Gunung Kawi Rice Terrace Swing And Waterfall Private Guided Tour

A private day tour around Ubud gets interesting fast when you mix temples, Bali Swing photo spots, and a waterfall finale into one run. I especially like a private guide who can keep things moving and explain what you’re looking at, and I also like the onboard Wi-Fi so you’re not totally offline between stops. Guide Adi, in particular, gets named for being friendly, answering questions, and helping with great photos.

One thing to consider is how the Bali Swing portion works for your specific day. The swing activity is described as an optional add-on, so you’ll want to confirm you can actually do the swing, not just view it.

This is a long day at about 10 hours, so the comfort details add up. You’re in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water, plus a snack and coffee or tea at a rest area, which helps when you’re pairing hot temple stops with outdoor photo breaks.

Key highlights to know before you go

• Private group tour means you’re not stuck waiting on strangers
• Onboard Wi-Fi keeps the time between photo stops less painful
• Bali Swing at Happy Swing Bali includes bird nest-style picture time and complimentary dress for swing activity
• Tegalalang Rice Terrace is the main north Ubud viewpoint stop, built for wide jungle-green views
• Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple adds a 9th-century cultural anchor to the day
• Tegenungan Waterfall ends the route with a classic splashy photo setting

A long, full-day circuit around Ubud, with Swing and waterfalls

If you want Ubud in one packed day, this tour is built for that. You start in the monkey forest area, move through rice terrace country, pause at temple sites, and finish at Tegenungan Waterfall. It’s not a slow stroll tour. It’s more like a well-paced “see the big sights, plus a few photo wins” day.

The “private guided” part matters because you’re not just dropped at each attraction. A guide helps you connect the dots, and the day flows in a way that’s easier than self-driving and figuring out timing on your own. I like that you get an English-speaking guide and not just a driver.

Price and what you get for $22.67 per person

At $22.67 per person, this is priced aggressively for a private, full-day format. What makes it feel like value is what’s bundled: an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional English-speaking tour guide, mineral water, and a snack plus coffee or tea at a rest area. You also get an “all inclusive” note for entrance tickets on premium access, and there’s insurance included.

Now for the part you should check before you go: the details also note that special private guided only entrance tickets may be paid, around $18 per person, if you visit all attractions. Lunch is also listed as an extra personal expense, estimated around $4 per person. That doesn’t automatically mean you’ll pay at every gate, but it does mean you should confirm what is fully covered for your exact set of stops.

In practical terms, I’d treat the headline price as the “core tour” cost, then budget a little for lunch and any entrance items that are flagged as possibly separate.

The day at a glance: Monkey Forest, Swing, rice terraces, temple, coffee, waterfall

Your route is a classic Ubud loop that covers both north and central sights, then pushes to the waterfall area. The time is about 10 hours, so you’ll feel like you’re always “on.” That’s great if you hate wasting daylight. It’s not ideal if you prefer long sit-down breaks and unhurried shopping.

Here’s the sequence you can expect in plain terms:

1. Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
2. Happy Swing Bali (Bali Swing area)
3. Tegalalang Rice Terrace
4. Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple
5. Tampaksiring (coffee and tea plus flower field photo break)
6. Tegenungan Waterfall

Also, you’re picked up with transport included, and you’ll have onboard Wi-Fi between stops.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and the Campuhan river bridge

This is where the tour starts with a quick hit of Ubud atmosphere. The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary stop is framed as a tropical forest visit with friendly guidance, plus time for pictures at an ancient temple and the beautiful bridge of Campuhan river in the Monkey Forest Ubud area.

The reason this first stop works well is timing and mood. It sets the tone with nature, temples, and photo-friendly scenery early in the day, when you’re less likely to be rushed later.

One practical note: this stop is listed for about 1 hour. So you’ll want to treat it as “see, photograph, move,” not “wander for hours.” If you like taking your time, tell your guide early so they can adjust what “enough time” means for you.

Happy Swing Bali: bird nest photos and a swing you might need to claim

Happy Swing Bali is the Instagram spot on this day. The swing experience is described with a bird nest-style picture option, and you can also get complimentary dress to wear as part of the swing activities.

Here’s the key detail to protect your time: the swing activity is described as optional, something you choose to participate in when you arrive. If your goal is to actually swing, don’t assume the visit means you will automatically do it. Ask your guide how your group will handle it on arrival, and whether the time you get is enough for you to do the swing and the bird nest-style photo setup.

Also, the swing stop is listed for about 1 hour. That sounds long, but photo moments can eat time quickly. If you’re doing the full swing experience, plan to commit to the activity quickly after you arrive, so you’re not stuck waiting while other people finish and move on.

If you’re the kind of traveler who mostly enjoys seeing viewpoints from the ground, the swing stop may feel less satisfying. If you’re there for the photo moment, it can be a strong part of the day.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace: wide views in the north of Ubud

Then you head to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, described as one of the best rice terrace and jungle view areas in the north of Ubud. The tour frames it as “as far as the eyes can see” green scenery, and the stop is also listed for about 1 hour.

This is your classic Bali greenery photo opportunity, but the best way to enjoy it is to think like a photographer for a minute. Use your guide’s help to find angles and picture positions that match what you want. Since the tour highlights capturing the best pictures, you’re not just walking randomly through the crowd flow.

The main tradeoff here is time. One hour is enough for photos and a look around, but it’s not enough if you want to slow-walk every viewing point. If you want a calmer pace, say so early, because the day is built as a sequence, not a flexible hang-out.

Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple: a 9th-century story stop in hot weather

Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple is a cultural pause that breaks up the photo stops. The description includes a historical note: it references the 9th century and tells a story about a holy man, Rsi Markandya, traveling toward Mount Agung. It also explains that the weather was very hot when he found the place where this temple is located.

That story matters because it turns the stop from “a pretty temple” into “a place with a reason.” And because the day already includes nature and photo experiences, you’ll likely appreciate having something explained rather than just observed.

You get about 1 hour here as well. That’s enough time to understand the basics, see the space, and take photos, without the day getting too slow.

Tampaksiring: coffee and tea plus a flower field photo break

Tampaksiring is a short and sweet stop, about 40 minutes. You get a complimentary coffee and tea time, plus time for pictures in a flower field with variants described as mary gold, rose, and others.

This is one of those breaks that feels small but can reset your day. You’re shifting from outdoor viewing to something more comfortable and social, and your energy level matters once you’re aiming for the final waterfall stop.

If you’re sensitive to heat, this is also the kind of stop where you can catch your breath. Use it as a recharge point, not just a quick photo stop.

Tegenungan Waterfall: the splashy end of the day

The day finishes at Tegenungan Waterfall. The tour description emphasizes the view of the waterfall, the tropical water splash feeling, and the green scenery around it. Your guide is also there to help capture the best pictures.

This stop works as a finale because it’s visually different from the rice terraces and swing area. It’s water, motion, and a bigger sense of drama. You’ll likely want to arrive ready with the kind of photos you want, not just general wandering.

Since this is another 1-hour stop, plan for photos, a quick look, and then moving on. If your schedule is sensitive, remember the whole tour is about 10 hours. The waterfall is your end point, so it’s worth making the most of that hour.

Guide, transport, and the practical comforts that matter

The practical setup here is part of why this tour is easy to book and do well. You have air-conditioned vehicle transport, mineral water bottle support, plus a snack and coffee or tea at the rest area. That kind of extras helps when your day includes outdoor sites and driving between them.

The onboard Wi-Fi is a genuinely useful feature if you’re managing messages, mapping, or simply staying entertained. It doesn’t sound like a big deal until you realize you could be stuck offline for hours in a moving car.

The tour is also private, meaning it’s only your group. That usually makes a difference for timing, photo pace, and questions. In particular, guide Adi is specifically praised for being friendly, knowledgeable, and for taking amazing photos while making sure the group sees what they want.

One more real-world note: at least one person raised a serious concern about driver behavior mid-day, saying the driver was sleeping while driving and it made them worried. That’s not the norm you want, so if anything feels off during your tour, speak up right away. For a private day, you have more leverage to address issues than with a large group.

Entrance fees and lunch add-ons, the part you should clarify

The pricing notes include both an “all inclusive” entrance ticket statement and a separate note that entrance tickets may be paid around $18 per person for special private guided scenarios. Lunch is also listed separately at an estimated $4 per person.

So I’d handle this like a smart traveler: before you go, confirm with your guide what exact entrance fees are covered for your day and what is not. Ask plainly, so you don’t get stuck at a gate with a surprise payment.

As for lunch, don’t plan your budget assuming it’s included. If you want a full meal, bring extra cash or be ready to pay the estimate your tour details mention.

Who this tour suits best, and who might not love it

This tour suits you if you want a single-day run through north Ubud sights plus Tegenungan Waterfall, with a guide helping with context and photos. It’s also a good fit if you value comfort features like air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and the small snack and coffee/tea break.

You might not love it if you want a lot of unstructured wandering or if you hate optional add-ons that require you to act on arrival. The Bali Swing piece can be a highlight, but only if you’re ready to do the swing activities during your allotted time.

If your priority is the most peaceful, slow travel pace, you may prefer fewer stops and longer stays. This one is made for seeing many key spots in a day.

Should you book Gunung Kawi Rice Terrace Swing And Waterfall?

Book it if your idea of a great Bali day is organized sightseeing with picture moments, a guide who can help you get good results, and a smooth plan that saves you from logistics headaches. The price, with transport, guide, Wi-Fi, water, and even snack and coffee or tea included, is the big reason to lean yes.

Skip or reconsider if you care deeply about the Bali Swing experience but want guaranteed swing time. Since the swing activity is described as optional add-on, make sure you confirm participation rules when you arrive. Also, if you’re sensitive to comfort and attentive driving, pick a day when you can clearly communicate if something feels wrong.

If you want a one-day sampler of Ubud’s most photographed corners, this is a solid way to do it, as long as you plan for the lunch and any entrance fee details that may be separate.

FAQ

Where does this tour take place?

The tour location is listed as Nusa Dua, Indonesia, with the sightseeing sites around Ubud.

How long is the tour?

The duration is listed as about 10 hours.

Is pickup offered?

Yes, pickup is offered.

Is this tour private?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, and only your group participates.

Do you get Wi-Fi during the tour?

Yes. Onboard Wi-Fi is included between stops.

What is included in the tour price?

Included items are listed as premium all-inclusive entrance ticket access, a professional English-speaking tour guide, air-conditioned vehicle transport, mineral water bottle, snack and coffee or tea at a rest area, insurance, and a mobile ticket. Group discounts are also noted.

Are entrance tickets fully included?

Entrance tickets are listed as included as premium all-inclusive access, but there is also a note that entrance tickets may be paid separately around $18 per person if visiting all attraction items. It’s smart to confirm what applies for your exact day.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included. It’s listed as an additional personal expense, estimated at about $4 per person.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Which stops are included on this tour?

The stops listed are Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Happy Swing Bali, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple, Tampaksiring, and Tegenungan Waterfall.