Ubud Monkey Forest by Scooter: Parking, Tickets, Rules & Staying Safe Around the Monkeys
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 5 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
The Monkey Forest is one of Ubud's best-known sights: a sacred forest with old temples and hundreds of long-tailed macaques. A few simple rules make the visit fun and safe. Here's the guide.
Practical info
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Padangtegal, south side of central Ubud |
| Parking | Official scooter parking near the entrance |
| Tickets & hours | Set by the management — check at the counter or official channels |
| Best time | Morning, when it's cooler and quieter |
Rules to stay safe around monkeys
- Leave food, sugary drinks and plastic bags under the scooter seat.
- Keep sunglasses, hats and phones in a closed bag.
- Don't stare at, touch or feed the monkeys.
- If a monkey climbs on you, stay calm and call a staff member.
Ubud's monkeys also roam the streets near the forest. Don't leave food on the scooter's hook or floorboard when parked.
Around the Monkey Forest
Continue to the art market and Ubud Palace, the Puri Lukisan Museum, or the Tegallalang rice terraces. Where to stay: scooter rental in Ubud.
Best scooters
| 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 |
Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel or villa with 2 helmets, and you pay when it arrives — no deposit.
Related: temple etiquette and Ubud yoga & wellness. All scooters at SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
Ready to rent a scooter or car?
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I park a scooter at the Ubud Monkey Forest?
There's official scooter parking near the entrance in Padangtegal.
Are the monkeys dangerous?
Usually not if you follow the rules: no food, don't touch them and don't stare.
What should I leave behind?
Food, plastic bags and loose items like sunglasses or hats — keep them under the scooter seat.
When is the best time to visit?
In the morning, when it's cooler and quieter.
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