Top Ubud Outdoor Activities

Visit the island of Nusa Penida with this full-day excursion from Bali. You'll travel by speedboat to the island, where your local driver will take you around to some of the prettiest areas. Highlights include the cliff formations at Broken Beach, the natural infinity pool at Angel's Billabong, and the white sand beach at Crystal Bay, with a stop for an included local lunch along the way.

Ride an ATV (quad) bike on rugged terrain in rural Ubud during this action-packed half-day tour. Receive instruction from your guide, then take on dirt tracks, mud puddles, and other challenging terrain on this thrilling tour. You’ll see rice fields, bamboo forest, traditional villages, and small farms, stop at a lookout point with views over the jungle, and have a lunch of Balinese fare before returning to your hotel.

Experience an all-in-one adventure at U Fun Field, set in a private rice terrace in Ubud, away from the crowds. Enjoy full access to 4 unique swings, including the iconic Dream Catcher Swing where you can make a wish, plus the thrilling Extreme Swing and relaxing Tandem and Moon Swings, each with stunning lush landscape views. Glide across the rice fields on a scenic zipline with dual lines, so you can enjoy the ride without walking back. Then try the unique Sky Bike, pedaling a suspended bicycle high above for breathtaking views. Explore our rice terraces with a free guided cultural tour and learn about local traditions. Capture memorable moments at scenic photo spots, including the iconic Wings of Bali. Perfect for couples, families, and friends looking for a fun day out amid stunning rice terraces like Tegallalang. Note: each ticket grants access to ONE activity (Swing, Zipline, or Sky Bike). To enjoy all activities, choose the 'ALL 4 Games' package.

Get off the beaten path on this private all-terrain vehicle (ATV) tour of the countryside near Ubud. After a full safety briefing, hop on your ATV and follow your guide through the unseen side of Bali past rice paddies, plantations, jungles, and picturesque villages. This tour includes lunch and pickup and drop-off from many areas in Bali.

Discover the beauty of the Sidemen village on a trekking tour. Walk through the rice fields and see the daily life of the locals. Admire the beauty of the landscape and the views of Mount Agung.

Get off the beaten track and discover some of Bali’s coolest off-grid attractions on this ATV tour through the jungle, suitable for beginners and experienced riders alike. A great way to combine sightseeing with adventure, this ATV tour includes driving through lush rice paddies, splashing through a waterfall plunge pool, and squeezing through an underground tunnel.

Save time and make the most of your day with a combo tour that includes whitewater rafting and an ATV ride. Pickup is included for convenient transfer from your hotel to the Ayung River. After a briefing and training, paddle the rapids down the Ayung River with a guide. After a buffet lunch, ride an ATV through rice fields, jungle, river, tunnel, waterfall, and canyons of Bali, followed by a sandwich and fries.

Bali’s east coast is an idyllic spot for snorkeling, with far fewer crowds than the south and west coast, but finding the right tour to show you all the areas you don’t want to miss can be tricky. During this small-group tour, you visit two top snorkel sites—Blue Lagoon and Tanjung Jepun—to swim and snorkel with an expert snorkeling instructor to make sure everyone stays safe and has fun.

Experience Bali’s natural beauty and enjoy a thrilling adventure at the same time with this small-group quad bike and white water rafting experience. Have fun on land and in the water, taking in rice fields, tropical forests, canyons, waterfalls, and much more. Enjoy convenient round-trip hotel pickup and don’t worry about getting lost at any point.

A jungle swing is a signature Bali experience. Fill up your Instagram with the help of an on-site photographic assistant as you soar high above the jungle or pose for shots in the adorable nests. Book a swing-only package or upgrade to include lunch and private transfers: You can also complete your day with a white-water rafting adventure or an Ubud tour.

Sometimes, the beach just isn’t enough, and you’re itching to get into the wild. Scratch that urge for adrenaline with these small-group adventures including lunch, safety gear, and a guide. Choose from rafting only, solo or tandem ATV, rafting and ATV, or ATV with a Bali swing. Hotel pickup and drop off from Ubud, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Kuta, Canggu, Legian, and Seminyak are included for ease.

Spare yourself the stress and risk of self-driving Bali on this private door-to-door tour. Soak in volcanic hot springs, enjoy lunch with a view of the Batur volcano, tour a coffee plantation, and see four key highlights of Ubud: Tegenungan Waterfall, Elephant Cave, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary.

Squeeze two Ubud adventures into one thrilling day on this private combo tour. Ride an all-terrain vehicle (ATV or quad bike) through forests, rivers, and rice fields, then continue to the waters of the Ayung River, which are usually a mellow Class II but can rise to Class IV in the rainy season. Your day includes lunch, a guide, safety gear, and private hotel transfers from Ubud and south Bali.

Thrill to Ubud’s signature adrenaline experience on this half-day guided white-water rafting adventure, which includes a buffet lunch. After a safety briefing, race 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) down the Ayung River, paddling through landscapes featuring waterfalls, rice paddies, and pristine forest. Upgrade to add round-trip hotel transfers from the Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta, Nusa Dua, Canggu, and Sanur areas.

Experience the lively markets, majestic temples, and natural wonders of Ubud on this private full-day tour, with round-trip transfers from Ubud and south Bali. You have the chance to customize your day to your own interests, visiting attractions like Tegenungan Waterfall, Elephant Cave, Ubud Monkey Forest, and the wood-carving village of Mas. Upgrade to enjoy a restaurant lunch, or both lunch and a jungle swing.

Arriving at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport can be stressful, particularly after a long flight, with freelance drivers and taxi touts all hustling for your business. Get your vacation off to an easy start and a stress-free finish when you book this private round-trip airport transfer service, in a comfortable car with space for up to four travelers plus luggage. To avoid confusion, your driver will hold a sign with your name.

Skip the self-drive hassles and check off the Ubud highlights with a private guide on this door-to-door tour. See natural wonders: Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Mt. Batur volcano. Immerse in Balinese Hindu culture at Tirta Empul Temple and Ubud Palace. Stock up on souvenirs at an authentic coffee plantation and Ubud Market. Your day includes a buffet lunch overlooking Lake Batur and a local coffee tasting.

Sunrise from Mt Batur is a must-do in Bali. Enjoy the views without hiking on this private or join-in 4WD Jeep tour. Have a light breakfast on the jeep rooftop before visiting the black lava fields. Soak in a hot spring with included ticket, towel, and locker if option selected, then return to your hotel.

Explore the eastern side of Bali with your own private guide on a full-day tour from Kuta and nearby towns. Visit highlights including Ujung Water Palace, Lempuyang Temple, and the water gardens of Tirta Gangga. Have time to stop for photo ops, and learn about Bali’s heritage from your guide throughout the day. Your tour includes entrance tickets, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Lempuyang Temple's Gates of Heaven draw large crowds throughout the day—late access reduces waiting times considerably and allows for a less congested visit. This full-day tour also covers the Tirta Gangga Water Temple and Goa Raja Waterfall, with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle handling transport between all three sites throughout.

The highlands around Ubud are home to a myriad of waterfalls, some established Instagram favorites, others barely visited. Leave route-finding and parking to your expert private driver on this convenient door-to-door tour, with entrance fees for your first three waterfalls included. As well as the ever-popular Tukad Cepung, Kanto Lampo, and Tegenungan, other options include Sumampan Waterfall, Yellow (Kuning) Waterfall, less-visited Goa Giri Campuhan Waterfall, and newly formed Bandung Waterfall.

Avoid rigid timetables, drive-by visits and crowded tour buses with this private, fully customizable day trip around Bali. Whether you’re into sightseeing or hiking or simply relaxing on the beach, build a personalized schedule from a range of potential destinations, from popular stops like Nusa Dua Beach and Mount Batur to hidden gems like Tirta Empul Temple and the Nyaman Gallery. Don’t miss out on a potential highlight just because you don’t know about it, either: get tailored hints and tips from your private driver.

While some travelers like to hike to the summit of Mount Batur early in the morning, this private sunset hike is ideal for those who enjoy their sleep. Avoid the morning crowds by hiking later in the day. Watch the sun go down over Bali from the summit, where there’s a fantastic view across the island. Descend the mountain in the dark, with the provided flashlights to help you.