Explore Bedugul’s largest abandoned hotel, a lakeside temple and a lush waterfall on this full‑day private tour from Ubud. Expect photo ops, short scrambles and cool highland air.
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You step out of the air‑conditioned minivan and the highland air of Bedugul closes around you — cool, damp, threaded with wood smoke and the distant crash of water. The day unfolds as a sequence of contrasts: a half-finished concrete hotel that time forgot, the placid mirror of Lake Bratan, a stair‑cut descent to a waterfall that dares you to linger.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to handle multiple short hikes, stairs and uneven terrain over the day.
Wildlife
History
The unfinished hotel project began in the 1990s and was abandoned after an economic downturn and declines in tourism; it has since become an informal landmark for photographers.
Conservation
Banyumala and the twin lakes are sensitive to erosion and litter; visitors are asked to avoid single‑use plastics, stay on trails and support local waste efforts.
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Wear grippy shoes
Paths around the hotel and the Banyumala descent are wet and uneven — closed‑toed shoes with good tread are essential.
Bring swim gear
If you want to swim at Banyumala bring a towel and quick‑dry swimwear; currents and rocks mean caution is needed.
Carry small cash
Some local sites and stalls accept only cash for small entrance fees, snacks or photos at Wanagiri platforms.
Respect temple rules
Ulun Danu Beratan requires modest dress and quiet behavior; bring a sarong or be prepared to rent one at the site.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Grip and ankle support for wet steps, slippery rocks and uneven hotel floors.
Swimwear & quick‑dry towel
Useful for a swim at Banyumala waterfall and drying quickly after a plunge.
summer
Light rain jacket
Highland weather can shift quickly during the wet season; a waterproof layer keeps you comfortable.
winter
Camera or smartphone with extra battery
Multiple photo stops — from the ghost hotel angles to lake panoramas and waterfall shots.