
moderate
5–7 hours
Comfortable for travelers who can climb stairs and swim a short distance with a life jacket; expect some uneven footing at waterfall sites.
Spend a day from Ubud exploring Bali’s eastern reefs at Blue Lagoon, then trade coral gardens for cliff-framed waterfalls at Kanto Lampo and Tegenungan. This private tour combines guided snorkeling, boat transfers, and easy waterfall walks with lunch and hotel pickup.
You step off the air-conditioned van at a small pier in Padangbai and the air smells like salt and diesel; the sea ahead is a bright, tropical green that seems to move with purpose. A traditional jukung — a slim wooden boat — rocks gently while the engine warms. Your guide fits you with a life jacket, the snorkel mouthpiece cool against your teeth, and explains the route: two reef spots at Blue Lagoon and Tanjung Jepun, then inland to Kanto Lampo and Tegenungan waterfalls for a change of pace.

Morning snorkel sessions offer the best visibility and smaller crowds at the reefs and waterfalls.
Use biodegradable sunscreen to protect corals — and reapply in the shade between boat and shore activities.
The waterfall approaches and reef entry points are rocky and slippery; sturdy water shoes improve traction.
Bring cash for temple offerings, tips, and small warung purchases near the falls.
Padangbai grew as a fishing and port village; inland rivers like those feeding Tegenungan supported rice farming and small temple communities tied to Balinese Hindu rituals.
Guides encourage reef-friendly behavior and the operator often supports local waste-reduction efforts; use biodegradable products and avoid touching coral to reduce impact.
Protects your skin and the coral reef while snorkeling.
summer specific
Grippy soles for rocky boat landings and slippery waterfall steps.
Capture underwater scenes and waterfall shots without risking your device.
Useful during Bali’s wetter months for comfort at outdoor lunch and waterfall viewpoints.
winter specific