Bali Swing Packages and Kintamani Mt Batur Volcano View

The most eye-catching part of this day is the Bali Swing Pioneer package, with two single swings, a romantic swing, bed swing, sky bed, chicken nest, and bird nest set among forest scenery. You then trade photo-ready views for Mount Batur, Lake Batur, rice terraces, and a sacred spring temple.

I like the private car with air-conditioning and an English-speaking driver, since you can cover several spread-out sights without managing Bali traffic yourself. I also like that Indonesian lunch, entrance fees, parking, petrol, water, and swing insurance are included. The drawback is the long route: four major stops in one day can feel full, and the swing portion alone is scheduled for about four hours.

Key points to know before booking

• Six swing setups are included: The package covers two single swings, one romantic swing, one bed swing, one sky bed, one chicken nest, and one bird nest.
• Mount Batur is viewed from Kintamani: This is a lookout visit, not a volcano hike.
• Lunch is included: You receive Indonesian food after the swing session, with one bottle of mineral water per person.
• Your group has a private vehicle: The car, driver, petrol, parking, and entrance fees are covered.
• The day combines photos with culture: Tegalalang offers rice-field views, while Tirta Empul introduces Bali’s sacred spring tradition.
• Extra photo costs are separate: Rental clothing costs about $25 per person, and a photographer costs around $25 per person.

A full Bali day from Seminyak to the highlands

This tour starts at 9:00 a.m. and lasts about eight to nine hours. That makes it a substantial day out from Seminyak, but it also gives you a practical way to reach several inland sights without arranging separate transport.

You ride in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver. Petrol and parking are included, as are the entrance fees listed for the stops. Since only your group takes part, you can ask the driver to explain what you are seeing or help keep the day moving at a sensible pace.

The route is built around contrasts. The swing stop is playful and highly visual. Kintamani brings wide views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur. Tegalalang shifts the focus to working rice fields, and Tirta Empul brings a more spiritual side of Bali. You get a little of the island’s popular sightseeing circuit in one outing.

The tradeoff is time. This is not a slow rural day with long pauses at each location. It is better for you if you want variety and a set route, rather than one place explored at length.

Six swing setups at Real Bali Swing

The first stop is Real Bali Swing, with about four hours allocated to the activity. That is a large share of the day, so the swing is not a quick photo stop squeezed between temples. It is the main event at the start.

The Pioneer package includes:

• Two single swings
• One romantic swing
• One bed swing
• One sky bed
• One chicken nest
• One bird nest

The variety matters because each setup gives you a different type of photo and pose. The single swings are the classic choice for a solo shot. The romantic swing is designed for two people, while the bed swing and sky bed offer more relaxed poses. The chicken nest and bird nest provide framed, elevated-looking photo settings.

The supplied information describes the setting as forest scenery, so you can expect the appeal to come from greenery around the structures rather than from an ocean view. If your main goal is a large batch of Bali photos, this package gives you more options than a single swing ticket.

The activity requires a moderate level of physical fitness and is not suitable for children below seven years old. That does not mean you need to be athletic, but you should be comfortable getting onto the swing setups and moving around the activity area.

The package includes insurance during the Bali Swing activity. That is useful, but you should still listen closely to the local instructions and use the equipment as directed.

Rental clothing is not included. If you want a long flowing dress or another outfit designed for swing photographs, budget about $25 per person. A photographer is also extra, listed at around $25 per person. You can ask about these costs before the activity begins so the total does not surprise you.

Several guide names are connected with the service. Stone is described as friendly, polite, a strong English speaker, and a safe driver. Bobby is noted for his kind manner, while Wawan Komang is praised for careful travel support. Heri is specifically associated with good photography skills, which may be useful if he is assigned to your group and you want help with photos.

Assignments can vary, so you should not book on the assumption that one particular guide will definitely lead your day. Still, the repeated praise for driver manners, English, friendliness, and photography gives you useful clues about the kind of support the operator aims to provide.

Indonesian lunch after the swing

Lunch follows the swing activity at a restaurant. Indonesian food is included, along with one bottle of mineral water per person.

This is a welcome break after a long active stop. You can sit down, eat, and reset before the highland drive to Kintamani. The supplied information does not specify a menu, so you should not expect to choose from a detailed set of dishes in advance.

The meal is part of the value of the package. At $115 per person, you are not only paying for a swing admission. You are also covering private transport, the driver, fuel, parking, entrance fees, lunch, water, and swing insurance. The value improves if you were already planning to hire a car and visit these four places.

If you prefer to control every meal or have specific dietary needs, ask about the restaurant and food options before booking. The tour states that Indonesian food is provided, but it does not give further details about substitutions.

Kintamani and the view toward Mount Batur

Kintamani is the second main sightseeing stop, with about two hours allocated to the area. From the village and its viewpoint, you can look across to Mount Batur and Lake Batur.

This is a scenic stop, not a climb. You do not need to prepare for a volcano trek, and the tour does not include a sunrise hike or a walk around the lake. The appeal is the broad view from the highland setting.

Weather matters here. The view of a volcano and lake depends on clear conditions, so clouds can affect what you see. The tour can take you to the viewpoint, but it cannot guarantee a perfectly open view.

Two hours gives you time to look around without treating Kintamani as a five-minute roadside pause. Still, the day has several stops, so your driver will need to balance time at the viewpoint against the remaining visits.

I like this part of the route because it changes the mood after the swing. The first stop is about staged photographs and activity. Kintamani gives you a more natural view, with Mount Batur and Lake Batur providing the main focus.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and working fields

The visit to Tegalalang Rice Terrace lasts about one hour. This is one of the best-known places near Ubud for seeing stepped rice fields, and the point of the stop is the view across the terraces.

You may see farmers working in the fields. That detail helps place the scenery in its proper context. These are not only decorative green steps made for photographs. They are part of Bali’s agricultural life.

One hour is enough for a look and some pictures, but it is not a long walk through the entire area. The information does not specify a particular walking route or how much time is spent on paths, so wear something comfortable rather than treating this as a formal hike.

Tegalalang also adds another photo setting after the swing, but the experience is different. At the swing, the arrangement is built for posed images. Here, the interest comes from the shape of the rice terraces and the sight of fields being used.

The entrance fee is included in the tour price. That makes the stop easy to manage, since you do not need to arrange a separate ticket while moving between locations.

Tirta Empul and Bali’s sacred spring

The final sightseeing stop is Tirta Empul Temple, with about one hour scheduled. The temple was built around a sacred spring at Tampak Siring, and Balinese worshippers have visited the spring for more than a thousand years.

The spring is often used for self-purification. This gives the visit a cultural purpose beyond taking photos. You can see a place that remains tied to religious practice, not just a historic structure placed on a sightseeing route.

You should approach this stop with respect. The supplied details do not state a specific dress code or provide clothing rental information for the temple, so ask your driver what is expected before entering. Do not treat the purification area as a performance for visitors.

One hour is a short but useful introduction. You can see the temple and its spring setting, then continue back to your hotel. If Tirta Empul is your main reason for visiting Bali’s religious sites, you may prefer a longer temple-focused day. If you want a first look while also seeing Kintamani and Tegalalang, the timing is practical.

The entrance fee is included. That, along with the swing admission and transport costs, helps explain why this package can make sense for a first full day in the Ubud and Kintamani area.

What the $115 price covers

At $115 per person, this is not the cheapest way to visit a swing and a viewpoint. The price is easier to justify when you use most of the inclusions.

You receive a private car with good air-conditioning, an English-speaking driver, petrol, parking, entrance fees, Indonesian lunch, mineral water, swing insurance, and the full Pioneer swing package. You also avoid the work of arranging separate rides between Seminyak, the swing site, Kintamani, Tegalalang, and Tirta Empul.

The private format is especially useful for couples, families with older children, or small groups who want their own vehicle. Group discounts are available, though the amount is not specified, so you should check the final price for your party.

There are two clear add-ons. Rental dress costs around $25 per person, and a hired photographer costs around $25 per person. Those figures are approximate, and the listing writes the photographer price as USD 25, so confirm the current amount at booking.

The tour does not list hotel pickup details beyond pickup being offered. Since you are starting from Seminyak at 9:00 a.m., confirm your exact pickup point and whether your accommodation is covered before paying.

The guides and driving matter on this route

This day depends heavily on the driver. Bali’s sights are spread out, and the route includes activity time, lunch, highland views, rice terraces, and a temple visit.

Stone is described as having good English, strong driving skills, and a friendly, polite manner. Bobby is praised for being kind and friendly. Wawan Komang is associated with safe travel and attentive care, while Heri is noted for photography ability.

Those details matter because an English-speaking driver is doing more than steering the car. You can ask questions, get help with the day’s timing, and receive practical direction at each stop. A careful driver also makes a difference when you are spending much of the day on the road.

The tour is private, so you will not be waiting for a bus full of strangers. That gives you a little more control over the pace, although the stated duration and four-stop plan still require a fairly organized day.

Who will enjoy this day most

I would choose this tour if you want to combine Bali’s most photographed swing setups with several major inland sights in one booking. It suits first-time visitors who would rather have one planned day than compare separate drivers, tickets, and restaurants.

It also works well for couples. The romantic swing, private car, and photo stops give the day an obvious appeal for two people. Friends can make good use of the different swing setups, and group discounts may improve the value.

Families should note the age restriction. Children below seven are not suitable for the experience, and everyone taking part should have moderate physical fitness. The day may also feel long for anyone who dislikes a packed sightseeing schedule.

I would hesitate if you want a quiet, slow visit with long time at each temple or rice field. The tour is designed around coverage and variety. You see a lot, but you do not spend half a day at one cultural site.

Practical details before you reserve

Confirmation is provided at booking. The tour begins at 9:00 a.m., pickup is offered, and mobile tickets are available.

Free cancellation applies if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded, and changes within that same period are not accepted.

The listed rating is 5 based on four provided reviews. The strongest themes are the scenery, safe driving, friendly guides, food, and help with photographs. Stone, Bobby, Wawan Komang, and Heri are each connected with positive comments, but guide assignment is not guaranteed.

Pack comfortable clothing for the swing and walking stops. If you want a special rental dress or professional photographs, add those costs to your budget. Bring patience as well as a camera, since traffic and the number of stops can shape the timing of the day.

Should you book the Bali Swing and Kintamani tour?

Book it if you want a private, photo-focused day that also gives you a taste of Bali’s highlands, farming areas, and religious tradition. The six swing setups, Batur and Lake Batur view, Indonesian lunch, private transport, and included fees create solid value for someone who wants convenience.

Skip it if your priority is hiking Mount Batur, spending several hours at Tirta Empul, or exploring Tegalalang at a slow pace. This is a full sightseeing circuit, not a specialist tour.

For most first visits from Seminyak, I see it as a useful all-round day. You get the fun part early, a proper lunch, a mountain view, working rice fields, and a sacred spring before returning to your hotel. Just confirm pickup, add-on costs, and clothing expectations before booking.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at 9:00 a.m., and pickup is offered.

How long does the experience last?

The full experience lasts approximately eight to nine hours.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

What swing setups are included?

The Pioneer package includes two single swings, one romantic swing, one bed swing, one sky bed, one chicken nest, and one bird nest.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Indonesian food is included, along with one bottle of mineral water per person.

Is the Mount Batur visit a volcano hike?

No. The tour visits Kintamani village for views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur from a viewpoint.

Are rental clothing and a photographer included?

No. Rental clothing costs around $25 per person, and a photographer costs around $25 per person.

Is the experience suitable for young children?

The activity is not suitable for children below seven years old. Participants should also have a moderate physical fitness level.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded.