Ubud Private Tour: Sacred Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces, Swing

Swing out over the jungle, then walk through rice terraces carved into the hillside.

A private full-day guided tour of Ubud takes you to Sacred Monkey Forest, a jungle swing, Tegalalang Rice Terraces, Tirta Empul Temple, and Tegenungan Waterfall, with lunch overlooking Mount Batur and complimentary coffee and herbal tea tastings. Your English-speaking guide handles the route and timing. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Options for this experience

2 options

From US$ 23.08 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Essential Sightseeing 08:00 and 09:00 Guide in English Up to 6 per booking Special private guided tour: entrance fees are paid separately at each attraction. Private tour: the best choice for flexibility and a custom itinerary. Pick up and drop off: door-to-door pickup and drop-off from the hotel lobby. Pickup is included.

All-inclusive premium entrance 08:00 and 09:00 Guide in English Up to 14 per booking Entrance ticket included: no worries about local currency exchange, with all entrance tickets covered on the private guided tour. Pickup is included.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Ubud's nature and culture

• Visit Sacred Monkey Forest
• Experience Bali jungle swing
• Trek Tegalalang Rice Terrace
• Enjoy lunch with Mt. Batur views
• Visit traditional village garden
• Tour Tirta Empul Temple
• See Tegenungan Waterfall

Stops and time spent at each 4 stops

1. Tegalalang Rice Terrace 1h
2. Mount Batur 1h
3. Tirta Empul Temple 1h
4. Tegenungan Waterfall 1h

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off across Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Ubud, Canggu, Kerobokan, Gianyar and central Bali.
• private air-conditioned transportation.
• English-speaking professional guide.
• entrance tickets to all sites.
• lunch buffet.
• 14+ complimentary coffee and herbal tea tastings.
• mineral water.
• and travel insurance.

Times

• Every day 08:00 09:00

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Before you book

Group Private

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Book up to 2h before

Ages Adult (10 to 80 years) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Infants must sit on laps

Operated by Seminyak Tour Driver Bali

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The experience

The day starts at Sacred Monkey Forest, where around 700 Balinese long-tailed macaques roam freely across 12.5 hectares. You walk through the forest and find three temples inside, each guarded by monkeys living in the space. The guide leads you past the animals and helps with photos at the best spots.

Next comes the jungle swing: a rope swing strung across the valley where you can test yourself and get the kind of photos that make people ask where you were. The operator provides a dress to wear for the shoot. After that, you trek through Tegalalang Rice Terraces on small routes between the planted rows, stopping where the guide knows the light and angles work best. Lunch is a self-service buffet of Balinese and Indonesian dishes (spring rolls, nasi goreng, mie goreng, chicken satay, curries) served with a view of Mount Batur across the valley.

In the afternoon, you visit a traditional village garden with colored flowers and ornamental gates, then move to Tirta Empul Temple, a holy water temple where each spring has its own purification meaning. The final stop is Tegenungan Waterfall on the Petanu River, accessible and scenic enough that it draws visitors over other waterfalls in the region. Throughout the day you get 14 or more complimentary coffee and herbal tea tastings in a lush garden setting, depending on which option you book. The private driver handles all transport. You choose the pace and timing that fits your day.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What happens at Sacred Monkey Forest during the tour?

Sacred Monkey Forest holds around 700 Balinese long-tailed macaques across 12.5 hectares. You walk through the forest and see three temples inside, each guarded by monkeys living there in harmony. The guide helps you navigate safely and find the best photo spots.

What kind of food is served at lunch?

Lunch is a self-service buffet of Balinese and Indonesian cuisine served with a view of Mount Batur. The menu includes spring rolls, nasi goreng, mie goreng, chicken satay, chicken curry, vegetables, and other Balinese dishes.

How long does the full tour take?

The tour runs for 10 hours, covering Sacred Monkey Forest, the jungle swing, Tegalalang Rice Terraces, lunch, Tirta Empul Temple, and Tegenungan Waterfall, with flexible timing throughout the day.

What's included in the pickup and drop-off?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for guests staying in Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Ubud, Canggu, Kerobokan, Gianyar, or central Bali. You travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with your guide.

What do the coffee and tea tastings involve?

You get 14 or more complimentary coffee and herbal tea tastings in a lush green garden setting. The exact number depends on which tour option you choose at checkout.