Ubud & Uluwatu Sunset Tour: Waterfall, Temple, Dinner

The Kecak dance happens at sunset on the cliff above the ocean, not in a theater.

A full-day tour from Seminyak to Ubud and the Uluwatu clifftop temples, with hotel pickup and drop-off, visiting Tegenungan Waterfall, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud Royal Palace, and Padang Padang Beach before watching the Kecak and Fire Dance at sunset and eating grilled seafood at Jimbaran. The tour runs 11 to 12 hours with a professional English-speaking driver. Lunch and dinner are included if you choose the all-inclusive option, or you can book without meals and eat where you prefer.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Tegenungan Waterfall1h · entry included
2. Ubud Palace1h · entry included
3. Uluwatu Temple1h · entry included
4. Batuan Templepassing by
5. Mas Villagepassing by
6. Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Parkpassing by

Explore Ubud and Uluwatu with dinner

• Pickup from hotel
• Visit Tegenungan Waterfall
• Explore Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
• Visit Ubud Royal Palace
• Lunch at restaurant
• Relax at Padang Padang Beach
• Visit Uluwatu Temple
• Watch Kecak and Fire Dance
• Enjoy seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach
• Drop off at hotel

The experience

Your hotel pickup in Seminyak starts the day early, heading north to Tegenungan Waterfall, a 20-meter drop framed by green rocky walls where the sound of falling water carries across the viewing platform. From there the route turns toward Ubud's cultural heart: the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, where over 400 long-tailed macaques move through jungle, temples and gorges across 27 acres, followed by the Ubud Royal Palace, a historical stone-carved building that still stands as it did in ancient times. Lunch arrives at a set restaurant before the afternoon shift toward the coast.

The drive to Padang Padang Beach gives you time on white sand and clear water, then continues to Uluwatu Temple, perched 70 meters above the ocean on a steep cliff. This is where the Kecak and Fire Dance begins as the sun drops toward the horizon: a mass performance of chanting and choreography that originated in the village of Bona and was adapted from sacred temple music. The dance plays out on the cliff itself, not indoors, so the sunset and the ocean backdrop are part of the show. After the performance ends, the tour drives down to Jimbaran Beach for grilled seafood dinner under the sky, with the bay and airport proximity making this stretch of coast distinct from other Bali beach towns.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and private to your party only. No other travelers share the van. Your driver speaks English and handles all entrance fees, the Kecak ticket, parking and fuel. If you book the all-inclusive option, both lunch and dinner are set menus. If you choose the tour without meals, you decide where to eat at each stop. Vegetarian and non-seafood dinner options are available when you book. Just let the operator know your preference.

What’s included

• Professional English-speaking driver and guide.
• air-conditioned private vehicle with no other passengers.
• hotel or villa pickup and drop-off from your Seminyak location.
• all entrance tickets to Tegenungan Waterfall, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud Royal Palace, Padang Padang Beach and Uluwatu Temple.
• Kecak and Fire Dance ticket.
• set menu lunch and set menu seafood dinner if you choose the all-inclusive option.
• tax and services.
• petrol and parking fees.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tours without lunch and dinnerGuide in English or Malay · 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Tours without lunch and dinner cover only entrance tickets and a kecak dance ticket. Private guided tour, duration: 12 hours. Private air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup is included.

All Inclusive ToursGuide in English or Malay · 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30The all-inclusive tours cover entrance tickets, a kecak dance ticket, lunch, and a seafood dinner in Jimbaran. Private guided tour, duration: 12 hours. Private air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Malay

Audio guideEnglish and Malay

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree 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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Bali Full Day Tour

Is this one for you?Book the all-inclusive option if you want meals handled at set times and restaurants. Choose the tour without meals if you prefer to eat where and when you decide during the day. The private vehicle means your group travels alone, which works well for families or friends who want to set their own pace at each stop without coordinating with strangers.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Malay.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2): free.

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.

Can I book this tour if I'm staying in a different part of Bali, not Seminyak?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are available from Ubud, Denpasar, Uluwatu, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Legian, Tuban, Sanur, Kuta, Canggu and Kerobokan as well as Seminyak, so the tour adjusts to wherever you're staying on the island.

What is the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary like when you arrive?

The Monkey Forest Sanctuary occupies 27 acres of lush jungle and gorge in the village of Padangtegal, home to over 400 long-tailed macaques divided into four groups that occupy different areas of the park. It's an important cultural and spiritual site that also functions as a popular tourist destination, welcoming upwards of 10,000 visitors each month.

Does the tour include lunch and dinner, or do I pay extra?

The all-inclusive option includes both a set menu lunch at a restaurant and a set menu seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach. The tour-without-meals option lets you skip both and eat on your own at each stop. Vegetarian and non-seafood dinner alternatives are available if you request them at booking.

What happens if I'm not comfortable with the Kecak dance or want to skip it?

The Kecak and Fire Dance ticket is included in the tour price and is part of the scheduled itinerary at Uluwatu Temple at sunset. The operator allows flexible time arrangements based on your request, so discuss any concerns when you book.

How long is the full day, and what time does pickup happen?

The tour runs 11 to 12 hours from hotel pickup to drop-off. The operator offers flexible time arrangement based on your request, so you can confirm the exact pickup time when you book.