Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, Bali: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Jatiluwih Rice Terraces cover roughly 600 hectares of sculpted paddies on the southern slopes of Mount Batukaru in central Bali, at elevations between 700 and 850 meters above sea level. The terraces follow the subak irrigation system—a cooperative water management method dating to the 9th century and recognized as a UNESCO Cultural Landscape since 2012. Walking paths loop through the fields in circuits of 2 to 5 kilometers, passing small temples and offering platforms at each water junction. Entry costs 40,000 rupiah, and the terraces are about a 90-minute drive northwest of Ubud. is just one of many options in Bali. Major attractions worth considering include Kanto Lampo Waterfall, DMZ Bali 3D Art Museum, and FlowRider Waterbom Bali.