Ubud Monkey Forest

A natural habitat for over 600 Balinese long-tailed monkeys, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud is a tourist hotspot due to its religious and wildlife value. With roughly 115 species of trees combined with the numerous monkeys looking for handouts from tourists, this is quite delightful for nature lovers.

As the name suggests, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is a pristine forest spread prolifically over an area of 12.5 hectares inhabited by a plethora of congenial monkeys located in Bali. Also known as Ubud Monkey Forest, this sanctuary is owned by Pandangetal community and managed by Mandala Suci Wenara Wana Management. A large number of people flock to this sanctuary every year to witness the great spectacle of various monkeys climbing from tree to tree and get a chance to interact with them first hand.

One can find more than 186 plant species here, and a small herd of Timor Rusa Deer is kept in an enclosure for visitors to witness its beauty. Apart from the vibrant and high spirited monkeys, this place is made more special and sacred by the ancient temples that are situated in the forest. Dating back to the 14th century, these temples are beautifully constructed with fascinating carvings and intricate sculptures of monkeys and dragons, surrounded by lush green forests. It is a unique and perfect getaway to spend some time amidst nature and playful monkeys.