A Sydney mum is warning travellers about monkeys in Bali. Her 12-year-old daughter was bitten on the neck at Ubud Monkey Forest in September 2025.
Key Facts
- Mum: Flavia McDonald, from Sydney
- Daughter: Lorena, aged 12
- Place: Ubud Monkey Forest, Bali
- Treatment: human rabies immunoglobulin
- First bill reported: Rp69 million, about A$6,300
The Bite
A monkey bit Lorena on the neck. The wound was bleeding, so she needed treatment against rabies.
The Cost
Ms McDonald said the bill was about Rp69 million. The clinic later said the amount paid was Rp48,686,452.
Staying Safe Around Monkeys
- Do not carry food or loose items.
- Do not touch or feed monkeys.
- Get medical help straight away if bitten or scratched.
- Take out travel insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the girl bitten?
At Ubud Monkey Forest in Bali.
Why did she need treatment?
Monkey bites can spread rabies, so she got rabies immunoglobulin.
How much did it cost?
The mum said about Rp69 million. The clinic said Rp48.7 million was paid.
Conclusion
A holiday outing became a costly medical scare. Travellers are urged to keep away from monkeys.
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