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Ubud Monkey Forest

Expert rating:
4 / 5
By Catur Herawanto
7 min read
Updated: Jul 07, 2025

There is no way you can never have heard of Ubud Monkey Forest. Chances are, you’ve seen the monkey selfies all over your Instagram or TikTok and wondered where the location is. Well, you’ve guessed correctly if you realised they were all taken at this monkey forest Bali sanctuary in the corner of Ubud.

We will walk you through everything about the Monkey Forest Ubud so you have enough information on your hands to deal with the cheeky white-tailed macaques. Are you ready for the most fun stroll in Ubud?

Content

  • The tourists are making the photo with monkey from Monkey Forest
  • The path for walking through Ubud Monkey Forest
  • Merchandise shop on the territory of Monkey Forest
  • Cave with the carvings in Monkey Forest in Ubud
  • One of the temples in Ubud Monkey Forest
  • The family of monkeys of the territory of Forest in Ubud
  • The parking area near Ubud Monkey Forest
  • Ubud Monkey Forest - entrance for vehicles
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  • The tourists are making the photo with monkey from Monkey Forest
  • The path for walking through Ubud Monkey Forest
  • Merchandise shop on the territory of Monkey Forest
  • Cave with the carvings in Monkey Forest in Ubud
  • One of the temples in Ubud Monkey Forest
  • The family of monkeys of the territory of Forest in Ubud
  • The parking area near Ubud Monkey Forest
  • Ubud Monkey Forest - entrance for vehicles

All You Need to Know Before Visiting Ubud Monkey Forest

How to Purchase Tickets

Purchasing entrance tickets to Monkey Forest Ubud, Bali can be achieved online and offline with no price differences. The perk of buying the tickets online is that you can skip the line at reception and the staff at the entrance gate will directly scan your tickets.

Here’s how you can buy the tickets online:

  1. Go to Monkey Forest Ubud’s official website

  2. Click Book Now

  3. Pick your date and click Continue

  4. Choose how many tickets you want to purchase and then click Continue

  5. You will be redirected to the sign-up page

  6. Choose your payment method and you’re done!

There are only two categories of tickets at Monkey Forest Ubud: adults and children. The price is also different for weekday and weekend visits.

💸 Price for adults: IDR 80K (weekdays) / IDR 100K (weekends)

💸 Price for children: IDR 60K (weekdays) / IDR 80K (weekends)

Ticketing office in Ubud Monkey Forest

What Should You Bring?

Before you head to Monkey Forest Ubud, you need to gather some essentials to make your experience more pleasant.

  • Closed bags (backpacks/shoulder bags)

  • Sunscreen

  • Hats

  • Bug repellent

  • Bottle of water

  • Sunglasses

Remember to keep everything inside your bag so the cheeky monkeys cannot snatch your belongings.

Interactions with Monkeys

Before excitement gets the best of you when you can see the monkeys in their habitat, there are a few things to pay attention to:

DOs

  • Keep your belongings secure inside your bag.

  • Leave your valuable things, such as jewellery and passports, in your room.

  • Dress appropriately since there are temples inside the Monkey Forest, and avoid mosquitos and bugs.

  • Take photos or videos of the monkeys and don’t forget that monkey selfie!

DON’Ts

  • Don’t stare the monkeys in the eye, as they will take it as a challenge to them.

  • Do not feed them. This policy ensures that their diet is maintained.

  • Don’t bring plastic bags and food, as the monkeys will know there is food and try to find it. Plastic bags are prohibited in keeping the Monkey Forest area clean.

  • Don’t panic if they come at you. Just stay calm and don’t run, as they will chase you!

  • Don’t disturb the monkeys, especially the young ones, as the mothers can be protective and aggressive.

Indonesian woman is making a photograph with a monkey

What We Like and What We Don’t About Ubud Monkey Forest

What We Like

  • Undoubtedly one of the best sanctuaries in Ubud and a perfect place for a casual stroll.

  • The monkeys! Playful and funny, observing their behaviours is truly a joy to behold!

  • One-stop spot. At Monkey Forest, you can walk in the forest, witness the monkey’s bold nature, learn about the trees, visit the temples, and watch the performances all within the same ground!

  • The guide on interacting with the monkeys is strategically placed as a reminder for visitors.

  • The First Aid corner is something we don’t see often and, considering the risks, this is a great facility to have!

What We Don't

  • It can be extremely crowded with visitors. As it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ubud, the crowds can be overwhelming.

  • The monkey’s behaviours can be unpredictable. If you’re not into surprise acts, then this place is not for you.

  • Despite the policy, some visitors still bring plastic water bottles or food, which can be annoying when it ends up on the ground.

Ubud Monkey Forest Location + Opening Hours

Monkey Forest Opening Hours

  • Monday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Tuesday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Wednesday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Thursday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM

Ubud Monkey Forest entrance signboard

There are a few ways to get to Ubud Monkey Forest:

  • By car. The easiest way is to rent a car and have a driver drop you off and pick you up once you’re finished. There is also a spacious parking lot if you want to drive a car yourself.

  • By motorbike. If you want to have freedom explore the surrounding areas afterward.

  • By Grab/Gojek. It’s more convenient if you’re staying close to Ubud and cheaper.

  • Walking! If you’re staying close by, walking is certainly a more eco-friendly option and the best way to enjoy what Ubud has to offer.

Expert Opinion about Ubud Monkey Forest

This Sacred Bali Monkey Forest in Ubud is an interesting place to visit as you can observe the monkeys in their natural habitat, as well as being a great spot to walk around since it is basically a forest! Despite the crowd, this is still a must-visit since there are only two monkey sanctuaries in Bali, the other one being Sangeh Monkey Forest.

As long as you follow the guidelines, there is no reason for you to be alarmed by the monkeys’ behaviours. So, what are you waiting for? Ubud Monkey Forest can be one of the highlights of your trip to Bali!

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Reviews about Ubud Monkey Forest

Review by Tripadvisor
Marrimekko
Aug 01, 2026
4.0
Was a good experience, wondering round the Forrest watching the monkeys. Was busy but generally nit too bad for July. Babies where very cute.
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ouakari
Aug 01, 2026
5.0
Magnifique endroit avec énormément de singes en liberté. La végétation luxuriante en fait un endroit magnifique. Nous n’avons pas eu de soucis avec des singes agressifs ou pickpockets. Un très bon moment.
Review by Tripadvisor
Wanderer
Jul 29, 2026
3.0
Okay; picture the scene. You’re in Ubud, Bali. You’ve seen the cute monkeys, watched the TikToks, and seen the monkey selfies posted online. You think, this might be fun - and it is, but not without some issues. The sanctuary is quite small. It is essentially a small forest, with pathed areas, and the monkeys are encouraged to stay within the grounds with vast piles of food placed at strategic locations. What you get, for your money, is the chance to see monkeys doing what monkeys do best; eat, climb, fight, and steal things from tourists. (I witnessed an entire DLSR camera being stolen from a closed rucksack, whisked up a tree, and dropped to likely destruction, by an inquisitive monkey). What you don’t get is any sense of conservation or even education. The only signs in the whole place give basic information about certain temples. There was also some signage about some monkeys (held captive in cages) due to them being blind or in need of rehabilitation. Outside food and drink is not allowed. There is only one small café on site. Due to the trees, it is very humid and quite uncomfortable to walk around after a couple of hours. There are far too many people at the location. People outnumber the monkeys 2-to-1 so everyone is jostling for photographs (mainly of the cute baby monkeys). There are only a few thin paths. One of these is very picturesque, near a bridge, so expect the crowd to come to a standstill whilst people take photographs. To be fair, this is to be expected, but in the heat it feels claustrophobic and suffocating. The back end of the sanctuary also feels barren and quite run down. And finally, the dreaded ‘influencer’ / instagram trap. If you dare to risk the chance of rabies, you can pay an extra 50,000 IDR per person, to join a, let’s call it a cluster, because queue is far from accurate. This money buys you a wrist band so you and the ‘throng’ can wait in the heat for up to 30-40 minutes, for one of the guides to coax a monkey from the trees, with peanuts. The guid will then use your phone to take photographs, on 0.5f wide lens, to make it look as if the monkey has taken a selfie with you. To be fair, it is fun. The end results are questionable. It can make your forehead look MASSIVE due to the focal length. Overall, it’s hard to say don’t do this attraction. If it’s your first time in Ubud, you absolutely SHOULD visit. But the appeal quickly wears off and I would suggest it’s a one-and-done sort of attraction.
Review by Tripadvisor
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Alexandra P
Jul 26, 2026
5.0
Top-notch monkey forest, there are some everywhere, I recommend it, the only downside is that you have to pay again to take a photo.
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Hi, Catur here. I’ve been living in Bali for 12 years, and you bet I’ve done all the temple visits and explored Bali’s best beaches and waterfalls. Adding my hospitality background and 13+ years of fiction writing to the mix (four self-published Indonesian books and a 2020 Wattys Award), I’ve shared the local insight about 100+ restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels, and beach clubs on the island, because I want you to get the best experience!

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