Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace worth booking?
Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace is a 6-hour experience in Ubud, Indonesia, from $32 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (23)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $32 per person
Experience the best of Ubud in one day on a private, all-inclusive tour designed for travelers who want to maximize their time in Bali. Enjoy the comfort of a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking local guide who also serves as your driver, allowing for a relaxed and flexible itinerary at your own pace. This tour combines Ubud’s cultural highlights and natural beauty, from exploring traditional art villages to visiting the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, and the iconic Tegalalang Rice Terrace. With hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees included, and personalized service throughout the day, this tour offers a hassle-free and authentic Ubud experience—perfect for first-time visitors, couples, and families.
What you get
About this experience
Experience the best of Ubud in one day on a private, all-inclusive tour designed for travelers who want to maximize their time in Bali. Enjoy the comfort of a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking local guide who also serves as your driver, allowing for a relaxed and flexible itinerary at your own pace. This tour combines Ubud’s cultural highlights and natural beauty, from exploring traditional art villages to visiting the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, and the iconic Tegalalang Rice Terrace. With hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees included, and personalized service throughout the day, this tour offers a hassle-free and authentic Ubud experience—perfect for first-time visitors, couples, and families.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees (Monkey Forest, Temple, Waterfall, Rice Terrace)
- English-speaking driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
Not included
- Lunch (optional, can be arranged)
- Personal expenses
- Tips/gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
Explore the famous Monkey Forest in the heart of Ubud, home to hundreds of long-tailed macaques and ancient temple complexes. Enjoy free time to walk around and take photos. Entrance fee optional, depending on the selected option.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Tegalalang Rice Terrace
Admire the iconic terraced rice fields of Tegalalang, one of the most photographed landscapes in Ubud. Enjoy the panoramic views and take memorable photos.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Pura Puseh Desa Batuan
Visit one of Bali’s oldest traditional Hindu temples, known for its classic Balinese architecture and intricate stone carvings. Learn about local culture, traditions, and spiritual life from your guide.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Tegenungan Waterfall
Stop at Tegenungan Waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and tropical scenery. Take photos or simply enjoy the refreshing atmosphere. Please note: access involves stairs; comfortable footwear is recommended.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Celuk Village
Optional visit to local art villages such as silver jewelry, wood carving, or painting villages, based on your interests and available time.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Bali Bidadari Batik
Traditional Batik Painting with tallented people.
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Ubud Art Market
Located right in the center of Ubud, this market consists of multiple buildings and one long street where vendors have set up shop for the day.
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Ubud Palace
The palace has beautifully crafted buildings with high aesthetic value. This place is the home of Ubud's royal family since the late 19th century.
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Saraswati Temple
A water garden temple with a lotus pond at the center. This temple is decorated with so many fine carvings, giant masks, statues of Goddes Saraswati, and many more.
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Elephant Cave
Witness the Balinese relationship with nature and spirituality while walking among most-covered sculptures and through a sacred meditation cave. Outside the cave is a bathing pool with fountains.
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Campuhan Ridge Walk
Campuhan Ridge Walk tours typically introduce Bali’s “subak” shared irrigation system, which has earned UNESCO World Heritage status, and the island’s highly individual brand of Hinduism. Some guides will also share information about on the abundant bird life amid the rice fields and in the valleys of Wos Barat and Wos Timor.
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Don Antonio Blanco Museum
Set in central Ubud, the Don Antonio Blanco Museum is easy to explore independently and advance tickets are not necessary. Besides the gardens and the small aviary of parakeets, which are happy to pose for photos, the gallery includes Balinese sculptures and an elaborate rotunda lined with Don Antonio Blanco’s paintings, many of them nudes and semi-nudes. The artist’s studio is preserved as he left it, complete with an unfinished painting.
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Neka Art Museum
Entrance tickets to the Neka Art Museum are affordably priced, and there are rarely lines. Tours typically focus on the evolution of Balinese art—the Lempad Pavilion is home to a world-class collection of works by I Gusti Nyoman Lempad. But, 20th-century Indonesian masters, such as Affandi and Abdul Aziz, are also worth investigating, as is the pavilion dedicated to Dutch-Indonesian artist Arie Smit. The on-site store offers background on the art of Indonesia, while signage is generally clear, and Campuhan is easy to reach from downtown Ubud
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
With Entrance Fees
Duration: 10 hours (Entrance Fees Included): Includes all entrance fees for Monkey Forest, temple, waterfall, and rice terrace for a hassle-free experience. Pickup included
No Entrance Fees
Duration: 8 hours (Entrance Fees Not Included): Entrance fees are paid directly at each attraction, giving you flexibility and a lower upfront price. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bali Tour Destinations
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before pickup time
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring swimwear & towel
- Monkey Forest rules must be followed for safety
- Tour duration may vary depending on traffic and pace
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing day
Our tour Guide Artha took us to Ubud and was one of the highlights of our trip to Bali. The area has a great mix of beautiful scenery, traditional culture, and plenty of things to do. We enjoyed exploring the rice terraces, local markets, and surrounding countryside. The atmosphere is much more relaxed than some of the busier parts of Bali, and there are lots of great cafés and restaurants to choose from. Whether you’re looking for adventure, culture, or just somewhere to unwind, Ubud is definitely worth visiting. I would happily return and recommend it to anyone visiting Bali for the first time.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely review! It truly means a lot to hear that Artha and the Ubud trip became one of the highlights of your Bali experience. We couldn't agree more, the mix of nature, culture, and that relaxed Ubud atmosphere is really something special, and we're so glad you got to enjoy it all! Thank you also for recommending us to first-time visitors. It's the best compliment we could ask for. 🙏🏼 We would be delighted to welcome you back to Bali again, and hopefully explore more hidden corners of the island together next time. Safe travels until then! Yours truly, Bali Tour Destinations Family
via Tripadvisor
Family trip to Ubud
We had a great day trip with Made as our guide! 😀 We saw some amazing sites and Made Made sure our kids were safe and having fund the whole day! Thank you!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a great day exploring Ubud with Made. It means a lot to us to know that your children felt safe, had fun throughout the tour, and that everyone enjoyed visiting Bali's beautiful sights. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Made—they will truly appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing to explore Bali with us. We hope to welcome you and your family back for another memorable adventure in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Very good
Meda was awesome very knowledgeable about all the stops that we made along the tour great value for a full day of exploring Ubud and surrounding areas
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re very happy to hear that you had a great time exploring Ubud and its surrounding areas, and that your experience with Meda made your trip even more enjoyable. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the knowledge shared during the tour and found it to be great value for a full day experience. Your feedback truly means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back to Bali again in the future for another memorable journey.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome experience.
Awesome experience, super knowledgeable and great with knowing where to go and when, could mot recommend enough, had an awesome day with Juli!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌿 We’re truly happy to hear that you had an awesome experience on our Ubud Tour and enjoyed exploring the Monkey Forest, temples, waterfall, and rice terraces. Juli will be very happy to know that his knowledge, timing, and guidance made your day so special. We’re proud to have passionate guides like him who always go the extra mile to create memorable experiences. Thank you again for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Bali for another amazing adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Bali Anniversary Vacation
Komang is excellent and treated us as first-class customers. I would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Bali. We had an amazing time touring this beautiful city.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Komang made your anniversary vacation special and that you felt well taken care of throughout your Ubud tour. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We’re so happy you had an amazing time exploring Bali, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more wonderful memories.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $32 to $93
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Bali Tour Destinations, who run 10 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.7.
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Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ubud.
How much does Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace cost?
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Prices start at $32 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ubud usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ubud is not rushed.
Is Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ubud, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ubud can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ubud and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ubud within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ubud?
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On Outty we rank every Ubud experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private 1-Day Ubud Highlights Tour, Mount Batur Jeep Adventure, Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ubud?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ubud?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace?
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Included: Private transportation; Bottled water; Entrance fees (Monkey Forest, Temple, Waterfall, Rice Terrace); English-speaking driver/guide; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Lunch (optional, can be arranged); Personal expenses; and Tips/gratuities (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 113 listed pickup locations in and around Ubud. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ubud. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace?
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Across 23 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Private Ubud Tour: Monkey Forest, Waterfall & Rice Terrace?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including With Entrance Fees, No Entrance Fees. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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