Ubud's Campuhan Ridge Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
ID: GYG553896-952502
Category:
Country: Indonesia
Duration:
01:15 hours
Description
See beyond the jungle vistas and gain a deeper appreciation for Balinese culture on this self-guided audio tour. Experience the magic of GPS-playback on this immersive stroll across Campuhan Ridge.
The Campuhan Ridge Walk is one of the top attractions in Bali‘s Ubud region. On this walking tour, I‘ll help you see beyond the beautiful green vistas and steep gorges, and share some of the stories most people miss.
Starting near the Pura Gunung Lebah Temple, nestled in the lush hillside, this tour will guide you along the one-kilometre stretch to the Ridge Walk‘s northern starting point and back. Along the way, I‘ll share insight into Balinese culture and traditions. You‘ll hear why a shrine is never built with more than eleven tiers, and find out about the origins of the name Ubud. I‘ll give you a brief history of Bali and reveal who now lives in the Ubud Palace. As you walk, you‘ll quickly see why this is one of the most photographed destinations in Ubud, frequented by joggers, artists, locals and visitors, including Anthony Bourdain, Mick Jagger, David Bowie and Julia Roberts.
Step back in time on this Bali walking tour to hear the story of Ubud and the origins of its villagers. Along the way, you‘ll have the opportunity to:
• Find out why the famous Gunung Lebah Temple was built
• Listen to the story of the renowned Indian Mystic who left an indelible legacy throughout Bali
• See the merging of the two rivers and learn of their mystical meanings and cultural significance
• Hear the history of the ridge and find out why it‘s considered important to the local communities
• Discover why the Ridge is sometimes totally overgrown and at other times it’s neat and tidy
Join me on this walk to better understand why Ubud is considered an artistic, holistic and cultural centre in Bali. By the end of the tour, you‘ll have a new appreciation for Balinese history, traditions and the Ubud way of life.
At certain times the track can become overgrown in the wet season. The route is roughly 20-minutes one way, but can take much longer depending on how often you stop for photos. The tour covers the walk up and down the ridge, but you‘re welcome to stop at the top where there are many shops and cafes.
Highlights
- Take in the sights that have attracted artists, locals and visitors
- Hear from Ibu Febri, a local authority on Bali's hidden treasures and culture
- Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete
- Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
- Use the virtual tour option at home
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour uses a mobile app. You will need to download the app and then use the voucher code provided to download the tour
It is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace
You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It is best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point
When the download is complete, you will see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point
The tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
Please note that you'll need to use your own mobile device and headphones for this tour. The tour is only available in English.
Head down Raya Ubud towards the bridge and you will see the large Ibah Luxury Villas and Spa sign (formerley Warwick Ibah). Turn right into the driveway area and you will see another IBAH sign at a fork in the road. Below the IBAH sign, you will see a small sign saying “Going To The Hill” and you will see an arrow pointing to the Left. Follow the sign to the left
Go down to the bottom of the hill, where there is a bridge and stairs. Here there is a sign saying “This Way Trekking Campuhan Ridge ‘Karsa Kafe’ 2 Kilometres” Now Head right down the stairs - which are typical Balinese steps uneven heights and steep so be mindful going down and hang onto the sides if necessary
Once you have crossed the footbridge, and taken photos of the river and rapids below follow the path to the right which takes you alongside the outer walls of a traditional temple (Pura Gunung Lebah).
Follow this path and a few stairs until you reach a paved walkway, which is the start of the Campuhan Ridge Walk.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
