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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Balinese Cooking Class: Make Authentic DishesA five-hour cooking class in a traditional Balinese house where you shop at the local market for ingredients, then prepare authentic Balinese dishes with a chef who speaks English and teaches you the foundations of the cuisine. You make the recipes yourself, eat what you've cooked for lunch in the garden, and can learn traditional activities like coconut oil processing and how to make a household offering. Children from age one are welcome.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to learn how Balinese food actually tastes and how it's built—the market visit and the time spent on technique with a chef who knows the cuisine means you leave with real skills, not just a recipe card. The five-hour format gives you time to cook without rushing and to experience the home and the family approach that defines the class.
Bali: Handara Gate, Banyumala Waterfall & Ulun Danu Temple TourYou’ll walk through mountain mist at Handara Gate, feel cold spray from Banyumala waterfall deep in Bali’s jungle, swing above Lake Buyan at Wanagiri Hidden Hills, and end by the quiet waters of Ulun Danu Beratan Temple. Local guides share stories along the way—and you’ll probably leave with more photos than you planned.
Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour from Surabaya & Malang with JeepYou’ll ride through East Java’s darkness to see Mount Bromo’s sunrise with a local guide, cross volcanic sands by jeep, walk up to the crater rim, and share breakfast in a mountain village before heading back to your hotel — it’s not always comfortable but you’ll remember how it felt long after.
Mount Batur Jeep Sunrise & Hot Spring Tour: Sunrise and SoakA combined Mount Batur jeep tour and natural hot spring visit with a live English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle pickup from your hotel, and entry to both sites. The morning starts with a 4WD drive to watch sunrise over the crater and Lake Batur, followed by a walk across the black lava field from the 1963 eruption. After sunrise, the tour moves to Batur Natural Hot Spring for a two-hour soak in geothermal water. Breakfast on the mountain—fruit, eggs, sandwiches, chocolate and hot coffee or tea—is included, as are all entrance fees and bottled water.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day combining sunrise viewing and hot spring soaking in one trip; choose it over separate outings if you're staying nearby and have the full morning and afternoon free.
Bali Ubud: Monkey Forest, Kanto Lampo Waterfall & Rice TerraceYou’ll wander Ubud’s Monkey Forest with its cheeky macaques, feel jungle spray at Kanto Lampo Waterfall, and walk through Tegalalang’s endless green rice terraces — all with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Includes hotel pickup and entry fees so you can just soak up Bali’s rhythm.
Bali to Ijen Crater: Blue Fire Trek, Ulun Danu Temple & All-InclusiveYou’ll start in Bali and cross into East Java for a midnight trek up Mount Ijen with a local guide—blue fire glowing in the crater below and sulfur miners working around you. Stops include Ulun Danu Beratan Temple and Lovina Beach, plus a simple homestay and strong local coffee before your hike. It’s tiring but unforgettable—the kind of trip that lingers long after you’re home.
Devdan Show Bali: Indonesian Dance & Aerial Acrobatics in Nusa DuaYou arrive at the Devdan Show in Nusa Dua with hotel pickup handled, settle into your seat, and spend ninety minutes watching performers from five Indonesian regions move through traditional dance, aerial acrobatics, and contemporary choreography. The show includes live music, special effects, and vibrant costumes that shift with each island's culture. You're back at your hotel by evening, and the whole experience — transport, entry, and show — is locked in before you arrive.Is it for me?Right for families and travelers staying in Nusa Dua, Benoa or Sawangan who want an evening activity without arranging transport or timing — the pickup is included and the show runs the same time every night, so you book once and show up. Plan for the full evening out, since the shuttle takes time on either end, but that's what lets you relax instead of navigate.
Ubud: Monkey Forest, Rice Terraces & Temples Private TourYou’ll wander through Ubud’s Monkey Forest with playful macaques nearby, walk muddy paths above endless rice terraces, and step barefoot into ancient Balinese temples—all with a local guide who shares stories along the way. It’s a day that lingers long after you leave.
Mount Agung Sunrise Trek Ubud: Volcano Hike & Besakih TempleYou climb Mount Agung by flashlight in the dark, reach the summit as the sun rises, eat breakfast overlooking the crater and ocean, and descend with time to visit Besakih Temple if the route includes it. The private guide, trekking poles, water and hot food are all included, so you only bring yourself and a headlamp mindset.Is it for me?Book this if you want the full Mount Agung experience — the midnight climb, the sunrise moment, the crater views — without arranging transport, timing or navigating the route yourself. The private guide means you move at your own pace and get explanations as you go, which matters on a trek that starts before most people are awake.
Bali ATV & White Water Rafting: Jungle Tunnel & WaterfallYou’ll ride your own ATV through Bali’s lush jungle trails, duck into a historic tunnel with echoes of old stories, and cool off beside a wild waterfall before sharing lunch with your group. Expect muddy boots, laughter with locals like Wayan, and sensory moments you’ll remember long after you’ve washed off.Is it for me?Combine two back-to-back rushes—ATV jungle trails and river rapids—without juggling separate bookings or gear logistics.
Mount Agung sunrise trek from Ubud: 3,142m peak with local guideA guided trek up Mount Agung, Bali's highest and most sacred mountain, departing from Ubud with three route options ranging from 2,900m to 3,142m and taking 9 to 12 hours round-trip. You climb before dawn, reach the peak for sunrise, and descend the same day with a local guide, breakfast, walking sticks, gloves, headlamp, raincoat and first aid included. Minimum age is 17; moderate fitness required.Is it for me?Choose the Edelweiss Park route if you want the full 3,142m summit and don't mind a longer day; pick the Pura Pasar Agung route to 3,142m for a shorter climb to the same peak; go for the 2,900m option if you want the sunrise experience with less total time on the mountain. All three routes start before dawn and end with descent the same day, so the guide and logistics stay the same—only the distance and duration change.
Ubud: Private Day Tour Waterfall, Monkey Forest & Rice FieldsYou’ll feel Ubud’s rhythm as you walk beneath waterfalls, wander ancient temple courtyards, share space with cheeky monkeys in sacred forests and gaze out over endless rice fields. A local guide brings each stop alive—and you’ll end up with more stories than souvenirs.
Bali: ATV Ride & Ayung River Rafting with Lunch & TransfersYou’ll feel the rush of white water rafting on Bali’s Ayung River, laugh your way through muddy ATV trails past rice paddies, and share stories over a buffet lunch. With local guides leading every step (and plenty of friendly chaos), this day trip leaves you soaked, smiling, and maybe just a little braver than before.
Telaga Waja River Rafting Bali: Class III-IV Rapids & WaterfallYou get picked up from your hotel, driven to Telaga Waja River, and guided through 16 km of class III-IV rapids with a waterfall break and lunch included. The route takes 2-2.5 hours on the water, and you're back at your hotel by mid-afternoon with all gear, showers, and a meal accounted for. No separate bookings needed.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting faster, more technical rapids than Ubud's other rivers without arranging transport, timing, or meals separately — the fixed schedule and included lunch mean you show up and paddle, nothing else to coordinate.
Parasailing in Tanjung Benoa: Four water sports in one morningParasailing, banana boat, jet ski and donut boat at Tanjung Benoa water sports center in southeast Bali, with hotel pickup and professional instruction. You fly 100 meters for 5 minutes on parasail, spend 15 minutes on the banana boat with a team, ride a jet ski for 15 minutes with a guide, and finish on a four-person donut boat pulled behind a speedboat. A minimum of 2 people per booking is required; children must be 12 or older and accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, Jimbaran, Sanur, or Nusa Dua—hotel pickup is included; if you're elsewhere, you'll pay an extra transportation fee.
Bali: ATV Quad Bike & River Tubing Day with Hotel PickupYou’ll ride an ATV through Bali’s rice fields and villages with local guides who know every twist in the track. Afterward, drift along a tropical river in your own tube surrounded by rainforest sounds. Hotel pickup, lunch, all fees, plus safety gear are included—so you can focus on laughing (and maybe getting muddy). It’s equal parts thrill and calm—something you’ll remember long after you’ve dried off.
Ubud: Private Market Tour & Balinese Cooking Class with PickupYou’ll step into Ubud’s morning rhythm with a local guide, picking fresh produce at Pejeng market before heading to Putu’s home kitchen for a hands-on Balinese cooking class. Expect laughter over new flavors, stories behind every spice, and a homecooked lunch shared cross-legged on the floor. You might leave thinking about those smells long after.
Bali Temples, Rice Terraces & Waterfalls Day Tour with PickupYou’ll wander through Bali’s iconic temples like Lempuyang and Tanah Lot, stroll emerald rice terraces at Tegalalang, feel cool mist at Tegenungan Waterfall, and share small moments with locals—all with hotel pickup, entry fees covered, and an easygoing local guide keeping things real along the way.
Ubud: Silver Jewelry Making Class in Ceking Rice TerracesYou’ll shape pure silver into your own jewelry piece right beside Ubud’s Ceking rice terraces, guided by local artisans who make you feel like family. Taste fresh local fruit as you carve and polish your design by hand. You’ll leave with more than a ring or pendant — maybe even a bit of Bali under your fingernails.
Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour from Ubud with Lava FieldsYou’ll watch Mount Batur’s sunrise from a private jeep rooftop after an early pickup from Ubud, with breakfast served as dawn breaks over volcanic slopes. Explore the black lava fields with a local guide who shares stories of past eruptions. It’s an easygoing way to see Bali’s famous volcano—no hiking boots required.
