Ubud Waterfalls, Rice Terrace & Jungle Swing – Private Tour

The best part of this Ubud day trip is variety: three very different waterfalls followed by the green terraces of Tegalalang. You get pools, rock shelves, cave-like sunlight, and wide rice-field views without having to organize several separate rides.

I like the included entry fees, parking, fuel, and bottled water, and I like having a driver who can handle the long day on Bali’s roads. Guides named for this service include Made and Mangkok. The main drawback is the pace: two hours at each of four stops leaves little room for a slow, unplanned morning.

Key points to know before booking

• Three waterfalls in one day: Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tukad Cepung each offer a different setting.
• Tegalalang comes last: Expect green rice terraces and photo stops after the waterfall visits.
• The swing costs extra: It is optional and not part of the tour price.
• Transport is handled for you: An air-conditioned vehicle, fuel, parking, and bottled water are included.
• The day can be long: The full schedule runs about eight hours, with some road time between stops.
• Small-group format: The maximum group size is 15 people, with pickup offered from Ubud and much of south Bali.

What this Ubud day trip is really like

This is a photo-friendly nature tour, but it is not only about posing for pictures. The waterfalls give you several kinds of Bali scenery in one day, while Tegalalang shows the carefully shaped rice fields that make the Ubud area so recognizable.

The price is $23.38 per person, which is low for an eight-hour outing with transport and four admission tickets included. You still need to pay for lunch and any swing activity, but the main cost is clear from the start. For many people, that makes this a simpler choice than arranging several taxis or app rides.

The word private in the title deserves a careful look. The tour is described as a private tour, but the transport is also described as small-group, with a maximum of 15 people. If having the vehicle entirely to yourself matters, confirm that point before booking. If you mainly want door-to-door pickup and a manageable group, the stated limit is useful.

The day is built around four stops of about two hours each. That sounds generous, though driving time is part of the eight-hour schedule. One guide, Made, is praised for being patient during the long drive, while Mangkok is described as punctual and helpful with bags and photos. Those details matter on a full day when a good driver can make the road time much easier.

Kanto Lampo Waterfall and its broad rock shelves

Kanto Lampo is a strong first stop because it offers more than a single curtain of falling water. The cascade runs over tiered rock formations, creating small pools and ledges that give the place its distinctive shape.

You can expect a scenic setting in Gianyar, with water moving across the rocks rather than simply dropping in one straight column. The natural pools and low cascades make this stop especially appealing if you want photographs with the water close around you.

The two-hour allocation gives you time to look around rather than rush in, take one photograph, and leave. Still, conditions around a waterfall can be wet, and the route to the water may require care. The supplied information does not specify the exact walking distance or surface, so you should be ready for an outdoor stop rather than a roadside viewpoint.

An included admission ticket removes one small piece of hassle. You do not need to budget separately for the Kanto Lampo entrance, though lunch, personal purchases, and other extras remain outside the tour price.

Tibumana Waterfall for a quieter pause

Tibumana changes the mood. It is described as a calm waterfall surrounded by thick greenery and as a less crowded place than some of Bali’s better-known sights. That makes it a useful middle stop after the more structured visit to Kanto Lampo.

The attraction here is the sense of space around the water. You get a single, graceful cascade in a leafy setting, with time to enjoy the sound and scenery without the stop feeling like a quick checklist item.

I would use this part of the day to slow down. The schedule allows about two hours, so you can take photographs, sit near the water, and enjoy the surroundings at a steadier pace. The tour does not promise swimming, and the supplied details do not confirm changing facilities, so do not book this day solely for a swim.

Tibumana is in Bangli regency, which helps explain why the driving can take time. The benefit of having a driver is clear here. You can enjoy the scenery between stops without worrying about navigation, fuel, parking, or finding the next entrance.

Tukad Cepung and its cave-like light

Tukad Cepung is the most unusual waterfall on the route. Rather than viewing it in an open clearing, you reach water partly concealed within a cave-like space. Sunlight can enter from above and create bright shafts across the falling water.

That light is the reason this stop is often the photographic highlight of the day. The effect depends on the sun, of course, so the exact appearance can change. The tour promises the setting, not a guaranteed beam of sunlight at a particular time.

The two-hour stop is helpful because Tukad Cepung is not just a quick lookout. You need time to appreciate the enclosed setting and wait for a good moment with the light. At the same time, a cave-style waterfall can involve uneven or wet footing. The activity information says most people can participate, but it does not give detailed mobility guidance, so anyone with limited mobility should ask the operator for current access details.

An admission ticket is included here too. That is one reason the low tour price works well: the main natural attractions do not create a series of small entrance charges along the way.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the optional swing

The final major stop is Tegalalang Rice Terrace, one of Bali’s best-known agricultural views. Its green fields are arranged in stepped terraces, shaped by the traditional Balinese irrigation system called subak.

This is more than a simple photo backdrop. The terraces show how farming and water management have shaped the countryside around Ubud. You can walk among the rice-field scenery and take in the changing levels of the land, rather than viewing everything from inside the vehicle.

The tour allows about two hours here. That gives you time for a walk and photographs, though your exact experience will depend on the route used and the amount of road time earlier in the day. The admission ticket is included.

The jungle swing is optional and costs extra. It is aimed at dramatic photographs over the rice paddies, but you should treat it as an add-on rather than part of the basic experience. If you are comparing tour prices, include the swing fee in your personal budget only if you know you want it.

I like that the swing is not compulsory. You can focus on the terraces and traditional farming scenery without paying for a staged photograph. If you do want the swing, ask about the fee before choosing it, since the amount is not specified here.

Transport, pickup, and the value of the price

The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle, fuel, parking, bottled water, and round-trip pickup. Pickup is offered in Ubud and much of south Bali. That coverage is useful, but you should confirm that your exact hotel is included before paying.

The vehicle matters because this is not one compact attraction. You are moving among three waterfall areas and Tegalalang, and the road time can add up. One account of the day describes it as a long drive, but also notes that the guide was patient and suggested a good place for lunch. That is practical help on a schedule that does not include a meal.

At $23.38 per person, the value is strongest if you want several sights in one day and do not want to arrange separate transport. Included admission tickets make the price easier to judge. You only need to plan separately for lunch and the swing.

The maximum group size is 15. That is not the same as a fully private car for one couple or family, so read the group wording carefully. On the other hand, a capped group is preferable to an open-ended coach outing if you want the day to remain reasonably personal.

The guides can shape the whole day

A driver-guide matters on this route. You are not only being taken from one photo spot to another. You may need help with timing, bags, directions, and choosing a lunch stop.

Made is named as a guide who made the day feel well handled and who remained patient during the long drive. Mangkok is described as punctual and willing to help with bags and photographs. Those are small actions, but they are exactly what you want on an eight-hour outing.

You can also ask your guide to help manage the order of the day. The supplied schedule lists Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, Tukad Cepung, and Tegalalang, but road conditions and local timing may affect the flow. The tour does not promise a specific departure hour, so confirm pickup details after booking.

Do not expect a formal cultural lecture to be the main focus. The experience is centered on scenery, transport, and practical help. Tegalalang provides the strongest connection to Balinese farming traditions through its irrigation system and rice terraces.

What to bring and what to budget

The tour provides bottled water, but lunch is not included. Set aside money for a meal, especially because the day lasts about eight hours. A guide may recommend a lunch place, but the meal itself remains your responsibility.

The swing fee is also separate. You can enjoy Tegalalang without using it, so this is an easy cost to avoid if you are watching your budget.

For the waterfalls, practical outdoor clothing makes sense. The information confirms waterfalls, natural pools, rock formations, and a cave-like setting, so you might encounter wet ground or uneven surfaces. Bring anything you normally use for a day around water, but the tour details do not specify changing rooms, lockers, or towel service.

Comfortable footwear is also sensible, though no exact footwear rule is provided. Since the activity runs for eight hours and includes walking at four stops, I would not plan to spend the day in shoes that are difficult to walk in.

Who should book this experience

I would recommend this tour to you if you want a full nature day from Ubud with transport arranged in advance. It suits first-time visitors who want to see several well-known sights without negotiating separate rides.

It also fits photographers and casual sightseers. Kanto Lampo offers tiered rock and pools, Tibumana provides a leafy waterfall setting, Tukad Cepung brings unusual cave light, and Tegalalang supplies the broad rice-field view. The optional swing adds another photo choice without forcing everyone to pay for it.

Families and mixed groups may also appreciate the flexibility of a driver-guide, though the detailed access conditions at each waterfall are not provided. Most people can participate, but anyone concerned about walking, wet footing, or uneven ground should check with Bali Hiking Tour first.

I would think twice if you want a slow, quiet day at one waterfall. Four stops, road time, and a maximum group of 15 create a sightseeing circuit rather than a restful retreat. I would also clarify the private versus small-group arrangement if personal space is a major concern.

The tour offers free cancellation if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the waterfall and rice terrace tour?

Book it if your priority is high sightseeing value for a low price. You get four admission tickets, transport, fuel, parking, bottled water, and pickup in one eight-hour plan, with three waterfalls and Tegalalang in the same day.

Skip it if you dislike long drives, want a completely private vehicle, or prefer to spend half a day at one place. Before booking, confirm your pickup area and ask how the small-group or private arrangement will work. If those details suit you, the combination of Kanto Lampo’s rock shelves, Tibumana’s calm greenery, Tukad Cepung’s cave light, and Tegalalang’s terraces makes this a well-packed introduction to Ubud’s outdoor sights.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately eight hours.

What places are visited?

The route includes Kanto Lampo Waterfall, Tibumana Waterfall, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered from Ubud and much of south Bali. Confirm that your exact pickup location is included.

What is the maximum group size?

The maximum group size is 15 people.

Is transportation included?

Yes. An air-conditioned vehicle, fuel, and parking fees are included.

Are waterfall admission tickets included?

Yes. Entry tickets for Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tukad Cepung are included.

Is the Tegalalang entrance fee included?

Yes. Entry to Tegalalang Rice Terrace is included.

Is the jungle swing included?

No. The swing is optional and requires an additional fee.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included in the tour price.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.