Spend a day with a local guide exploring Ubud’s highlights: Barong dance, Mas woodcarving, Tegenungan Waterfall, Sacred Monkey Forest, and the Tegalalang rice terraces. This private tour blends cultural performance, hands-on craft, jungle waterfalls, and panoramic rice-terrace views in a single, well-paced day.
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You step out of the van and the air changes—thick with wet earth and the bright green of young rice shoots—the sound of a cascade daring you toward it. Over the next eight hours the landscape in front of you shifts from temple-dotted lanes to a jungle-framed plunge pool, then to stone-carved workshops and terraces that fall away like staircases for water.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with light-to-moderate fitness; expect walking, stair descents/ascents, and short uneven trails.
Wildlife
History
Ubud grew as a royal and artistic center; nearby rice irrigation is managed by the traditional subak system, an integral community practice reflecting Balinese cooperative agriculture.
Conservation
Stick to marked paths, avoid feeding wildlife, and minimize single-use plastics—local guides and villages depend on sustainable visitation to protect temples, forests, and rice systems.
Reserve your spot on the Private Ubud Day Tour Waterfalls Sacred Monkeys and Rice Fields today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear grippy shoes
Many sites have uneven stone steps and wet paths—light-hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers reduce slip risk.
Respect the monkeys
Do not feed or tease macaques; keep phones and loose items stowed and follow guide instructions around the Sacred Monkey Forest.
Carry water and sun protection
Even with bottled water provided, bring a refillable bottle and sunscreen—the sun can be intense between shaded sections.
Bring small change
Have cash for small entrance donations, souvenirs, or snacks at roadside warungs where cards may not be accepted.
Light hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers
Provide traction on slippery steps and comfort for multiple short walks.
Light rain jacket or poncho
Sudden tropical showers are common—stay dry during waterfall and terrace visits.
summer
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects from strong sun on exposed terrace viewpoints and village stretches.
Small daypack with water bottle
Carries water, camera, and valuables while keeping hands free for stairs and photo stops.