About this tour
An eight-hour private tour through Ubud's countryside combining rice paddies, temples and waterfalls. You'll navigate the stepped landscape of Tegalalang's rice terraces, visit the spring-fed Tirta Empul Temple where purification rituals are available, explore a working Balinese family compound, and trek to Tukad Cepung and Goa Raja waterfalls. A guide leads throughout; sarongs and water supplied. Expect moderate walking on uneven ground.
Highlights
- Tegalalang rice terraces with layered green paddies
- Tirta Empul Temple with optional water purification ritual
- Traditional Balinese family home and daily life
- Tukad Cepung waterfall accessible by steps and stream crossing
- Goa Raja waterfall tucked into jungle terrain
- Licensed English-speaking guide for full eight hours
- Sarong provided; all entry fees included
What to expect
The day moves between three distinct landscapes. Morning starts at Tegalalang where you'll walk among the stepped rice fields, pausing for photos and to observe farmers at work. Next is Tirta Empul, a temple built around natural springs where locals bathe and meditate—you can participate if you choose, though menstruating women cannot join the ritual space per custom. You'll also visit a family home to see how rural Balinese households function.
Afternoons involve reaching two waterfalls. Both require hiking downhill on uneven, sometimes steep terrain. Tukad Cepung involves wading through a shallow stream; Goa Raja sits deeper in jungle. Bring swimwear if you want to cool off. The walking is steady but not strenuous, though terrain varies considerably.
Good to know
Wear sturdy, grip-soled shoes—terrain is slippery when wet. Bring sun cream, hat, and a swimsuit plus towel. The tour runs rain-or-shine but may reschedule if conditions become unsafe. People with spinal issues, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy should avoid. Children need constant supervision near water and steps. No smoking or alcohol.
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