Ubud Three Waterfalls & Tegalalang Rice Terraces Day Tour — Waterfalls, Canyons & Rice-Field Walks
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers who can manage stairs and short hikes on uneven, sometimes slippery terrain; basic mobility required.
Overview
Spend a day chasing waterfalls and walking rice terraces around Ubud. This private 6–8 hour tour pairs the light‑filled canyon of Tukad Cepung with Kanto Lampo, the quieter Temesi falls, and the iconic Tegalalang rice fields.
Ubud Three Waterfalls & Tegalalang Rice Terraces Day Tour — Waterfalls, Canyons & Rice-Field Walks
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You step out of the air‑conditioned car into a humid ribbon of jungle and a river that seems to dare you forward. The first stairs drop quickly, handrail splintered by years of sandals, and the sound of Kanto Lampo’s curtain of water swells until the basalt wall resolves into a sheet of white. By noon you’ll be ducking into the cool canyon of Tukad Cepung where sunlight punches through the lip of the gorge like a spotlight—beads of light catching spray that smells faintly of wet stone. The day finishes with a slow walk across Tegalalang’s layered fields, terraces stepping away from you in a geometry that was engineered long before modern surveying.
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Adventure Tips
Bring good, grippy footwear
Stairs, wet rocks and muddy rice‑field paths make sturdy trail shoes or closed water shoes essential—flip‑flops are a poor choice.
Time Tukad Cepung for morning light
Arrive early to catch the sunbeam through the canyon; later crowds and mist reduce the dramatic shafts of light.
Pack hydration and snacks
Carry at least 1.5–2 liters of water and a light snack—there are warungs, but breaks between stops can be long.
Respect local agriculture
Avoid using soap in pools, stay on marked paths through paddies, and follow your guide’s instructions to reduce erosion.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Long‑tailed macaques
- River kingfishers and egrets
History
The rice terraces use the Subak cooperative irrigation system, a centuries‑old communal method that shaped Balinese agriculture and cultural life.
Conservation
Stay on paths, avoid soap or detergents in streams, and pay entrance fees and tips that support local communities — small actions help preserve fragile canyon and rice‑field ecosystems.
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Recommended Gear
Trail shoes with good tread
Grip on wet rock and stone stairs makes these the best choice for waterfall access.
Light waterproof jacket
Useful in Bali’s rainy season (roughly Nov–Mar) when showers can roll in quickly.
winter specific
Small daypack with hydration
Keeps water, camera and sunscreen accessible while you walk between sites.
Quick‑dry swimwear and towel
Handy if you plan to wade at Kanto Lampo or Temesi; quick‑dry fabrics are practical.
summer specific