more than almost anything else.

What’s held us back is practical. With Leo still in a pram, the narrow roads and missing footpaths around Ubud would make everyday life harder. And because Bali is so close to Australia, it felt like somewhere we could reach easily later.

Later might come sooner than we planned, though. 😄 If we go, we’d start near Pejeng, give Louie a few weeks at Wood School and see how all four of us feel before committing to more.

If your family lives in Ubud now, we’d love to hear what we’ve got right and what we’ve missed. Come and tell us in the Worldly Tribe Facebook group. 🌏