Bali · TOUR REVIEWS
Ten days or a fortnight, the problem is the same: one small island, three hours of traffic between the good bits, and a list that will not fit. The 15 below are the days that earn the slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.
Review of the $100 Ubud private tour, with rice terraces, temples, monkeys, waterfall, lunch, swing, transport, and practical booking advice.
“Amazing tour! Amazing tour guide! Our tour guide Prayoga was INCREDIBLE!! Very knowledgeable and super friendly. He spoke very good English and was very kind! Learned a lot from this tour and took us to great spots. We got some of the best pictures from our trip ! Thank you so much!!!”
Review the $56 Ubud private tour covering monkeys, rice terraces, temple rituals, a jungle swing, waterfall, market, and palace.
“Hendra was the best guide and photographer for my tour. It was a private tour and he knew the best routes and things to do. We did everything on the itinerary and we both had a blast. I out all my trust in him.....even at the Monkey Forest!! Can't wait to come back and I will want him as my guide again.”
Review of Ubud’s private 10-hour tour with monkeys, jungle swing, rice terraces, waterfall, Tirta Empul, transport, and local guidance.
“Komang was an excellent guide and driver. His English was very good and he explained everything. He had cold water for us all day. A+ tour”
Swim with manta rays, snorkel four Nusa Penida sites, enjoy an infinity-pool lunch, and visit Kelingking Cliff on a full Bali day trip.
“Unfortunately this trip was not great. Firstly, the positives - nice boat, lots of cold water and fruit, good equipment provided and the office had showers and toilets at the end for our use. The staff were kind and tried to assist. They also took photos on a gopro for us and we saRead more”
See Ubud’s temples, waterfall, rice terraces, monkey forest, market, and palace on a flexible private day tour from Bali hotels.
“The guide was actually a driver that should not be taking women around. His views about men being primary earners was discussed for hours and he mocked women on the street. Several times he discouraged us from making planned stops so he could finish his day earlier. He did not take us to the monkey forest and instead took us to a monkey river so he could get done. I would definitely not recommend this tour.”
Watch a graceful 90-minute Legong dance at Ubud Palace, with ornate costumes, gamelan music, royal stories, and excellent $6 value.
“Great show, unique. Came late but got great seats on stage.”
Watch Uluwatu’s sunset Kecak Dance, explore the cliff-top temple, and enjoy a seafood dinner on Jimbaran Beach with hotel transfers.
“Great experiences. Dance was very exciting and interesting. The only downside was the benches in the theater. The temple was very interesting and we got to see a monkey steal a man’s glasses from his face.”
Review of Bali’s private North Bali tour to Ulun Danu, Banyumala Waterfalls, Jatiluwih, and Tanah Lot, with tips on timing and value.
“Gusti was an awesome guide! Historically & culturally knowledgeable having been born & raised in Bali. He's speaks very good English, which made understanding what he said easy; it also helped him enjoy our sense of humor, which made it a fun day for ALL of us. On top of all that, he a very good photographer... always positioning us to enable capturing us and the sights we visited. Highly, highly recommend Gusti.”
Review of Ubud Traditional Spa’s $21 Balinese body massage, with oil and pressure choices, refreshments, shower facilities, and Ubud transfers.
“Ive never had a massage before, and this was an amazing first experience for me. I felt very comfortable, and throughout the massage we were covered with a sarong when necessary. Our masseuses, Putri and Asih, were super nice and catered to our needs. They would always ask us if they were going too hard, and would focus on spots where they could feel knots.”
Review of Nusa Penida’s 12-hour private day trip from Ubud, with fast boats, four famous sights, lunch, hotel transfers, and practical advice.
“First, the pick up driver from my hotel did not tell me he was sick until after we were in the car for five minutes and he put on his mask After coughing profusely. Then when we got to the Harbor waited 45 minutes to get on a boat that was packed tight As sardines. You couldn’t even move your knees without touching the seat in front of you. There is absolutely no way to get out of this boat alive if anything goes wrong. Safety was out the window. After 45 minute boat ride, we arrived in Nusa Penida. We met our driver for the tour on the island.…”
See Bali’s temples, crafts, rice terraces, volcano views, waterfalls, and Ubud highlights on a private all-inclusive day tour.
“Our guide Soumo and driver Gaday were awesome. Picked us up on time for our private Bali tour. Very informed on everything Indonesia. The stops were interesting and informative. Everyone along the way were very kind. Beautiful country scenery as well. Would highly recommend these guides. No worries and a safe driver on the crazy streets!!!”
Review of Bali’s three-waterfall tour from Ubud, with private transport, lunch, photo stops, swimming, and optional snorkeling or rice terraces.
“It was a great experience, alot of walking but the waterfalls made it worth it, and the weather was great too, and the place for lunch was great! The driver, Ma-de, was really friendly and made us enjoy the trip more!!”
Review of Bali’s private Instagram tour, with Lempuyang Temple, Tirta Gangga, waterfalls, rice terraces, lunch, Wi-Fi, and tips.
“They have to be aware of long sometimes bumpy ride. This tour is good for people that like to take home breathtaking photos. But the technique of the assigned photographers are somewhat questionable.. Our tour director, Sugara is punctual, patient, polite and knowledgeable. We had a great time.”
See Ubud’s Kecak and Fire Dance, where chanting voices, Ramayana drama, costumes, and flames create a memorable one-hour cultural show.
“Beautiful experience and story! Loved when they did the fire!!🌸🌷 definitely a must see!”
Review of Bali’s 10-hour private temple and rice terrace tour, with Ulun Danu, Jatiluwih, Batukaru, Tanah Lot, transport, and value tips.
“I hired this private tour with the driver Wayan and it was amazing! I learned so much from him about Balinese culture. I definitely recommend this tour if you really want to discover deeply the island. The temples and the rice fields, World Heritage, will not disappoint you. The itinerary is perfect, well-designed, with enough time to enjoy everything.”
Choose the water, the valley or the cliff.
