Bali Ubud Flying Dress Photoshoot Private Session
Wear a maxi dress and get professional photos at two of Ubud's most photographed spots before lunch.
A private flying dress photoshoot in Ubud pairs you with a professional photographer and guide for a half-day session at Handara Gate and an ancient Banyan Tree. Hotel pickup begins at 6am. You wear one of the operator's maxi dresses while the photographer captures you against each backdrop, then select and receive edited images afterward.
Step-by-step itinerary
VIP photoshoot at Bali landmarks
- Pick up from hotel
- Photoshoot at Handara Gate
- Photoshoot at 700-year-old Banyan Tree
- Return to hotel
What’s included
- Private transportation with hotel pickup and return.
- flying dress rental.
- professional photographer for the full session.
- assistant to help position the dress.
- bottled water.
- air-conditioned vehicle.
- professionally edited photos of your choice.
- all fees and taxes.
Times
- Every day 06:00 07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00
Before you book
Operated by ForeverVacation Bali
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The experience
The day starts with pickup from your hotel or villa before dawn. Your guide and photographer arrive at Handara Gate by 8am, when the light is clean and the crowds are thin. You change into a flying dress (the operator provides it), and the photographer positions you while an assistant helps manage the fabric as it catches the air. The gate itself is a traditional Balinese structure framed by green rice terraces, and the photos work because the dress moves while the landscape stays still.
By 10am you're at the Banyan Tree, over 700 years old, its massive trunk and sprawling canopy creating a natural frame. The flying dress reads differently here: the tree's scale and texture shift how the fabric photographs. The photographer knows both locations and how to use the light at each hour. You're not rushing between stops or sharing the guide's attention with other groups.
After the second location, you head back to your hotel, arriving by 1pm. Within a few days, the operator sends you a set of professionally edited photos you selected during the shoot. The whole experience (transport, dress rental, photography, water, the assistant managing logistics) costs one price, and tips are separate.
Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling solo or as a couple and want professional photos without coordinating with other groups. The private format means the photographer and guide focus entirely on you, and the early start keeps both locations uncrowded. The trade-off is an early wake-up, but that's what makes the light and the space work.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years): free; Infant (under 3): free.
What exactly is a flying dress photoshoot and how does it work?
A flying dress is a lightweight maxi dress designed to billow and move in the air during photos. The photographer captures you in motion while wearing it at each location. An assistant helps position the fabric so it photographs well. The effect creates a dynamic, flowing look against the backdrop.
Can I bring my own dress instead of renting one from the operator?
The operator provides the dress as part of the package. If you have questions about fit or style preferences, contact them before booking to discuss options.
How many photos do I get to keep after the shoot?
You select a handful of photos during or after the shoot, and the operator professionally edits and sends those to you. The exact number of selectable images should be confirmed with the operator when you book.
What is the Handara Gate and why is it a good photo spot?
Handara Gate is an iconic traditional Balinese entrance structure set against green rice terraces and mountain views. It's one of Bali's most photographed landmarks because the scale and natural framing work well for portraits, especially with the flying dress effect.
Is the Banyan Tree a natural landmark or part of a temple or garden?
The Banyan Tree is over 700 years old and stands as a natural landmark in Ubud. Its massive trunk and sprawling canopy create a dramatic natural setting for photography.
What time do I need to wake up, and why so early?
Pickup is at 6am to reach Handara Gate by 8am, when the light is soft and the location is less crowded. Early morning light photographs better and gives you space to move and pose without waiting for other visitors to clear the frame.
Bali Ubud Flying Dress Photoshoot Private Session
7h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 620 per person
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