A full-day private tour from Ubud that pairs two hidden waterfalls with the sacred springs of Tirta Empul and the panoramic Tegallalang rice terraces. Expect short hikes, temple ritual guidance, and hands-on cultural stops with an English-speaking local driver.
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The van brakes and the jungle exhales. You step out under a high curtain of green and the steady hiss of falling water draws you down a narrow path—this is Kanto Lampo, the first note of an Ubud day that moves from intimate cascades to ritual springs and rice terraces carved like steps into volcanic earth.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short downhill/uphill walks of about 10–20 minutes and standing at temple pools.
Wildlife
History
Tirta Empul was established around the 10th century and remains a working temple where Balinese Hindus perform purification rites in spring-fed pools.
Conservation
The subak system at Tegallalang is a community-managed irrigation practice; visitors should stick to marked paths to avoid trampling fragile terraces and polluting waterways.
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Grip and traction
Wear non-slip shoes or water sandals—paths to Tibumana and Kanto Lampo are short but slippery, especially after rain.
Temple etiquette
Bring or borrow a sarong and cover shoulders when visiting Tirta Empul; remove shoes before entering temple precincts.
Cash for extras
Bring small Indonesian rupiah notes for tips, additional temple donations, or activities like the Bali swing at Tegallalang.
Start early
Begin in the morning to avoid the busiest hours at waterfalls and to get softer light for photos on the terraces.
Non-slip water shoes
Protects feet on slick rock and muddy approach trails to waterfalls.
Light waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry during tropical downpours common in the wet season.
winter
Sarong or modest cover-up
Required for temple visits—many sites provide them but having your own is faster.
Small daypack with phone charger
Carries water, camera, and a portable battery for long photo sessions across the sites.
summer