Bali Countryside Cycling

Unlike most waterfalls, Kanto Lampo flows over a series of stepped rock terraces, creating one of Bali's most photographed natural attractions. Be prepared to get wet if climbing onto the rocks.

Set within a forested valley east of Ubud, Tibumana Waterfall is a graceful single-drop cascade flowing into a calm swimming pool. The easy walk through bamboo groves and tropical vegetation makes it one of the area's most relaxing waterfalls.

This complex of rock carvings is close to Goa Gajah but far less well known. The carvings date from the fourteenth or fifteenth century, and are set in a very attractive rice field. You can reach Yeh Pulu on foot through the rice fields from Goa Gajah, but you will definitely need a guide for the 45-minute walk as there is no path to speak of. In addition to the carvings, there is a holy well here, and the attendant priest will be happy to bless you with the well water. Temple dress code applies (you can rent a sarong at the ticket counter without extra charge). This is a much underrated and under-visited site, and is highly recommended.

Hotel transfer, light breakfast overlooking Mt. Batur, well maintained bikes, water en route, lunch, insurance covered.

The centerpiece here is a cave dating back to the 9th century, the entrance to which is an ornately carved demon's mouth. Inside are some fragmentary lingam and yoni statues, as well as a statue of Ganesha. Large, carved guards stand around pools near the entrance, and a little path leads to a waterfall, rice fields, and some Buddhist stupa fragments. Some parts of the Goa Gajah complex were not excavated until the 1950s. Nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 30-60 min visit without guide. Unclear if dirt path to rice fields and elephant river is usable/maintained.

Introduction to the exotic ingredients and unique culinary heritage of Bali, set in Balinese compound.