Spooky views, plus real photo stops. This Ubud private ghost tour pairs a history lesson at Bali’s biggest abandoned Bedugul Hotel with postcard scenery like Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, so you get both atmosphere and real photo chances. I love that included lunch and round-trip transfers take the logistics stress off, and I love that a private tour means your driver can slow down for shots. One thing to consider: it’s about 10 hours and there’s some walking at Banyumala, so wear grippy shoes.

The day starts around 8:00am and moves through four different moods: a temple floating on the lake, the ghost-palace hotel exterior, twin waterfalls, then the swing-and-lake views at Wanagiri Hidden Hills. If you want spooky without skipping the scenery, this route is built for that.

Key Highlights Worth Waking Up For

• Bali’s biggest abandoned hotel (Bedugul) with a local ghost-palace reputation and a story-heavy stop
• Temple on the lake at Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, timed well for photos and calm strolling
• Twin waterfalls at Banyumala where you can swim if you feel like it, plus you’ll earn your best views with walking
• Wanagiri Hidden Hills photo spots including a swing, bird-nest-style perch, and Buyan Lake panoramas
• Private pacing with a real driver-guide feel, and names like Radi, Dekwi, and Benik show up in feedback
• Practical value for a long day: air-conditioned transport, bottled water, and lunch included for about $61.54 per person

A Private Ghost Tour That Still Feels Like a Sightseeing Day

Bali ghost tours can go two ways: all scare stories with little to see, or all photos with no meaning. This one aims for the best middle ground. You start with a major temple setting, then you hit Bedugul’s abandoned hotel—the star attraction—then you switch gears into nature at Banyumala Twin Waterfalls and Wanagiri Hidden Hills.

What I like most for you: a private setup tends to make the timing feel smoother. Instead of being herded, you can ask questions, adjust your pace, and spend a little extra time at the best photo angles. Add in pickup, an air-conditioned minivan, lunch, and bottled water, and the day stops feeling like a series of logistics tasks.

The main consideration is simply energy. It’s a long day (about 10 hours), and the waterfall stop includes some walking. If you’re not a frequent hiker, don’t panic—just plan for short, steady movement and shoes you trust on wet surfaces.

The 8:00am Start and How the Route Keeps You Moving (Without Rushing)

The tour runs from 8:00am onward and is built as a full loop across Bedugul area highlights and lake views. Each major stop is about an hour, and that’s a helpful rhythm. You get enough time to look around, get a few photos, and reset—without feeling like you’re trapped in a bus for hours between tiny scraps of sightseeing.

Transport matters here. You’ll be in an air-conditioned minivan, with hotel pickup and drop-off. That’s a real plus in Bali’s heat, especially when your day includes outdoor walking and photo stops. Also, bottled water is included, so you’re not constantly checking if you need to buy something just to keep going.

One more practical note: this tour is listed as requiring at least 02 people per booking. So if you’re traveling as a duo, you’re in good shape. If you’re solo, you’ll want to check availability and whether your booking can still be confirmed under that requirement.

Ulun Danu Bratan Temple: A Soft Start Before the Spooky Stuff

Your first stop is Ulun Danu Bratan Temple. It’s known for its scenic temple setting on the lake of Bratan (the tour info calls it Beratan), with hills in the background that frame the view nicely. This is a great opener because it’s calmer than the hotel stop. You get an hour to slow down, soak in the atmosphere, and take photos before the day turns into abandoned-building spooky.

What to expect:

• About 1 hour at the temple
• Admission ticket included
• Plenty of photo potential due to the lake-and-hills backdrop

The only drawback: because it’s a signature temple viewpoint, it can be busy at times depending on the day and light. If you want cleaner shots, move slightly after your first photos and give yourself a few minutes to adjust your angles.

Bedugul’s Abandoned Hotel: Why the “Ghost Palace” Story Pulls You In

Then you go to the main event: the abandoned Bedugul Hotel, often described locally as a ghost palace. The building is big, and it was built around the 1990s for what was meant to be the biggest hotel in the area. Now it’s abandoned, and that shift is exactly what makes this stop work for a ghost-tour theme.

You’ll get about 1 hour here, and importantly, the admission ticket for this stop is free.

What makes this stop effective (and how to handle it)

This isn’t just a quick peek at a dilapidated building. It’s set up as a history-and-story stop. That helps you connect the spooky vibe to something real, not just spooky-for-spooky’s-sake.

For you, the practical part is photo logistics and personal safety:

• Bring shoes you can move in comfortably around uneven ground
• Use your guide’s pacing—stay where it feels safe and don’t rush into sketchy corners for a shot
• If you’re thinking of dramatic night-style photos, remember this is a daytime tour, so focus on angles, framing, and lines rather than chasing “dark haunt” effects

If you’re someone who likes stories but not extreme horror, this is a strong fit. If you want an adrenaline roller-coaster, you might find the atmosphere more “mystery” than “scare.”

Banyumala Twin Waterfalls: Nature Break, With Walking You’ll Notice

After the hotel, you switch to water and greenery at Banyumala Twin Waterfalls. The tour calls it one of Bali’s most beautiful waterfalls, and the big reason is the combination: twin falls, a viewpoint worth the effort, and a natural place for photos.

You’ll have about 1 hour here, with the admission ticket included. The tour info also notes it’s a good spot for swimming, so if conditions allow and you’re comfortable getting in, you may have that option.

The trade-off is physical effort

This is the stop where you’ll feel the day. There’s some walking involved, and you’ll want to factor in wet surfaces, steps, and uneven paths. It’s not billed as a hard hike, but it is real movement.

Practical tips:

• Wear grippy footwear (flip-flops can get messy fast)
• Keep your phone secure if you plan to dip into the water
• Don’t sprint between viewpoints. Slow down for steadier shots and safer footing

Wanagiri Hidden Hills: Swing, Bird-Nest Style Perch, and Lake Panoramas

Then comes a very different vibe: Wanagiri Hidden Hills. This is one of those stops where you come for the view and leave with a bunch of photos you’ll actually want to post.

The tour gives you about 1 hour, with admission included. It highlights multiple photo structures and spots:

• a swing experience
• a bird nest style photo perch
• scenic background views over Buyan Lake (with amazing panoramas)

This stop is built for “I want a fun photo” energy, and the timing after the waterfall works well. You’ve earned your breaks, and Wanagiri feels like the payoff moment.

One caution: photo stops can tempt you into overextending yourself—especially if you’re trying to climb for a perfect angle. Use the time to get shots from safe positions first. You can always come back for one more later if there’s slack in the schedule.

Indonesian Lunch and Bottled Water: The Budget-Saving Part You’ll Appreciate

Food on tours can be a surprise expense. Here, the tour includes an Indonesian lunch plus bottled water. That matters because it helps keep the “real cost” close to the advertised price. It also means you don’t spend the best part of your day hunting for a decent meal while your driver waits.

You’ll likely want to keep your lunch light-ish so you still have energy for the later photo spots. Also, alcoholic drinks aren’t included, so if that’s part of your routine, plan to purchase separately.

Guides Like Radi, Dekwi, and Benik: Why the Personal Touch Matters

A ghost tour lives or dies on the guide. You want someone who can explain the story clearly and also handle the day with common sense: when to move, where to stand for photos, and how to keep things flowing.

In feedback tied to this tour, you’ll see guide names that come up with specific strengths:

• Radi is described as friendly, knowledgeable, and with good English
• Dekwi is credited with making the day enjoyable, even though the booking expectation was different than what the pair experienced
• Benik is described as funny and nice, with cool photo help

Even if you don’t get those exact guides, the pattern is useful: the service style seems to be more personal than factory-tour. For you, that translates into better pacing and more confidence during the abandoned-hotel stop—where it helps to have someone who knows how to keep your experience respectful and safe.

Price Check: What $61.54 Gets You for 10 Hours

At about $61.54 per person, the biggest question is whether this is good value. In this case, it stacks up because the price covers a lot of the costly stuff:

• private tour (not a shared bus experience)
• hotel pickup and drop-off
• transport by air-conditioned minivan
• lunch
• bottled water
• admission tickets for multiple stops (and the hotel admission is free)

You’re not just paying for one attraction. You’re paying for a structured day that strings together a temple, an abandoned hotel story, a waterfall nature stop, and lake-and-swing photo fun, all in one loop.

One extra practical point: this tour is noted as often booked around 29 days in advance on average. That’s your hint that if you want your preferred date, it’s smart to lock it in sooner rather than later.

Who Should Book This Bali Ghost Tour (and Who Might Skip It)

This is a strong match if you:

• love photo-friendly stops but also want a story at the abandoned hotel
• prefer a private day with pickup and drop-off
• are okay with moderate walking (especially at Banyumala)
• want a full-day loop that covers lake temples, waterfalls, and viewpoints in one go

You might choose something else if you:

• want a super intense spooky experience with big scare moments (this feels more mystery-and-history than horror theater)
• have very limited mobility and don’t want any walking at the waterfall stop
• dislike long days. Ten hours is a commitment.

Should You Book? A Simple Decision Guide

If you want a day that feels like Bali—temple views, real Indonesian scenery, and a spooky abandoned-hotel story—this is an easy yes. The value is helped by lunch, water, and transport being included, and the private format makes the day feel more flexible than a standard group tour.

If you’re on the fence, decide based on two things:

1. Can you handle about 10 hours with some walking?
2. Do you want a haunted-building stop that’s story-focused rather than adrenaline-focused?

If both answers are yes, you should book. And if your plans are uncertain, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time.

FAQ

How early does the Bali Ghost Tour start in Ubud?

The tour start time is 8:00 am.

How long is the Bali Ghost Tour to the abandoned Bedugul Hotel?

It runs for about 10 hours.

Is this tour private, and is there a minimum booking size?

Yes. It’s a private tour with only your group participating, and it requires a minimum of 02 people per booking.

What is the main abandoned hotel stop, and is admission included?

The tour visits the abandoned Bedugul Hotel, and the admission ticket for this stop is free.

What stops are included during the day?

You’ll visit Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, the abandoned Bedugul Hotel, Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, and Wanagiri Hidden Hills.

What is included in the tour price (besides transportation)?

The price includes bottled water, hotel pickup and drop-off, transport by air-conditioned minivan, lunch, and all taxes, fees, and handling charges.

How physically demanding is the tour?

It’s listed for travelers with a moderate physical fitness level, and there will be some walking at the waterfall stop.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, the amount paid isn’t refunded.