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Bali: Tanah Lot & Uluwatu Temple Private Tour + Kecak Dance

4.0(1)

10 hrs

Tanah Lot Temple

Start Time

9:00 AM

Ticket Type

Mobile Only

Wheelchair Accessibility

A full-day private tour linking two of Bali's most revered sea temples with the island's signature cultural performance. The morning begins at Tanah Lot, a 16th-century Hindu temple on a rock formation in the Indian Ocean. The afternoon moves south to Uluwatu Temple, perched on a 90-metre cliff on the Bukit Peninsula with panoramic ocean views. The day ends with the Kecak Fire Dance, a dramatic performance of the Ramayana epic enacted by a chorus of chanting men around a bonfire, staged in the open-air amphitheatre at Uluwatu as the sun sets.

Tanah Lot holds a TripExpert Score of 88 and features in authoritative lists from Conde Nast Traveler, Fodor's, and Travel + Leisure as one of Bali's essential landmarks.
The Kecak Fire Dance at Uluwatu is widely regarded as one of Southeast Asia's most dramatic cultural performances. Reviewers describe the combination of rhythmic vocal chanting, fire, and the clifftop sunset backdrop as a highlight of their Bali trip.
Uluwatu Temple dates to the 10th century and is one of Bali's six key directional temples, dedicated to the spirits of the sea. Its cliff-edge setting offers some of the island's most photographed sunset views.
The private tour format allows flexible pacing and a driver-guide who provides cultural and historical commentary throughout the day.

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Kecak Dance tickets at Uluwatu sell out during peak season. The tour operator typically secures tickets, but confirm this is included at the time of booking.
Uluwatu Temple is home to long-tailed macaques that snatch sunglasses, hats, phones, and jewellery. Secure all loose items before entering the temple grounds.
The Kecak amphitheatre is open-air with stone seating. Arrive early (by 5:30 PM) for seats with a clear sunset view. Cushions are not provided.
Tanah Lot's temple rock is accessible on foot only during low tide. Check tide times in advance for a close-up visit. At high tide, the temple is viewable from the shore.
Lunch is typically at your own expense between the two temple visits. Ask your driver-guide for a recommendation outside the tourist strip for a better meal.
The full-day itinerary involves significant driving between Tabanan (Tanah Lot) and the Bukit Peninsula (Uluwatu). Expect traffic, especially on the return leg after the Kecak show.

Summary

This visit takes you to the Tanah Lot Temple, tucked away in Tabanan, a stunning 20-kilometer drive from Denpasar.

Next up is the Uluwatu Temple, sitting proudly on a 300-foot (90-meter) cliff that crowns the Bukit Peninsula at the island's southernmost point. This temple has been a symbol of reverence for the Balinese people since the 10th century.

Finally, a vibrant ballet of Balinese dance and song around a roaring bonfire (the renowned Kecak dance) takes place.