Contact Lenses or Glasses in Bali?

In Bali’s tropical climate, the question isn’t whether to choose glasses or contact lenses, but rather when to use each depending on your lifestyle.

Contact lenses: practical, but use with caution

Contact lenses can be convenient for certain sports, especially indoors when glasses may get in the way (fitness, yoga…).

However, they are not recommended for water sports such as swimming, surfing, or diving, nor for contact sports like boxing, because they increase the risk of infection and eye injury.

For outdoor activities like cycling or running, contact lenses don’t protect your eyes from dust or wind. It’s better to wear sunglasses on top to keep your eyes fully protected.

👉 If you still need to wear them, always choose daily disposable lenses and discard them right after use to minimize risks.

Glasses: comfort and daily protection

Glasses remain the safest and most comfortable option for daily life in Bali.

  • They allow your eyes to breathe naturally, reducing fatigue compared to wearing contacts all day.
  • They protect from dust, wind, mosquitoes, and flies, especially useful when riding a scooter.
  • With UVA/UVB protective lenses, they shield your eyes from the intense tropical sunlight.


Glasses also offer more durability and less maintenance compared to contact lenses, making them a long-term and healthier choice.

Optician’s advice

At Maison Mata, we often recommend having both options:

reliable glasses for everyday life, and contact lenses for specific activities. Our opticians and optometrists provide full manual eye exams to guarantee precision and comfort.

👉 Visit our boutiques in Canggu, Ubud, Seminyak, or Sanur for a free eye exam and discover our handmade sunglasses and premium corrective lenses (Zeiss, Hoya, Essilor).

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