Ubud Honeymoon: 10 Romantic Things To Do

Planning your Ubud honeymoon? This guide shares 10 romantic things to do in and around Ubud and how to turn them into a simple, stress-free honeymoon itinerary.

Last verified: 23 November 2025 (WITA). Some programs are seasonal, so always reconfirm availability before you book.

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Quick answers

• Best time for photos: 6.30–8 am or late afternoon.
• Campuhan Ridge Walk starting point: Near Gunung Lebah Temple, on a paved, easy path.
• Monkey Forest opening hours: 9 am–6 pm, last entry 5 pm; e-tickets available.
• Ayung rafting for first-timers: Usually class II–III; always confirm with your operator.
• Ayung riverside candlelight dinner: Swept Away at The Samaya Ubud, booking required.
• Suggested stay for this Ubud honeymoon plan: 1–2 full days (2–3 nights) for relaxed highlights.

Who this Ubud honeymoon guide is for

Above all, this Ubud honeymoon guide is for couples planning a Bali honeymoon who want to see how Ubud fits into the trip.

• You prefer photos, light adventures, spa time, slow walks, and scenic dinners rather than intense nightlife or extreme sports.
• You want a simple 1–2 day Ubud plan with a driver or organised day so you don’t waste energy on traffic and logistics.

10 best honeymoon activities in Ubud

Ubud brings together romantic scenery, activities, and dining. Hence, it suits couples planning an Ubud honeymoon or looking for romantic things to do in Ubud.

To narrow your shortlist quickly:

• For photo-style moments: start with Bali Swing, Campuhan Ridge, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace.
• For light adventure: look at Ayung rafting and cycling in the villages.
• For a relaxing time, focus on the candlelight dinner, a couple’s spa, Monkey Forest, and the Kamandalu boat lunch.

These 10 activities form a practical Ubud highlight reel for honeymoon couples.

1. Tandem Bali Swing in Bongkasa: romantic photos over the valley

Bali Swing in Bongkasa is for couples who want honeymoon photos with a green valley and river backdrop.

The tandem swing seats you side by side, so it feels playful without being extreme. Also, you can book a Bali Swing Bongkasa package that already includes hotel transport.

Quick info

• Location: Bali Swing Bongkasa (check on Google Maps).
• Best time: Morning or late afternoon for softer light.
• Duration: Around 2–3 hours, including photos.
• Notes: Packages usually include several swing types and photo spots. You can also double-check current offers on the Real Bali Swing Bongkasa website.

2. Candlelight dinner by the Ayung River

Swept Away, the riverside restaurant at The Samaya Ubud, offers candlelight dinners beside the Ayung River.

Tables sit close to the water with candles and soft lighting for a quiet, romantic evening.

Quick info

• Location: Swept Away at The Samaya Ubud (see Google Maps).
• Best time: Arrive late afternoon, leave after dark.
• Duration: Around 2–3 hours.
• Notes: Reservations are essential. Check current dinner packages, set menus, and prices on the official Samaya Swept Away website.

3. Campuhan Ridge Walk: easy green-morning walk

Campuhan Ridge Walk is a simple paved trail with valleys on both sides.

Go early for cooler air, soft light, and quiet views. You can stop for photos at open viewpoints before you head back toward central Ubud.

Quick info

• Location: Search for “Bukit Campuhan” or “Campuhan Ridge Walk” on Google Maps.
• Best time: 6.30–8 am or late afternoon, before about 4 pm.
• Duration: Around 1–2 hours of easy walking.
• Notes: Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Shade on the ridge is limited.

4. Couple’s spa in Ubud

A couple’s spa treatment is an easy way to add a relaxed mood to your honeymoon.

Ubud offers everything from local spas to luxury resorts. Packages often include a Balinese massage, body scrub, and flower bath so you can recover after a day of walking or touring.

Quick info

• Location: Spas across Ubud, including hotel and villa spas.
• Best time: Late morning, afternoon, or early evening after outdoor activities.
• Duration: Around 1–2 hours per treatment.
• Notes: For popular spas, book ahead and ask about honeymoon or couple packages.

5. Slow walk in the Ubud Monkey Forest

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary has shaded paths, temples, and stone bridges.

It suits couples who enjoy a mix of nature, animals, and Balinese culture, with strolls under the trees and monkey-watching from a safe distance. Moreover, there are good photo spots on the bridge or near the mossy temple walls.

Quick info

• Location: Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud.
• Best time: Around 9–11 am or mid-afternoon, around 3 pm.
• Duration: Around 1–2 hours.
• Notes: Do not feed the monkeys. Keep sunglasses, loose jewellery, hats, and small items inside your bag. For current ticket details, see our Ubud Monkey Forest ticket guide.

6. Tegalalang Rice Terrace: classic honeymoon photos

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is famous for its layered rice fields close to central Ubud, ideal for honeymoon photos with a classic Bali backdrop.

You can walk simple paths between the terraces or sit in a café overlooking the fields.

Quick info

• Location: Tegalalang Rice Terrace, north of Ubud.
• Best time: Around 8–10 am or 3–5 pm for softer light and more comfortable temperatures.
• Duration: Around 1–2 hours.
• Notes: For the latest tickets and detailed guide, see Tegalalang Rice Terrace entrance fee and visitor tips.

7. Ayung River rafting: a light adventure for couples

Ayung River rafting adds a light adventure without needing previous rafting experience.

You paddle along a stretch of river with green cliffs, small waterfalls, and stone carvings.

The beginner-friendly rapids usually stay comfortable for first-timers. To keep things simple, you can book Ayung rafting packages with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Ubud.

Quick info

• Location: Various operators along the Ayung River near Ubud.
• Best time: Morning, when it is cooler and often less crowded.
• Duration: About 2 hours on the water, roughly 4–5 hours total, including transport and preparation.
• Notes: Packages normally include safety gear, a professional guide, and lunch. Always check what is included before you book.

8. Elephant experience in Taro

At Mason Elephant Park & Lodge in Taro, you can book an elephant experience in a landscaped tropical setting.

Many programs include feeding and photo opportunities and can fill half a day.

This type of activity does not suit everyone, so if animal welfare is important to you, read recent reviews and check the park’s latest policies before you decide.

Quick info

• Location: Mason Elephant Park & Lodge, Taro, Gianyar (see Google Maps).
• Best time: Morning, when the air is cooler.
• Duration: Around 1–2 hours, depending on the program.
• Notes: Booking is recommended, especially in peak season. For sample programs and prices, see our elephant tour packages at Taro.

9. Cycling through Ubud’s villages and rice fields

Above all, cycling around Ubud’s villages and rice fields gives a slow, relaxed way to see daily life.

You ride through quiet roads, pass local houses and temples, and can stop for photos whenever you see a good view.

You can join a guided cycling tour, such as a Sobek Ubud program, or rent bicycles and follow your own route.

Quick info

• Location: Rural areas around Ubud, depending on the tour or rental.
• Best time: Morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat.
• Duration: Around 2–3 hours.
• Notes: Check the bicycle’s condition before you leave. Bring water and sunscreen.

10. Romantic lunch on the boat at Kamandalu Ubud

Kamandalu Ubud is known for its “lunch on the boat” experience, where you dine in a small wooden boat floating on a lagoon surrounded by gardens, like a private picnic inside a quiet resort.

Availability can change, so always confirm the program is running before making it a main highlight of your Ubud honeymoon.

Quick info

• Location: Kamandalu Ubud (see Google Maps).
• Best time: Lunchtime, based on the resort’s time slots.
• Duration: Around 1–2 hours.
• Notes: Check availability and pricing directly with Kamandalu Ubud via their official website or reservations team.

Why Ubud works so well for a honeymoon

Compared with Bali’s busier beach areas, Ubud suits couples who want:

• Green scenery and village views instead of a hotel strip, with rice terraces, hills, and river valleys for easy photo spots.
• Quieter evenings with spa time, slow dinners, and riverside or valley views rather than beach clubs and loud nightlife.
• Short travel times to rafting, Bali Swing, rice terraces, and Monkey Forest, so a 1–2 day Ubud honeymoon still feels relaxed.

For a broader look at where to stay, transport, and non-honeymoon activities, see our first-time Ubud area guide.

Practical tips for your Ubud honeymoon

How long to stay in Ubud: day trip vs 1–2 nights vs more

If you only want a quick taste of Ubud, you can visit on a long day trip from the beach, but traffic and travel times often make the day tiring.

For most honeymoon couples, 1–2 full days in Ubud (2–3 nights) is ideal. You get time for photos, light adventure, and one or two special meals without rushing.

If you love spa, yoga, and quiet evenings, consider 3–4 nights in Ubud and fewer nights at the beach. If you prefer evenings at beach clubs and sunset bars, base yourself at the beach and treat Ubud as a long day trip.

Best time of year for an Ubud honeymoon

Ubud works year-round, with a drier season (roughly April–October) and a wetter, greener rainy season (roughly November–March).

For outdoor activities like Bali Swing, rafting, and rice terraces, the most comfortable times are:

• Morning: Cooler air, fewer people, softer light.
• Late afternoon: Warmer colours and a relaxed mood for photos.

In rainy months, showers can appear suddenly, so keep an indoor backup such as a spa or romantic dinner in your plan each day.

Rough travel times from central Ubud

From central Ubud (around Ubud Palace), in normal traffic, approximate travel times are:

• Campuhan Ridge Walk: about 5–10 minutes by car, or a short walk from some central hotels.
• Monkey Forest: about 5–15 minutes by car, depending on where you stay in town.
• Tegalalang Rice Terrace: about 25–35 minutes by car to the main viewpoints.
• Bali Swing Bongkasa: about 30–40 minutes by car through village roads.
• Mason Elephant Park in Taro: about 45–60 minutes by car.
• Kamandalu Ubud: about 10–15 minutes by car from central Ubud.

Allow an extra 15–30 minutes for traffic, ceremonies, or rain.

Simple transport options to and around Ubud

From Ngurah Rai International Airport to Ubud, travel time is about 60–90 minutes by car in normal conditions and longer if there is heavy traffic or rain.

For most honeymoon couples, a private car with a driver is the easiest option. You skip navigation and parking and can continue sightseeing around Ubud after check-in.

Other options:

• Airport taxi for a one-way transfer to your hotel.
• Honeymoon tour packages that include airport pick-up and drop-off.

In some busy central areas of Ubud, online ride-hailing can be limited or only allowed from certain points, so many couples choose a full-day car with a driver, especially when combining several activities in one day.

For comfort and safety, especially after a long flight or on narrow village roads, a private car with a local driver is usually the least stressful choice.

For typical prices and more options, see our complete Bali holiday transport guide.

1–2 day Ubud honeymoon itinerary ideas

Use these ideas to build a 1–2 day Ubud honeymoon itinerary without rushing. Most couples are happiest with three main activities plus one special meal per day. Adding more often makes the day feel like a checklist instead of a honeymoon.

Example: 1-day slow honeymoon in Ubud

• Morning: Campuhan Ridge Walk, then breakfast in town.
• Midday or afternoon: Couple’s spa in Ubud.
• Late afternoon or evening: Easy walk or visit to the Monkey Forest, followed by a candlelight dinner on the Ayung River.

Example 1-day light-adventure honeymoon

• Morning: Ayung River rafting.
• Midday or afternoon: Lunch, then Tegalalang Rice Terrace or Bali Swing.
• Late afternoon: Easy cycling around the village or a relaxed drink at a café with valley views.

For a more detailed sample schedule, see our 1-day in Ubud itinerary.

If you are staying several nights in Bali, combine one Ubud day like this with a 4–5 day Bali honeymoon itinerary so you also cover beach or clifftop areas.

How to book Ubud honeymoon activities

Booking through Wira Tour Bali

If you want several activities to run smoothly in 1–2 days for your Ubud honeymoon, it is easiest to arrange everything through one contact. This works well if you want rafting, Bali Swing, Tegalalang, an elephant experience, plus transport.

Through Wira Tour Bali, you can:

• Book Ayung rafting as a couple.
• Arrange an elephant experience in Taro.
• Hire a private car with a driver to get around Ubud comfortably.
• Combine several honeymoon activities into one clear, realistic day-by-day plan.

Key benefits:

• One WhatsApp contact for timing questions, weather checks, and small changes.
• Clear pricing and inclusions up front so that you can relax about your honeymoon budget.
• Activities and travel times matched to your actual itinerary, for example, a 1–5 day Bali honeymoon plan.

After you read this guide, you can:

• Choose 4–6 favourite activities from the list above.
• Share your travel dates and hotel or villa location when you message us on WhatsApp.

To plan and book your Ubud honeymoon activities, tap the WhatsApp button to chat with Wira Tour Bali and turn your shortlist into a realistic plan and quote, including transport.

Booking directly with hotels or venues

For some experiences, it can be easier to book directly with the hotel or restaurant, for example:

• Candlelight dinner at Swept Away, The Samaya Ubud.
• Lunch on the boat at Kamandalu Ubud.
• A couple’s spa treatment at your own hotel or a specific spa in Ubud.

Prices, menus, honeymoon packages, and rules change over time. Therefore, check the latest details on the official website and confirm availability and current prices by email, phone, or WhatsApp.

Conclusion: planning a romantic Ubud honeymoon

Ubud offers honeymoon-friendly activities, from ridge walks and spa time to Ayung River rafting and romantic riverside or lagoon-side meals.

Use these 10 ideas to shape 1–2 relaxed days of your Ubud honeymoon, then fit them into a 4–6 day Bali honeymoon so each day feels intentional.

When you are ready, send your shortlist to Wira Tour Bali via WhatsApp and ask the team to turn it into a confirmed, low-stress plan.

Related Bali honeymoon planning guides

For wider Bali planning beyond Ubud, see:

• 4-day Bali honeymoon itinerary
• 5-day 4-night Bali honeymoon itinerary
• 6-day Bali honeymoon itinerary
• 10 romantic and affordable honeymoon places in Bali