Batukaru Temple (Pura Luhur Batukaru) Tours and Tickets

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The entrance fee for Batukaru Temple is 40,000 rupiah, which includes the use of a sarong and sash. Many travelers visit the temple on guided tours, with prices starting from around US$40. Most excursions visit other sites, such as the Jatiluwih rice fields, or include additional activities, like a hike in the Mt. Batukaru jungle.

Batukaru Temple’s main attractions are its serene jungle setting and its cultural importance. First founded in the 11th century, it was the state temple of the Tabanan kingdom. Tours show you the soaring gateway, the tiered, thatched meru shrines, and the sacred spring where worshippers purify themselves.

As with all Balinese temples, Batukaru Temple requires modest dress. Wear a top that covers your shoulders and upper arms; attendants at the ticket desk provide a sarong and sash and tie them for you. Please note that individuals who are menstruating are not permitted within the temple grounds.

Yes, there are restrooms at Batukaru Temple—there’s a small charge to use them, so bring small rupiah bills. You can buy drinks, snacks, and souvenirs at stalls near the entrance. Many tours continue to Jatiluwih for a sit-down lunch, offering views of the rice fields.

No, Batukaru Temple is not accessible to travelers who use wheelchairs. As is common with Balinese temples, steps lead up to the main gate, and these do not have a handrail. Anyone with mobility issues may find both Batukaru and Jatiluwih challenging due to the hilly terrain.