Is living in SANUR BALI more expensive than you think?

We're Kim and Berg, living in SANUR BALI. We show you our Monthly expenses as a happily retired couple! We eat local food, we shop in our neighbourhood. Is it more expensive than you think? #sanur #baliindonesia #vlog #costofliving #balilife #bergsinbali #vlog #expat #livingabroad #retirement #adayinmylife #howmuch #budget #myvlog #livinginbali
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[@russellnicholson2698]

I lived in Sanur for 6years before moving to Lovina 4 years ago…my time in Sanur was wonderful….i rentet a 2br house in a family compound for $6000 aud per year…no pool but the house was otherwise complete including WiFi…my cost of living was around $50-$60 per day all inclusive…rent/power/food/Travel ins/daily coffee on the beach/water/transport/visa/entertainment etc….i used local transport or my trusty bike…i met daily with friends on the beach for coffee..there was no time to be bored!…i enjoyed netflix and CZcams generally….knowing where to shop for food was important…dairy products were always expensive but i still treated myself…i dont use alcohol but smokes are included in my budget….i rarely cooked at Home…the local warungs did it much more cheaply than i could….thank you for your insight into living costs in Bali…..i manage to have a good life on my limited budget….my only regret was not making the permanent move here much earlier….cheers…👍

[@bergsinbali]

Sounds great Russell, we’ve only been to Lavina once but we’ll definitely go again

[@Fuk_Zat_Tek]

Hi , could you please tell me if Lovina is cheaper than Sanur ?
How much cheaper or more expensive ?
Thanks.

[@bergsinbali]

We haven’t lived in Lovina so are unaware of the cost of living comparison 😊

[@Fuk_Zat_Tek]

@@bergsinbali Thanks for your answer , but my question was for @russellnicholson2698 ;)

[@skybyrdy3]

24,000,000 IDR = $1,567.86 USD sounds like a great cost of living to me. My mortgage alone on Florida was @ $1200/month! And, I didn't have a pool and definitely no massages each week!

[@martinesykes655]

I think that budget is very reasonable for living life on your terms. You couldn’t afford to do all of that in Australia for the same budget. Well done and enjoy 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Martine. It’s a bit of an eye opener for people I think.

[@jamesfrancis9384]

You wouldn't even come close to doing all that in Australia and the peaceful life you get as well in Bali

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching James🌺 that’s very true 😎🌴🤣👍

[@suetwyford1216]

Awesome ! Great info 😊

[@bradstewart858]

Thanks for that,great to no the break down

[@kezzfromoz5461]

Very interesting thank you

[@sumantiarntiar9038]

Happy holiday👍👍

[@66rockwood]

About what I thought it might be. It sounds alot,but break it down weekly and it is very reasonable to live your dream lifestyle. 👍

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Chris. We feel grateful every day.

[@Flossyj]

Hi 🙂 .. found you the other day and have been loving going back through your videos. Such a great breakdown of costs and very informative. Am enjoying coming along with you on your journey . Have a great day 🙂

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you Flossy. Keep enjoying and thanks for watching

[@baliwalknshops1517]

Thanks for video

[@bergsinbali]

Your welcome

[@Intelligent_Insights678]

Thank you guys. Amazing

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching

[@tomfegan-nn7lq]

Very interesting, thanks for sharing

[@bergsinbali]

You’re welcome Tom, thanks for watching & subscribing.

[@joannschutz412]

Well done on a very informative video. I think many people will find this very helpful.
I think you are living the dream and the envy of many!

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Jo Ann. We’re grateful everyone day.

[@michaelweston3044]

Awesome information, thanks for sharing the finer details. Very insightful.

[@bergsinbali]

Your welcome, thanks for watching

[@lynmattinson-ec2iq]

This is awesome info, thanks guys as always clear and useful information

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Lyn

[@margaretwhetton2679]

Great video guys, you both are so much more relaxed. Thanks for the information.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Margaret.

[@diyoung1864]

Thanks for such a honest discussion- we have done some homework ourselves and really found your advice informative and a great help.
Still look to meeting you guys in August.
Take care 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Di

[@gilljenkins8520]

That was so interesting. Thanks for all the info ❤

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for always watching Gill.

[@peterwandel3190]

Hi Kim & Berg, was nice to meet you the other day while you were sitting under that tree. Love your work. Sanur is always our home away from home, so understand why you have settled there. All the best from Cairns.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks very much Peter.

[@priskaowen]

Two cups of coffee for you two ❤️☕️☕️ thanks for sharing, great info 👍

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks so much Priska, we really appreciate that.

[@AmbroseHalvorsen]

Thanks, Geat information

[@bergsinbali]

You’re welcome

[@stribe1000]

Loving you guys , maybe we will move later. When grandkids are a bit bigger. We’re only in our early 70’s so plenty of time.

[@bergsinbali]

You’ll know when the time is right for you 🤩 Thanks for watching 🌴🌴

[@kartur07]

Great video guys, thank you 🙏🏻

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Karen

[@leisurerent2604]

Thanks for sharing - love Sanur, heading there Saturday may bump into you guys.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing, if you see us make sure you say hi.

[@leannekelly2566]

Very useful information, thank you

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Leanne

[@carlregan5154]

Another great vlog which was so informative, I Was surprised it was so high but your break down was everything We would have also...food for thought, cheers guys

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Carl. It surprises us too.

[@elainesmith4774]

Wow that was more than I thought , thank you for sharing what a wonderful life you are living , it looks a happy stress free life 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Elaine. It still surprises us too, we feel grateful every day.

[@gedw99]

Nice one guys !!

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching

[@alanbrookes6637]

Thanks

[@fionabrindle7653]

Hey Kim, I have really been enjoying your channel. You are a natural in front of the camera and a bit of an inspiration to me. Love your hair it's beautiful. Hopefully we can catch up soon. Love Fi (Norton)

[@bergsinbali]

Hey 👋 Thanks for messaging!! Love that you are following our fab retirement life! Any plans to visit Bali?? Tell Frank there are golf ⛳️ courses 🤩🤩

[@russellcoight1879]

This is great and very informative

[@russellcoight1879]

wow $260 mths or $567 p/w AUD is a steal.

[@budawang77]

It might be more than you thought but you’re not getting an equivalent lifestyle to what you’d be getting in Oz. Luxury monthly getaways, great healthy food and massages would be costing way more in Oz. Back in Canberra this week I ordered a smoothie which cost $9 but was full of added sugar. Nothing like the pure dragonfruit smoothie I was getting there every day for $3.50. Apples to apples I reckon your lifestyle would be at least 3x more expensive here. Maybe more.

[@bergsinbali]

Yes, you’re absolutely right, that’s why we love it 😎🌴👍👍

[@jessielove5294]

Excellent info, thank you both 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you Jessie

[@carolp1912]

great to know a rough figure or as in this case not so rough but quite a specific figure. Well done Berg. Great video.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Carol

[@janetpitts3325]

Thanks for all the information. You are having such a relaxed lifestyle and it shows. Enjoy every day. 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you Janet

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you Janet

[@pamelacooper6916]

Thanks for sharing. Often wonder how much it would be. Keep enjoying the good life.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Pamela.

[@anne-mareehenry8360]

Sounds like a great life you are having there!!!

[@bergsinbali]

Absolutely 👍 It’s amazing 🤩🌴

[@parkhilton]

Thanks a lot guys, appreciate the honesty and reality of it. More than I thought TBH but still pretty good for that lifestyle in a central location. We are really being ripped for phone plans in Oz.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Jason. Phone plans are awesome here.

[@janmartin4400]

Love your spread sheet guys❤

[@bergsinbali]

Can’t retire without it Jan, thanks for watching

[@janisdavies3511]

Thats cheap definitely keep up the good work Happy new year to you both

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching! We’re due to do an update of our 2023 spend/ budget later next month. Hope you enjoy that video too

[@victorash4130]

Thx very muchly, lotsa expenses I would it have thought of… well done you two

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Victor, we appreciate your feedback

[@Islandnan]

More expensive than I thought it would be, but I’d move there if I could afford to. I swear money just slips through my fingers whenever I’m over there. Next time I’m going to do a proper budget 😅

[@bergsinbali]

😂 thanks for watching & subscribing

[@Muchtar-nr5zj]

Mantap maju terus demi Indonesia ku tercinta

[@bergsinbali]

Terima kasih untuk menonton 😎🌴

[@thoryl4375]

Just watched yr budget,resonable didnt think it was over the top, like me I eat with the locals. Ennjoyed yr video

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you thoryl

[@penelopera8404]

Best, most helpful video EVER. Amazing so very much. This seems a v reasonable cost of living and is great to mostly eating in warungs ❤❤❤

[@penelopera8404]

Apologies for my appalling grammar - I tried to fix it but ‘edit’ button not working. Eeeeek.

[@bergsinbali]

😂

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Penelope.

[@mariadange06]

For two people it seems reasonable.

[@ClaireA-op9rc]

Thanks heaps for that! Very helpful. I am actually surprised that you spend so little! My main concern about moving to Bali is Health Insurance cost. I have given up because at my age it was so expensive.( Over 75.) I would love to know more about your insursnce. What Visa do you need to be on for the incredibly cheap Indonesian Insurance? Also I thought by law you had to employ a local e.g. housekeeper, gardener or whatever. I could live cheaply other than that, because of reduced eating costs. I don't eat as much as most people and I don't eat red meat. I am on a pension in Oz and I pay rent, yet I go to Bali once a year, so I live cheaply and well. I don't go out to eat and I cook every day. Thanks Kim and Berg!

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching! Anyone on a KITAS type visa (retirement etc) can join the BPJS program after a certain period of time! It’s 150k per month ($15aud). We have a pool man & house cleaner!

[@ClaireA-op9rc]

Thank you!! I was in a retirement group a while back and no one mentioned the cheap insurance! I couldn't find anyone who would Insure me. I will look into it. Your videos are great! Thanks again!

[@jamesfrancis9384]

These guys are really good. They live and spend very similar to me and my Indonesian wife that live in Jimbaran. But our budget is around 20 mil $2000 aud we don't have a cleaner and we were living in a kost tiny flat paying 2 mil $200 aud a month including electricity. Now we in our own Villa with swimming pool and just pay electricity and rates.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for those kind words James, congratulations on your villa, as you know you can more or less on your budget, it just depends on what you do 😎🌴👍👍

[@jamesfrancis9384]

@@bergsinbali Thank you it wasn't easy to find good builders and I do take a risk because nothing in my name.

[@ausjen]

Cheaper rent than I thought, very nice villa

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing AusJen

[@mouropa9275]

Love Lazada 😊

[@bergsinbali]

I’ve spent way to much with Lazada 😂

[@heatherfruin5050]

Thanks so much for sharing your living in Bali costings. What would concern me is the exchange rate as it's high against the rupiah at the moment but we only got 1500 in 1988 and during most visits have got between 5500 and 8500. I'm guessing the exchange rate won't remain high especially as Indonesia is expected to become the 4th largest economy in the world in a few years (I've forgotten how long). Sorry to be pessimistic but Singapore used to be a cheap destination but now it's dollar for dollar. I love your videos and the advice you share.

[@budawang77]

Not necessarily because the rate of inflation in Indonesia has probably been quite a lot higher than in Australia over the last decade or so. High inflation will undermine the exchange rate in the long term.

[@merandpitslifeadventure4581]

Love the video very informative. I will be in Sanur from the 15th to the 21st April would love to meet you guys for a coffee or a meal.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Mer. Let us know when you’re here. Message us through out instagram page.

[@lynnegordon5286]

Pretty much as I expected but was surprised at the groceries.....approx $150 per week...... even allowing for $30 cat food. I guess toiletries, cleaning agents etc are still relatively pricey. I'm guessing there's a decent amount of Western food items in that too eg butter, cheese, smallgoods?? These are what really cost us during our winter sojourns in Sanur. Having said that, I have noticed, and do admire, your financial discipline....well done. PS Can you tell I'm a retired Bank Manager lol.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Lyn sorry I haven’t replied, I just noticed this message. It adds up quickly when start throwing western food in your basket.

[@karelwouters5250]

Supermarkets in Bali tend to be just as expensive as in Europe!

[@carlmay8314]

That's not bad I guess for 2 people about A$615 per week or 307 each for everything. I am 1 person here in OZ and it cost me around A$700- and I don't eat out often. It depends where you live too both in Bali and Australia as obviously if you live outside tourists zones your rents will be much cheaper. I love Bali and want to spend 6 months there and six months in OZ which will pay for that. I am a person who has mini retirements every 5 years or so because I think if you work 50 years straight to retire then travel you have to rely on the fact that your health is good and governments don;t change economic conditions. Well done for giving an honest insight and not one of these BS instagram vids where they are in all these exotic locations living like multi millioaires.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Carl, I love your mini retirement plans, you’re right, by the time you can retire your health might be a restriction.

[@hammylauw9574]

Food, the cheap = warung foods are delicious but not nutritious. Warung foods usually are high-carb, ie rice, mie/bakmie, a few leaves of vegi or bean sprout this vegi part could be considered healthy..protein rich food , like sate,BBQ, babi guling, cost more..

[@lily-rose7982]

I'll feed your cats the best food for $30 per month. All homemade. ❤

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching, how big are your bags ?

[@johnmurray8790]

Kim and Berg, John here, I am home in Geelong. Your explanation about contact, did that include WhatsApp?
I hope you enjoyed the Cheese and Vegemite! I will visit again in July. Today's video was great, well done....JM

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks John

[@scamperstephen4811]

Yes it is more than I thought that’s for sure

[@bergsinbali]

A lot of people are surprised, that’s for sure.

[@scamperstephen4811]

@@bergsinbali I suppose if you factor in it’s for two people it’s not too bad

[@nexusportboy]

Thank you both on opening your lives to all. After meeting you two wonderful people and seeing how content and happy you are with your decision to move to Bali--you can’t put a price on happiness.

[@bergsinbali]

That’s so nice, thank you 🙏

[@gruntfactory1745]

Thanks Guys, I had budgeted $35K pa so yes definitely within limit I expected.

[@bergsinbali]

That’s great, thanks for watching & subscribing Grunt.

[@claytonlawrence7956]

How would you suggest we go about finding accommodation?
Only my wife and I in our 60's
Something like I can see in your video would be ideal.
Looking at 1 to 3 months August till November.
Thanks in advance

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Clayton. Air BNB or booking.com are good sources because you can put in your dates and budget.

[@johnpouroula4434]

Hey guys, love watching your videos, you remind me of me and my wife😄.
Question, my wife and I will be looking at moving there in the next year or two, so what kind of visa do you guys have? Cheers

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching John, 🌺
The laws have changed, you can get a retirement visa if you’re 60 and over. 😎🌴

[@user-lz8sm8zu1q]

That was very interesting, thank you for sharing , may I ask what do you do for work , love your videos 🙏👌

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Brige, glad you enjoy them. We’re retired.

[@lydiapope9428]

Enjoy your video
Could you explain more about bpjs health insurance, coming to bali Feb for six months
Have been numerous times 3wks 2months 2months 1yr etc.
We r outside ubud
Come to sanur once a week to warung kecil or restaurant on beach.
Thanks Lydia & detek

[@bergsinbali]

Below is copied from Wikipedia… it’s now available to visa holders on KITAS type visas who have resided in Indonesia for at least 6 months -
Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial Kesehatan (BPJS Kesehatan, lit. 'Social Security Agency on Health') is a social security agency of Indonesia aimed at providing universal health care to its citizens.[1] BPJS Kesehatan is one of two social security agencies in the country alongside BPJS Ketenagakerjaan [id].

[@elscotto9551]

Glad you mentioned alcohol at the end there, I was wondering how you budgeted for Bintangs but you don't!

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching 🤩 We appreciate your comment! I guess we could substitute massages or morning coffees if we wanted to add Bintang to the budget & have it come out the same 😀

[@joecrosara1613]

Just basic utlities in Austrlian are $15 - $20K a year. So considering life style and weather in Bali, no brainer for me.

[@bergsinbali]

That’s so true Joe.

[@heatherfruin5050]

Wow, where do you live in Aus to pay that much?

[@lee-annemouritz2632]

That is approx let say $1500 Aus each a month, that is way expensive.😢 Bali is not a cheap place to live.

[@bergsinbali]

It’s cheaper than what we spent living in Australia 🇦🇺🤷‍♀️

[@karelwouters5250]

I don't know exactly when this video was done but I think you guy,s are into a shock in let's say 2 years. Your rent is about 9 million right? When your 3 year lease is finished I hope you still can get it under 15 million monthly. All rent went up scandalous sorry to say! 😢

[@skybyrdy3]

Thank you for the info! Can you recommend a favorite Spa in Sanur? I'll be in Sanur in Mid March 2023.

[@bergsinbali]

Koa Spa & the nest are good. Their are so many, it also depends on what you want to spend.

[@roemahoyens2884]

Hello
how much super should we have to retire nicely in Bali?
thanks

[@bergsinbali]

That’s really hard to say, there’re so many factors to take into consideration.

[@samuelbailey1888]

What's that Magpie doing in Bali? - l have never seen one there, or Seagulls on the beach!

[@bergsinbali]

😂

[@joyriley9392]

Great video lots of questions answered do you plan on living in Bali forever,I watched a video on a retired couple who moved to Bali and were staying at least 10to20 years now i see that they are going home to Australia in 2or3 years do you think that will be you two

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Joy, we’re planning on being here forever, but circumstances can change.

[@petergrieve9356]

You may have mentioned it, but what type of visa are you guys on? If you don’t mind telling us. Thanks

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Peter, we’re on a retirement visa.

[@alitiamartin7671]

Hi Kim and Bergs 🙂My partner and I have watched this video several times along with your other videos. We think your budget is very realistic. We have been to Bali many times, it feels like home to us 🙂. Can I ask how long the visa took to complete and what company did you go through? What website did you use to find your rental/lease option?

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching, our visa agent was Bali visas, it’s taking about 1 month at the moment but sometimes longer.
If you join Sanur community you can questions about villas and get prices.

[@heidimoss3163]

Hi, can I ask is your villa beach side of the Bypass?

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Heidi, yes it is, we’re a 15 walk to Sindhu Beach

[@caroldavies5774]

A bit more than I thought but great for that lifestyle
Kayo I have that in OZ can I use that on my tablet when over there? Can you get AFL?

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Carol, you can get Kayo Sports but you’ll need a vpn, I use nord or express

[@caroldavies5774]

Thank you 🙏

[@tonyf7997]

Hey guys, good vid outlining costs.
Please tell me have you retired over there and sold up in Oz or are you doing FIFO work as you look too young to retire!

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Tony, 😆 you’re never to young to retire, but we’re to young for the pension.

[@jackhannigan2324]

Getting more espensive guys., butI suppose it’s inevitable. However, your lifestyle is pretty decent

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks Jack, it still surprises us.

[@shellbeerainou111]

really isn't that cheap is it. hard to find cheap nowadays.

[@bergsinbali]

But it’s a fabulous lifestyle 🤩 Thanks for watching!

[@zeppy2732]

What an honourable way to make a living????

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching

[@samandjanesbubble3354]

We are heading the Bali in a few weeks and staying benoa is this place similar in vibe to sanur? And as a more mature couple will we fit in ? Loving your videos 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Sam. We’ve never stayed in Benoa but we’d be interested to know if you enjoy it.

[@christineviking1578]

Hi, as a mature couple we've stayed in Benoa... it's a small area with some restaurants and limited shopping. The beach is geared up for water sports. I much prefer Sanur for the relaxed ambience and a more village feel with plenty of food options and a lovely ocean front board walk.

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you for responding Christine

[@StevenMcCallum-cz8mz]

Is this a late Chinese new year parade?

[@passiveincomemadeasy]

Hi Guys can i get a copy of the spread sheet please

[@margoli31]

Hi Kim & Berg
Can I ask how much your scooters cost to purchase please? Very interested to know 💕
Love watching your vLogs and keep my fingers crossed there’s a new one every time I look 😅

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing. We bought a Honda Scoopy originally and it Aus $1600

[@michellecoleman7751]

Do you mind me asking what visas you guy’s are on is it a pensioner visa?

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching Michelle, we’re on a retirement visa.

[@michellecoleman7751]

Hi Kim thank you for answering me we are looking at retiring over there , love ur Facebook and u tube 😊

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you

[@traceyfintic9725]

Do you tip a lot e.g. for massages and Beauty treatments. As a tourist I always tip, but I feel it would get expensive to do all the time if you lived there.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Tracey. We tip a little for food if there’s no tax or service charge. We usually give 5000 for a massage

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching & subscribing Tracey. We tip a little for food if there’s no tax or service charge. We usually give 5000 for a massage. You’re right it’s to expensive to tip all the time.

[@gfhrb39qq]

If you want to live like a local, you need to get their welcome and heart.
You need to learn respect to our culture, not western culture.
You need to learn how to stay in the middle of local community,
leave your comfort zone, blend with peoples in the "real" village not tourist area.
You will get more and more CHEAPER living costs, if they LOVE YOU so MUCH.
Because we ASIAN peoples, not like WESTERN... they simply don't care and ignorance, but not us...
We are taking care each others !!!

[@PaulSmith324]

Hey berg and Kim, interested to know what SIM cards you use if you can let us know !! Thanks

[@bergsinbali]

Hi Emile & Paul, we Telkomsel and are happy with it.
Thanks for watching & subscribing

[@PaulSmith324]

@@bergsinbali thanks guys, everything I’ve found is around 70-100k, any chance you could suggest a place to get the cheaper ones ?

[@bergsinbali]

Try Jalan Punatan, near the night markets

[@PaulSmith324]

@@bergsinbali excellent, thankyou very much

[@PaulSmith324]

Julia cell ?

[@alanbrookes6637]

Great information for me = $600/wk for everything you included. Probably not run into you in a weeks time so enjoy a coffee on me.

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you very much Alan, very much appreciated.

[@vitorreal4059]

You pay more than portugal kkk

[@bargainwallart653]

Sounds as though u are being ripped off.

[@bergsinbali]

Thanks for watching, we’re interested to know what you think we’re being ripped off ?

[@alanbrookes6637]

Thanks

[@bergsinbali]

Thank you very much Alan, very much appreciated.