Where to Go: the 6 Best Temple and Waterfall Tours in Ubud

1.Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,484 reviews · 10 hours · from $29Our pick

Spend 8 to 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver-guide visiting Tirta Empul, Tukad Cepung, Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tegalalang. You can swim at suitable waterfalls, ask about Balinese customs, and adjust the order around weather and crowds. Guides such as Ariga, Atta, Ageng, and I Wayan Top are often praised for safe driving and excellent photos.

“Ariga the best guide!! We will return and make a tour with him, so friendly and nice people. The tour was amazing. Thanks!”

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2.Ubud Tour with Monkey Forest Waterfalls Temples and More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 495 reviews · from $30

Spend a full day exploring Ubud by private vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off. Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, and a Bali swing. Guides such as Dika, Made, Juli, Karyana, and Sutha can shape the day around your interests, though guide service may vary.

“Made was an incredible guide, informative and flexible, taking us to the places in Ubud that we were most interested in. We got to see so much in one day, avoiding crowds and learning a lot about Balinese culture. Totally recommend—and we will be back for more!”

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3.Ubud Top Attractions: Waterfalls, Temples and Rice Terraces

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · from $39

Spend a full day touring Ubud with a private driver-guide such as Ardi, Agus, Ari, or Bagus. Visit Kanto Lampo and Tibumana waterfalls, Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and a jungle swing, with lunch at D’Alas Warung. Expect photo stops, some walking, and plenty of time on the road.

“We had such a fantastic day exploring Bali with our tour guide, Aron! From the moment the tour began, he made us feel welcomed, comfortable, and excited for the journey ahead. His knowledge of Balinese culture, history, and hidden gems around the island truly made the experience special. Aron was incredibly friendly, patient, and flexible with our schedule—always happy to take photos, answer questions, and share interesting stories along the way. He took us to beautiful spots we never would have found on our own, and his recommendations for food and activities were spot on. We highly recommend booking a tour with Aron—he made our day unforgettable!”

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4.Saraswati Temple, Monkey Forest, Ubud Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 263 reviews · 8 hours · from $34

Spend eight hours exploring Bali’s Ubud area with stops at Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Saraswati Temple, Ubud Palace, the art market, and Monkey Forest. Guides such as Gusde, Dewa, and Tirta are praised for cultural insight, flexible timing, safe driving, and taking excellent photos. Optional lunch, swings, coffee, and spa services cost extra.

“It was a great trip. Bali has been quite quiet this Christmas, so I was actually the only person on the tour today. We went everywhere efficiently, and the driver/guide arrived 15 minutes too. It was clear what we were doing at every stage, and therw was no pressure to buy anything at the coffee place. He also took many photos for me.”

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5.Ubud Tour with Swing, Temple, Monkey Forest, and Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · from $83

Spend 8 to 10 hours with a private English-speaking driver visiting Tegalalang, Monkey Forest, Tegenungan Waterfall, Batuan Temple, a coffee stop, craft villages, and Happy Swing Bali. Guides such as Oka, Troy, Amporna, Pong, Dodik, and Agus have led similar outings, with flexible timing and help taking photos.

“Such a fun filled cultural day. We enjoyed the coffee and tea stop. Loved visiting and feeding the monkeys. The swing photos over the rice field were amazing. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable.”

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6.Monkey Forest, Temple, Rice Terraces, Hidden Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 185 reviews · from $29

Spend a full day around Ubud with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Ngurah, Nyoman, Bayu, or Dama. See playful macaques, walk Tegalalang’s rice terraces, visit Tirta Empul, taste Balinese coffee, and swim at Ulu Petanu Waterfall. Private air-conditioned transport, parking, and bottled water are included, while entrance fees and food are extra.

“Fantastic trip with Pande, answered all our questions. Would highly recommend this trip and Pande as a guide.”

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