Ubud & Rice Terraces
Walk the emerald Tegallalang rice terraces, meet the Monkey Forest macaques and feel Bali’s cultural heart.
About Ubud & Rice Terraces
Ubud is Bali’s green, soulful centre — a town of yoga studios, art galleries and temples ringed by jungle and rice fields. A day here mixes the photogenic Tegallalang rice terraces, the cheeky long-tailed macaques of the Sacred Monkey Forest, and the offerings, incense and gamelan music that make Bali feel timeless.
What to see & do
- Tegallalang rice terraces and the jungle swings
- The Sacred Monkey Forest sanctuary
- Ubud Palace, art market and craft galleries
- Tegenungan and Tibumana waterfalls nearby
- A Balinese cooking class and an evening dance show
🗓️ Best time to visit
April–October for dry weather. Reach Tegallalang and the Monkey Forest by 08:30 to beat the tour-bus crowds and the midday heat.
🚆 How to reach
Ubud is about 90 minutes (≈40 km) north of Ngurah Rai (DPS) and Kuta by road; there are no trains, so use a private driver (≈₹2,000–₹3,000/day), a Grab/Gojek ride, or a rented scooter. Tegallalang is a further 20-minute drive north of central Ubud.
💰 Cost
Tegallalang entry is about ₹50–₹100, the Monkey Forest ₹500, and jungle swings ₹1,500–₹3,000. Budget ₹2,500–₹5,000 per person for a full Ubud day with a driver and lunch.
Insider tips
- Hire a private driver for the day — it is cheap and covers several sights.
- Don’t carry loose food, sunglasses or phones near the Monkey Forest macaques.
- Wear a sarong (often provided) and modest dress for temple visits.
- Photograph the rice terraces in the soft early-morning light.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to experience Ubud & Rice Terraces?
April–October for dry weather. Reach Tegallalang and the Monkey Forest by 08:30 to beat the tour-bus crowds and the midday heat.
How do I get there?
Ubud is about 90 minutes (≈40 km) north of Ngurah Rai (DPS) and Kuta by road; there are no trains, so use a private driver (≈₹2,000–₹3,000/day), a Grab/Gojek ride, or a rented scooter. Tegallalang is a further 20-minute drive north of central Ubud.
How much does Ubud & Rice Terraces cost?
Tegallalang entry is about ₹50–₹100, the Monkey Forest ₹500, and jungle swings ₹1,500–₹3,000. Budget ₹2,500–₹5,000 per person for a full Ubud day with a driver and lunch.