Best Of Ubud Waterfalls, Rice Terrace and Jungle Swing Tour

Ubud’s best nature stops come in one long, wet, photogenic day here: three waterfalls, the Tegalalang rice fields, and a jungle swing. I like the mix of swimming spots and Balinese scenery, and I like that private transportation, water, parking, and four entrance tickets are included for $29 per person.

The main catch is time. Each stop is allotted about two hours, and the swing fee is extra. I’d also confirm your pickup carefully, since one booking had a serious driver no-show problem despite the tour’s otherwise solid 4.3 rating from six ratings.

Key points to know before booking

• Three very different waterfalls: Kanto Lampo is easy to reach, Tibumana is calm and simple, and Tukad Cepung sits inside a cave-like canyon.
• Swimming is part of the plan: Bring a change of clothes, especially for Kanto Lampo and Tibumana.
• The rice terrace adds culture: Tegalalang is more than a photo stop, with narrow paths and traditional farming methods.
• The swing costs extra: Entrance tickets cover the listed nature stops, but not the Bali swing.
• Private transport is included: Pickup is offered, bottled water and parking are covered, and the maximum group size is 15.
• Plan for a full day: The stated duration is about 10 hours, with roughly two hours at each of five stops.

Three Ubud waterfalls in one carefully paced day

The clever part of this tour is the variety. You do not spend the whole day at one crowded attraction or one swimming hole. Instead, you see three waterfalls with different settings, then shift from jungle scenery to rice farming and finally to a swing built for broad valley views.

At $29 per person, the price is appealing because it includes private transportation, parking, bottled water, and admission to Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, Tukad Cepung, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace. You still need money for lunch, tips, and the swing itself. That last point matters, since the swing is listed as a stop but its fee is not included.

The schedule is long but straightforward. Five stops at two hours each account for the advertised 10 hours, though driving time is also part of the day. I would treat the timing as a guide rather than a promise, particularly if you spend a long time swimming, taking photos, or walking the rice paths.

Kanto Lampo: easy access and cold mountain water

Kanto Lampo is the natural first stop because it is relatively easy to reach compared with some of Bali’s more demanding waterfalls. You can expect a scenic setting with fresh mountain water and places to pose near the falling water.

This is the waterfall where the tour specifically encourages swimming and photos. You will get wet, so bring dry clothes in a waterproof bag. A towel, sandals with a firm grip, and a small bag for wet clothing would also make practical sense, though only the change of clothes is specifically requested.

The two-hour allowance gives you time to walk to the water, take pictures, and enjoy a swim rather than rushing in and out. Still, the setting may feel less like a quiet wilderness stop than the description suggests, especially if several groups arrive at the same time. The easy access is useful, but it can also make a place more popular.

I like this first waterfall as a way to begin the day. You get an active stop right away, and the cold water helps wake you up. Just remember that wet clothing becomes uncomfortable during the drive to the next location.

Tibumana: a single drop framed by greenery

After roughly a 10-minute drive from Kanto Lampo, the tour continues to Tibumana Waterfall. This is described as a single drop falling into a clear pool, surrounded by jungle foliage and greenery.

Tibumana offers a different mood from Kanto Lampo. Instead of focusing mainly on rock formations and photo poses, you get a more peaceful setting built around one clean cascade and a swimming pool below it. The two-hour stop should give you room to sit by the water, take photos, or swim if conditions suit you.

The word peaceful should not be read as a guarantee of solitude. Tibumana is considered less crowded than some of Bali’s better-known waterfall stops, but the tour does not promise an empty pool. Your experience will depend on the time of day and how many other groups are present.

I would keep your expectations simple here. This is not a sprawling waterfall system with many separate viewpoints. Its appeal is the clear shape of the falling water, the surrounding foliage, and the chance to slow down after the first stop.

Tukad Cepung: sunlight inside a rocky canyon

Tukad Cepung is the most unusual of the three waterfalls. The water falls inside a cave-like canyon, with sunlight filtering down from above. That confined setting gives the stop a stronger sense of drama than a standard open-air cascade.

You reach the water through the canyon area, then look up toward the opening where daylight enters. The waterfall drops from the rocky wall into a shallow pool. This is an especially good stop for photographs because the light, rock, and falling water all work together in one compact scene.

The setting also creates practical limits. A shallow pool is not the same as a deep swimming hole, so do not count on Tukad Cepung as your main swim stop. Wet rocks and water can make footing awkward, and you should take your time rather than hurrying for a photograph.

The two-hour allocation is generous enough to allow for walking, waiting for a clear view, and taking pictures. If your priority is swimming, Kanto Lampo and Tibumana matter more. If your priority is a distinctive setting, Tukad Cepung may be the most memorable waterfall of the day.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace: a change from water to farming

After the waterfalls, the tour turns to Tegalalang Rice Terrace north of Ubud. This is one of Bali’s best-known rice-growing areas, with narrow paths running between stepped fields and wide views across the cultivated slopes.

The appeal is not only visual. You can see how farming shapes the area and learn about traditional Balinese methods as you walk. That gives the day some useful cultural context. The waterfalls show Bali’s natural side, while Tegalalang shows how people have worked with water and steep ground for generations.

Two hours is enough to walk a section of the paths and stop for photographs without treating the place as a quick roadside lookout. The paths can be narrow, so wear shoes you can walk in comfortably. If you are still wet from the waterfalls, change before this stop. Rice terraces are a poor place for slippery footwear and damp clothes.

Tegalalang is also a reminder that this is a popular scenic attraction, not an untouched farming area set aside only for quiet contemplation. You are visiting an active cultural and agricultural setting. Walk carefully, stay on the paths, and pay attention to the ground instead of looking only through your camera.

The jungle swing: the extra-cost finale

The final stop is an Ubud jungle swing. These swings are set high above valleys or rice terraces and are designed around the feeling of floating over the scenery. For many people, the swing is the day’s big photograph.

There is one important money detail: the swing fee is not included. Your waterfall and rice terrace admissions are covered, but you pay separately for this activity. Ask about the exact cost before committing, since the tour information does not provide a swing price.

The swing stop is best for you if you want an energetic, staged photo experience. It is less essential if you prefer quiet scenery, traditional villages, or time to explore on foot. The tour includes the location, but it does not state that a specific swing package or number of rides is included.

The two-hour allowance may include time at the swing area rather than two hours in the air. That is normal for this sort of stop, where you may also wait, choose a swing option, and take photographs. Think of it as a flexible finale, not a guaranteed two-hour ride.

What the $29 price really covers

The $29 price is strong if you value transport and want several admission-based stops in one day. Private transportation is included, along with bottled water, parking, and entrance tickets to all three waterfalls and Tegalalang Rice Terrace. You avoid arranging separate rides between five places.

The price does not cover lunch, tips, or the Bali swing. Those exclusions are easy to overlook because the swing appears in the day’s schedule. I would set aside extra cash for the meal and swing before pickup so the low headline price does not become a surprise halfway through the day.

The word private needs a little care. The tour includes private transportation, but the maximum group size is listed as 15. That suggests you should confirm exactly how your vehicle and group arrangement work before booking if having a car entirely to yourself is important.

A mobile ticket and pickup option make the experience easier to arrange. Confirmation is provided at booking, but I would still verify the pickup time and meeting point in advance. One written complaint reports that the driver never arrived after a phone booking, followed by a request for a refund. That is the only specific complaint provided, but it is serious enough to justify a quick confirmation.

A realistic packing list for this waterfall day

Bring a change of clothes. This is not optional if you plan to swim or stand near the water at Kanto Lampo and Tibumana.

I would also pack:

• A small waterproof bag for your phone and wallet
• Comfortable shoes with grip for wet paths and rice terrace tracks
• A towel
• Extra plastic or reusable bags for damp clothes
• Cash for lunch, tips, and the swing fee

Bottled water is included, which is helpful during a long day of walking and swimming. Lunch is not included, and no lunch arrangement is specified, so you should ask how and when the meal break works.

You may also want to keep your camera plans practical. Tukad Cepung’s canyon, Kanto Lampo’s falling water, and the swing are all photo-friendly, but water and slippery ground make a protective phone case sensible.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would recommend this experience to you if you want a broad introduction to Ubud’s natural sights in one day. It suits people who enjoy swimming, short walks, scenery, and photographs more than people who want a slow cultural tour with long conversations at each stop.

It also works well if you do not want to arrange several drivers or compare separate entrance fees. The included transport and admissions simplify the day, while the 15-person maximum gives the operator a defined limit.

Families and mixed-age groups may find the variety useful because not everyone has to enjoy the same activity. One person can focus on photos at Tukad Cepung, another can swim at Tibumana, and someone else can spend more time walking the rice terrace paths.

I would hesitate if you dislike wet clothes, narrow paths, or a packed schedule. Five stops in about 10 hours is efficient, but it is not leisurely. You will spend part of the day getting in and out of the vehicle, changing clothes, walking to the water, and moving between attractions.

The tour is also less suitable if the jungle swing is your main reason for booking. The fee is extra, and the information does not specify which swing package you receive. If the swing matters most, confirm the operator, price, and ride details before paying.

Booking advice and cancellation terms

The experience has free cancellation if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded, and changes inside that period are not accepted.

The activity is confirmed at booking, and most people can participate according to the supplied details. No separate accessibility information is provided, so you should ask directly if you have mobility concerns about waterfalls, wet ground, canyon paths, or rice terrace trails.

I would also confirm your pickup after booking, especially if you arrange the tour by phone. The driver no-show complaint makes this a sensible precaution, not an accusation about every booking. Keep your confirmation available on your phone and make sure the pickup details are clear.

Should you book this Ubud day tour?

Book it if you want a good-value, scenery-heavy day with three waterfalls, a famous rice terrace, and an optional swing. The included transport and entrance tickets make $29 attractive, particularly for first-time visitors who want to cover several Ubud-area sights without building the route themselves.

Skip it if you want a quiet, slow day, a fully included lunch, or a swing experience with no extra charge. The best plan is to bring dry clothes, budget for the exclusions, confirm pickup, and treat the 10-hour schedule as a full day of movement.

For the right person, this is a practical sampler of Ubud’s water, farming, and photo-friendly scenery. Just know exactly what the low price includes before you go.

FAQ

How long does the Ubud waterfall and rice terrace tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 10 hours. The schedule allows about two hours at each of the five listed stops.

Which waterfalls are included?

The tour includes Kanto Lampo Waterfall, Tibumana Waterfall, and Tukad Cepung Waterfall. Entrance tickets to all three are included.

Is swimming included in the waterfall portion?

Swimming is part of the planned experience at Kanto Lampo, and you may also find a pool at Tibumana. Bring a change of clothes because you are expected to get wet.

Is the Bali jungle swing fee included?

No. Bali swing fees are not included in the tour price. You should budget separately for the swing.

What does the $29 price include?

The price includes private transportation, bottled water, entrance tickets to Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, Tukad Cepung, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace, plus parking tickets.

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.