Getting Around Bali Easily With Convenient E-Ride Transportation

A Merusaka Sustainability Guide

Bali is one of the most captivating destinations in the world, but getting around it has long come with an environmental cost. With millions of petrol-powered vehicles navigating the island’s roads each day, transportation has historically been one of Bali’s biggest contributors to carbon emissions and air pollution. The good news? That story is changing, and changing fast.

Sustainability is central to everything we do. From our Boemi Merusaka Organic Garden and smart energy systems to our regular beach clean-ups at Mengiat Beach, our Sustainability Programme reflects a genuine commitment to protecting this island we call home. We believe that commitment extends beyond our resort, including to how our guests choose to explore Bali.

At Merusaka, we don’t just encourage greener travel; we make it easy. Our concierge team is ready to arrange electric transfers, recommend trusted e-ride operators, and help you plan every journey from the resort with sustainability in mind. Think of us as your personal green mobility guide for the island.

Electric rides and e-ride transportation are no longer a niche novelty in Bali. In 2025 and 2026, dedicated electric taxi services, app-based EV fleets, electric scooter rentals, and guided e-bike tours have arrived in earnest, offering visitors a cleaner, quieter, and genuinely rewarding way to see the island. This guide covers everything you need to know.

Green SM: Bali’s Newest All-Electric Taxi

The most exciting newcomer to Bali’s transport scene is Green SM, and it is very fresh news. Green SM officially launched operations in Bali on 27 February 2026 through a strategic partnership with Taksi Komotra, introducing an all-electric taxi service to support the island’s sustainable tourism and urban mobility agenda.

Under the partnership, Green SM provides the technology platform, all-electric vehicle fleet, and driver development system, while Taksi Komotra, a Bali cooperative with roots dating back to 1993, contributes its established local expertise and island-wide network. It is a compelling combination: international EV innovation grounded in genuine local knowledge.

The fleet runs entirely on VinFast electric vehicles, eliminating exhaust emissions and fuel combustion, with vehicles maintained under strict technical and safety protocols. Drivers are trained as professional green mobility ambassadors, guided by five core values: Respect, Professionalism, Dedication, Discipline, and a clear career pathway with stable income. Every ride feels intentional and well-governed.

You can book Green SM directly through the Green SM app (available on iOS and Android) or by calling their consumer hotline: 14068. You can also visit their website at id.greensm.com to learn more.

Look out for their signature cyan green vehicles on Bali’s roads. They are easy to spot, and a very welcome sight.

Tip: As a newly launched service, Green SM’s fleet coverage is actively growing. They are an excellent choice for transfers in and around Denpasar, South Bali, and the Nusa Dua corridor. Our concierge team can advise on current coverage for your specific journey.

E-Bluebird: Indonesia’s Trusted Electric Taxi

For a well-established electric car experience in Bali, E-Bluebird remains a gold standard option. Bluebird Group, Indonesia’s most trusted taxi brand since 1972, pioneered the country’s first electric taxi fleet and has steadily expanded its EV offering in Bali with a fleet of BYD electric vehicles.

You can book via the MyBluebird app (available on iOS and Android) or find the dedicated E-Bluebird booth at Ngurah Rai International Airport, which is a very convenient option if you want to start your Bali trip green from the very moment you land.

The app displays upfront pricing before you confirm your booking, so there are no surprises. Bluebird also runs a “One Ride, One Seed” tree-planting initiative in partnership with WWF Indonesia, adding another layer of environmental meaning to every journey.

Tip: Always confirm you are in an official Bluebird vehicle by checking for the blue bird logo and the fleet code on the windshield, for example “VV-1234”, to avoid imitation drivers.

Gojek and Grab: EV Bikes Within Your Favourite Apps

If you already use Gojek or Grab during your stay, and many of our guests do, you may already be riding electric without even realising it. Both platforms are actively rolling out electric motorbikes to their driver fleets across Bali as part of major national sustainability commitments. Gojek has set a target to transition its entire fleet to EVs by 2030, and both apps have been distributing electric bikes to driver-partners at scale across the island.

When you book a GoRide or GrabBike, there is a growing chance your driver will arrive on an e-bike. The experience is seamless from your side: same app, same booking process, same pricing. The difference is a noticeably quieter and smoother ride, and the knowledge that your trip produced zero tailpipe emissions.

No extra steps are needed. Simply book as normal, and let the greener ride come to you.

For a full walkthrough on using Gojek and Grab in Bali, including payment options and pickup tips, see our companion guide: Getting Around Bali Easily: Your Guide to Using Gojek, Grab and Ojeks.

Electric Scooter Rentals: Freedom to Explore at Your Own Pace

For guests who love the independence of self-riding, electric scooter rentals offer a clean and practical alternative to conventional petrol bikes. Dedicated e-scooter hire operators have been growing across South Bali, with options increasingly available in and around the Nusa Dua area.

NoaBike is one of the most recognised e-scooter rental providers in Bali, offering a fleet of well-maintained electric vehicles for daily hire at rates comparable to conventional scooters. Hotel and villa delivery can often be arranged, making it easy to pick up your e-scooter directly from Merusaka.

A few important things to keep in mind before renting:

Licensing: A valid home-country driving licence is required. We also strongly recommend obtaining an International Driving Permit (IDP) before your trip, as Indonesian traffic police may ask for one.

Range: Most electric scooters in Bali offer a range of around 50 to 120 km per charge, which comfortably covers a day trip around South Bali. Confirm the range with your rental operator and plan your route accordingly.

Helmet: Always wear the helmet provided and fasten the strap. This is a legal requirement and the right thing to do for your own safety.

Insurance: Check your travel insurance policy carefully before renting. Many standard policies do not cover motorbike accidents if you do not hold a valid motorcycle licence.

Our concierge team is happy to recommend current, trusted e-scooter rental operators near the resort. Just ask at the front desk.

E-Bike and Electric Cycling Tours: Bali at the Perfect Pace

For guests who want to experience Bali’s landscapes slowly and at eye level, without the heat and effort of conventional cycling, electric-assisted bicycle (e-bike) tours offer a wonderful middle ground. Pedal-assist technology provides support when you need it most, whether on hills, longer stretches, or during the warm midday hours, so you can focus on what is around you rather than the effort of getting there.

Popular routes for e-bike tours in Bali include the emerald rice terraces and traditional villages around Ubud, the scenic coastal paths of the Bukit Peninsula, and the quieter lanes winding through Jimbaran and the areas surrounding Nusa Dua. It is one of the most immersive ways to experience rural Bali, passing temple gateways, roadside shrines, and working rice paddies at a pace slow enough to genuinely appreciate them.

Most e-bike tours in Bali are small-group, guided experiences lasting between two and four hours, and the majority of operators offer hotel pickup from Nusa Dua. Ask our concierge team for recommendations tailored to the part of the island you would like to explore.

Why We Encourage Our Guests to Choose Electric

We know that when you are on holiday, convenience and comfort come first. That is exactly why we feel confident recommending e-rides. The electric options available in Bali today are not a compromise; in many cases, they are genuinely the better experience.

Here is why we would love for you to make the switch during your stay:

It’s quieter, and that matters in Bali. Part of what makes Bali magical is the sound of it: temple bells, gamelan music drifting through the air, the rustle of palm trees. An electric vehicle moves through the island’s soundscape rather than cutting across it. The silence of an e-ride is itself a gift.

It’s comfortable and often more affordable. Electric taxis like Green SM and E-Bluebird offer premium interiors with smooth, vibration-free rides. With upfront pricing through their apps, you always know what you are paying before you travel. No negotiating, no surprises.

Every ride adds up. Bali receives millions of visitors every year. If even a fraction of those visitors choose electric transport during their stay, the collective impact on the island’s air quality and carbon footprint becomes genuinely significant. Your individual choice is part of something much bigger.

It aligns with the spirit of Bali itself. Balinese philosophy is rooted in Tri Hita Karana, the concept of harmony between people, nature, and the divine. Choosing to travel in a way that respects the natural environment is not just an eco-conscious decision; it is a deeply Balinese one. It is a way of honouring the island that is welcoming you.

And you will have a story to tell. Being among the first guests to ride Green SM, launched in Bali just weeks ago, or gliding silently through Ubud’s rice terraces on an e-bike, is the kind of travel memory worth carrying home.

Merusaka’s E-Ride Quick Reference

Our concierge team can arrange or recommend all of the above.
Simply ask at the front desk, We’d love to assist you anytime …

Travel beautifully. Travel responsibly. Travel electric.