Indonesia is considering implementing a tourism levy on visitors to Bali in order to raise funds for conservation projects. The levy would help to replant mangroves and coral reefs and improve the impact of tourism on the local environment. The levy is being modeled after Thailand’s tourism levy, and the timing and magnitude of the tax are currently under discussion. The announcement comes after Bali has recently cracked down on traffic and visa breaches, causing issues for holidaymakers. Dozens of tourists have been deported from Bali in recent months due to these violations, highlighting the need for more sustainable tourism practices in the area.
