Best of Ubud Waterfalls, Tegalalang Rice Terrace and Swing Tour

Kanto Lampo’s water tumbles over a staircase of dark rock, while Tukad Cepung runs beneath steep cliffs. Add Tibumana, Tegalalang’s green terraces, and a swing above the rice fields, and you get a full day built around Bali’s most photogenic sights. I like the three distinct waterfalls and the convenience of a private car with hotel pickup.

I also like that you get time at the rice terrace and a plantation, not just a string of waterfall stops. The main caveat is the price detail: at $29 per person, the tour includes several entrance fees, but optional-site tickets are excluded, so clarify the plantation and swing costs before booking.

• Three different waterfalls: Kanto Lampo has stepped rock formations, Tibumana sits among rice fields and palms, and Tukad Cepung is framed by cliffs.
• A Tegalalang swing: The tour’s photo stop puts you above the rice terraces, with another swing option at Uma Pakel Agro Tourism.
• Private transport: Your group rides in an air-conditioned car with a driver-guide, bottled water, and pickup offered from many Ubud and south Bali hotels.
• Key entry fees are included: The listed inclusions cover Tegalalang and all three waterfalls, but not tickets to optional sites.
• A full-day outing: Plan for about 10 hours, with stair descents and time at multiple stops.
• A guide can make the day easier: Past guide names include Abdi, Gusti, Mangkok, Gede, Inyoman Tanaya, Ketut, and Kadek Ari Darva. Your assigned guide may differ.

A long day of terraces, water, and photos

This private trip is made for seeing several of Ubud’s best-known natural sights without taking on the drive yourself. You visit Tegalalang Rice Terrace, then three waterfalls, before adding a plantation stop with coffee and herbal tea tasting. A swing above the rice fields gives the day its familiar Bali postcard moment.

The appeal is variety. Each waterfall has a different setting, and the terraces offer a change of pace between walks and photo stops. You have a driver-guide rather than a large group to keep together, and the car has air-conditioning for the stretches between sites.

The listed duration is about 10 hours. Each of the five stops is shown with a two-hour allocation, which adds up to the full day. That is a useful sign of how much ground the outing covers, but it also means you should expect a busy schedule rather than a leisurely afternoon at one waterfall.

Tegalalang’s terraces and the swing

Tegalalang is the first stop, where you can look across the rice terraces and see the traditional irrigation system that feeds them. The green stepped fields make a striking opening to the day, and the swing adds a more playful way to take in the view.

The stop is listed at two hours, including admission to the rice terrace. That gives you time to explore the viewpoint and take photos rather than simply pull over for a quick look. The tour description also mentions a swing above the terraces, and Uma Pakel Agro Tourism later offers a chance to swing above coconut trees with the rice fields in view.

Here is the practical wrinkle: the tour includes an entrance ticket to Tegalalang, but tickets to optional sites are not included. Since the swing or plantation may involve an optional-site fee, ask the operator exactly what the $29 covers. The swing is a central feature of the experience, but the ticket wording makes it sensible to confirm the cost before you arrive.

If you want the swing for the photos, allow for possible extra charges and do not assume every activity at the site is part of the base price. If you would rather admire the fields from solid ground, the terrace itself is still the draw.

Kanto Lampo’s stepped cascade

Kanto Lampo is described as a short walk of about five to ten minutes from the car park. Its water runs down stepped rock formations, giving the cascade a layered look that differs from a single vertical drop. You will have time to see the falls and take pictures.

The stop is listed as two hours, with admission included. That allowance may feel generous for the walk and waterfall itself, but it is part of a day that includes several sites and transfers. Use the time to move at a comfortable pace and enjoy the setting rather than treating the visit as a race to the next photo.

Bring footwear you are comfortable wearing around wet areas. One useful tip from the outing’s practical details is to take water shoes if you want to get into the waterfall basin. Conditions underfoot can be slick around water, so choose shoes with more grip than a smooth-soled sandal.

Tibumana: stairs, palms, and rice fields

Tibumana adds another kind of waterfall stop. Reaching it involves descending stairs, and the view combines the cascade with rice fields and palm trees. The setting is part of the appeal, offering a change from Kanto Lampo’s stepped rock.

The stop is also allotted two hours, and the entrance fee is included. The route down means this is not a purely roadside visit. If stairs are a concern for you, keep that in mind when deciding whether a three-waterfall day suits your pace.

Tibumana is described as less visited than some other Bali photo spots, though the area’s popularity can change. I would not count on having the place to yourself. Instead, value the different scenery and the chance to spend time in a setting framed by fields and palms.

Tukad Cepung beneath the cliffs

Tukad Cepung is the final waterfall stop and the most unusual in setting. It is known for its light effects, with the water framed by high cliffs. Bring your camera, but give yourself time to look beyond the screen: the enclosed rock setting is what makes this stop distinct.

The entrance fee is included, and the visit is listed at two hours. The tour details do not specify the exact route or walking conditions, so ask your guide about the path when you arrive if you have questions about the approach. As with the other falls, expect to be around wet ground.

Three waterfall visits in one day can sound repetitive on paper. The settings help keep them distinct: stepped rock at Kanto Lampo, rice fields and palms at Tibumana, and cliff walls and light at Tukad Cepung. If waterfalls are your priority, this range is a strong reason to choose the tour.

Coffee, herbal tea, and a possible extra fee

Uma Pakel Agro Tourism is the final listed stop. The plan includes a chance to swing above coconut trees with rice terraces in the background, and the tour overview also describes sampling Balinese coffee and herbal tea on a plantation. It gives you a quieter activity after the waterfall walks, with another chance for photos.

The key booking detail is that the Uma Pakel stop is marked as not including admission, and optional-site tickets are excluded from the inclusions. Food and drinks are also not included unless specified. Since coffee and herbal tea tasting is described as part of the experience, but the cost details are not fully clear, confirm whether the tasting and swing require an additional payment.

The swing is designed for a dramatic view, not a calm ride through the countryside. If heights make you uneasy, you can still enjoy the terraces and plantation setting without taking part. If photos are a major reason you are booking, this stop is likely to be one of your day’s highlights.

What the private car and guide add

A private air-conditioned car matters on a day with several stops spread around Ubud. You avoid self-driving between waterfall areas, and your group can travel together with a driver-guide. Bottled water is included, while meals and other drinks are not.

Pickup is offered from many hotels in Ubud and south Bali. Check that your accommodation is within the pickup area when you book. The exact route and order of stops may affect how the day feels, but the tour is presented as a full-day private outing for your group alone.

Guide names associated with outings include Abdi, Gusti, Mangkok, Gede, Inyoman Tanaya, Ketut, and Kadek Ari Darva. These names are examples, not a promise of who will lead your trip. The guide’s role can matter beyond driving: guides have helped visitors walk to the waterfalls, explain the stops, leave time to explore, and take photos for solo travellers.

That last point is useful if you are travelling alone. A guide who can take a picture means you do not have to rely on a stranger at every stop. Still, the tour is private for your party, so a solo booking does not mean you will be paired with a group.

Is $29 good value?

At $29 per person, the price is appealing for a private, air-conditioned vehicle, a driver-guide, bottled water, and admission to the rice terrace and three waterfalls. If you want to see several well-known Ubud sights in one day, those included fees and the transport can make the base price good value.

But do not judge the cost by the headline alone. The plantation is listed as an optional site with admission not included, and food and drinks are excluded unless specified. The swing and tasting details deserve a quick check with the operator before you book, so you can compare the final cost with other private day trips.

The tour is also most valuable if you want a packed day. If you prefer to linger at one waterfall, swim for a long time, or explore a single area at an unhurried pace, five stops may feel like too much. The listed two-hour blocks give each place room on paper, but transfers and walking are part of the day too.

Who should book this Ubud day trip?

I would consider this tour if you want to cover several signature sights without renting a car or arranging separate transfers. It suits couples, friends, and families who enjoy waterfall walks, scenic viewpoints, and photo stops, and who are comfortable spending most of the day on an organized route.

It is especially useful for visitors based in Ubud or south Bali who want pickup and drop-off arranged. The private format is a plus if you want to travel only with your own group and have a driver-guide to help with the route. Group discounts may also make the price more attractive when you are travelling with others.

Think twice if stairs are difficult for you, if you dislike a tightly scheduled day, or if you want every activity included in the advertised price. Three waterfall approaches and an optional plantation stop ask for some stamina, and extras may add to the cost. Confirmation is provided at booking, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts about 10 hours. It is a full-day outing with five listed stops.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. The tour is private, and only your group participates.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered from many hotels in Ubud and south Bali. Check that your hotel is within the service area.

Which waterfalls are included?

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

Are the waterfall entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance tickets to Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tukad Cepung are included.

Is admission to Tegalalang Rice Terrace included?

Yes. The listed inclusions cover the entrance ticket to Tegalalang Rice Terrace.

Are meals and drinks included?

Food and drinks are not included unless specified. Bottled water is included, and the tour description mentions coffee and herbal tea tasting at a plantation, so confirm any tasting costs before you go.

Does the tour price include the swing?

A swing above the rice terraces is part of the experience description, but tickets to optional sites are not included. Confirm whether the swing at Uma Pakel requires an extra fee.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience starts. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.