Let’s set the scene. You’re barefoot in a garden carved into the jungle. Frangipani blossoms perfume the warm air. A gamelan orchestra hums softly behind you. Fireflies begin to glow just as you promise forever. This isn’t a dream. It’s your Ubud garden wedding.
Welcome to Ubud, Bali’s verdant, soulful heart—a sanctuary of rice terraces, temples, and tranquility. If you’re planning a destination wedding that blends elegance with adventure, serenity with spirit, and natural beauty with cultural richness, Ubud is your tropical daydream come true.
Why Ubud is the Ultimate Garden Wedding Paradise
Sure, Bali’s beaches get the glory—but Ubud? Ubud is the soul.
Here, time slows down. The jungle wraps around you like a blessing. Ceremonies happen beneath banyan trees, receptions unfold beneath fairy-lit fronds, and monkeys might crash your cocktail hour (seriously—they’re part of the charm).
Couples fall for Ubud because it’s personal, poetic, and just a little bit wild. And the garden venues? Chef’s kiss. Intimate, luxurious, and designed to melt your heart—and your guests’ Instagram feeds.
The Best Romantic Garden Wedding Venues in Ubud
Let’s wander through some of Ubud’s dreamiest spots to say “I do.”
🌿 Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Vibe: Luxurious, spiritual, riverside calm
Exchange vows on the Temple Lawn, a sacred garden adjacent to a 100-year-old temple, with the Ayung River murmuring in the background. Afterward, dine beneath a canopy of stars with candlelight flickering across the jungle.
👉 Visit Mandapa
🌺 Hanging Gardens of Bali
Vibe: Jungle magic meets design icon
This venue is famous for its split-level infinity pool—but the floating wedding deck is where the real magic happens. Surrounded by forest and temples, it’s like getting married inside a dream.
👉 See Hanging Gardens
🌾 The Royal Pita Maha
Vibe: Regal Balinese elegance
Built by Ubud royalty, this spot offers garden paths that wind past sacred water features and into lush ceremony spaces that feel straight out of mythology.
👉 Explore Pita Maha
🌴 Alila Ubud
Vibe: Tranquil chic in the treetops
This hillside escape pairs minimalist design with lush natural surrounds. Get married in a coconut grove and toast to love with jungle views all around.
👉 Visit Alila
🕊️ COMO Shambhala Estate
Vibe: Wellness-meets-wonder
For couples drawn to healing, harmony, and ultra-luxury, COMO offers wedding experiences surrounded by waterfalls, stone paths, and meditative calm.
👉 Check COMO
Insider Tips for Planning Your Garden Wedding in Ubud
💡 Planning a wedding in the jungle is magical—but it helps to know a few things before you dive in.
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Best Time to Say “I Do”: Dry season (April–October) is your best bet. Expect sunshine, pleasant evenings, and no surprise rainstorms.
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Go Local: Consider a Balinese blessing, traditional flower arrangements (think: marigolds, jasmine, frangipani), and live gamelan music to make your ceremony unforgettable.
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Culinary Delights: From satay skewers to banana leaf-wrapped fish, Balinese wedding menus are unforgettable. Add a touch of modern luxury with a dessert bar or tropical cocktails.
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Guest Logistics: Choose venues that offer on-site accommodation or are within 20 minutes of central Ubud. Trust us—jungle roads get dark at night!
FAQ: Ubud Wedding Edition
Q: How much does a garden wedding in Ubud cost?
A: Budgets vary wildly, but most venues offer packages starting from $2,500 for intimate elopements, going up to $20,000+ for luxury, multi-day celebrations.
Q: Can I legally get married in Bali?
A: Yes, but there are rules. Most couples do the legal bit at home and have a symbolic ceremony in Ubud. Your planner or venue coordinator can help.
Q: Will it be too hot?
A: Nope! Ubud sits slightly higher than the coast, so the jungle air is warm but often cooler than beach towns.
Capturing the Magic (and Monkeys)
Your Ubud wedding deserves more than snapshots—it deserves artful storytelling. As a destination wedding photographer, I’ve captured countless “I do’s” beneath palm trees, beside waterfalls, and even with a curious monkey in the background (true story).
Your wedding photos should not just show what your day looked like—they should show what it felt like.
Let’s Make Some Magic
If you’re dreaming of a garden wedding in Ubud, I’m here to help capture every emotion, every detail, every sparkle in your partner’s eye. Whether you’re planning a jungle elopement or a full celebration, I bring passion, experience, and heart to every story I tell.
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