If there’s something that truly stole my heart on my very first time in Ubud, it was the fact that I could leave the busy main road and, within less than five minutes, find myself on an Ubud rice field walks, strolling through a sea of green surrounded by nature. That’s the main reason why I decided to move here.
And if you love walking as much as I do, you’ll be happy to know that Ubud is full of possibilities to walk through rice paddies — some well-known, others more hidden — that will genuinely make you whisper wow and realize the true beauty of this place.
That’s precisely what I’m sharing in this blog post, so next time you’re here and craving a peaceful escape from the chaos of cars and tourists, you’ll know exactly where and when to go. Make sure to stick around till the end — the last one is the one you can’t miss if you have to pick just one.
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Ubud is famous for its iconic rice fields. But I’m not talking about the ones that have turned into tourist attractions, like the Tegallalang Rice Terraces. I mean the quiet ones — the rice fields still left to the farmers (and unfortunately, to quite a few villa developers too).
Walking these trails feels like the crazy, busy Jalan Raya Ubud belongs to a completely different city.
That’s precisely why I’ve put together this little guide to help you discover the best rice field walks in Ubud, away from the tourist crowds. The hidden spots where you can enjoy silence, nature, and the true magic of Ubud.
These are all places I’ve explored myself (some more than once!), now living here and falling in love with this side of the city over and over again.
1. Juwuk Manis Rice Field Walk (or Jalang Kajeng Rice Fields)
The Kajeng Rice Fields Walk is the one that made me fall in love with Ubud the very first time I came here. And now that I’ve been back, I instantly remembered why. It’s honestly so stunning, and only the pictures can truly do it justice.
The walking trail is surrounded by villas immersed in nature (so if you’re looking for a peaceful place to stay, this is an area to look into), with lush gardens and dreamy swimming pools. That’s what you’ll find along the first part of the trail.
Then, as you continue walking, palm trees line the path on both sides, and the views open up to endless rice fields, framed by even more palm trees and lush greenery.
I’m usually the kind of girl who loves walking with music on — but in this case, I took off my AirPods to fully take in the view in front of me.
How to Get There
The walk starts from the little market on Jalan Kajeng and doesn’t take too long if you stick to the main path without any detours — around 30 to 45 minutes. The road is paved until a certain point, and after that, you can keep walking further into the fields. I didn’t, as it had just rained both times I visited, and the terrain was way too muddy.
The trail is easy and flat, perfect for when you feel like moving your body a bit, but don’t want to walk for hours or cover a long distance. It’s more of a peaceful stroll than a hike, precisely what I love on slow mornings.
On the way back, you’ll notice a sign for the Sweet Orange Warung. Honestly, it would be a pity not to stop by — maybe for a coffee, especially if, like me, you’re taking this walk right before breakfast and want to enjoy a little coffee break, or if you need shelter from one of those classic Ubud rain showers. Their cappuccino is fantastic, by the way!
2. Sari Organic Walk
I discovered the Sari Organic Walk during my first days here in Ubud. I had heard about it before, but never actually had the chance to walk through those rice fields.
It’s pretty similar to the Juwuk Manis Walk, but way longer. The half-paved trail continues, becoming increasingly wild and peaceful the further you walk. I honestly don’t know how long it takes to complete the entire trail… I haven’t made it to the end yet! Both times I tried, the rain stopped me before I could finish.
At the beginning of the path, you’ll find all kinds of little warungs and cafés, perfect spots to sit down, grab a coffee, or even work with stunning rice field views. As you keep walking, there are also workshops, like jewelry-making classes, and even a few small art galleries hidden along the trail.
Behind all these places, the rice fields stretch as far as the eye can see, especially on the left-hand side, with the lush Ubud jungle as the perfect backdrop. You’ll also spot plenty of villas, yoga retreats, and guesthouses along the path — it’s the kind of place where you instantly start picturing yourself staying for weeks.
Even just walking part of it is so worth it: the colors of nature, the rice fields, the palm trees, and the charming little warungs all come together to create such a picturesque atmosphere.
How To Get There
The beginning of the Sari Organic Walk starts right at the end of Jalan Raya Ubud, just before you reach that beautiful intersection with three branches leading down towards Pura Gunung Lebah and the Penestanan area.
On your right, you’ll see a small road going uphill. You’ll soon notice a small market and a jewellery-making shop, where the road splits into two sections — a main road and a smaller walking trail. You want to take the smaller trail and keep walking — the rice fields are just ahead.
3. “Yellow Flower Bar” Walk
This isn’t an official walking trail, but the Yellow Flower Café is what I would consider the starting point of this rice field walk in Ubud.
Unlike the previous two walking trails, this one isn’t paved or designed for strolling, but honestly, the views you’ll get by wandering through this area are some of the most beautiful.
The first part of the walk is paved, as it leads you past villas, yoga studios, and guesthouses. But as you keep walking, the path gets wilder. The houses slowly disappear, replaced by coconut trees and all kinds of lush vegetation.
Eventually, you’ll find yourself surrounded by rice terraces. At this point, the trail is no longer paved, so I highly recommend walking here when the weather is good and it hasn’t rained the day before. Wear proper walking shoes.
There’s no precise path to follow here — you could actually get lost — so make sure to keep track of where you came from.
This is the trail to take if you want to disconnect from everything, be surrounded by pure nature, and take your time to explore.
How To Get There
Depending on where you’re staying, you’ll need to ask your driver to drop you off at the Penestanan Stairs. From there, climb up and take the path to the right, passing by Sadri Coffee. Keep going and you’ll soon reach the Yellow Flower Café, where your rice field walk begins.
I can’t really give you an exact duration for this walk — it’s entirely up to you and how much you feel like wandering around.
It doesn’t matter what time of day you go. Aside from the first section, which might be a bit busier with people heading to their villas or yoga studios, you probably won’t meet many others along the way. Just make sure the weather has been good — you don’t want to do this walk after rain.
4. Campuhan Ridge Walk
The Campuhan Ridge Walk in Ubud is probably the most well-known walking trail, loved by visitors, runners, and walkers. It was actually the first one I explored, literally on my first day after landing in Ubud.
I’ve visited it both in the morning and the afternoon, and I can confidently say its charm is more vivid in the morning. Even then, you can still expect to see some runners and walkers even at 7 AM. Not as many as later in the day, but you won’t have it entirely to yourself.
The most beautiful part of this walk is the beginning. You arrive and walk down this peaceful little path, with tree branches hanging overhead, and suddenly you’re standing in front of the Campuhan Bridge, with the river flowing below you. Right in front of you is the stunning Pura Gunung Lebah.
I haven’t had the chance to visit the temple yet — both times I went, it was closed — but even from the outside, you can already tell how beautiful it is, with its Meru-style roofs and shrines peeking through the trees.
From there, the trail starts to climb uphill. Compared to the rice field walks, this one is a little more challenging. It’s not a rice terrace trail, but a path winding up along a ridge, with the lush Ubud jungle on both sides. The trail goes slightly up and down until you reach a small village at the end, which you can explore.
The walk is definitely… let’s say, less “entertaining” compared to others, because you won’t find warungs, galleries, or quirky little shops along the way — it’s just pure, simple, untouched Ubud nature. But honestly, that’s more than enough.
How To Get There
To reach the Campuhan Ridge Walk, head to the end of Jalan Raya Ubud, the main street in town, where the road starts to slope down towards the Penestanan area.
Once you see the sign for Pura Gunung Lebah, turn right at the entrance of Ibah Villas, then turn left — you’ll spot the small path going downhill with the temple right in front of you. The trail begins just past the temple.
The whole walk takes around one hour, depending on how often you stop to take photos or soak in the view.
If you’re wondering about the best time to go, I’d say the early morning — even before 7 AM if you don’t mind an early start. That’s when the light is beautiful, the air is cooler, and there are fewer people around.
5. Kedewatan Rice Field Walk
I honestly didn’t know what to expect with this one. I had just been told to tell my driver to head towards Samkhya Villas, and from there, I would somehow find the rice fields.
Well… my driver dropped me off on the main road, and I walked down towards Samkhya Villas myself. But just five minutes after leaving the motorbike, the view in front of me left me completely speechless.
This is probably the most incredible rice field view I’ve seen in Bali, maybe only comparable to the Jatiluwih Rice Terraces — and it gave me one of those moments when you burst into tears because you’re so overwhelmed with gratitude for being exactly where you are.
In front of me was a sea of rice fields and palm trees stretching endlessly into the horizon, dotted with little villas and plantations. The palm leaves and rice swayed in the wind, and I even managed to catch something that looked like the beginning of a sunset. I felt like magic.
Here, you have two trail options:
The first option is to take the path on your left (before actually arriving at Samkya Villas), right after you arrive, which leads you straight into the middle of the rice fields. This path is a bit shorter — around 20 to 30 minutes — taking you through the heart of the fields, around some villas, and back to the main road (where I found the most magical hidden small temple)
The second option — and honestly, the one I suggest — is to walk down past Samkhya Villas and keep going. Along this route, you’ll pass a few more villas, but the views open up completely. You’ll enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of rice fields, completely unobstructed.
This trail feels like it never ends — and to be honest, I haven’t even reached the end myself. But trust me, you’re not ready for what you’ll see along the way. I kept telling myself it felt surreal, and no picture could ever do it justice.
If you have limited time and can only choose one rice field trail, let it be this one. You won’t find cafés or quirky shops here — just endless, peaceful, mesmerizing rice fields all around you.
How To Get There
You can tell your driver to head towards Samkhya Villas — the main road is Raya Sanggingan, and your driver will most likely drop you off there, near Mathis Retreat Ubud.
From there, take the small path downhill, and in less than five minutes, the rice terraces will open up right in front of you.
If you want to take the shorter trail, follow the very first detour you see on the left, which leads you right into the heart of the rice fields.
If you’re up for the longer trail, stay on the main path and keep walking straight ahead — that’s where the views open up.
Be sure to wear proper walking shoes, as the ground can become muddy and slippery, especially after recent rainfall.
Here, you don’t need to stress about timing — it’s super quiet and you likely won’t see many people around. However, if you want to catch a beautiful sunset, head there around 5 PM.
There’s truly something special about Ubud — but sometimes, you don’t feel it if you never leave the busy streets. The traffic? Sadly, that’s part of it. But trust me, that’s not all there is.
That’s precisely why, even if you’re only here for a few days, I recommend taking the time to explore at least one of these Ubud rice field walks. It’ll give you a whole different perspective on this place — the peaceful, green, quiet side that made me fall in love with Ubud in the first place.
If you’ve tried any of these walks — or discovered other hidden rice field trails — I’d love to hear about it! Feel free to share your favorites in the comments.
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