Ubud: Forest Spa Treatment with Forest Swing

Ubud’s Forest Spa experience pairs a proper resort treatment with one of Bali’s most photogenic extras: a jungle swing above the valley. You can choose a 60, 90, or 120-minute package, then settle at Awana Lounge with a healthy drink or smoothie bowl. I like the open-air spa setting and the chance to use both the infinity pool and swing without booking separate activities.

The main drawback is price. At $82 per person, this costs more than a simple massage in Ubud. Hotel pickup is offered only from Central Ubud, and you should confirm it before the day of your appointment. One booking had to arrange last-minute transport after pickup was not available from the selected hotel.

Key points to know before booking

• Three treatment lengths: Choose a 60-minute Balinese massage, a 90-minute package with a lulur scrub and foot reflexology, or the 120-minute Heavenly Touch treatment.
• Awana Lounge finish: The 60- and 120-minute options include healthy juice, while the 90- and 120-minute options include a smoothie bowl.
• Valley views from the swing: Forest Spa adds a scenic jungle swing session, useful for photos as well as a little post-treatment fun.
• Resort facilities included: You can use the infinity pool and receive a towel during your visit.
• Private treatment room: The spa provides a private room for one person or a couple.
• Important restrictions: The experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, or children under 18.

A resort spa with a Bali photo stop built in

The appeal here is simple. You are not booking only a massage. You are booking a short resort escape at Kamandalu Ubud, with body treatments, valley views, a jungle swing, and time to enjoy the property’s facilities.

That combination matters in Ubud. Many massage shops offer good value, but the setting can be basic. Forest Spa asks you to pay more for the full package: a private room, a polished resort atmosphere, access to the pool, and a scenic place to linger before or after your treatment.

The spa uses an open-air setting, which fits Ubud’s calm, leafy feel. The provided information does not promise a particular view from every treatment room, so I would not book this solely on the hope of a dramatic panorama during the massage. The valley view is clearly part of the experience, especially from the swing.

The treatment is hosted in English, and the group is limited to four participants. Your massage itself takes place in a private room for one person or a couple, so the small-group label mainly matters for shared arrangements around the spa and resort facilities.

Choosing between 60, 90, and 120 minutes

Your package determines how much time you spend on massage, body care, and refreshments. Read the inclusions carefully, since the drink or food item changes with the option.

The 60-minute Balinese massage

The shortest choice gives you a 60-minute Balinese massage. It also includes an aromatherapy foot bath, use of the forest swing, infinity pool access, a towel, and a healthy juice at Awana Lounge.

This is the sensible choice if your schedule is tight or you want a polished massage without turning the spa visit into half a day. It also works well near the start or end of a busy Ubud itinerary. You get the resort setting and the signature swing, but not the longer body-care additions.

The 60-minute option is also the easiest to justify if you are comparing the $82 price with ordinary massage rates. You are paying for the surroundings and facilities as much as for the treatment itself.

The 90-minute Serene Escape

The 90-minute package adds a 20-minute Javanese lulur body scrub and 30-minute foot reflexology to the 60-minute Balinese massage. It includes a smoothie bowl rather than healthy juice.

This is probably the best fit if you want the spa to feel like a full self-care outing. The lulur scrub is a traditional Javanese body treatment designed to leave the skin feeling smooth, while the foot reflexology gives extra attention to an area that often gets little time in a standard massage.

The timing also gives you more room to slow down. You are not simply arriving, receiving a massage, and leaving for the next stop. The treatment has several stages, and the smoothie bowl gives you something more substantial than a drink afterward.

The 120-minute Heavenly Touch

The longest option begins with an aromatherapy foot bath, followed by a 60-minute Balinese massage using sunrise body oil. It then adds 30 minutes of foot reflexology, a 20-minute Javanese lulur body scrub, and a yoghurt rub.

This is the most complete package and the clearest choice for a special occasion. The yoghurt rub is intended to leave your skin soft and glowing, while the combination of massage, reflexology, and scrub gives the appointment a head-to-toe feel.

The 120-minute package includes a smoothie bowl and healthy juice, according to the listed inclusions. Since the general description says juice and/or smoothie bowl depending on the option, check the exact package details when booking so you know what is included.

What happens from foot bath to final scrub

The treatment sequence depends on your package, but the longer options give you a clear progression.

An aromatherapy foot bath starts the 90- and 120-minute treatments. This is a practical opening because it lets you settle before the massage begins. The 120-minute package then moves into a 60-minute Balinese massage using sunrise body oil.

The massage is the core of every package. The available information does not identify individual masseuses by name, but the strongest praise has focused on the quality of the massage team. That makes the treatment itself the main reason to book, not just the swing or resort setting.

Foot reflexology is included in the 90- and 120-minute choices. The 90-minute package provides 30 minutes, and the 120-minute package does the same. If your feet are tired after walking around Ubud, this extra attention may be more useful than another few minutes of general massage.

The Javanese lulur scrub takes 20 minutes in the longer packages. It is a body exfoliation step rather than another massage, so choose it because you like the idea of a skin treatment, not because you expect more hands-on muscle work.

The 120-minute Heavenly Touch finishes with the lulur scrub and yoghurt rub. You should leave extra time around the appointment rather than rushing straight to another activity. The entire point of the longer package is to slow the pace.

The jungle swing and valley views

The forest swing is the experience’s most distinctive extra. After your treatment, you can use the swing and take photos overlooking the valley. The setting gives this spa day a recognizable Ubud touch without requiring a separate swing attraction booking.

I like that the swing is included rather than treated as an optional add-on. It gives you a reason to step outside after spending time in the treatment room, and it helps explain part of the higher price.

Still, keep expectations sensible. The swing is a photo-friendly feature, not a full adventure ride. The available details do not specify how long you can use it, how many swings are available, or whether a staff member takes photos. You can take as many photos as you want, but bring your own phone or camera.

The swing may not suit everyone. People with mobility impairments are advised not to book this experience, and anyone uneasy with the height or movement should treat the swing as optional rather than the main event. The pool is an alternative if you prefer a slower way to enjoy the setting.

Awana Lounge, juice, and smoothie bowl

The visit finishes at Awana Lounge, where you claim the food or drink included with your selected package. The 60-minute option includes healthy juice. The 90-minute choice includes a smoothie bowl, and the 120-minute package lists both a healthy juice and smoothie bowl.

This is a small detail, but it affects the value. A smoothie bowl makes the 90-minute treatment feel more like a light meal, while juice is quicker and better if you have dinner plans afterward.

Do not assume the lounge stop replaces a full meal. The information describes a healthy juice and smoothie bowl, not a complete restaurant meal. If you need substantial food, plan around it.

You can also use the infinity pool. That makes the resort setting more useful, especially if you want to turn the appointment into a longer afternoon or evening visit. The experience description also mentions relaxing under the stars, suggesting that later appointments may offer a pleasant evening atmosphere, though exact lighting and operating details are not provided.

Is $82 good value in Ubud?

At $82 per person, this is not a budget massage. Ubud has many places where you can book a basic treatment for much less. If your only goal is a one-hour massage, I would spend less elsewhere.

The value improves when you use the full package. The fee includes the treatment, a private room, towel, swing, infinity pool, and resort facilities. The longer options add a body scrub, foot reflexology, and food or drink at Awana Lounge.

The setting is the real price difference. You are paying for a premier hotel spa rather than a simple storefront treatment. That can make sense for a birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, or final afternoon in Bali when you want one polished experience instead of several smaller stops.

A birthday booking can be especially appealing because the setting is quiet and scenic, and the valley views give the occasion a clear sense of place. Just confirm transport early. A beautiful spa day becomes less relaxing if you are trying to find a ride at the last minute.

Transport, timing, and what to bring

Hotel transfers are included from Central Ubud only. This is useful if your hotel is in the central pickup zone, but do not assume every Ubud address qualifies. Confirm the pickup directly after booking, even if you entered your hotel details during checkout.

One booking had difficulty getting to the resort because transport from the selected hotel was not possible. The practical lesson is simple: ask for confirmation before the appointment date, and arrange a backup ride if your accommodation is outside Central Ubud.

The listed duration is one hour to 90 minutes, while the package details also include a 120-minute option. Since the actual treatment length depends on the package you select, check availability and the exact timing before paying.

Bring a passport or ID card. Pets are not allowed. The host language is English, and the group size is limited to four participants.

The experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, or children under 18. Those restrictions matter because the visit involves spa treatment, resort movement, a swing, and pool access.

Who will enjoy this Forest Spa visit most?

I would recommend it to you if you want a resort-quality massage and care about the setting as much as the treatment. It suits couples, solo visitors marking a special day, and anyone who wants a gentle break from temples, markets, and scheduled sightseeing.

The 90-minute Serene Escape is the strongest middle choice. You get the massage, scrub, foot reflexology, and smoothie bowl without committing to the longest appointment.

Choose the 120-minute Heavenly Touch if you want the most complete spa session and have room in your day. It is also the package that makes the $82 price easiest to defend, since it includes the widest range of treatment steps and refreshments.

Choose the 60-minute treatment if you want to keep the visit focused. You still receive the massage, swing, pool access, and juice, but you skip the scrub and reflexology.

I would not choose this experience if you are mainly chasing the cheapest massage in Bali, need a fully accessible activity, are pregnant, or are booking for anyone under 18. The transport limits are another reason to look closely at your hotel location.

Should you book the Forest Spa treatment?

Book it if you want more than a massage. The strongest reasons are the excellent massage quality, private treatment setting, valley views, and easy mix of spa care with the swing, pool, and Awana Lounge.

For the best balance of time and extras, I would choose the 90-minute Serene Escape. Pick the 120-minute Heavenly Touch for a special occasion, and the 60-minute treatment for a shorter visit.

The price is high compared with local massage shops, but the resort facilities and scenic setting make it a different kind of purchase. Confirm hotel pickup before the day, check the exact inclusions for your chosen package, and bring identification. If those details work for you, this is a polished and relaxing way to spend part of your Ubud stay.

FAQ

How much does the Forest Spa experience cost?

The listed price is $82 per person. The value includes the selected spa treatment, forest swing use, infinity pool use, a towel, a private room for one person or a couple, and the food or drink assigned to the package.

How long does the treatment last?

The available choices are 60, 90, and 120 minutes. The listed general duration says one hour to 90 minutes, so check the exact package and available time when booking, especially if you want the 120-minute option.

What is included in the 60-minute package?

The 60-minute choice includes a 60-minute Balinese massage, aromatherapy foot bath, healthy juice, forest swing use, infinity pool use, a towel, and a private room for one person or a couple.

What is included in the 90-minute package?

The 90-minute option includes a 60-minute Balinese massage, 30-minute foot reflexology, 20-minute Javanese lulur body scrub, smoothie bowl, forest swing use, infinity pool use, towel, and a private room.

What is included in the 120-minute package?

The 120-minute Heavenly Touch includes an aromatherapy foot bath, 60-minute Balinese massage with sunrise body oil, 30-minute foot reflexology, 20-minute Javanese lulur body scrub, yoghurt rub, healthy juice and smoothie bowl as listed, plus swing and infinity pool access.

Is hotel transportation included?

Hotel transfers are included from Central Ubud only. Confirm that your hotel is eligible before the appointment, since pickup may not be possible from every accommodation.

Who cannot take part?

The experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, or children under 18. Pets are also not allowed.

What should I bring, and what language is spoken?

Bring your passport or ID card. The host or greeter speaks English, and the experience is operated for a small group limited to four participants.