Batuan Temple & Tegenungan Waterfall Tour from Kuta

Three temples and waterfalls in one morning or afternoon from your hotel

A private tour from Kuta that visits Batuan Temple (nearly 1,000 years old), Tegenungan Waterfall and Elephant Cave with entrance tickets, hotel pickup and an English-speaking driver. The route covers sites between Denpasar and Ubud, taking eight to ten hours total. Meals and guide tipping are optional. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy or serious cardiovascular conditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Batuan Temple40m · entry included
2. Tegenungan Waterfall1h · entry included
3. Elephant Cave1h · entry included
4. Tegalalang Rice Terrace1h · entry included
5. Ubud Art Market1h
6. Mas Village1h

Visit temples and natural attractions

• Explore Batuan Temple
• Visit Tegenungan Waterfall
• Tour Elephant Cave (Goa Gajah)
• See Tegalalang Rice Terrace
• Visit Puri Saren Agung Palace
• Shop at Ubud Art Market
• Discover Mas Village wood carving

The experience

You're picked up from your hotel and driven to Batuan Temple, a Hindu temple founded in 1020 AD and set beside the main road between Denpasar and Ubud. The temple's roof is made from woven black palm fiber, and its entrance gate (Candi Bentar) is built from red brick decorated with floral carvings. The Dwarapala statue at the gate stands upright rather than in the typical seated position, a local variation you'll notice as your driver explains the temple's layout and history.

From there you head to Tegenungan Waterfall, a half-hour drive southeast of Ubud's center. The waterfall sits on a pebbly base with a plunge pool where you can swim, though the operator advises against entering after heavy rain due to flash flood risk. Restaurants near the falls serve local dishes like Balinese-style crispy fried duck if you want to eat before or after. Your next stop is Elephant Cave (Goa Gajah), an archaeological site six kilometers west of Ubud's center with a central meditation cave, bathing pools and rock-wall carvings carved into the hillside. Most visitors spend about an hour exploring the courtyard and the cave itself.

The tour also includes stops at Tegalalang Rice Terrace (the famous terraced fields near Ubud), Ubud Art Market (where the film Eat Pray Love was shot), Mas Village (known for wood carving workshops), and Puri Saren Agung (the royal palace). Your driver speaks English and handles all navigation. Entrance tickets to each attraction are included in the price. The full route takes eight to ten hours, so plan for a full morning and afternoon or a full day depending on your hotel's location and how long you linger at each site.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return.
• entrance tickets to Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall and Elephant Cave.
• private air-conditioned car.
• English-speaking driver for the full eight to ten hours.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (5 to 66 years) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Upadani Bali Tour

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to visit three major temple sites in one day with your driver adjusting stops to your pace, rather than moving with a fixed group schedule.

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Top questions

How old is Batuan Temple and what makes its design different from other Balinese temples?

Batuan Temple was founded in 1020 AD, making it nearly 1,000 years old. Its roof is built from woven black palm fiber rather than the more common materials, and its Dwarapala gate statue stands upright without a weapon, unlike the typical seated pose with a mace you see at other temple gates.

Can I swim in Tegenungan Waterfall?

Yes, you can swim in the plunge pool at the base of Tegenungan Waterfall. The operator advises against entering after heavy rainfall because of the risk of flash floods, so timing matters depending on the weather.

How long does it take to explore Elephant Cave?

Elephant Cave typically takes about an hour to explore. The site includes a central meditation cave, bathing pools and fountains carved into the rock, plus a courtyard with archaeological relics.

What other stops are included besides the three main attractions?

The tour also visits Tegalalang Rice Terrace (the famous terraced fields near Ubud), Ubud Art Market, Mas Village (a wood carving center), and Puri Saren Agung (the royal palace). Your driver determines the order and time spent at each based on the day's flow.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Meals are optional and not included in the tour price. Restaurants operate near Tegenungan Waterfall if you want to eat during the tour, and you can purchase food at any of the stops.