Ubud, Bali’s artistic and cultural centre, is surrounded by a magical jungle. Here, colourful Balinese festivities are a regular occurrence, and the most stunning temples can be seen anywhere.
The district’s art culture is booming. This is the place to go if you want top-notch souvenirs, including ceramics, silverware, and hand-woven linens.
It’s also Bali’s prime spot for yoga and wellness. You can engage in sound healing sessions, ecstatic dance, meditation, and flow yoga here. A strong lineup of plant-based restaurants, well-known street food establishments, and top-notch restaurants make up the food scene, which is comparable.
There are lots of activities that you can do in Ubud, and best believe it would be a great experience for your visit to Bali. In the previous article, Holiday in Ubud: Best Things to Do and More, we’ve already talked about specific details about what you can do in Ubud. In this article, we simplify it into three things. Here are some of them:
Meet the Monkeys at Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest
Seeing the cheeky Bali monkeys should be significant on your Ubud to-do list, and the Sacred Monkey Forest is probably the most popular spot.
Swing by the famous Ubud Monkey Forest for a fun photo opportunity with the Balinese macaques. There are hundreds of them in this jungle, and they are (mostly) friendly to tourists.
The Monkey Forest Ubud is also home to three temples: the Dalem Agung Padangtegal Temple, the Holy Spring Temple, and the Prajapati Temple.
Temples are important in the spiritual life of the local community, and the monkey and its mythology are important in Balinese art. The Monkey Forest area is revered by the local community, and some parts of it are off-limits to the public. The sacred areas of the temples are closed to all but those who wish to pray and are dressed appropriately for Balinese prayer.
Have a Breathtaking Hike at Campuhan Ridge Walk
The Campuhan Ridge Walk is arguably the most well-known trek in Ubud, and for good reason. The sparse crowds and aesthetically pleasing vistas remind one of why people travel to Bali from all over the world. The trail begins at Ubud’s historical birthplace, the confluence (or Campuhan) of the Wos Rivers.
This walk highlights Ubud’s natural side. The Campuhan Ridge Walk, with its many trees and hills, has the scenery of a jungle or forest rather than rice terraces and fields.
There are rice fields further along the walk near Karsa Kafe, but there are other rice terraces and fields closer to Ubud centre, for example, the Kajeng rice fields walk. There are also more impressive and popular rice terraces, such as Tegalalang or Jatiluwih Rice Terraces (although Tegalalang has changed so much and become much more touristy, not quite the experience it once was).
Soothe Your Soul at Tegunungan Waterfall
There are some waterfalls that soothe your soul in Ubud, but Tegunungan Waterfall is the must-visit among them all. Tegenungan, located only 20 minutes from Ubud centre, offers breathtaking views and is a popular destination for locals, nature lovers, and photographers.
Aside from its incredible beauty, perhaps the best reason to go to Tegunungan is that it’s a great place to swim while surrounded by nature. It’s a lot of fun to paddle around because the water is so clear. There are also lifeguards on duty, so you never have to worry about your safety.
Tegenungan is a wonderful spot to spend 3-4 hours immersed in nature because it is extremely photogenic and a great swimming spot. But be warned: it can get crowded with tourists. If you go early in the morning, you’ll have the waterfall all to yourselves!
