Ubud Hidden Waterfalls and Rice Terrace Tours

Three waterfalls, a rice terrace walk, local lunch, and a swing photo stop make this a full day around Ubud rather than a quick sightseeing loop. The private format gives you room to ask for help, adjust the pace, and get photos without being tied to a large group.

I like the variety here: Kanto Lampo is built for striking photos, Tibumana offers time in the water, and Tukad Cepung feels more atmospheric inside its rocky setting. I also like having a private driver-guide, especially since past guests singled out Praba, Yanse, and Ady for kindness, humor, flexibility, and hands-on help.

The main drawback is the packed schedule. Six stops in roughly 10 hours means you will spend much of the day moving, and the Aloha Ubud Swing costs extra. Lunch and entrance fees are also included only with selected booking options, so check the exact package before paying.

Key points to know before booking

• Three waterfalls in one morning: Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tukad Cepung each offer a different setting and activity.
• A private English-speaking guide: Your own driver-guide can help with timing, photos, and small changes to the day.
• Tegalalang is more than a photo stop: The rice-paddy walk includes an explanation of Bali’s irrigation system.
• Lunch is a set menu: Waroeng D’Yoni provides local food at around 1 p.m., depending on the day’s timing.
• The swing is optional and extra: Aloha Ubud Swing is scheduled for 4 p.m., but its admission is not included.
• The $30 price needs a close look: Entrance tickets, lunch, and other inclusions depend on the option selected.

A waterfall-heavy day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This tour is designed as a private day out from Ubud, lasting about 10 hours. Pickup and drop-off are provided, and transportation is private for your group. That matters in Bali, where a day with several stops can become tiring if you are constantly waiting for other passengers.

The schedule begins at 9 a.m. and finishes around 5 p.m., with the three waterfalls packed into the morning. Lunch follows, then the rice terraces and swing. You get a lot for one day, but this is not a slow countryside outing. Think of it as an active sightseeing circuit with short stays at each stop.

The driver-guide is an important part of the experience. The names attached to past bookings include Praba, Yanse, and Ady, though the guide assigned to your date may differ. You can expect an English-speaking guide, and the strongest praise has focused on guides who are friendly, flexible, helpful with photos, and willing to stay beyond the planned time when needed.

Kanto Lampo Waterfall and its stone terraces

The first stop is Kanto Lampo Waterfall at about 9 a.m., with one hour planned here. Its appeal comes from the stone walls and clear water, along with the chance to pose close to the falling water.

This is the most overtly photo-focused stop on the route. The stepped rocks create a strong background, and the guide can help you get the best angle. If you care about taking portraits or social media photos, this early stop gives you one of the day’s most recognizable scenes before you have spent your energy elsewhere.

The one-hour visit should be enough for photos and a look around, but do not expect a long, quiet stay. The tour has two more waterfalls before lunch, so your guide will need to keep the morning moving. Wear footwear you can use around wet stone, and bring a change of clothes if you plan to get close to the water.

Tibumana Waterfall for a swim

At around 10 a.m., the tour continues to Tibumana Waterfall. You have another hour here, this time with swimming as the main activity. The setting includes green forest and rocks, giving this stop a different feel from Kanto Lampo’s photo-friendly stone walls.

I like this part of the plan because it adds a real activity to the morning. You are not just stepping out of a car, taking a picture, and leaving. If you want to swim, Tibumana is the place to make that happen, though the information provided does not specify changing facilities, water conditions, or whether swimming is advisable on your date.

Keep your belongings simple. The tour does not list storage, towel service, or personal equipment, so bring only what you need and plan around being wet. One hour can pass quickly if you want both swimming time and photos.

Tukad Cepung’s cave-like setting

The third waterfall arrives around noon, at Tukad Cepung. The route involves walking to a waterfall framed by stone walls inside a cave-like setting, with sunlight passing through the forest above.

This is likely the most atmospheric stop of the three. Instead of a broad open view, the attraction is the enclosed rock setting and the way light reaches the water. Conditions can change the look of the place, so the famous sunbeam effect is best treated as a possibility rather than a guarantee.

The walk is worth noting. The tour description specifically says you walk to reach the waterfall, but it does not give a distance, surface, or difficulty rating. Most people can participate, according to the supplied information, but anyone who dislikes wet paths or uneven ground should ask the provider for current conditions before booking.

By the end of this stop, you will have visited three different waterfall settings in about three hours. That is efficient, but also the busiest portion of the day. If you prefer to linger, swim for a long time, or take many photos, this schedule may feel brisk.

Waroeng D’Yoni and a set-menu lunch

Lunch is scheduled at Waroeng D’Yoni at about 1 p.m. The meal is a set menu featuring local food, and the restaurant is described as recommended by local people and tourists.

A planned local lunch is useful on a day like this. You do not have to spend time choosing a restaurant between waterfall stops, and a set menu keeps the afternoon schedule intact. It also gives you a proper break after the morning walks and water activities.

Check the booking option carefully. Lunch is included only if you select the option that includes it. The base price shown is $30 per person, but the final value depends on whether your package includes lunch and entrance fees. Personal expenses, shopping, and dinner are not included.

The information does not specify the dishes, drink policy, or provisions for dietary needs. If those matter to you, ask before departure rather than assuming the set menu will suit you.

Walking through Tegalalang’s rice paddies

At about 3 p.m., you reach Tegalalang Rice Terrace for a one-hour walk. The point is not only to take pictures. You also learn about the irrigation system used in the rice paddies.

That explanation gives the stop more substance than a simple roadside photo break. Rice terraces depend on careful water management, and seeing the paddies while hearing how irrigation works helps connect the scenery with daily farming. The walk is also a welcome change after three waterfall visits.

Still, one hour is a short introduction. You will get a taste of the rice-paddy setting rather than a long rural walk. The tour description does not state the exact route, grade, or number of steps, so ask your guide about the walking conditions if you have mobility concerns.

Tegalalang is often treated as a quick picture stop, but I think it works best when you pay attention to the working side of the paddies. Look beyond the viewpoint and listen to the explanation. That is where this part becomes more than a backdrop.

Aloha Ubud Swing and the extra cost

The final scheduled stop is Aloha Ubud Swing at about 4 p.m. You can ride the swing and take photos designed to make you look as if you are flying above the trees.

The swing is not included in the tour price. It is listed separately from the included admission tickets, so budget for an additional payment if you want to use it. The supplied information does not give the swing fee, so you will need to confirm the current price before booking or at the stop.

This final activity suits anyone who wants a polished vacation photo. It may feel less important if you have already done a Bali swing elsewhere, or if you prefer cultural and nature stops to staged photo attractions. Since the tour includes the stop but not the ride, you can also treat it as an optional end to the day.

The timing makes sense. After the rice walk, the swing offers a light, playful finish. Just remember that the 10-hour day may leave you ready for a rest by then.

What the $30 price really offers

At $30 per person, this looks like a strong value for a private full-day outing, but the headline figure needs careful reading. The tour includes private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a driver-guide. Entrance tickets and lunch are included if you select the appropriate option.

That combination can save you the trouble of arranging separate transport to several places around Ubud. A private vehicle also gives you your own group space and avoids the stop-and-go pattern of a shared coach.

The swing is extra, and dinner, shopping, and personal expenses are not covered. If the $30 option excludes lunch or admission, add those costs before comparing it with other Ubud day tours.

The best value comes if you want all three waterfalls, a rice-paddy walk, and private transport in one day. It is less compelling if you plan to spend most of your time swimming, taking long photographs, or wandering slowly, because the schedule gives each stop only about one hour.

Guide style and the private-tour advantage

The most useful feature here may be the private guide rather than any single waterfall. Past bookings specifically praise Praba as kind and helpful, Yanse for excellent English, humor, and flexibility, and Ady for accompanying the group closely and spending extra time when needed.

Those details matter because this itinerary has several points where assistance helps. A guide can take photos, help you manage the wet waterfall areas, explain the rice irrigation system, and adjust small parts of the day around your interests. The experience is private, so only your group participates.

Do not assume a particular guide is guaranteed unless the provider confirms it. You may be assigned Praba, Yanse, Ady, or another English-speaking driver-guide. The supplied feedback points to a warm, personal guiding style, but the exact experience depends on who is driving that day.

Who should book this Ubud day trip?

I would recommend this tour to you if you want a busy nature day and prefer having transport arranged. It suits couples, families, and small private groups who want several classic Ubud-area sights without organizing each transfer themselves.

It is also a good fit if you care about photos. Kanto Lampo’s stone walls, Tukad Cepung’s enclosed rock setting, the rice terraces, and the swing all provide different types of picture opportunities. The guide’s help with photos is a real practical benefit.

You should think twice if you dislike walking on wet or uneven surfaces, do not want to swim, or prefer a quiet day with long stops. The tour includes a walk at Tukad Cepung and a rice-paddy walk, while Tibumana is intended for swimming. The schedule is full from morning until late afternoon.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. Still, the available information does not give detailed accessibility notes for the waterfall paths, so ask the provider about current conditions if that is important for you.

Cancellation and booking details

Confirmation is received when you book, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience begins. Cancel at least 24 hours ahead for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off uses local Bali time.

Pickup and drop-off are included, but the supplied information does not specify the exact pickup area or time. The itinerary begins at 9 a.m., so confirm your pickup details with Tuti’s Bali Private Tours after booking.

Should you book Ubud Hidden Waterfalls and Rice Terrace Tours?

Book it if you want an efficient, private introduction to several Ubud-area sights, especially if taking photographs, swimming, and avoiding transport planning are high priorities. The combination of three waterfalls, local lunch, rice-field education, and an optional swing gives you plenty for one day.

Before booking, check three things: which option includes entrance fees, whether lunch is included, and the extra price for the swing. If you are happy with a brisk pace and modest time at each stop, the $30 starting price can offer very good value. If you want a slow, deeply local day, choose a shorter itinerary with fewer stops instead.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 10 hours, beginning around 9 a.m. and ending around 5 p.m.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with private transportation.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Which waterfalls are included?

The tour visits Kanto Lampo Waterfall, Tibumana Waterfall, and Tukad Cepung Waterfall.

Is swimming included?

Swimming is planned at Tibumana Waterfall. The tour information does not specify equipment, towels, or changing facilities.

Is lunch included?

Lunch at Waroeng D’Yoni is included only if you select the option that includes lunch.

Is the Aloha Ubud Swing included in the price?

No. The swing admission is not included and must be paid separately.

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 made within 24 hours are not refundable.