Ubud can be a lot in one day. Utterly Ubud is a 10-hour sampler that stacks the big icons—rice terraces, monkeys, dance, coffee, and a waterfall—so you get a tight feel for the area fast. I like the pacing here: each stop is long enough to actually enjoy it, not just snap and rush.

Two things I especially like: the Sacred Monkey Forest time (it’s a real sanctuary, not a quick roadside photo stop) and the included lunch. Both make the day feel human-sized instead of a checklist.

One thing to think about: it’s a full day with several active stretches—especially the waterfall hike—so bring swimwear and a towel if you want the optional water time.

Key points to know before you go

• Big Ubud hits in one day, so it’s great for short stays
• Admission tickets included for each main stop, plus bottled water
• Coffee plantation tasting with complimentary coffees and teas
• Tegenungan waterfall includes a short hike, with optional swimming
• Private for your group and run with pickup offered
• 2% of each tour supports an environmental action initiative

A Full-Day Ubud Plan That Makes Sense

If you only have a day or two in Ubud, this tour solves a common problem: where do you even start? Instead of picking one attraction and crossing your fingers you’ll still see everything else, you get a structured route with enough time at each stop to feel satisfied.

This is also the kind of day that works well for first-timers. You’ll hit the classic rice views at Tegalalang, then switch gears to culture with the Barong & Kris performance, then finish with the animal-world energy of the Sacred Monkey Forest. It’s a full-spectrum Ubud crash course.

Who this day tour fits best

You’ll likely love Utterly Ubud if you:

• want a one-day overview of Ubud’s main sights
• prefer an organized route with admissions handled
• like learning as you go, from coffee to dance to local food

Tegalalang Rice Terrace: Starting With the Most Famous Views

The day begins at the Tegalalang Rice Terrace, one of Bali’s most recognizable scenes. You get about 2 hours there, and that time matters. Rice terraces aren’t something you understand in five minutes. Slow down, look at how the fields stack and drain, and enjoy the change in light as you move around.

This stop is also a good “temperature check.” Early in the day, you’re still fresh, so you can fully take in the walking and viewpoint searching without feeling rushed.

Practical note: this is included admission, so you’re not spending the first hour figuring out ticket lines.

Luwak Coffee Plantation Tour: Tasting Your Way Through Coffee Culture

Next up is the Luwak Coffee Bali Plantation stop. You’ll get about 1 hour with a guided tour, then a tasting setup: you’ll have a complimentary assortment of coffees and teas, and you can purchase what you like afterward.

This part of the day is valuable even if you don’t consider yourself a coffee person. Coffee plantations are one of the few places where you can ask basic questions—how the crop is grown, how different drinks are prepared—without needing a PhD or special background.

How to approach the tasting

The best strategy is simple: treat it like a guided sampling, not a quiz. Ask questions during the tour, then taste with curiosity. If you love something, you’ll have the chance to buy. If you’re lukewarm, you still leave with more context than you started with.

Tip from the tone of past guests: guides like Dika have been praised for keeping the experience smooth and informative, which helps a tasting stop feel like more than just a sales table.

Tegenungan Waterfall: A Short Hike With a Big Reward

Then you head to Tegenungan Waterfall. This is a shorter hike—still active enough to feel it, but not described as a marathon—and you’ll have about 1 hour total here.

The big draw is the option to cool off in the water. The tour specifically calls out that you should bring a bathing suit and towel if you want to swim. If you skip the swim gear, you can still enjoy the waterfall views, but you’ll lose one of the most fun payoff moments.

What makes this stop work in the full-day plan

Plenty of tours cram in sights with no relief. This one breaks that up with a nature stop that changes your pace. After terraces, coffee, and dance prep, the waterfall gives you a reset—movement, fresh air, and a place where the day stops feeling like a schedule.

Barong & Kris Dance: Where Ubud Culture Gets Real

Next comes the performance: Barong & Kris Dance. You’ll have about 1 hour, and this is one of Bali’s iconic dance-dramas, so you’re not seeing some random local show. This is the kind of cultural performance that helps explain what you’ve been looking at all day—ritual, storytelling, and symbolism, presented through performance.

What to watch for

Even if you don’t know the storyline, you’ll get value from how the dance is staged and how it builds tension through movement. Think of it as cultural context you can feel. After seeing it, the rest of your Ubud day—monkey forest, temple-adjacent atmosphere, rice terrace life—can start to connect in your mind.

Also, admission is included, so you won’t spend time negotiating entry or hunting down tickets.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: Friendly Monkeys and Real Atmosphere

The final stretch is the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, and you get a longer stop here: about 2 hours. This isn’t framed as a quick viewing platform. It’s described as an immersive cultural sanctuary where humans and animals co-exist, which is exactly why it takes time.

Why this stop gets strong reactions

In the stories from past guests, the monkeys have been described as very friendly, including moments like posing for a selfie and the fun of seeing how quickly the encounter becomes part of your day. You should expect playful energy here.

At the same time, it’s still a sanctuary. The experience is strongest when you treat it like a place with living inhabitants, not just a backdrop.

The Food, Water, and Overall Pacing (10 Hours Without Feeling Lost)

Utterly Ubud is designed to run for about 10 hours, and the timing shows it’s built like a real day, not a half-day scam.

What helps:

• Bottled water is included, so you’re not scrambling after the second stop.
• Lunch is included: traditional Balinese food.
• Each attraction has a clear time block, with the longest visits at the terraces and monkey forest.

Why that matters for value

A lot of tours look similar on paper but fail in the practical stuff: no water, no meal, admissions extra, and sudden “free time” that eats your day. Here, the core items that usually inflate costs—admissions and lunch—are handled up front.

Price and Value: Is $148.99 a Good Deal?

The price is $148.99 per person, which is a serious chunk of your Bali budget. So here’s how to judge it fairly.

This tour’s value comes from what’s bundled:

• admission tickets included for Tegalalang, the coffee plantation, Tegenungan Waterfall, Barong & Kris, and the Sacred Monkey Forest
• lunch (traditional Balinese food)
• bottled water
• a full-day structure with pickup offered
• mobile ticket convenience
• and it’s private for your group, not a random shared scramble

So even if you’d be willing to pay for only two or three of these spots, you can compare that against the cost of buying admissions plus arranging your own transport between them. The “worth it” factor is highest if you’re short on time and don’t want to spend your one good day coordinating.

Also, 2% of each tour goes toward an environmental action initiative. That won’t replace your impact as a traveler, but it’s a real line item, and it’s nice to see it attached to the experience.

Pickup, Mobile Tickets, and Private-Group Comfort

You’ll get pickup offered, and the tour is set up so only your group will participate. That “private” detail matters more than most people expect. It means your guide can adjust the tempo a bit to your group, instead of constantly syncing with strangers who want to go faster or slower.

Then there’s the practical stuff:

• you get a mobile ticket
• there are group discounts, which can make a difference if you’re traveling with friends or family
• the day runs 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, giving you options depending on when your Bali schedule needs the day tour

One more angle: a private day tour can be a relief for solo travelers. In one solo experience, the guide Dayna shared tips on where to eat afterward, including suckling pork, and even helped negotiate wood carvings. That kind of local handholding is hard to replicate when you’re doing everything on your own.

What to Pack for Utterly Ubud

You don’t need an expedition kit, but you do want to be ready for real-world Ubud.

Bring:

• bathing suit and towel if you want to swim at the waterfall
• comfortable shoes for walking at terraces and during the hike
• sun protection, since multiple stops involve outdoor viewing

If you’re sensitive to crowds or animals, go in with the right mindset for the monkey forest: playful monkeys can make the experience feel lively fast.

Should You Book Utterly Ubud?

Book Utterly Ubud if you want one day that meaningfully checks a lot of boxes: rice terraces, monkeys, coffee tasting, a waterfall break, and a Barong performance—with admissions and lunch already included. It’s especially strong for short stays or for anyone who doesn’t want to spend their precious time stitching together logistics.

Skip it (or consider another option) if you hate long days, dislike hikes even when they’re short, or only want to focus on one theme in depth. This tour is built for range, not slow travel.

If you do book, set your expectations like this: it’s a structured sampler. You’ll leave with the feeling that you truly touched multiple sides of Ubud—views, culture, animals, and local food—without spending your trip trapped in planning.

FAQ

How long is the Utterly Ubud tour?

The tour is approximately 10 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

It’s $148.99 per person.

What stops are included?

You’ll visit Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Luwak Coffee Bali Plantation, Tegenungan Waterfall, Barong & Kris Dance, and the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary.

Are admission tickets included?

Yes. Admission tickets are included for each listed stop.

Is lunch included?

Yes. The tour includes traditional Balinese food for lunch.

Is bottled water provided?

Yes, bottled water is included.

Is pickup offered?

Yes, pickup is offered.

Is this tour private?

Yes. It’s private, and only your group will participate.

Do I need a bathing suit for the waterfall?

If you want to cool off in the water at Tegenungan Waterfall, bring a bathing suit and towel.

How does the environmental contribution work?

2% of each tour goes toward an environmental action initiative to support positive environmental change and a more sustainable Earth.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.