Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall Private Guided Tour

A volcano view hot-springs break in the middle of Ubud. This private day tour mixes Toya Devasya hot springs with Mount Batur lunch views, then strings together Bali classics like the Sacred Monkey Forest and Tegenungan Waterfall.

I love how it’s built for “sit back and ride” comfort: door-to-door pickup in an air-con vehicle and a guide to keep the day moving without you worrying about navigation. The other win is that the scenery has variety, from rainforest monkeys to temple purification to volcanic steam.

One consideration: the itinerary is packed for a long day. Even though the tour is listed at about 10 hours, Bali traffic can make it feel rushed at the edges.

Key Points at a Glance

• Toya Devasya hot springs with panoramic Lake Batur and a volcano backdrop
• Ubud icons in one loop: Monkey Forest, Tegalalang rice terraces, Tirta Empul, Tegenungan Waterfall
• Private, door-to-door service from your hotel with an air-conditioned MPV/mini bus
• Time-saving compared to self-driving in busy Bali routes
• Bring swimwear and grippy shoes for temple steps and waterfall paths
• Plan for extra costs on the day: attraction ticket payments and likely lunch

Door-to-door Seminyak pickup to Ubud highlights: what the schedule really feels like

This is a private tour, so it’s only your group in the vehicle, with a guide-driver team. Meeting point is straightforward: you meet your guide at your hotel lobby, then the tour follows your hotel’s location for pickup and drop-off around South and parts of Central/East Bali.

The timing is listed at about 10 hours, and that sounds reasonable until you remember what Bali traffic is like around Ubud. The stops are mostly scheduled for about 30–60 minutes each, which works if everything runs on time. If a stop runs long, you’ll feel it later. That’s the trade-off for trying to fit a lot of “top hits” into one day.

The upside is stress reduction. You’re not checking roads, guessing parking, or translating signage while driving. You’re paying for a driver, air-con comfort, and a guide to manage the flow.

Toya Devasya hot springs: the volcanic view stop that anchors the day

The tour’s centerpiece is the hot springs at Toya Devasya Resort & Spa. You get a soak with a view that looks toward Lake Batur and the surrounding hills, with that volcanic backdrop that makes Bali feel special even when you’re just sitting in warm water.

Expect this stop to be both scenic and active. The description frames it as a natural healing and water park, with large swimming facilities, so you’re not just standing there taking photos. You’re actually meant to get in and reset.

Practical notes that matter:

• Bring swimming clothes and a spare change, because you’re switching from temple/terrace mode into water mode.
• Wear sunblock. Even in a long day, the outdoor time adds up fast.
• If you get cold easily after water, pack a light layer for the ride back.

One more thing: the hot-springs time is set at about 1 hour. If you want a slower, longer soak, the packed itinerary may make that harder. Still, when the hot springs are the main plan, even an hour can feel like the best part of the day.

Mount Batur buffet time: eating with the volcano and lake in the background

Between Ubud stops, you break for lunch at the Mount Batur viewpoint. The meal is described as a buffet with self-service, and the menu examples include items like spring rolls, nasi goreng, mie goreng, chicken kare, and more.

The important detail for your planning: lunch is listed as an extra personal expense in the pricing notes (about $4 per person), even though the day includes a lunch stop at Mount Batur. So I’d budget for paying for lunch on the day unless your booking clearly confirms it’s included for your group.

Why this stop is worth it:

• The whole point is to eat while the scenery does its job. It turns lunch from fuel into a break.
• It also works as a buffer before you hit more outdoor walking at rice terraces and waterfall stairways.

If you’re watching your appetite, you’ll have an easier time if you eat promptly at the buffet and let the guide know your timing preference. With a full day, “how long we linger” matters.

Sacred Monkey Forest, Tegalalang, and the rice-terrace rhythm: Ubud’s outdoor core

The Ubud portion is built around iconic nature and culture stops, and they follow a logical flow: monkeys and rainforest energy, then terraces, then temple and waterfall.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary (about 1 hour)

This is one of Ubud’s signature attractions, and it’s where you’ll see macaques in their habitat. It’s scheduled for about an hour, which is enough to walk key paths, look around, and get your photos without turning it into a half-day detour.

A tip that keeps the day smooth: keep your phone and camera secured and follow your guide’s directions for where to stand. Monkey encounters can be unpredictable anywhere you have wild animals near humans, so the safest move is to let the guide handle positioning.

Admission is listed as handled with the tour package notes, but since there’s also a day-of attraction ticket payment mentioned in pricing notes, I’d still be ready with small cash or card access for any ticket add-ons.

Tegalalang and the Happy Swing Bali area (rice terraces)

You get a mix of time at the rice terraces and a “swing” experience in the Tegalalang area. The schedule includes:

• Happy Swing Bali (about 1 hour)
• Tegalalang (about 30 minutes), with a simple trekking route to get closer to the rice terraces

The description mentions UNESCO-style heritage framing for the rice terrace area, which is why these stops are so popular. The payoff is the view: you’ll be standing on terraced countryside with a lot of depth and texture, which is hard to replicate anywhere else.

The “swing” stop is fun, but it can also be the type of photo attraction where time can slip. If you’re not doing the swing, you may still spend time waiting for the group or taking photos nearby. If you are doing it, wear something comfortable and secure your phone. You’ll want your hands free once you get on that platform.

Tampaksiring farming views (about 30 minutes)

Tampaksiring is a shorter stop meant for authentic village and farming views. You’ll get a quick photo break and a decent view down the volcano. It’s a nice palate cleanser between big ticket attractions, but it is brief, so don’t expect a long stroll.

Tirta Empul and the Elephant Cave pass-by: temple energy, water, and context

Ubud’s temple stops add a cultural layer that keeps the day from becoming “just scenery.”

Tirta Empul Temple (about 45 minutes)

Tirta Empul is described as a sacred purification temple. The approach is part of the experience: the gate area is framed as the moment you can feel the energy of the site, and inside there are springs connected to purification.

This is a stop where pace matters. You’ll want enough time to walk in, see the spring area, and take in the setting without rushing. With only about 45 minutes, you’ll do best if you don’t over-plan your photos. Let the moment do the work.

Elephant Cave (pass by)

Elephant Cave Temple is mentioned as a pass-by stop in east Ubud. It’s tied to ancient archa or statue references to the Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Since it’s a pass-by, you shouldn’t expect the same depth as a full temple stop, but it’s a useful connection for understanding what’s around you.

If temple visits aren’t your thing, this part may feel like the least satisfying stop. Still, for first-timers, it helps the day feel complete.

Tegenungan Waterfall: the stairs stop that can steal your time

The grand finale on this route is Tegenungan Waterfall, scheduled for about 1 hour. It’s known as a favorite waterfall in Bali, and it’s set along the Petanu River area with green scenery you’ll want to photograph.

One practical reality from the on-the-ground experience: you should be prepared for hills, stairs, and rocky footing. Even if you just want photos and a quick swim, you’ll still want grippy footwear. Water on stone can be slippery, and the walk back up can be tiring after a long day.

Pack like this:

• Wear water-friendly shoes or shoes with grip
• Bring a towel if you don’t want to rely on whatever’s provided at the hot springs
• If you plan to get wet, keep your bag close and protected

A note on timing: if the day runs late due to traffic or a longer stop earlier, you may not have enough time to enjoy the waterfall fully. That’s the most common reason the end of the day feels disappointing for people who want a long linger.

Price and logistics: where the real value shows up

The listed price is $18.12 per person for the private tour. That’s the part that makes this attractive, especially if you’re comparing it to the cost of a full-day private car plus a guide.

Here’s the value breakdown based on what’s included:

• Pick-up and drop-off across South Bali and parts of Central/East Bali
• Air-conditioned MPV/mini bus transport
• A friendly guide-driver team and mineral water
• Insurance
• Mobile ticket
• Entrance ticket coverage is described in the included section, but there’s also a note about special private guided purchase ticket entrance around $18 per person for attractions on travel date

That last point is the one you should manage before you go. Pricing on Bali tours can be structured in a way where some attractions are “in the package” while other entrances are paid day-of. To avoid surprises, confirm what your booking includes, and assume you may pay around $18 per person for attraction entries.

Lunch is also flagged as a personal expense (about $4 per person), even though there’s a lunch stop timed during the Mount Batur portion. So I treat this tour as a “transport + guiding + top sights” deal, not a guaranteed all-food-all-tickets bundle.

Quick budget reality check

If you pay the day-of attraction ticket amount and add lunch, you’re closer to the low $30s to $40-ish per person for a full day. For a private driver, multiple major sites, and hot springs with a volcano view, that can still be good value. But only if you’re okay with a long itinerary and you pack for a long day.

Tips to get the best day out of a long route

This tour works best when you treat it like a full-day sampler: lots of stops, short bursts of time, and one big reset at the hot springs.

What helps immediately:

• Start with swimwear ready for Toya Devasya.
• Bring sun protection. You’ll be outside for Monkey Forest, terraces, and Tegenungan.
• Wear grippy shoes for the waterfall approach.
• Keep a flexible mindset. If you choose a slower pace at one stop, the later ones may compress.

Also, bring a small buffer for decision-making. The tour is private, and some guides can adjust the exact pace if weather changes or if someone needs a slower moment. But there’s a hard limit: traffic and the day’s time slots still exist.

If you’re picky about one specific experience—like having plenty of time at Tegenungan—then I’d recommend using this only if you’re comfortable with a schedule that’s designed to hit many highlights.

Should you book the Ubud Hot Springs and Waterfall private guided tour?

Book it if you want a private, door-to-door Bali day that combines volcanic hot springs with major Ubud sights and you don’t want to self-drive. It’s a strong fit for first-timers, couples, and anyone who likes variety: monkeys, terraces, temples, and then a waterfall to end the day.

Skip or reconsider if you hate long days, want lots of downtime, or plan to spend extended time at the waterfall and hot springs. The route is set up to move from stop to stop, and traffic can squeeze the edges.

If your top priority is one signature moment—like a hot-springs soak with a view—this tour’s format still makes sense because that’s the anchor stop. Just go in knowing the rest of the day is a “see it all” sprint, not a slow stroll.

FAQ

What are the main stops on this private tour?

You’ll visit Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, the Tegalalang rice terrace area including Happy Swing Bali, Tampaksiring, a Mount Batur lunch stop, Batur Natural Hot Spring at Toya Devasya, Tirta Empul Temple, a pass-by of Elephant Cave Temple, and end at Tegenungan Waterfall.

How long is the tour?

It’s listed at about 10 hours, with door-to-door travel time based on where your hotel is located.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are included across South Bali and parts of Central and East Bali.

Does the tour include entrance tickets?

Entrance tickets are described as included in the all-inclusive private tour package, but there’s also a note that you may pay about $18 per person for attraction tickets on your travel date. Confirm what your booking covers.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is scheduled at the Mount Batur stop, but lunch is also noted as an additional personal expense (around $4 per person). Plan for that cost.

What should I wear and bring?

Bring swimming clothes, sunblock, money, a camera, sandals, and spare clothing. For comfort, also bring shoes with good grip for the waterfall area.

Is this a private tour or a shared group?

This is private. Only your group participates.

What transportation do we use?

You’ll ride in an air-conditioned MPV or mini bus.

Are there any extra charges or add-ons?

Attraction entrance fees may be paid on the day (noted around $18 per person), and lunch may cost extra (noted around $4 per person).

Can I cancel for free?

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

Is wifi available during the tour?

Wifi availability is not guaranteed. In some cases, you may be able to use a car hotspot if you ask the driver, but you shouldn’t rely on it.