Goa Gajah & Gunung Kawi by Scooter: Ancient Sites near Ubud in Half a Day
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 5 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
Around Ubud lie ancient sites that are centuries old. By scooter you can visit several of them in a single half day.
Half-day route
| Stop | Place | Approx. from previous stop |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goa Gajah (Bedulu) | ± 10–15 min from Ubud |
| 2 | Yeh Pulu (Bedulu) | ± 5 min |
| 3 | Gunung Kawi (Tampaksiring) | ± 30 min |
| 4 | Tirta Empul (Tampaksiring) | ± 5–10 min |
Times are estimates. Entrance fees and dress rules are set by each site's management.
Visiting tips
- Go early to beat the crowds and the heat.
- Bring a sarong and sash or rent one on site — read temple etiquette.
- Save some energy for the steps at Gunung Kawi.
- Park in the official area and take your helmet with you if needed.
In the afternoon, continue to the Ubud Monkey Forest or head back before the afternoon rain.
Scooter prices in Ubud
| Scooter | Engine | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda BeAT (Gen 4–5) | 110cc | IDR 80,000 | IDR 425,000 | IDR 1,210,000 |
| Honda Scoopy (Gen 4) | 110cc | IDR 90,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,410,000 |
| Honda Vario 125 | 125cc | IDR 100,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,510,000 |
| Yamaha NMAX 155 (Gen 2) | 155cc | IDR 150,000 | IDR 902,000 | IDR 2,260,000 |
Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel, villa, the airport or bus terminal with 2 helmets, and you pay when it arrives — no deposit.
Minimum rental 2 days. Related: scooter rental in Ubud, Bali's famous temples by scooter and SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
Ready to rent a scooter or car?
Fixed catalogue prices, delivered to your hotel or villa. Book on WhatsApp and pay when the vehicle arrives.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Goa Gajah from Ubud?
About 10–15 minutes by scooter from central Ubud.
What is Gunung Kawi?
An ancient complex of shrines carved into a cliff in Tampaksiring.
Do I need a sarong?
Yes, a sarong and sash are needed to enter the sacred areas.
Can I see them in half a day?
Yes: Goa Gajah, Yeh Pulu, Gunung Kawi and Tirta Empul in one loop.
This guide follows the SiapPergi editorial policy: facts are checked, market prices are given as ranges and mistakes are corrected. Spotted something wrong? Report a correction.
