Bali, a province of the Republic of Indonesia, is once again confronted with an outbreak of rabies cases related to dog bites.
As of August 2025, visitors to Bali resort areas such as Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, and Jimbara have been warned about rabid dogs in these areas. Other areas include the Mengwi District, which covers Canggu’s Pererenan Beach and Seseh.
However, the acting head of animal health, Anak Agung Istri Brahmi Witari, told the Courier Mail that ‘no more than five dogs were responsible for the cases.’
In 2024, Bali confirmed that four people had died while testing positive for rabies following dog bites.
According to the U.S. CDC, dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Indonesia.
The CDC states that if rabies exposures occur while in Indonesia, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country. Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before visiting Indonesia in 2025.
In the U.S., rabies vaccines are offered at travel clinics and pharmacies.
In addition to rabies, the CDC has included Indonesia in recent polio and measles Travel Health Advisories.