Private Ubud Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Tour Bali

Tirta Empul Temple in Tampaksiring

Tirta Empul is a Hindu water temple in Tampaksiring, built around a sacred spring that has been revered since the tenth century. Fresh water rises into a bathing courtyard and flows out through a row of carved spouts, where Balinese worshippers come to purify body and spirit. Visitors wearing a sarong may watch the ritual from the side, and those who wish to take part should bring swimwear and a change of clothes.

Many travellers ask whether Tirta Empul is worth visiting, and the answer is yes: for the atmosphere, the ponds full of carp and the quiet inner courtyards, especially early in the morning before the large groups arrive. Your driver drops you at the entrance and waits, so you can stay as long as you like. A private Tirta Empul tour from Ubud usually takes about an hour and a half, including a drive of roughly thirty to forty minutes.

Tibumana Waterfall and other waterfalls near Ubud

Tibumana Waterfall lies in a green valley in Bangli Regency, a short drive from Ubud. A stone stairway leads down through ferns and tropical trees to a clear pool where the water falls in a smooth, wide curtain. It is a quieter and more photogenic waterfall than many around Ubud, and the pool is a lovely place to cool off. Wear shoes with good grip, because steps and rocks are slippery after rain.

The six-hour programme includes Tibumana, and on the longer options your driver can suggest other waterfalls according to the season and how much energy you have. Waterfalls look their best in the rainy season, from November to March, while the dry months from April to October give easier, drier paths. Tell us your preferences when you book and we shape the route around them.

Tegalalang Rice Terraces

North of Ubud, the Tegalalang rice terraces step down both sides of a river valley in bright green layers lined with coconut palms. The fields are watered by the subak system, the centuries-old cooperative irrigation tradition of Bali that is recognised by UNESCO. A path along the ridge leads past viewpoints, small cafés and craft stalls, and the light is softest in the morning and late afternoon.

The terraces are among the most photographed places in Bali, so a private Tegalalang rice terrace tour with flexible timing helps you arrive before the crowds. Plan about an hour here. The trails are uneven, so wear comfortable shoes and carry a hat and water. Your driver waits at the car park and can suggest a lunch place with a valley view afterwards.

Ubud as your base for temples, terraces and waterfalls

Ubud sits in the green heart of Bali, surrounded by rice fields, rivers and villages of painters, woodcarvers and stone sculptors. Hotel pickup in the Ubud area means your day starts without any search for a taxi, and the premium vehicle gives you quiet, cool space between stops. The early departure, between seven and half past eight in the morning, lets you reach each place while the air is still fresh.

Many guests combine this Ubud day trip with time in the town itself, where the palace, the art museums and the market are close to one another. If you would like to add a coffee plantation or a handicraft village, ask your driver on the day whether it fits; with a private tour the programme stays flexible within the hours you have booked.

Choosing your private Ubud option

There are several private versions of this tour. The six-hour option covers the highlights with Tirta Empul, Tibumana and Tegalalang, with or without entry tickets. The full-day versions, about ten hours, leave time for more stops, a long lunch and extra photo breaks, with entrance fees either included or paid on the spot. Each version keeps the same private vehicle and driver, so only the length of the day and the tickets change.

The premium eight-hour option described on this page adds a more comfortable vehicle, a professional driver, entry tickets to up to four selected attractions, snacks, cold towels and mineral water. Lunch is not included, but your driver can recommend a restaurant. Our team helps you choose the option that fits your time and budget on WhatsApp.