Teletubbies Hill (also known as Bukit Teletubbies – the word “Bukit” means “hill” in Bahasa Indonesia) is a charming site on the island of Nusa Penida, off the coast of mainland Bali.
It takes its name from the famous children’s show and while it’s not the same hill as the one seen in the show, it’s a lovely place to capture some memories on this small island in the Indian Ocean.
Here’s what you need to know to visit Teletubbies Hill and get the best out of it.
Where Is Teletubbies Hill?
Teletubbies Hill is on the island of Nusa Penida which is part of the administrative region of Bali, Indonesia.
How To Get To Bukit Teletubbies?
First, you’ll need to get to Nusa Penida which you can do by boat from the Balinese mainland.
Then, to get to Teletubbies Hill, you’ll need to rent a scooter or hire a local driver unless you brought a scooter with you on the (very slow) ferry service, then you can drive yourself.
You can find out more about getting around Nusa Penida in our guide to the island.
What’s The Best Time To Go To Teletubbies Hill?
We have a simple rule in Bali, if you want to visit anywhere that’s popular with tourists, the best time to go is early in the morning as you will avoid the crowds.
However, this isn’t always easy on Nusa Penida, particularly if you’re on a day trip, which is why we always recommend spending, at least, 2 or 3 days on the island and also visiting Nusa Lembongan when you do.
There is no bad time of year to visit Bali, though, and in fact, you might prefer to see the Teletubbies Hill in the rainy season as that’s when the land is at its greenest and most verdant.
Don’t worry it doesn’t rain all day in the rainy season, in fact, we see over 8 hours of sunshine a day throughout that time of year on average
What’s The Entrance Fee For Teletubbies Hill?
There is no entrance fee. It is 100% free of charge to visit these hills. At least, for now. If you’re in Nusa Penida, then you’re welcome to access the site any time between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
You can take as many photos or make as many videos as you like too and there’s no charge for doing so. Just remember to show some consideration for other visitors if you do.
What To Expect At Teletubbies Hills
It’s a group of big, half-spherical hills, that are very reminiscent of the Chocolate Hills in the Philippines.
It’s a pleasant place to stop for a few photographs and a great place to use a drone. They look best in the rainy season but their colours are still fascinating in the dry season.
Unless you want to go hiking, you probably won’t spend a long time at Teletubbies Hill, but we think you will be glad that you visited the Bukit Teletubbies, there’s something soothing about them.
Other Things To Do In Nusa Penida
There are plenty of other things to do in Nusa Penida and the Nusa Islands including:
Angel’s Billabong – this is one of the most dramatic sites on the island and Angel’s Billabong offers a gorgeous but potentially deadly natural infinity pool to visitors.
Diamond Beach – it’s near-universally agreed that in a land of nice beaches, Diamond Beach is the best of the beaches on Penida Island, so don’t miss it.
Devil’s Tears – if you love to see the power of the sea, then don’t skip a visit to the Devil’s Tears, it’s awesome.
You can also find complete guides to the neighbouring islands of Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan on our site. It’s always a good idea to visit, at least, Nusa Lembongan as well as Nusa Penida.
FAQs
Where Is The Hill In Teletubbies?
It’s not in Bali, though amusingly we’ve found a few websites claiming that it is. Teletubbies is, of course, a British children’s TV program and thus, the hill in the show is in England.
It’s actually on the land of Sweet Knowle Farm which is in the Warwickshire countryside near the village of Whimpstone.
There is a Teletubbies Hill in Bali and it is named after the show because it looks like the hill in the TV show, but the show was never shot anywhere near it.
Where Is The Teletubbies Located?
The Teletubbies TV show is based in the United Kingdom. The “scary hill” which is next to the “Tubbytronic Superdome” is, in fact, in Warwickshire in England.
The set was created at a place called Sweet Knowle Farm though most of it has been removed as filming has long since passed.
The Bukit Teletubbies is in Bali and this hill is named after the one that you could see in the famous children’s TV show.
How Much Does It Cost To Go To Teletubbies Hill In Bali?
At this moment in time, the Bukit Teletubbies is entirely free to access and you can go at any time between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to take photos and have a bit of a hike without any fees at all.
Where Are The Teletubbies Hills?
The Bukit Teletubbies which are the Teletubbies Hills are on Nusa Penida Island which is part of the Nusa Islands of Bali, Indonesia.
How Do I Book A Holiday To See The Teletubbies Hill In Bali?
We always recommend that you book a holiday in any part of Bali through the lovely folks at Bali Res Centre.
They are a locally owned and operated travel service that can ensure that you see Teletubbies Hill in style.
Final Thoughts On Teletubbies Hill, Nusa Penida Island
If you’re thinking about visiting Teletubbies Hill, then we think you should.
It’s an interesting place that looks awesome in photographs (for your Instagram page) and helps link up a day travelling around the sites of Nusa Penida.
We wouldn’t make a special trip just to see this hill, mind you, but if you take advantage of everything else Penida has to offer, it’s a very pleasant place to spend some time.
