Best of Ubud Waterfalls, Tegalalang Rice Terrace and Swing Tour

Ubud’s best photo stops come together in one busy but rewarding day: three waterfalls, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, a swing above the rice fields, and a Balinese coffee plantation. You get a private air-conditioned car and hotel transfers, so you can focus on the scenery instead of finding narrow roads or parking.

I like the mix of famous views and quieter waterfall stops. I also like that the guide can help with photos, a useful touch for solo visitors, couples, and anyone who does not want to leave the camera with a stranger. The main drawback is the pace: five stops at two hours each can make this a long, active day.

Key points

• Three different waterfalls: Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tukad Cepung each offer a distinct setting and photo style.
• Tegalalang swing included: The rice terrace entrance is covered, while the swing at Uma Pakel is an extra-cost stop.
• Private transport: Your group travels by air-conditioned car with a driver-guide and bottled water.
• Useful guide support: Guides such as Abdi, Gusti, Gede, Ketut, Kadek Ari Darva, and Inyoman Tanaya have led this experience.
• Allow a full day: The advertised duration is about 10 hours, with roughly two hours assigned to each stop.
• Free cancellation: You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund.

Three waterfalls, one rice terrace, and a long day

This is the kind of Ubud outing that fills your camera roll quickly. You move from jungle cascades to open rice terraces, then finish with coffee, herbal tea, and an optional swing experience. The appeal is variety. You are not spending the whole day at one attraction or sitting in the car between unrelated stops.

The day is also structured around easy sightseeing rather than a demanding hike. Kanto Lampo takes about five to 10 minutes from the car park, while Tibumana and Tukad Cepung require stairs. You should still expect wet paths, changes in elevation, and time on your feet.

The tour is private, meaning only your group participates. That matters more than it might sound. You can spend longer taking pictures at one waterfall, move on sooner if the weather changes, or ask your guide to help you frame a shot without negotiating with a large group.

The advertised price is $29 per person. That is a strong value if you are traveling with others and the cost is shared across the private vehicle, driver-guide, bottled water, transfers, and four listed entrance tickets. Food, drinks beyond the included water, alcoholic drinks, and optional site tickets are extra, so keep those costs separate in your planning.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the first swing views

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is one of Ubud’s most recognizable sights, with green fields arranged along sloping ground and traditional irrigation channels. You have about two hours here, enough time to walk around, take photos, and see why this is one of the area’s busiest stops.

The rice terraces are more than a photo backdrop. The irrigation system reflects the traditional Balinese farming method known as subak, though this tour description focuses on the views rather than a formal cultural explanation. Your driver-guide can give you context as you look across the fields.

The included entrance ticket is a useful part of the package. At the terrace, you may also see swing and bicycle attractions that are not covered by the listed inclusions. The Uma Pakel Agro Tourism stop later in the day is the specific place advertised for swinging above coconut trees and rice terraces, and that optional swing ticket is not included.

If your main goal is the famous swing photograph, check the cost before you sit in the seat. The tour includes access to the rice terrace itself, but optional sites and activities can add to the final bill.

Kanto Lampo’s stepped rock cascade

Kanto Lampo is a short walk from the car park, roughly five to 10 minutes according to the tour details. That makes it one of the easier waterfall stops, although the rocks and water can still be slippery.

The water runs over stepped rock formations rather than dropping in one tall column. This gives the waterfall a layered look and creates good places for photographs close to the cascade. The setting feels more hands-on than a viewpoint where you simply stop, look, and leave.

Plan your footwear carefully. One useful tip from the day is to bring water shoes if you want to enter the waterfall basin. Regular sandals may not give you the grip you want on wet rock, while heavy walking shoes are awkward in the water.

You have up to two hours here, though you may not need every minute. That extra time is helpful if you want to take pictures, change footwear, or wait for a clear shot. If you are not interested in getting wet, you can use the time to enjoy the view and let others in your group take their turn.

Tibumana Waterfall and a calmer photo setting

Tibumana requires a descent by stairs, followed by a view framed by rice fields and palm trees. The setting is different from Kanto Lampo, which is part of the reason the three-waterfall plan works well. Each stop offers a new shape, background, and mood for your photos.

The walk back is uphill, so remember that the route works both ways. The tour allows about two hours here, which gives you time to pause rather than rush straight down, take photographs, and return at a comfortable pace.

Tibumana is also the sort of stop where a guide can make the day easier. Guides such as Gusti and Kadek Ari Darva have been praised for being accommodating, arranging the stops well, and allowing time to explore. Your guide is also the person to ask about the best order for pictures and the practical route down to the water.

Swimming is not specifically promised as part of the tour, but some people on this kind of outing may want to enter the water. Ask your guide about current conditions and permitted areas before doing so. The supplied details support bringing water shoes, but they do not promise that every waterfall will be suitable for swimming on every day.

Tukad Cepung and its unusual cliff setting

Tukad Cepung is the most distinctive of the three waterfalls in terms of its setting. The water appears within a rocky, enclosed area, with high cliffs creating a dramatic frame for photographs.

This stop can feel different from a standard open-air waterfall. Instead of looking across a broad valley, you are focused on the rock walls and the falling water inside them. The tour description highlights the effect of light at this waterfall, so the look of your pictures may change with the conditions and the time of day.

The route includes stairs and uneven ground, so take care and do not treat this as a simple roadside photo stop. You have around two hours, which is generous for taking pictures and waiting for a clear view.

A guide can be especially useful here because the setting is less straightforward than a single lookout. Inyoman Tanaya and other guides have been praised for explaining the stops and helping with the day’s flow. If you are traveling alone, Ketut has also been noted for helping take photographs, which can make a major difference when the whole point is to come home with pictures of yourself.

Uma Pakel coffee, tea, and the optional swing

The final listed stop is Uma Pakel Agro Tourism. Here you can sample Balinese coffee and herbal tea, then consider an optional swing above coconut trees and rice terraces.

The coffee plantation adds a welcome change of pace after the waterfalls. You are no longer walking down stairs or standing near spray. Instead, you have time to taste local drinks and decide if you want to pay for the swing experience.

The swing is not included in the package price. Neither are optional site tickets, food, or drinks unless specifically stated. Ask about the price before committing, particularly if you are traveling on a tight budget or have already paid for another swing at Tegalalang.

The swing is designed for photographs, not just transportation. Expect the appeal to be the view and the picture of you above the palms and rice fields. If you enjoy staged photo stops, this can be a highlight. If you prefer a quieter cultural visit, you can focus on the plantation and skip the extra activity.

What the private car and guide add

Hotel pickup and drop-off are offered from many Ubud and south Bali hotels. The exact pickup area matters, so check that your accommodation is covered before booking. Once underway, you travel in a private air-conditioned car with bottled water.

That arrangement is valuable in Bali, where a full day of separate stops can be tiring without a driver. You do not need to arrange several rides or find each entrance yourself. Your driver-guide handles the road connections and can walk with you to the waterfalls.

The private format also gives you more control than a standard group excursion. The description says only your group will participate, so you are not waiting for strangers at each stop. The tradeoff is that you have less of a built-in social setting. This is best for couples, families, friends, and solo visitors who value flexibility over meeting other people.

The named guides associated with this experience include Abdi, Gusti, Gede, Ketut, Kadek Ari Darva, Inyoman Tanaya, and Mangkok. Guide assignments can vary, so you should not assume a particular person will lead your day. The useful qualities to look for are clear explanations, help with photos, and a willingness to adjust the pace.

How to prepare for the ten-hour schedule

The itinerary allows about two hours at each of five stops. That adds up to a full day before accounting for driving time, so keep your schedule clear. Do not plan an important evening activity that requires you to arrive at an exact time.

Wear clothing you can move in and footwear suitable for stairs and wet areas. Water shoes are a smart addition if you want to enter the waterfall basins. Bring a dry change of clothes if you expect to get wet, though a change of clothes is not listed as an included item.

Carry money for food, drinks, and optional swing or site tickets. Bottled water is included, but meals are not. The coffee and herbal tea tasting is part of the plantation visit, but you should not assume that a full meal is included.

A phone or camera with enough battery is useful here. The day is built around photographs, and the guides can help with pictures, especially if you are traveling alone. Keep your equipment secure around water and on the stairs.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would choose this for a first visit to Ubud if you want to see several famous sights without arranging transport yourself. It suits photographers, couples, families with active older children, and solo visitors who want a guide and help with pictures.

It also works well if you want variety. The waterfalls, terraces, plantation, tea tasting, and swing create a broad sample of Ubud’s popular attractions in one day.

This is less suitable if you want a slow, quiet day at one place. You may also find it tiring if stairs, wet paths, or a long day in the car are a concern. The itinerary is full, and the two-hour blocks do not mean you will spend two uninterrupted hours at every attraction. Driving, changing shoes, taking pictures, and moving between stops all take time.

Is $29 a good value?

At $29 per person, the package offers a lot for the price: private air-conditioned transport, a driver-guide, bottled water, hotel transfers from many listed areas, the Tegalalang entrance, and admission to three waterfalls.

The price looks especially good for two or more people because the private car and guide support the whole group. A solo visitor still gets the convenience of private transport and photo help, but the per-person cost may feel less impressive than it does for a couple or family.

Budget for extras. The Uma Pakel swing is not included, and food and drinks are also outside the package unless specified. Alcoholic drinks are excluded. Think of $29 as the base cost for transport, guidance, and the main entrances, not the final price of every activity you might add.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a photo-focused Ubud day with private transport and several major stops handled for you. The strongest reasons are the mix of three very different waterfalls, the included rice terrace and waterfall admissions, and the guide’s practical help with walking routes and photographs.

Think twice if you dislike packed itineraries or want to avoid stairs and wet ground. You should also confirm the pickup area and decide in advance how much you are willing to spend on optional swing activities.

For most visitors who want to cover a lot of Ubud in one day, this is a sensible, well-priced choice. Bring water shoes, leave room for a long day, and keep a little extra money ready for food and the optional swing.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 10 hours.

What attractions are included?

The tour visits Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Kanto Lampo Waterfall, Tibumana Waterfall, Tukad Cepung Waterfall, and Uma Pakel Agro Tourism.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Two-way transfers are offered from many hotels in Ubud and south Bali. Confirm that your specific hotel is within the pickup area.

Are entrance tickets included?

Entrance tickets to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Kanto Lampo Waterfall, Tibumana Waterfall, and Tukad Cepung Waterfall are included. Optional site tickets are not included.

Is the swing included in the price?

No. The swing at Uma Pakel Agro Tourism is an optional activity, and its entrance ticket is not included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

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