Peaceful Morning Tirta Empul Temple Water Purification Ceremony

Ubud, Indonesia
Duration1h - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Embark on a meaningful spiritual journey with our Melukat Ceremony package at Tirta Empul Temple. Unlike other tour providers that arrange activities starting from 8:00 AM, we offer a 7:15 AM appointment with a special access to the temple to avoid frustrating crowds. Experience the temple when it is still serene and quiet. Real skip-the-line experience!

Our package includes more than just the ceremony. Enjoy a guided temple tour during the Melukat Ceremony, where you’ll gain insights into the spiritual and cultural significance of the site. Everything is taken care of—entrance fees, ceremony materials, guiding fees, and a special sarong for the ceremony are all included.

What's included

  • Ceremony Materials
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Attire Rental (Sarong, Simple Dress - Not the Complete Traditional Balinese Dress)
  • Locker
  • Entrance Fee
  • Shuttle Transport is NOT Included

What to expect

  1. Tirta Empul Temple
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Tirta Empul Temple, located in Tampaksiring, Bali, is a sacred Hindu site dating back to 962 AD during the Warmadewa dynasty. The temple is dedicated to Vishnu, the god of water, and is renowned for its holy spring, which continuously supplies crystal-clear water to its purification pools and fountains. This spring is believed to hold healing properties and plays a central role in purification rituals like the Melukat Ceremony, where devotees seek spiritual cleansing and renewal.

    Tirta Empul Temple is deeply connected to Balinese mythology. According to legend, the spring was created by Lord Indra to counteract the evil King Mayadenawa, who poisoned local water sources. Indra pierced the earth to produce the water of immortality, saving his troops and restoring balance. The spring water is believed to have healing properties and is used for purification rituals.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet our guide at the ticketing

End point

Meet our guide at the ticketing

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants must wear a top that covers the shoulders, such as a T-shirt, and short bottoms that are above the knee, like shorts or a short skirt.
  • Participants must enter their WhatsApp registered phone number when booking so we can easily reach out.
  • Participants must bring a change of underwear or swimwear and a towel.
  • Travelers undergoing menstruation are strictly not allowed to enter the temple. If you menstruate after placing a booking, you can request a refund or reschedule.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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