Things to do in Ubud
Ubud Waterfall46 optionsBest Rafting in Ubud29 optionsBike Tour Ubud20 optionsUbud Day Trip14 optionsZiplining8 optionsUbud Sunrise Hiking40 optionsUbud Temple Tour10 optionsTirta Empul Temple Tours96 optionsTegalalang Rice Terrace Tours150 optionsVolcano Ubud13 optionsUbud City Tour5 optionsCooking Classes16 options
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Ubud Full-Day Tour: Jungle Swing, Rice Terraces & WaterfallA private 10-hour guided tour of Ubud covers the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang rice terraces, Tirta Empul's holy spring temple, and Tegenungan waterfall, with a jungle swing overlooking the forest and lunch at a restaurant in the trees. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, the guide speaks English, and groups stay under 15 people. Choose the all-inclusive option if you want lunch; the no-lunch version lets you eat where you prefer.Is it for me?Book the all-inclusive option if you want the full day to hold together without stopping to find food—lunch at the jungle restaurant is part of the rhythm. Choose the no-lunch version if you prefer to eat on your own schedule or have dietary preferences the restaurant may not meet.
Ubud tour with Monkey Forest, Jungle Swing and Rice TerraceA private guided tour of Ubud with a local English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport to five main sights: the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, a jungle swing, Tirta Empul Temple and Tegenungan Waterfall. The tour runs 8 to 10 hours. You choose at checkout whether to add entrance fees, lunch and jungle swing access, or book the base tour and arrange those separately.Is it for me?Choose the all-inclusive option if you want the entrance fees, lunch and jungle swing arranged so the day flows without stops to pay or find a restaurant. The base tour suits travelers who prefer to manage those costs separately or want flexibility on where and what they eat.
Ubud Day Tour: Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces & WaterfallA private 9-hour guided tour of Ubud covers the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tegenungan Waterfall, Batuan Temple, and art villages, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Entry fees are included in one option; the other lets you choose. The driver speaks English and also serves as your guide. You get an hour of free time in Ubud's center to explore the palace, market, or temple on your own terms. The itinerary can shift if weather or traffic demands it, and the jungle swing at Tegalalang is available for an extra cost on site.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Ubud's main sites without renting a car or navigating between them yourself—the driver handles the route and timing, and you don't have to decide what to do next. It also works well if you prefer to move at a relaxed pace and have the option to linger at any stop or swap attractions if something catches your interest more.
75-Minute Full Body Massage in Ubud Traditional SpaA 75-minute full body massage at Ubud Traditional Spa in Bali, where you arrive to a herbal welcome drink, choose your massage oil, and finish with warm tea in a traditional Balinese pavilion. Pickup and drop-off at Museum Puri Lukisan parking lot are included; the guide speaks English and children from age 10 are welcome.Is it for me?The massage runs 75 minutes without breaks, so you're lying still for the full duration—a stretch of time that lets deep relaxation take hold instead of a quick session that leaves you halfway there. If you're looking for a longer treatment that works through your whole body at an unhurried pace, this one delivers it.
Uluwatu Sunset Tour from Ubud: Kecak Dance & Seafood DinnerA private Uluwatu sunset tour from Ubud includes temple entry, the Kecak Fire Dance performance by 50 chanting men, and optional Jimbaran Beach seafood dinner. The All Inclusive option bundles everything; the No Dinner option covers the temple and dance only; the Basic Tour is guide and transport alone, with attractions at your own cost. Your driver picks you up from your Ubud or South Bali accommodation and handles the traffic both ways.Is it for me?Book the All Inclusive option if you want everything arranged—temple, dance, and dinner all covered in one price with no stops to figure out where to eat. Choose No Dinner if you'd rather pick your own restaurant or meal style at Jimbaran. The Basic Tour suits travelers who want the private transport and guide but plan to buy temple and dance tickets separately or skip attractions entirely.
Bali: Tanah Lot, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces & Waterfalls Day TripYou’ll feel sea spray at Tanah Lot Temple, swim beneath Banyumala’s twin falls, walk through Jatiluwih’s layered rice fields with your local guide, and pause by Ulun Danu Beratan’s lakeside shrines. Expect real moments: muddy paths, spicy lunches, soft rain on your skin — plus private car pickup and lunch included.
Nusa Penida Day Trip from Ubud: Kelingking Beach & SnorkelingYou get picked up from your Ubud hotel at 7am, fast-boated to Nusa Penida Island, and driven to Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and Crystal Bay for swimming and snorkeling. Lunch and all entrance fees are included, plus the driver navigates the whole island so you don't have to. The 12-hour day ends with an evening return to Ubud.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Nusa Penida's four main beaches and cliffs in one day without arranging your own transport, boat tickets or timing — the fixed schedule and private driver mean you move between stops on someone else's plan, which is what fits everything into 12 hours.
Snorkeling at Blue Lagoon Beach, Bali: 2 hours in the waterSnorkeling at Blue Lagoon Beach near Ubud includes six hours round-trip from your hotel, with pickup, a set-menu Indonesian lunch, all snorkeling equipment, and a live English-speaking guide. You'll spend one hour at Blue Lagoon and one hour at Tanjung Jepun Beach, where the water is clear, the sand is white and the coral is in good condition. Shower facilities and changing rooms are available at Puri Rai Restaurant before and after.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Ubud and want two hours in the water at two reef sites—the guide snorkels alongside you, and add-ons like Lempuyang Temple or a waterfall let you build a full day around it.
Bali Waterfalls: Tibumana, Tukad Cepung & Tegenungan Day TourYou’ll wander jungle paths near Ubud with a local guide, swim in cool mountain pools at Tibumana and Tegenungan waterfalls, and slip into Tukad Cepung’s hidden cave where sunlight dances on spray. Includes hotel pickup, private transport, entry fees, and a local lunch—leaving you free to soak up every moment.
Bali: Water Temples & Jatiluwih Rice Terraces Day TripYou’ll wander floating temples on Lake Beratan, taste fresh mountain air at Batukaru Temple, walk among UNESCO-listed rice terraces at Jatiluwih, and watch sunset colors spill over Tanah Lot. With hotel pickup and a local guide handling every detail, you just soak up Bali’s spirit—muddy shoes included.
Bali Ubud: ATV Quad Bike Jungle, Tunnel & Waterfall RideYou’ll tear through muddy jungle trails on an ATV quad bike in Ubud, splash into hidden tunnels and rivers, then cool off by a waterfall before sharing lunch with your group. Local guides keep things safe but fun — you’ll end up dirty, tired, and probably grinning wider than you expect.
Private Ubud Tour: Sacred Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces & TempleA private guided tour of Ubud covering the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Tirta Empul Temple, Ulu Petanu Waterfall, and a coffee plantation, with a driver-guide who handles photography and cultural context. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; lunch and entrance fees are included on the all-inclusive option, while the guide-only option lets you pay entry fees separately. English, Italian, Spanish, French and Chinese-speaking guides are available.Is it for me?Choose the all-inclusive option if you want entry fees, lunch and photography handled so you can focus on the sites themselves; pick the guide-only option if you prefer to manage your own meals and entry costs.
Ubud Private Car Hire: 10-Hour Custom Itinerary & Hotel PickupYou get a private car and driver for 10 hours to visit temples, rice terraces, waterfalls and markets across Ubud at your own pace. Fuel, hotel pickup and an English-speaking local driver are included. You plan the stops beforehand and the driver adjusts the timing on the day itself, so you're not locked into a group schedule or a preset itinerary.Is it for me?This works well if you're traveling with family or a small group and want to move at your own pace without joining a fixed tour schedule — the private car means you're not waiting for other travelers, and the local driver handles navigation so you can focus on what you're seeing.
Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Hike & Hot Spring with PickupYou’ll start before dawn for a guided Mount Batur sunrise hike from Bali, reaching the summit just as colors spill across the sky. Enjoy breakfast cooked by volcanic steam and relax in a natural hot spring afterward. With hotel pickup included, it’s an early adventure that leaves you tired but quietly amazed long after you’re back at your hotel.
Bali Ubud: ATV Quad Bike, Waterfall & Gorilla Cave with LunchYou’ll ride an ATV quad bike through muddy trails near Ubud, splash across rivers and canyons, stop at Gorilla Cave and a hidden waterfall with your local guide, then share lunch overlooking rice terraces. Expect laughter, muddy boots, and one or two moments that’ll stick with you long after you’re back in town.
Mount Batur Sunrise Trek from Ubud with Breakfast & PickupYou're picked up before dawn from your Ubud hotel and driven to the base of Mount Batur near Lake Batur. A local guide leads you up the volcano in the dark with flashlights and trekking poles, reaching the summit just as the sun rises over the caldera. Breakfast—sandwich, egg, fruit, and hot drinks—is served at the top while you watch the light spread across the landscape. The descent takes the same trail back down in daylight, and you return to Ubud by mid-morning.Is it for me?Pick this trek if you want to see Mount Batur's sunrise without arranging your own transport, guide, or equipment—the early pickup and fixed timing mean you don't have to figure out how to get to the base in the dark or navigate the mountain alone.
Mount Batur Sunrise by Jeep: No Hiking RequiredA Mount Batur sunrise tour by 4WD jeep from Ubud that skips the hike entirely; you ride to 1,365 meters, watch the sunrise from the vehicle, and explore the black lava fields left by the 1963 eruption. The tour includes hotel pickup, entrance ticket, light breakfast and hot drinks, with a live guide in English or Malay, and runs 6 to 8 hours depending on which add-on you choose at checkout.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to see Mount Batur's sunrise and explore the volcanic landscape without the physical demand of hiking. The jeep does the climbing, so you arrive rested and can spend the morning watching the light change over the caldera and walking through the lava fields instead of catching your breath on a trail.
Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour & Hot Spring OptionsYou’ll watch sunrise spill over Mount Batur from a comfy 4WD jeep—no hiking boots needed—and ride through wild black lava fields with a local guide who shares stories along the way. Afterward, choose your own adventure: soak in a natural hot spring or check out a rice terrace before heading back with breakfast in your belly.
Ubud Cooking Class with Balinese Chef: Learn 7 DishesA hands-on cooking class in Ubud where you prepare seven authentic Balinese dishes at your own station under instruction from a local chef speaking English. The morning class includes a traditional market tour before cooking; the afternoon class meets at 2:30pm at Lapangan Desa Ubud. Both options include hotel pickup (central Ubud), a welcome drink, and lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you cooked. Children from age 6 are welcome.Is it for me?Book the morning class if you want to see the traditional market and have the full day ahead after eating; choose the afternoon class if you arrive mid-day or prefer an evening meal and want to spend your morning elsewhere in Ubud.
Ubud Private Driver: 11-Hour Bali Tour with English GuideYou get a driver and a vehicle for a full day, unlimited mileage across Bali, and the freedom to change your mind about where to go. Parking and water are included, the driver speaks English and knows the island, and the price is locked in before you book. Extensions run five dollars per hour if you need more time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to move around Bali without driving yourself or negotiating transport each time — the fixed price and eleven-hour window mean you can visit multiple places in one day without worrying about logistics or hidden costs.
