CRETYA Ubud infinity Pool + Hidden Water fall + Water Temple Tour

Cretya Ubud puts you above Bali’s rice terraces, with an infinity pool, food, drinks, and optional swing, zip line, and sky bike activities in one busy stop. I like the smart early start, which helps you enjoy the pool before the crowds, and I like the way the day adds a peaceful water temple and a forest waterfall instead of stopping at a photo attraction.

The private car and flexible guide service are strong points. Guides such as Yan, Guna, Ketut, and Kana have been praised for taking photos, explaining Balinese customs, and adjusting the day when needed. The main caution is Cretya itself: seating can cost extra, the pool water may feel cold, and the swing, zip line, and sky bike are not included in the $65 price.

Key points to know before booking

• Cretya comes first: Plan on about two hours at the rice terrace pool, and go early if you want a calmer visit.
• The pool is only part of the bill: A drink is included, but swing, zip line, sky bike, seating, and special-event fees may cost extra.
• You get a private tour: Your group travels in an air-conditioned vehicle with private transport and a driver-guide.
• Sebatu adds a quieter cultural stop: Gunung Kawi Sebatu is a sacred water temple with clear pools and a calm setting.
• Manuaba Waterfall requires getting wet: The route passes tropical trees, bamboo, rice fields, and working farms.
• The $65 price includes useful basics: Lunch, bottled water, entrance tickets, transport, and one Cretya drink are included.

Cretya Ubud gives the day its splashy start

The first stop is Cretya Ubud, a large pool and dining venue set above rice terraces. The view does most of the work here. You look across layered green fields while sitting in or beside the infinity pool, ordering food or using your included drink.

You have about two hours. That is enough time to swim, eat, take photos, and decide if you want an added activity. Cretya offers a Bali swing, zip line, sky bike, and rice terrace activities, but those charges are separate. The tour price gets you through the door and includes one drink, not the full package of add-ons.

I would treat Cretya as a stylish scenic stop rather than a quiet local experience. It is designed for photographs, swimming, and food, and it can become crowded. An early arrival matters. One guide, Guna, was praised for taking the group first thing so the pool area was easier to enjoy, and another guide, Yan, helped arrange a table before leaving the group to explore.

That table detail matters. One criticism of Cretya is that there may be little free seating, while reserved spots can cost as much as $100. Ask your guide what seating is available before ordering. If you only want a swim, a drink, and photos, you may not want to pay for a premium daybed.

The water can also feel cold. That will be welcome on a hot Bali morning, but less so if you are expecting a warm resort pool. Guests under 19 may not swim at Cretya Ubud, so check this rule before booking if you are traveling with teenagers.

Gunung Kawi Sebatu is the day’s quiet pause

After Cretya, the mood changes at Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple. This sacred water temple sits among greenery and is known for clear holy-water pools. The visit lasts about an hour, giving you time to look around, hear about the temple, and take in the calmer setting.

This stop gives the tour more substance than a simple pool-and-waterfall outing. Bali’s temples are active religious places, not just monuments, and a good guide can explain how water relates to prayer and cleansing. Guides on this tour have been praised for explaining local customs and religion in clear, friendly language.

You should follow the guide’s instructions about temple behavior and clothing. The supplied tour information does not set out a dress code or provide ritual details, so ask your guide what is suitable on the day. The important point is to approach this as a place of worship, not only as a picture stop.

The one-hour visit is fairly brief. If you want a long temple study or a slow spiritual retreat, this tour moves too quickly. If you want a meaningful introduction between active stops, the timing works well.

Lunch comes with a view at Oka Agro Wisata

The meal stop at Oka Agro Wisata lasts about an hour. You can choose a set menu of local or international food while sitting at a restaurant with a broad view over the surrounding area.

Lunch is included, which helps the $65 price feel more reasonable. You are not left to pay separately for the main meal, and bottled water is also provided. The food is a practical break after the pool and before the waterfall rather than a formal dining event.

The menu has worked well for different diets. One visitor specifically noted that the restaurant offered many vegan choices, so tell your guide or restaurant staff about dietary needs. The supplied details do not promise a particular dish, so you should not expect a fixed vegan or international menu every day.

The stop also includes local coffee and herbal tea tasting. You can sample different flavors and buy some to take home if you find a favorite. This is one of the more personal parts of the day because it connects the meal to Bali’s farming traditions without taking up a separate stop.

Keep in mind that coffee and tea purchases are not included. The tasting is part of the visit, but anything you take home is your own expense.

Manuaba Waterfall is the most natural part of the route

The waterfall stop lasts about an hour and may be at Manuaba Waterfall or one of two lesser-visited falls in the same area. The route goes through tropical trees, bamboo, rice farms, and local agricultural land before you reach the water.

This is where the tour feels least polished and most connected to the countryside. You are not simply stepping out beside a roadside viewpoint. You may walk through damp ground and farm areas, and the clear instruction is to get wet and explore the waterfall.

Bring clothing that can handle spray and mud. The tour includes bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle, but it does not list towels, a change of clothes, or waterproof bags. Protect phones and cameras yourself. A pair of shoes with good grip will be more useful here than fashionable pool sandals.

The waterfall section is also guide-dependent. Yan was praised for showing a more tucked-away waterfall and for being genuinely engaged rather than simply dropping people at the entrance. That kind of help matters when paths are wet or the best spot is not obvious.

Do not expect a long canyon walk. The scheduled time is one hour, and the full day includes several other stops. The reward is a short, refreshing encounter with water, bamboo, farms, and forest rather than an all-day trek.

Mas Carving Center shows Bali’s working art tradition

The last listed stop is Mas village, known for wood carving, painting, and silver jewelry. You have about 40 minutes, and admission is free.

This is a compact introduction to local craft. You can see how art remains part of village life and look at pieces that may be available for purchase. The stop can be useful if you want a souvenir with a stronger connection to Bali than a standard shop item.

It is also the easiest part of the day to skip if you are tired or not interested in shopping. The tour information says shopping is not included, so purchases are optional and separate. Do not feel that you must buy something simply because the group has stopped there.

The art village helps round out the route. Cretya covers modern leisure, Sebatu covers religion, the waterfall covers nature, and Mas adds craft. You get a broad look at central Bali in one day, though no single stop receives the depth it would on a dedicated tour.

A private car makes this long day easier

The experience lasts roughly eight to ten hours and includes pickup, private transportation, and an air-conditioned vehicle. The tour is private, so only your group participates. That gives you more room to ask questions, request a short break, or adjust the pace than you would have on a large coach trip.

The driver is an important part of the value. Yan was praised for arriving early, staying in contact through WhatsApp, helping at Cretya, and talking about Bali during the long drive home. Guna was praised for making the day easy and responding to individual needs. Ketut received strong praise for service, organization, and humor, while Kana was appreciated for detailed explanations of local culture and religion.

Those names come from individual bookings, so you should not assume which guide you will receive. The practical lesson is to use the driver as more than a chauffeur. Ask questions, tell the guide if you need a slower pace, and mention food, swimming, or mobility concerns early.

Traffic can stretch the day. The route begins from the Seminyak area and heads toward Ubud, so an eight-hour estimate may become closer to ten depending on road conditions. The private format helps because you are not waiting for a large group, but it cannot remove Bali’s traffic.

Public transportation is nearby, but it is not a useful substitute for this itinerary. The tour combines several scattered stops, and the private vehicle is what makes the sequence workable.

What the $65 price really covers

At $65 per person, the tour is priced as a full private day rather than a simple entry ticket. It includes:

• Pickup offered in the stated service area
• Private transportation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water
• Lunch
• Entrance tickets
• One free drink at Cretya

That package gives you a fair base value if you plan to visit all five stops. The included lunch and admissions prevent the cost from growing too quickly, and the private car is useful for a route that would be awkward to manage independently.

The price does not include the headline extras at Cretya. Swing, zip line, sky bike, and shopping cost more. Seating may also carry a significant charge, and special events at Cretya can add an entrance fee. Ask about current charges before committing to any activity or table.

There is a minimum booking of two people. A solo participant pays an additional 350,000 Indonesian rupiah directly to the driver. For two people, the price is easier to justify because you share the private vehicle and guide service. Solo visitors should compare the extra fee with a standard shared day tour.

The tour has a 97 percent recommendation rate and a 4.9 rating from 88 reviews, but the value depends heavily on what you want from Cretya. If you want a pool day with premium seating and several adrenaline activities, the final bill may be much higher than $65. If you want a guided mix of pool, temple, lunch, waterfall, and art, the base fare is more attractive.

Who will enjoy this Bali day tour

I would choose this tour if you want a full day with several different types of activity and prefer a private guide to driving yourself. It suits couples, families who meet the age rule, and small groups who want photos, swimming, culture, food, and a short walk in nature.

It also suits first-time visitors who want an introduction to the Ubud area without spending several days arranging separate trips. You get a taste of rice terraces, temple life, local food, coffee, waterfalls, and craft villages in one route.

You may want another tour if your priority is a quiet day. Cretya can be crowded, the itinerary is active, and the driving time can be long. You should also look elsewhere if you want serious hiking, a deep temple visit, or a full day at one waterfall.

The tour is not ideal for anyone who cannot get wet or manage uneven outdoor paths. The supplied information says most people can participate, but it does not provide detailed accessibility information for the waterfall route. Ask before booking if that is important to you.

Simple ways to improve your day

Book with the early Cretya timing in mind. The pool is the most crowd-sensitive stop, and an early visit gives you a better chance of enjoying the view before the venue fills.

Wear swimwear beneath easy, quick-drying clothes. Add shoes with a firm sole for Manuaba Waterfall, and bring a dry change of clothes even though towels are not listed as included.

Keep some Indonesian rupiah available for the solo supplement, optional activities, shopping, or any special Cretya event fee. At the pool, ask about seating charges before you settle in.

Tell the guide your food needs at the start of the day. Vegan options were available at lunch, but a fixed menu is not promised. If you want to buy coffee or tea, leave room in your budget for purchases.

The cancellation terms are forgiving if your plans change. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Poor weather or failure to reach the minimum number of participants can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Should you book Cretya Ubud and the waterfalls?

I would book this tour if you want convenience and variety more than solitude. The best parts are the private transport, the early Cretya strategy, the cultural explanation at Sebatu, the included lunch, and the chance to reach a waterfall without organizing several separate rides.

I would book it with one clear expectation: the $65 price is the starting package. Keep extra money for Cretya activities, seating, shopping, and possible special-event fees. If you accept that, this is a useful, well-filled day for seeing several sides of central Bali.

If the infinity pool is your only reason for booking, think twice. You may pay less by choosing a simpler pool visit, especially if you do not want reserved seating. But if you want a private guide, a temple, a waterfall, local food, coffee, and an art village in the same day, this tour makes a sensible choice.

FAQ

How long does the Cretya Ubud tour last?

The full experience lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours.

Where is the tour based?

The tour information lists Seminyak, Indonesia, as the location, with pickup offered.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates, and private transportation is provided.

What is included in the $65 price?

The price includes bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, lunch, all entrance tickets, and one free drink at Cretya.

Are the swing, zip line, and sky bike included?

No. Swing, zip line, sky bike, and shopping are not included in the tour price.

Can children under 19 swim at Cretya Ubud?

The tour information states that people under 19 may not swim at Cretya Ubud’s infinity pool.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included, with local or international food offered at Oka Agro Wisata.

Is the tour suitable for a solo participant?

The minimum booking is two people. A solo participant can book by paying an extra 350,000 Indonesian rupiah directly to the driver.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund.