The Bali Swing, and How to Choose One Worth the Photo
Updated: 3 days ago
A Bali swing straps you into a seat and throws you out over a river gorge or a wall of rice terraces, and nearly all of them sit a short drive from Ubud. What the photos leave out is the queue by mid morning, the price that climbs with the height, and safety that shifts operator to operator. We cover where they are and how to spot a safe one.
Higher swing, higher price, and entry costs extra
Nearly all Bali swings sit in the hills around Ubud, most of them near Tegallalang.
At one Tegallalang operator a 15 m swing lists at Rp263,813 (about A$21) and a 25 m swing at Rp293,125 (about A$23).
Ride prices there exclude the entrance fee, so ask for the total before you pay.
A safe operator clips you into a separate harness on a fixed line and sends one rider at a time.
Arrive near opening for softer light and a shorter queue.
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What the Swing Photos Quietly Crop Out
In the photo it is just you, the seat and open air over the jungle. Stand at the site and it is a queue, a staff member clipping people in one after another, and a backdrop that is a built attraction rather than untouched wild. None of that ruins it. It just means the shot takes planning, not luck.
Read more: Ubud or Canggu, Which Suits Your Trip?
Where the Swings Are, and How to Pick One
Nearly every swing sits in the hills around Ubud, where the rice terraces and river valleys give the drop its backdrop. Most cluster near Tegallalang, and most bolt the swing onto a wider setup: a cafe, a garden, a row of other photo props. Plan on a short stop, not a full day out.
The part to check, rather than assume, is safety. An operator worth its ticket clips you into a separate harness on a fixed line, on top of the swing seat, and sends one rider at a time. Height sets the price, so the tallest, most photographed swings cost the most, and in our view taller stops being worth it the moment the queue does not move.
What really decides the morning is timing. Get there early and you get soft light, thin crowds and cool air. Leave it to late morning and the popular swings run a rolling queue in full sun. Tie the swing to a rice terrace walk or a nearby waterfall and the drive up to Ubud earns its place.
How Much Does a Bali Swing Cost?
Each operator sets its own prices. As one published example, these are the normal ride prices at Alas Harum in Tegallalang, checked on its official site on 24 October 2026. The entrance fee is charged separately, and the site was running a 25% online discount on that date. Australian dollar figures use A$1 to about Rp12,500.
Swing | Height | Normal price | Who can ride |
Single Angel Swing | 15 m | Rp263,813 (about A$21) | One rider, 35 to 150 kg |
Super Extreme Swing | 25 m | Rp293,125 (about A$23) | One rider, 35 to 150 kg |
Couple Swing | 20 m | Rp410,375 (about A$33) | Two riders, up to 250 kg in total |
Swing Bed | Not stated | Rp498,313 (about A$40) | 2 to 4; age 5+ with a parent |
Two things stand out. Height costs more, and the ride price does not include getting in. Ask for the full amount, entrance included, before you hand over any money.
Sort These Before You Book a Swing
Check the operator clips you into a separate safety harness, not just the swing seat on its own.
Ask which height the ticket buys, because the taller swings cost more and sell as separate tiers.
Turn up near opening, before the mid morning queue stacks up at the best known sites.
Wear something you can move in, since the wind at the top of the arc is stronger than it looks.
Find out if photos are included, since some sites fold a photographer in and others charge extra.
See also: Explore Bali Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the Bali swings?
Most are in and around Ubud, particularly near Tegallalang, where rice terraces and river valleys give the swing its backdrop.
Are the Bali swings safe?
A reputable operator clips you into a separate safety harness on a fixed line, on top of the swing seat, and sends one rider at a time. Confirm this before you book.
How much does a Bali swing cost?
It depends on the operator and the height. At Alas Harum in Tegallalang, normal ride prices listed on 24 October 2026 ran from Rp263,813 (about A$21) for a 15 m single swing to Rp498,313 (about A$40) for a swing bed, with the entrance fee charged separately.
When is the best time to visit a Bali swing?
Near opening time, for softer light, cooler air and thinner queues before the mid morning rush.
Do I need a special outfit for the Bali swing?
No. A flowing dress is popular for photos, but the wind at height is stronger than it looks, so wear whatever you feel secure in.
Build the Ubud Day Around It
One swing is a photo, not an itinerary. Sort where you sleep, line up a couple of other stops, and settle transport so the run up into the hills pays off beyond the single frame.
Where To Stay?
Swings cluster around Ubud, so sleep nearby there. Compare hotels and villas across Bali and lock your first night before the swing day fills up.
Things To Do
A swing is one photo, not a whole day out. Browse tours, temple visits and day trips across Bali so the hours around it are already spoken for.
Rent A Car
Swing spots hide up narrow inland lanes near Ubud. Compare car hire across Bali, check what your licence needs, and sort the drive up there soon.
Sources: Alas Harum Bali, rides and attraction prices (checked 24 October 2026).
Last verified: 24 October 2026
