The 5 Best Safari Tours around Ubud

1.Private Volkswagen Volcano Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,120 reviews · from $65Our pick

Take a private day trip from Bali’s main visitor areas in a classic VW jeep, with a driver-guide such as Froggy, Henry, or Agus. The route passes rice fields and villages before reaching Mount Batur’s caldera and black lava. You’ll also visit natural hot springs, the Mt. Batur Lounge, and a coffee plantation.

“We were lucky to have Froggy as our driver for the Mount Batur tour with the vintage Volkswagen, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. A special person and a true professional: always kind, attentive, and available. Reliable and well-prepared, he made us feel safe and guided us with enthusiasm throughout the entire day. If only all guides were like him, traveling would be a completely different experience. A real certainty – highly recommended!”

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2.Bali Zoo: Behind Closed Doors Afternoon Safari Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews · 2 - 7 hours · from $52Best value

Join Bali Zoo’s English-speaking guide and animal-care staff for the Behind Closed Doors evening program. Check in by 3:00 PM for a 4:00 to 6:00 PM tour with close encounters, behind-the-scenes animal-care insights, and refreshments. Optional hotel pickup is available from selected Bali areas.

“We could get close to the animals to the extent security allowed. The animals seemed to be ok with the human interaction and they looked well fed and healthy. The zo staff provided a lot of information, either up front or by request in conversations. They provided help in interacting with the animals and made it a great experience especially for the small children in our group. I understand, that the Zoo wants to make money by selling photos, but the constant attempt of the staff to get the animals Show tricks and get involved in funny poses made it hard to get some simple natural photos with the animals…”

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3.Safari Zoo and Ubud Palace and Market Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews · 9 hours · from $105

Spend three hours at Bali Safari and Marine Park, where a safari bus brings you close to animals including tigers, elephants, and Komodo dragons. Then visit Ubud Palace and its traditional art market with an English-speaking driver. Private air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and safari admission are included. Lunch is extra.

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4.Jatiluwih VW Safari Bali Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $70

Spend up to 10 hours in a private classic VW Safari, visiting Taman Ayun, Ulun Danu Beratan, Bedugul Market, Jatiluwih and Tanah Lot. An English-speaking driver handles the route, with entrance fees, buffet lunch and water included. Putu Buana has been praised for cultural explanations and photo help, though the level of guiding can vary.

“très bonne activité yuda était à l heure parc contre pas trop d explication sur les lieux il ne restait pas avec nous mais très gentil et souriant Je recommande cette activité”

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5.The Gate of Heaven Tour by VW Safari Classic Car

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 3 reviews · from $83

Spend a private day touring East Bali in an open-top classic VW Safari, with an English-speaking driver, hotel pickup and visits to Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga Water Garden, Virgin Beach and Tenganan. Entrance tickets, Indonesian set-menu lunch, water, fuel and fees are included. No driver’s name is provided, and the driver may not be a separate sightseeing guide.

“A super educational tour but at the same time so fun 🙏🏽🤩👍🏽”

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