Explore the stunning agricultural landscapes of Bali with guided tours to the Tegallalang Rice Terrace. Choose from a variety of experiences, including electric bike rides, ATV adventures, and private day trips that also visit nearby waterfalls and temples.
Free Cancellation Explore Ubud’s villages and Tegallalang's UNESCO rice terraces by electric bike with a local guide and lunch included.
Free Cancellation A private day trip to the Tegallalang rice terraces, Tirta Empul water temple, and two jungle waterfalls.
Free Cancellation Explore Ubud’s sacred temples, rice terraces, and waterfalls with a private guide skilled in mobile photography.
Free Cancellation Explore Ubud's rural landscapes, from traditional family compounds and rice terraces to holy springs and waterfalls.
Free Cancellation A 10-hour private tour through the Pacung rice terraces and Mt. Batukaru, ending with sunset at Tanah Lot Temple.
Free Cancellation Raft through Ubud's river rapids, walk the scenic rice terraces, and ride a jungle swing on this active day trip.
Free Cancellation Discover Ubud’s iconic rice terraces, monkey forests, and waterfalls on a flexible private tour with a local guide.
Free Cancellation Ride an ATV through Balinese jungles, soar over the forest on a swing, and explore the Tegalalang rice terraces.
Read what travelers share about their experience visiting Tegallalang Rice Terrace — from practical tips to personal highlights.
A tour to Tegallalang Rice Terrace offers a firsthand look at Bali's stunning agricultural landscapes and ancient traditions. You'll have the chance to hike down into the lush valley, learn about the island's unique irrigation methods, and take in some of the most photogenic viewpoints in Southeast Asia.
Hike the narrow, winding dirt paths that connect the three main levels of the valley. The trek involves steep ascents and descents, giving you a true sense of the terraces' immense scale.
See the 8th-century UNESCO-recognized irrigation channels in action. Water flows through bamboo pipes and carved canals, perfectly distributing resources across the hillside.
Many tours include time to ride the famous jungle swings. You'll soar high above the palm trees and emerald paddies, offering an incredible adrenaline rush and photo opportunity.
Interact with local farmers who have maintained these fields for generations. You might catch them demonstrating traditional planting or harvesting techniques.
After a hot trek, relax at valley-edge spots like Tis Cafe or Cretya Ubud. These venues offer cold drinks and infinity pools overlooking the entire terrace complex.
Most full-day tours combine the rice terraces with nearby cultural heavyweights, such as the sacred water temple of Tirta Empul or the Ubud Monkey Forest.
Planning your trip to Tegallalang is straightforward, but keeping a few practical details in mind will help you choose the right tour and avoid surprises on the day.
You can choose from private car tours that hit multiple Ubud highlights, active e-bike excursions through the countryside, or adventure combos that pair the terraces with white water rafting or ATV rides.
While many all-inclusive tours cover the 25,000 IDR entry fee, budget tours might not. Always bring small cash (10,000–20,000 IDR notes) to pay for entry and to leave customary donations when crossing private farmer bridges.
If riding the Bali Swing is a priority, look for a tour that explicitly includes the ticket. Otherwise, you can easily pay out of pocket during your free time, which typically costs between 150,000 and 350,000 IDR.
The valley paths are steep, narrow, and lack handrails, involving a 1,000 ft elevation change. Wheelchair users or those with limited mobility should book private tours that allow for flexible stops at the flat roadside viewpoints.
Book a tour that arrives early, ideally between 07:00 AM and 09:00 AM. This helps you beat the intense midday heat and avoid the large tour buses that flood the area after 10:00 AM.
There is no dress code for the rice terraces themselves. However, since most tours also visit nearby temples like Tirta Empul, you will need a sarong. Many drivers provide these, but it's good to check beforehand.
The terraces are best visited in March, April, September, or October. If you book during the rainy season (November to February), the clay paths become extremely slippery, so sturdy shoes are an absolute must.
Most guided tours offer a flexible cancellation policy. You can typically get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled departure time, giving you peace of mind if the weather looks bad.
| E-Bike Countryside Tour | Private Cultural Highlights | Adventure Combo (ATV/Rafting) | Ubud Highlights Group Tour | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 3 hours | 8-10 hours | 8 hours | 7 hours |
| Best For | Active travelers | First-time visitors | Thrill-seekers | Budget travelers |
| Includes | E-bike, helmet, lunch, guide | Private car, guide, temple stops | Equipment, lunch, swing ticket | Transport, guide, entrance fees |
| Price From | $30 | $22 | $65 | $40 |
Tegallalang Rice Terrace is open daily from 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM.
For the best experience, arrive right at 07:00 AM. You will catch the spectacular 'golden hour' as the sun rises and filters through the palm trees, creating a misty, magical atmosphere in the valley. Arriving early also means you avoid the intense midday heat and the large crowds that typically arrive on tour buses after 10:00 AM.
The terraces are located in Tegallalang village, about 9 km north of Ubud Center.
The rice terraces change color depending on the agricultural cycle. They are not always perfectly green!
Best Months: March, April, September, and October. This is when the rice is at its greenest, just before the harvest.
Months to Avoid: November through February is the rainy season. Heavy rains turn the steep dirt paths into slick mud, making trekking into the valley quite dangerous.
You may also see the terraces looking golden-brown right before harvest, or completely bare and muddy during the replanting phases.
Accessibility inside the valley is very limited. The descent involves a 1,000 ft elevation change via steep, uneven stone steps and narrow dirt paths with no safety handrails.
Wheelchair Users: Trekking is not possible. However, wheelchair users can still enjoy excellent panoramic views from the flat roadside sidewalks or the accessible viewpoint at the Abian Desa area.
Elderly & Children: The trek is challenging for anyone with mobility issues. Toddlers can visit but require close supervision or a carrier due to steep drops between the terrace levels.
The infrastructure around Tegallalang has grown significantly to accommodate visitors.
While Tegallalang is a major tourist attraction, it remains a working agricultural site governed by the ancient subak system.
It depends on the specific tour you book. All-inclusive private tours usually cover the 25,000 IDR entrance fee, while budget or customizable tours may require you to pay it in cash upon arrival.
Yes, bringing cash is essential. The main entrance, local donation points, and many small vendors only accept Indonesian Rupiah. You should bring small 10,000 and 20,000 IDR notes for farmer donations along the trek.
Some adventure tours explicitly include a jungle swing ticket in their itinerary. If yours doesn't, you will usually have enough free time to pay for a ride on-site, which costs between 150,000 and 350,000 IDR.
The trek requires a moderate level of fitness. You will be navigating a 1,000 ft elevation change on narrow, uneven dirt paths without safety handrails, which can be exhausting in the heat.
Wear light, breathable clothing and sturdy walking shoes with good grip, as the clay paths get very slick. Unlike temple visits, there is no requirement to wear a sarong or cover your shoulders at the terraces.
Tours usually run rain or shine. However, if it has rained heavily, the lower valley paths become dangerously muddy and impassable. In that case, your guide will likely have you view the terraces from the paved ridge.
No. While they are famously emerald green in March, April, September, and October, they turn golden-brown right before the harvest. During replanting phases, the paddies can look bare and muddy.
Yes, drones are permitted at Tegallalang without any special advance permits. Visitors are just asked to fly them respectfully and keep a safe distance from other tourists and the swings.
Yes, many full-day private tours offer pickup from South Bali. Just keep in mind that traffic can be unpredictable, and the 40 km drive to Ubud can take 1.5 to 2 hours each way.
Yes, but with caution. Toddlers and young children will need to be carried or closely supervised, as the paths are very narrow with steep drops into the muddy paddies below.
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