Indonesia – Bali – Ubud

Bohemian. Green. A breath of fresh air (kinda).

What to Expect.

• Touristy but more chilled than Kuta
• Mountainous
• Pleasant and friendly locals
• Free roaming monkeys – watch your belongings/ souvenirs
• Slightly lower prices than Kuta but higher than Java

Sacred Monkey Forest

• Watch your water bottle or anything loose. The monkeys will have it!
• Entrance fee: 80,000 Rupee per person (£4.58)
• For photographs with monkeys on shoulders keepers charge a fee of 20k Rupee.
• Time spent: 3 hours
• Keep your ticket – some restaurants offer 10-15% discount on your meal

Goah Gajah Temple

• 50k Rupiah Per Person.
• Parking 2k per vehicle.
• Sarongs are free at the temple entrance. Do not be fooled by the women saying you need to buy them!
• Roughly 15-20 Minute drive or 1 hour walk from Ubud.
• More than meets the eye. It is bigger than it looks make sure you explore.

Campuhan Ridge Walk

• Free.
• Beautiful views.
• Go early. It gets hot and busier.
• Wear suitable foot ware despite others wearing sandals. The path gets uneven.
• Nice place to see rice paddies.
• Treat yourself to a spa and enjoy the tranquil location.
• There are little eateries along the way.
• The area has building work, which gives the impression the location will get busier and sites obscured.

Accomodation: Rice Paddy Bungalow

• Good location, situated slightly back from main road making it quiet and peaceful
• Private double with fan and ensuite (HOT shower). Porch with seating.
• £9.75 per night for 2 people, includes breakfast (choice of pancakes, omlette and fried eggs)
• Pleasant and friendly owner
• Close proximity to lots of restaurants and bars

Amazing Eats

• Sun Sun Warung (£) Traditional Balinese Cuisine ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️
• Sukaespresso (££) Australian/ Fusion Food ☀️☀️☀️☀️
• El Mexicano (£££) As it says on the tin… Mexican ☀️☀️☀️☀️

Sun Sun Warung ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

Escape to a traditional Balinese family garden where tasty Indonesian food is served at low prices. A starter and dessert were shared and a main meal each plus 2 juices only cost us £6.79!! The surroundings are so quaint as there was traditional Balinese architecture and you were next to a temple. The seats are cushions on the floor however there were some tables if you struggle sitting on the floor.

Suka Espresso ☀️☀️☀️☀️

3/4 meals ain’t bad. The food is fresh, healthy and different with lovely presentation. Each evening between 6 and 9pm all mains were 50k (rupiah) so not badly priced. We had the tropical tuna which was delicious, pulled pork burger and red snapper burger which were really tasty. There was only the jack fruit yellow curry which was way too salty for both of us. Each time we spent just over £9 for 2 mains and 2 softs.

El Mexicano ☀️☀️☀️☀️

So we fancied something a little different and this quirky Frida Kahlo esq venue certainly provided! Fantastic Mexican inspired food but a little more pricey. We had nachos, chicken tostidos and beef enchiladas which were all so yummy. I even treated myself to a pineapple, mint, coconut drink which was a refreshing change from the usual softs. All in all it cost £16.57 so if you compare it to England it doesn’t break the bank.

Additional Tips

• Look around for transport/trip prices – the ones on the quieter back streets usually have the best deals
• Check your change – even in the supermarket (they often short changed us)