Fuel shortages disrupt tourism trips across Gianyar

Gianyar — Fuel shortages disrupted tourism transport in Gianyar on Oct. 14, 2026, as travel drivers cancelled trips to Ubud, Tegallalang and Kintamani after struggling to secure petrol.

The disruption was also visible at Tegenungan Waterfall in Kemenuh. Dewa Nyoman Neka, the village head of Kemenuh, said visitor numbers began falling on Tuesday, Oct. 13, and remained low the following day. A separate report described fuel queues affecting tourist transport in Kintamani, where jeep drivers carry visitors around Mount Batur.

For foreign visitors, the immediate effect is uncertainty around road-based excursions rather than a reported closure of Gianyar attractions. Trips may be cancelled when drivers cannot obtain enough fuel for longer routes, while availability can differ sharply between filling stations.

Fuel shortages leave Gianyar tourism exposed to transport disruptions

The change comes as Bali faces shortages and long queues involving Pertalite and, at some stations, Pertamax. Bali Tribune reported that four filling stations in Gianyar were experiencing long queues on Oct. 13, including stations in Batubulan, Ketewel, Kemenuh and Batuan. Its report said Ubud appeared quieter, with fewer tourism vehicles visible.

The Bali Times reported that Pertamina Patra Niaga, the state fuel distributor, had accelerated deliveries and extended operating hours at selected stations. Stations in Denpasar and Badung were instructed to operate around the clock, with similar arrangements planned for Tabanan and Gianyar. The report said availability could still vary while distribution returned to normal.

In Kintamani, Pertalite reportedly ran out at the Penelokan station during the disruption, although Pertamax remained available. The Bali Times said drivers were seeking fuel to avoid running out while transporting visitors through the Mount Batur area.

Authorities and fuel distributors were working to restore supplies, but the reports did not give a timetable for the tourism transport disruption in Gianyar to end.

Sources

• Tribun Bali — established regional news organisation
• Bali Tribune — regional news organisation
• The Bali Times — regional news organisation
• baliholidaysecrets.com