Things to do near the Jatiluwih rice terraces: a local guide
AURORA CABINS DISCOVERY GUIDE
Practical guide for guests
The Jatiluwih rice terraces, Batukaru temples, waterfalls and hot springs are all a short drive from the cabins. Our guest guide adds the nearest minimart (Indomaret, about 15 minutes by car), ATMs, Bamboo Forest Restaurant a 5-minute walk from the cabins, and nearby hot springs and waterfalls, with opening hours and map links.
UNESCO World Heritage
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces
The Jatiluwih Rice Terraces are part of UNESCO's Cultural Landscape of Bali Province, listed in 2012 for the subak irrigation system. They are 4 km, about 12 minutes by car, from Aurora Cabins. Entry costs IDR 75,000 for foreign adults, and every visitor to the rice terrace area needs a ticket.
Essential Insights
- Entry ticket for every visitor
- Trekking: from IDR 450,000
- Cycling: from IDR 470,000
- Book activities 2 days ahead
- Drones: permission + IDR 300,000
Temples around Mount Batukaru
Pura Luhur Batukaru, about 9 km away.
Pura Luhur Batukaru stands in the forest on the slopes of Mount Batukaru, about 9 km by road from the cabins. Visitors to Balinese temples cover their legs with a sarong.
Pura Taman Ayun, the royal water temple in Mengwi, is about 40 km away and belongs to the same UNESCO World Heritage listing as Jatiluwih. Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, on Lake Beratan in Bedugul, is about 27 km away.
Waterfalls and hot springs
Yeh Hoo Waterfall and Angseri Hot Springs.
Yeh Hoo Waterfall in Senganan is about 5 km by road from the cabins. Angseri Hot Springs in Baturiti, about 9 km away, has pools fed by natural hot water in the forest.
The guest discovery guide also lists Sahabat Hot Spring and Besi Kalung Waterfall, with map links, plus restaurants within walking distance.
On this page: UNESCO and subak · tickets · where to eat · distances · getting there · best time · FAQ
By the Panoramika Hospitality Group team.
Jatiluwih at a glance: UNESCO listing and subak
Jatiluwih is a village in the Penebel district of Tabanan Regency, below Mount Batukaru. It covers 22.3 km² and has 7 subak, the farmers' associations that share irrigation water between the rice fields.
The terraces are part of the Cultural Landscape of Bali Province, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2012. Its Catur Angga Batukaru area includes terraces mentioned in a 10th-century inscription.
Jatiluwih rice terrace tickets and activities
The official prices are below: entry for every visitor, trekking from IDR 450,000 and cycling from IDR 470,000.
| Ticket or activity | Price |
|---|---|
| Entrance, foreign adult | IDR 75,000 |
| Entrance, foreign child | IDR 50,000 |
| Entrance, Indonesian adult | IDR 25,000 |
| Entrance, Indonesian child | IDR 15,000 |
| Trekking | from IDR 450,000 |
| Cycling | from IDR 470,000 |
| Menyala Jatiluwih laser show (every night) | from IDR 50,000 |
| Drone flight (prior permission required) | IDR 300,000 |
Prices as published on the official site jatiluwih.id on 24 October 2026. The site asks visitors to book activities at least 2 days in advance.
Visitor rules on the official Jatiluwih Rice Terrace site:
- Every visitor needs an entrance ticket.
- Vehicles are not allowed on the trekking routes.
- Picking rice, fruit or plants is not allowed.
- Littering is prohibited.
- Drones may fly only with prior permission.
Where to eat in Jatiluwih
Two restaurants sit in the rice terrace area itself, and two more are close to Aurora Cabins.
- The Rustic Bali: in the rice terrace area, with views over the terraces.
- CataVaca Jatiluwih: looking out over the rice fields.
- Bamboo Forest Restaurant: a 5-minute walk from Aurora Cabins, open 08:30–16:00.
- Restaurant at Sang Giri: about 7 minutes from the cabins by car or bike, open until 20:00.
Distances from Aurora Cabins
The rice terraces are 4 km away, and the other sights in the table are within 40 km.
| Place | What it is | From Aurora Cabins |
|---|---|---|
| Jatiluwih Rice Terraces | UNESCO-listed rice terraces | 4 km, about 12 minutes by car |
| Yeh Hoo Waterfall | Forest waterfall in Senganan | about 5 km by road |
| Pura Luhur Batukaru | Temple on the slopes of Mount Batukaru | about 9 km by road |
| Angseri Hot Springs | Natural hot spring pools in Baturiti | about 9 km by road |
| Pura Ulun Danu Beratan | Lake temple in Bedugul | about 27 km by road |
| Bali Botanic Garden | Botanic garden in Bedugul | about 27 km by road |
| Tanah Lot | Sea temple on the west coast | about 35 km by road |
| Pura Taman Ayun | Royal water temple in Mengwi | about 40 km by road |
| Ubud | Town in central Bali | 42 km, about 1.5 hours |
| Canggu | Beach area on the south-west coast | 42 km, about 1.5 hours |
| Ngurah Rai International Airport | Bali's airport (DPS) | 56 km, about 2 hours |
Road distances from the cabins' location (-8.3544, 115.1026), rounded; travel times depend on traffic and weather. Times for the terraces, Ubud, Canggu and the airport are the team's own estimates; other distances are measured on OpenStreetMap.
How to get to Jatiluwih
Jatiluwih is reached by road, and a car with a driver is the simplest option. From Ngurah Rai International Airport the drive is 56 km and takes about 2 hours; from Ubud or Canggu it is 42 km and about 1.5 hours. The last part of the road climbs through the highlands, so plan to arrive in daylight.
Best time to visit Jatiluwih
Bali's dry season usually runs from April to October and gives the clearest views over the terraces and of the night sky. The highlands around Jatiluwih are cooler than the coast all year, especially in the evening.
Jatiluwih FAQ
Short answers to the questions visitors ask most about the terraces.
Is the Jatiluwih rice terrace worth visiting?
Yes, if you want to see Bali's subak rice terraces on a large scale. They are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the area is quieter than the coastal towns.
How much is the entrance fee?
Foreign adults pay the full price in the ticket table above; children and Indonesian visitors pay less.
Are there UNESCO rice fields in Bali?
Yes. The Jatiluwih rice terraces belong to the Catur Angga Batukaru area of the Cultural Landscape of Bali Province, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2012.
Jatiluwih or Tegallalang?
Jatiluwih is part of the UNESCO listing; Tegallalang, near Ubud, is not one of the listed areas. From Ubud, Jatiluwih is about 1.5 hours by car.
Do I need to book trekking or cycling in advance?
Yes. The official site asks visitors to book activities at least 2 days ahead. Trekking starts from IDR 450,000 and cycling from IDR 470,000.
Can I fly a drone over the terraces?
Only with prior permission, and it costs an extra IDR 300,000. Drones are also not allowed over the cabins without the team's permission.
What is there to do in the evening?
Menyala Jatiluwih is a laser art show at the rice terrace that runs every night; ticket prices are in the table above.
How far is Aurora Cabins from the rice terraces?
4 km, about 12 minutes by car.
Sources: jatiluwih.id (tickets, activities, rules), UNESCO World Heritage Centre (World Heritage listing). Last updated: 24 October 2026.