About this tour
An eight-hour private guided loop through Ubud's cultural and natural highlights, combining the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary with visits to local art villages and a cascading waterfall. You'll finish at Cretya, a clifftop restaurant overlooking rice paddies and jungle, where you can swim in the infinity pool and eat. Your own English-speaking driver navigates air-conditioned comfort throughout.
Highlights
- Walk amongst hundreds of macaques in their forest habitat
- Explore traditional Balinese art villages and studios
- Cool off at a natural waterfall in the jungle
- Swim in infinity pool overlooking emerald rice terraces
- Lunch or dinner at Cretya with panoramic views
- Private vehicle and guide for the full day
What to expect
You'll start early with pickup and drive to the Monkey Forest, where a guide explains the sanctuary's ecosystem and social structures as you walk shaded trails. The macaques are accustomed to visitors but remain wild—keep bags secure and don't make direct eye contact. Next, you'll visit working art studios in nearby villages where artisans demonstrate traditional techniques, then head to a waterfall for a refreshing dip. By afternoon, you're driven to Cretya perched above the jungle canopy. Spend time exploring the infinity pool, soaking in views, and ordering from the restaurant menu (no mandatory spend). The day winds down with your return to town.
Good to know
Wear closed shoes for the monkey forest and bring a light rain jacket. The waterfall involves some slippery rocks; swimwear underneath your clothes saves time. Pool entry is included, but food and drinks at Cretya are separate. Not suitable if you have spinal or cardiovascular concerns, or are pregnant.
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