Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

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★ 5.0 (21K+ reviews) • 177K+ booked

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud, Bali is a beautiful nature reserve and sacred site that attracts people from all over the world. It is home to more than 700 Balinese long-tailed monkeys, also called Macaca fascicularis, who wander freely through the monkey forest grounds. When you visit, a popular thing to do is walk along the shady paths to watch the monkeys in their natural habitat. As you explore, you'll also discover the park's ancient trees and rare plants. But, before you go, you need to check out the Holy Spring Temple and the Bathing Temple, where locals and visitors go for spiritual and physical cleansing. With its beautiful temples, rich biodiversity, and cultural insights, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary Ubud Bali is truly a unique destination worth visiting. Plan your visit today and discover the wonders of Ubud Monkey Forest.

Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

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Klook User

11 Sep

driver is so nice... super enjoy with my tour for today..

Klook会員

11 Sep

Mudi was our guide, and it was a truly wonderful tour. In addition to the guidance, he took photos for us at various locations, even suggesting poses, which was a great help. When the places we visited were very crowded, he flexibly suggested alternatives, allowing us to enjoy ourselves until the end. Due to traffic, the tour went over the scheduled end time, but we were grateful that he dropped us off at our hotel. It was the best day of our memories in Bali. Thank you very much.

Klook User

11 Sep

We had a wonderful half-day trip in Ubud with Mr. Ray. He customized the trip based on our requests, making it the perfect plan for a short holiday. The weather was beautiful, the food was delicious, and his great energy made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend, and we hope to return one day for more authentic local experiences!

Klook 用戶

10 Sep

Panca Today is good The weather is good here and Panca is nice and very professional in photography. We had a nice day here! Thanks!

Zara *****

10 Sep

Roy was our driver and he was amazing and so kind. He went above and beyond to get us to our tour even though the weather was bad. we coukdnt go to the waterfall but he made up for that by taking us to the coffee plantation. he was such an amazing guid and friend, highly reccomended 🥰

Patricia **********

9 Sep

The Monkey Forest was impressive, it’s a clean park with monkeys freely roaming around the area. They have various activities too like interacting with monkeys for an additional price. We were lucky to have witnessed a traditional Balinese dance before the park closed. The monkeys are tamed unless you really try to taunt them. Recommended experience, especially for those who brought kids with them.

Rea ******

9 Sep

Tour Guide / Driver Mario, really took care of me. He guided me to all the places and really friendly. The schedule was very organized and we had enough time to even add 2 places in the itenetary Silver making and Batik making. This tour recommend to get to know Ubud.

SABARISH ************

9 Sep

Gede Kon was amazing! and so was Gion. They were very friendly and took excellent pictures for us

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Things to do at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Watch the Monkeys

At the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, you can watch the Balinese long-tailed monkeys play in their natural home. There are about 700 monkeys in the park, so you'll see them interact and search for food all around you. Keep a safe distance and hold onto your belongings because these curious animals might try to grab them!

Walk Through the Jungle

Take a peaceful walk through the lush jungle of the Monkey Forest, where you'll find different kinds of plants and trees. The paths take you through a natural reserve filled with tall trees and soothing sounds of nature.

See the Dragon Statues

Explore the Monkey Forest to discover the mysterious Dragon Statues that look like Komodo dragons crawling down the stair rails. Hidden among the greenery, they make the place feel like a scene from an adventure movie. It's a sight worth seeing and perfectly captures Ubud's enchanting scenery.

Learn About Conservation

Get involved with the sanctuary's conservation team to learn about how they protect the park's natural environment. Join educational tours and programs provided by the Monkey Forest's governing council to understand how important the sanctuary is for saving the park's monkeys and other wildlife.

Temples at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal

This is the main temple in the southwest part of the sanctuary, dedicated to Shiva, a Hindu god. Many pilgrims visit this spiritual place, and a group of crab-eating macaques lives here too. You can admire the temple's grand design and intricate artwork, which reflect Bali's rich spiritual traditions.

Pura Beji

Found in the northwest of the park, Pura Beji is a famous temple for spiritual and physical cleansing. Nearby is a holy spring, especially important before religious events.

Pura Prajapati

Located in the northeastern area, near the cremation grounds, Pura Prajapati is dedicated to Prajapati, a Vedic god, and plays a key role in traditional Balinese funeral rites. Being close to the cemetery and used in large cremation ceremonies, the temple holds deep cultural meanings. You can learn about Bali's traditions and the life and death cycle in Balinese culture.

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