Engagement Photoshoot at Alas Harum & Ulu Petanu, Ubud
Looking for an engagement photoshoot in Bali with more than one beautiful backdrop? Combine two different natural locations near Ubud in one romantic photography experience: the lush rice fields of Alas Harum and the tropical waterfall of Ulu Petanu. This two-location engagement photoshoot is perfect for couples who want variety in their Bali engagement photographs without spending an entire day traveling between distant locations.
At Alas Harum, your session begins among the beautiful green rice terraces, tropical landscapes and scenic viewpoints of Ubud. After completing the rice-field photography, we continue to Ulu Petanu Waterfall, where the atmosphere changes completely, from open green rice fields to a lush jungle surrounded by flowing water. The result is a diverse collection of engagement photographs featuring two different sides of Bali in one photoshoot.
1. Alas Harum – Rice Fields & Ubud Landscapes
Start your engagement photoshoot at Alas Harum, surrounded by lush green rice terraces and tropical scenery. This location is ideal for elegant and romantic couple portraits, walking photographs, wide landscape shots and natural engagement moments. The rice fields create the classic Ubud Bali atmosphere, with plenty of greenery and scenic backgrounds for your photographs.
2. Ulu Petanu Waterfall – Jungle & Water
After the rice-field session, continue to Ulu Petanu Waterfall, a lush natural setting surrounded by tropical vegetation and flowing water. Here, your engagement photographs take on a completely different mood. The jungle environment creates more intimate, adventurous and cinematic portraits, with the waterfall providing a dramatic natural backdrop.
Recommended Schedule
We recommend starting the photoshoot in the morning, around 7:00 AM. Begin at Alas Harum for the rice-field photographs, then continue to Ulu Petanu Waterfall.
A typical schedule can be:
- 7:00 AM – Start at Alas Harum
- 7:00–8:00 AM – Rice-field and couple photography
- After Alas Harum – Travel to Ulu Petanu
- Approximately 8:30 AM – Waterfall and jungle photography
The exact schedule depends on your selected photography package, traffic and location conditions. For this two-location experience, we recommend booking at least 2 hours of photography, with a minimum of 1 hour at each location.
FAQ
Are Alas Harum and Ulu Petanu close to each other?
Yes. They are both located in the Tegallalang area of Gianyar, making them a practical combination for a two-location photoshoot compared with combining locations that are much farther apart.
How many hours do we need?
We recommend at least 2 hours of photography, with a minimum of 1 hour at each location. Additional time is recommended if you want outfit changes or a more relaxed experience.
Can we change outfits between Alas Harum and Ulu Petanu?
Yes. We recommend one outfit at each location if you want two different looks. Additional photography time is recommended for outfit changes.
What should we wear?
For Alas Harum, neutral and elegant colors such as white, cream, beige and pastel work beautifully with the green rice fields.
For Ulu Petanu, natural and earthy tones such as cream, beige, olive and brown complement the jungle environment.
Do we need to pay entrance fees at both locations?
Yes. Each location is separately managed and entrance or location fees may apply. These fees are separate from the photography package unless specifically stated in your quotation.
What happens if the weather is unfavorable on the day of an outdoor shoot?
Two Locations, Two Completely Different Looks
One of the biggest advantages of combining Alas Harum and Ulu Petanu is the visual variety.
Alas Harum: Rice Fields & Tropical Landscape
Begin your engagement photoshoot surrounded by the beautiful green landscapes of Ubud. The rice terraces provide a classic Bali backdrop, perfect for elegant engagement portraits, walking photographs and romantic couple moments.
Ulu Petanu: Jungle & Waterfall
Continue your session at Ulu Petanu for a more adventurous and intimate atmosphere. The lush jungle surroundings, natural rocks and flowing waterfall create a dramatic contrast to the open rice fields at Alas Harum. Together, the two locations create a diverse engagement photography gallery within one session.
For the most comfortable experience, we recommend starting around 7:00 AM. Beginning early allows us to photograph Alas Harum while temperatures are more comfortable and the morning light is soft. After completing the rice-field photography, we continue to Ulu Petanu.
A typical schedule could be:
7:00 AM — Start at Alas Harum
7:00–8:00 AM — Rice-field and couple photography
8:00 AM onwards — Travel to Ulu Petanu
Approximately 8:30 AM — Waterfall and jungle photography
The exact timing will depend on traffic, entrance conditions, your photography package and the amount of time you would like at each location. For this combination, we recommend at least 2 hours of photography, with a minimum of 1 hour per location.
Two Beautiful Bali Locations. One Unforgettable Engagement Photoshoot.
Capture your engagement among the lush rice fields of Alas Harum and the tropical waterfall of Ulu Petanu. Enjoy two completely different Bali landscapes in one romantic photography experience with Bali Image Photography.
Check our availability and let us plan your two-location engagement photoshoot in Ubud.
