About this tour
Spend 8–10 hours exploring Ubud's cultural and natural landmarks with a local guide. Visit the Monkey Forest where macaques roam freely amongst ancient temples, trek to cascading waterfalls hidden in jungle valleys, walk past flooded rice paddies that have fed the island for centuries, and pay respects at the Holy Water Temple. Round-trip transport from your hotel, lunch (on all-inclusive option), entrance fees, and tour insurance included. Customise your stops to suit your interests.
Highlights
- Macaque-filled temple ruins in sacred Monkey Forest
- Waterfall swims in jungle gorges
- Ancient subak irrigation system feeding rice fields
- Holy Water Temple for ritual cleansing
- Local guide shares Balinese artistic traditions
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your pace
- All transport and entrance fees covered
What to expect
Your driver collects you early and navigates the winding roads towards Ubud's heart. The Monkey Forest opens first—expect bold macaques, moss-covered temples, and a slippery walk downhill through the canopy. Next, you'll hike to waterfalls where you can wade and swim if you wish. Midday, pause at a restaurant overlooking rice terraces (or picnic, depending on your package). Afterwards, visit the Holy Water Temple where locals sprinkle sacred spring water over themselves. Throughout, your guide explains the subak system and points out stone carvings and offerings left by villagers. The pace is steady but unhurried.
Good to know
Wear sturdy shoes with grip for wet temple stones and forest paths. Bring a towel and change of clothes for waterfall stops. Not suitable if you have spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or are pregnant. Prams fit most paths; strollers less so. Public transport is nearby if you prefer to skip the car.
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