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Sidemen Melukat Purification Ritual (Ubud)

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Activity provider: SIDEMEN TREKKING
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1.5-hour tour in Ubud, including Sarong and sash for temple dress code and Offerings for the ceremony. Run by SIDEMEN TREKKING, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 1.5 hours
  • Sarong and sash for temple dress code
  • Offerings for the ceremony
  • Guidance from a local priest or experienced local guide

Sidemen Melukat Purification Ritual (Ubud): Key Facts

PriceFrom $34.5 per person
Duration1.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 1.5-hour experience in Ubud. It is run by SIDEMEN TREKKING, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Tirta Empul is a water temple on the Pakerisan river at Tampaksiring, founded in 962 AD around a spring the Balinese hold sacred. The purification ritual, melukat, means entering the pool and moving from spout to spout under the water in order; two of the spouts are reserved for funeral rites and are not used, and a guide will show you which. Sarongs are provided at the entrance, and you will want a change of clothes for afterwards. The temple is busiest with local worshippers around full moon and on Balinese holy days, which is worth knowing rather than avoiding. The presidential palace built by Sukarno in the 1950s stands on the hill directly above the springs.

The price covers Sarong and sash for temple dress code, Offerings for the ceremony and Guidance from a local priest or experienced local guide. It does not cover Hotel pickup and drop-off, Personal expenses and Tips, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

SIDEMEN TREKKING sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with SIDEMEN TREKKING before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Sarong and sash for temple dress code
  • Offerings for the ceremony
  • Guidance from a local priest or experienced local guide

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips (optional)

Important information

Meeting point

SIDEMEN TREKKING sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 5 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Patrice
July 1, 2026

Amazing. Daria was so nice and explained everything. No one else was there. Authentic and gorgeous natural surroundings.

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Celine
April 9, 2026

It was a fantastic insight of the Hindu culture. I thoroughly enjoyed the 1 on 1 activity and explanations provided by my guide.

5
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Emilie
May 18, 2026

Super moment ! Le guide était adorable et ces explications très claires et intéressantes Nous étions seules au temple durant la purification, ce qui a permis à ce moment d’être magique, loin de la foule, en toute intimité. Nous avons passés un moment très agréable et enrichissant, Je recommande !

Frequently Asked Questions

SIDEMEN TREKKING sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover hotel pickup and drop-off, personal expenses and tips (optional). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
A sarong and sash, provided at the gate and included, with shoulders covered. Women who are menstruating are asked not to enter temple grounds; this is observed rather than policed. At Uluwatu keep sunglasses, hats and phones zipped away before the gate because of the monkeys.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Sarong and sash for temple dress code, Offerings for the ceremony, Guidance from a local priest or experienced local guide
The duration of the Sidemen Melukat Purification Ritual (Ubud) is typically 1.5 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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