Ubudian Utopia: Best of Ubud Tour with the Thrill of a Jungle Swing

Savour a taste of the best of Ubud in this impeccable tour through the enticing Monkey Forest, a gorgeous coffee plantation, the stunning rice terraces of Tegalalang, the serene Tirta Empul and the ravishing Tegenungan waterfalls.

This magical tour begins with the fascinating Sacred Monkey Forest, home to more than 700 long tailed macaques amidst 12.5 hectares of exotic jungles and historic temples. The three temples on the compound establish an aura of inimitable mysticism, aptly complimented by the enveloping shroud of greenery. A beautiful coffee plantation, follows next, where you can witness the production as well as indulge in a sampling of the most expensive coffee in the world - Luwak. This unique experience is aptly succeeded by a dose of thrill on a jungle swing. With 30m long strings swinging you mid-air, high above the treetops and villages, it’s a spurt of adrenaline that will keep you going for days!

A short trek to the beautiful Tegalalang village to witness their incredible rice terraces, is up next, exposing you to a vista of remarkable rice terraces as well as their native rural lifestyle. It’s quite charming, especially when you enjoy a sumptuous lunch of local fares while feasting your eyes on the brilliant scenery of valleys and rice fields. The holy springs of Tirta Empul will perfectly match this serenity with its transcendental ambiance and the semblance of spirituality. Besides presenting an exemplary display of Balinese art and architecture, the springs on the temple compound are believed to have curative properties, with hundreds of people flocking every day to soak in the divinity.

Before heading home, we will finally stop at the spectacular Tegenungan Waterfalls. Surrounded by the huge rocks and naturally overgrown area, it’s kind of hidden from plain sight and one can often spot a dazzling rainbow over the waters as soon as they reach. You can either choose to sit by the water at the bottom and leave your mark with the numerous pebbles lying around, or even climb to the top level for an unforgettable view of the water cascading down as well the astonishingly pretty landscape. A perfect ending to the day, we would say!

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Started by a passionate young man from Ubud, Hire Bali Drivers is one of our closest travel partners in Bali and your best bet for an authentic Balinese experience. An extensive background in the hospitality industry and a desire to get travellers up close and personal with the enchanting world of Bali, The Last Paradise, has given birth to a travel service that is not just professional but exquisitely authentic as well.