Bali travel guide — beaches, food, culture, and where to stay across the island
Bali · PRIVATE
High season eats availability fast. Below: the 15 private tours to lock in early, what each includes and how they differ.
Private Ubud tour: Monkey Forest, rice terraces, Tirta Empul and waterfall, plus lunch and swing, with pickup and photo help.
“Our driver Indra was absolutely fantastic! He took all of our photos, offered water, cooling towels, and organised all the tickets for entrance for us. We simply had to show up and have an amazing time! 10/10 would recommend this activity”
Speedboat to Nusa Penida for 4 snorkeling stops and a manta swim, plus a Kelingking land tour and poolside lunch in Bali.
“This was an incredible tour. The office had free coffee and comfortable seating to wait for the start of the tour. The boat was very nice and clean, and had plenty of space for our group. No one had issues with their snorkeling equipment, and we saw so many turtles, tropic”
A private 8–9 hour Ubud day tour with Celuk crafts, Batuan temple carvings, Tegenungan waterfall, Tegalalang rice terraces, and Monkey Forest.
“Very interesting experience where you can see the ubud sightseeing and the food of local Bali cuisine. Ardi is a friendly guide too”
A private Bali photo day that hits Lempuyang, Tirta Gangga, Tukad Cepung, swings, and Tegalalang. Wi-Fi, lunch, tickets included.
“Wayne was AMAZING!!! I’m so happy I did this tour. I’ve been recommending this tour to everyone who asks about my trip. 10/10”
Private 10-hour Bali day from Ubud with an English-speaking chauffeur. Customize temples, waterfalls, rice terraces, plus pickup included.
“On time and very professional. I'd use them again. It was much cheaper than the hotel and worked well.”
Private Bali day trip with an English driver from Seminyak. Set your route, skip taxi stress, and enjoy AC comfort for 10–11 hours.
“Swandi is EXCELLENT! I booked for 2nd day. He was amazing! Highly recommend to book this private driving service”
Fast-boat day trip from Bali to West Nusa Penida for Kelingking, Broken Beach, Angel’s Billabong, and Crystal Bay with lunch.
“Nusa Penida offers a different perspective on Bali life. A picturesque but very underdeveloped island with spectacular scenery and very little infrastructure. Our guides were attentive, knowledgeable, proud locals who took care of our every need all day. A lovely experience”
Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance evening tour from Jimbaran with hotel pickup, sunset cliffs, optional seafood dinner, and private seats.
“I had a great time, we stopped for coffee and tea tasting and then had the temple tour where out tour guide Lagawa told us both the story of the temple and the fire dance. He took us to the fire tour and even offered to let us get the seafood dinner even though it was pass time. I also got so many great photos thanks to Lagawa. This was a great tour!”
Private Nusa Penida snorkeling with Manta Bay and more. Pickup, lunch, gear, GoPro photos, Wi‑Fi. 8-12 hours.
“Fantastic day exploring Nusa Pineda, snorkelling with manta rays and turtles exploring beautiful beaches and a delicious lunch. Absolutely magical 🙌💕”
Private Ubud day tour with rice terraces, temples, a waterfall, monkeys, plus optional lunch and jungle swing. Hotel pickup included.
“Great experience. Saw a lot. Lots of stairs so if you have bad knees dont do this tour. Ekok was very hospitable. Answered all our questions.”
Private Ubud highlights: Monkey Forest, Tirta Empul, Tegalalang rice terraces, Tegenungan waterfall, and Goa Gajah with a private guide.
“Our guide, Tirta, was excellent. He was knowledgeable, personable, and exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend him for future travelers. He is truly an asset to Viator.”
Private Ubud tour with pickup, Wi-Fi, and optional all-inclusive lunch/entrance fees covering Monkey Forest, rice terraces, Tirta Empul, a waterfall, and coffee.
“The day was amazing we had a brilliant tour guide Eddie who was very confident and steady on the roads as Bali roads are not for the feint hearted. He made us feel safe. He was very knowledgeable about the places we visited and didn’t ru”
Sunrise trek up Mount Batur from Ubud with a Balinese guide, summit breakfast, crater views, and a coffee plantation stop.
“Excellent hike and amazing sunrise..Yarika (our driver) and Made (our guide were amazing, very knowledgeable and great to make conversations with. A must if you are in Ubud for few days.”
Private Mt. Batur sunrise trek with hot drinks, crater breakfast, and AC hotel transfers from Ubud or south Bali. Set your pace.
“It was an amazing experience !! It was cloudy on top but the overall experience was all worth it !! Walking up the uphill in the darkness of night was awsum !!! I am a person with very moderate fitness, hence took little longer than others but ov”
Premium private yacht snorkeling from Bali to Nusa Penida, with manta rays, turtles, all-inclusive lunch, and onboard photo/video from a pro crew.
“Manta rays, turtles, beautiful fish and corals. Great big boat and amazing views. Professional crew who took care of our safety. Our guide Olog was great.”
