If you go . . .
What to do
Sacred Monkey Forest
Jalan Monkey Forest
Padangtegal, Ubud
011-6-361-971304
These uncaged, long-tailed macaques are entertaining and impudent. Guard your valuables. At dusk, wait outside the park and watch the monkeys as they take to the streets of Ubud.
Pura Tirta Empul (Bathing Temple)
Tampak Siring Village (14 kilometers northeast of Ubud)
Observe Hindu worshippers as they enter the koi-filled rectangular pool to purify themselves beneath holy fountains.
Where to stay
Though it’s an hour drive from Ubud to Mount Batur, it’s worth staying in Ubud, Bali’s cultural capital.
Kenanga Boutique Hotel
Jalan Raya Lungsiakan
Ubud
011-62-361-8989-700
A small, elegant hotel surrounded by rice fields, $140-$200.
Sri Bungalows
Jalan Monkey Forest
Ubud
011-62-361-975-394
Also surrounded by rice fields, this hotel is more affordable, though some rooms lack air conditioning and TV. A tasty breakfast is served.
Where to eat
Ibu Oka Warung
Jalan Tegal
Ubud
011-62-361-976-435
Bali’s traditional Babi Guling (suckling pig) is a must at this no frills institution, $5-$10.
Lakeview Restaurant
Jalan Raya Penelokan
Penelokan
011-62-366-52525
Enjoy vistas of Lake Batur as you refuel after the big hike. Lunch is buffet style, $5-$10.
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