Bali Private Photographer & Drone

A great Bali photo shoot starts with the right guide. This private Bali Private Photographer & Drone experience is interesting because you get both ground photos and drone video, and you choose the mood (candid, romantic, funny) while the photographer handles the angles and pacing around Ubud.

I especially like two things. First, the promise of at least 50 high-resolution edited photos delivered via a Google Drive link means you leave with real keepsakes, not just raw shots. Second, the session feels flexible: you travel around Ubud to chase the best light and backdrops, from rice terraces to coffee areas and even Bali Swing style locations.

One possible drawback: the drone part may not be possible everywhere. A hotel can restrict drone use for privacy reasons, and you’ll want to confirm what’s allowed before you rely on a hotel-based drone shot. Also, expect extra costs for entrance fees and swing ticket/dress.

Key points to know before you book

• 50+ high-resolution edits delivered on a G-drive link
• Private 2-hour session with photographer and drone included
• You pick the vibe: candid, romantic, or funny
• You’ll travel around Ubud to find strong photo locations
• Entrance fees and swing ticket/dress are not included
• Early morning is recommended for fewer crowds and less traffic

Why this Ubud photo shoot feels different than random selfies

Ubud is great for photos, but it’s also easy to waste time: buses, couples stopping in the road, and random lighting that turns skin tones gray by late morning. This setup helps because you’re not just taking pictures where you happen to walk. You’re working with a professional who plans the flow for you.

What makes it practical is that the promise is straightforward. You’re booking a two-hour shoot with a photographer plus a drone, and you’ll move between the types of places that look best in photos: rice terraces, nature-heavy areas, coffee plantations, and Bali Swing style viewpoints.

The “private” part matters, too. If you want a calm, romantic vibe or you’d rather laugh your way through cheesy poses, you can steer the session without worrying about other groups. In reviews, photographers like Nyoman and Kadek were praised for being patient, making people comfortable, and guiding poses step-by-step—exactly what you want when you’re trying to look relaxed, not staged.

Two hours, one plan you control: choosing your vibe

The best results come when you give clear direction. This experience is built around that idea: you tell your photographer what vibe you want, and they manage the rest.

Here’s how to make it work for you:

• Decide how you want to look: candid (less posed, more natural), romantic (flowy, close, softer expressions), or funny (big gestures, playful body language).
• Think about your group: couple, family, birthday person, or honeymoon style. The photographer can adapt how you move and where you pause for drone shots.
• Ask for action moments if that’s your style. Some photographers were noted for capturing more than static poses, including natural-looking action frames.

You’ll also want to communicate anything that affects comfort and timing. One review mentioned the photographer being attentive and patient for someone who was pregnant. That kind of care is exactly what turns a photo shoot from awkward to enjoyable.

The Ubud locations that actually make photos pop

You’re not locked into one spot. You’ll visit various photo-friendly places around Ubud. The common themes are rice terraces, coffee areas, and nature viewpoints like Bali Swing locations. Depending on timing and what’s easiest to access, you may also shoot near your hotel if allowed.

Rice terraces: wide shots plus intimate portraits

Rice terraces give you the classic Ubud look: layered greens, soft lines, and depth that makes photos feel like they have distance. For drone footage, terraces also create clean geometry from above.

Practical tip: rice terrace lighting can change fast. If you book early morning (more on that below), you’re more likely to get flattering light and fewer people wandering into your frame.

Extra cost to plan for: rice terrace entrance fees are listed separately as IDR 50,000 per person.

Coffee plantation areas: nature texture without the crowd crush

Coffee plantation spots tend to be scenic but also more varied than one single viewpoint. You get texture—foliage, rows, pathways—and that variety helps a photographer tell a more complete story across your 50+ edited photos.

Practical tip: ask for at least a few frames that feel like you’re walking and interacting, not just standing. That’s often what turns a series of photos into a real memory.

Bali Swing style locations: the fun factor (and the cost)

If you want the signature Bali Swing look, be ready for the real ticket cost. Swing ticket and dress are listed separately as IDR 350,000 per person.

Also, swing shoots are easier when you let the photographer manage timing and angles. The best photos usually happen when you’re not worrying about the mechanics.

One more practical note: dresses and swing rules can vary by location. Since dress is mentioned as a separate paid item, you’ll want to treat it as part of the plan, not an optional add-on.

Your hotel: convenient, but drone access can be restricted

Some people hope to do everything right at their villa or hotel. That can work, but it’s not guaranteed. One experience ended up without drone use because the hotel forbade it for privacy reasons, and the photographer switched to camera-only shots.

If you want a hotel-based drone moment, ask first. Don’t assume it will be allowed just because you booked a drone session.

Drone video in Ubud: how to get shots you’ll actually rewatch

A drone adds a different kind of storytelling. Instead of only seeing you in front of scenery, you get views of you within the scenery—especially rice terraces and jungle swing viewpoints where the shape of the land looks great from above.

To increase your odds of getting the drone footage you want, I’d do two things:

1. Pick an angle you care about (overhead for terraces, wide view for viewpoints, side profile for certain compositions).
2. Confirm restrictions ahead of time if you plan to shoot on hotel grounds.

Timing also matters. The experience explicitly recommends an early morning photo-shoot to skip crowds and avoid traffic and to catch sunrise-type light. That suggestion isn’t just about comfort. It affects how clean your drone footage looks and how much time you spend waiting.

Finally, build flexibility into your mindset. Drones can be affected by site rules and conditions. The better your photographer is at planning, the less likely you are to feel rushed.

Early morning is the cheat code for Bali photos

This isn’t a “sleep in” kind of booking. The recommendation is clear: schedule early so you can skip many tourists and reduce traffic delays. In real life, that usually means:

• More calm around popular spots
• Cleaner backgrounds
• Better lighting before the sun gets harsh

If you’re the type who wants photos that don’t look crowded or washed out, early morning is your friend. It also gives you a better chance to change locations if the first spot isn’t working as planned.

Meet-up and transportation: keeping logistics from eating your shoot time

The start point is Pepito Market Andong, Jl. Raya Andong, Peliatan, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

You also get free transportation from Ubud central area. That’s important because Ubud can be slow to navigate, and you don’t want to spend the first 30 minutes of your 2-hour session stuck in rides, parking, or walking too far.

If you’re staying outside the central area, the session still connects to Ubud routing, but meeting expectations may shift. One review mentioned that the meeting location used the Pepito Andong point for Ubud-area photos, not the far-off pickup assumption people sometimes expect.

Photos you receive: what 50+ edited shots means in practice

This experience includes at least 50 edited high-resolution photos. After your session, you’ll get the edited set through a G-drive link.

Why that matters: editing is where skin tones, contrast, color balance, and cropping get polished into a usable set for Instagram, print, or gifts. Raw photos are often messy—slightly off focus, odd shadows, or expressions caught mid-blink.

You’re also not locked into one style of output. Because you choose your vibe, your edited set should reflect different moods: some candid frames for realism, romantic shots for softness, and playful shots that make you look like you were actually having fun.

In reviews, photographers were praised for knowing angles and poses, being patient, and helping people feel comfortable on the spot. That’s a big deal for your final results because the best editing can’t fully fix stiff posture or awkward expressions.

Price and value: what $65 buys you (and what it doesn’t)

The listed price is $65.00 per person for about 2 hours, and it includes:

• Professional photographer
• Drone
• 50 edited photos (minimum)
• Free transportation from Ubud central area

What’s not included:

• Rice terrace entrance fees: IDR 50,000 per person
• Bali Swing ticket & dress: IDR 350,000 per person

So the value calculation depends on how many paid sites you use. If you do rice terrace only, your extra costs are one line item. If you also do Bali Swing, plan for swing ticket/dress as a separate cost.

One more pricing consideration I’d check before you book: a review noted that if someone traveled alone, they might need to pay for two people and there were no options for just one. That could be a rules or minimum-size issue tied to how the session is priced or scheduled. If you’re solo, message ahead and ask how your booking is handled.

Who this is best for in Ubud

I think this is a strong fit if you want photos that look like a real photoset, not just a few nice angles. It also works well for special occasions because you’ll have a clear theme and a photographer guiding you.

This experience is especially suited for:

• Couples who want romantic shots plus drone views
• Birthdays and anniversaries (people reported it as a great way to celebrate)
• Honeymoon-style sessions (a reviewer called it amazing for their honeymoon photos)
• Families who want everyone included without passing around a phone and missing moments

If you’re traveling solo and want a professional look, it can still work—just confirm any minimum-person pricing. If your goal is purely casual snapshots, you might prefer a simpler photo walk with a photographer-only option.

Potential headaches (and how to avoid them)

No plan is perfect, and photoshoots are real life. Here are the issues worth planning for:

• Hotel drone restrictions: One experience switched to camera-only because the hotel didn’t allow drone use. Ask your accommodation ahead of time if you want drone filming on-site.
• Extra entrance costs: Rice terrace and Bali Swing ticket/dress are separate. If you show up wanting Bali Swing, budget for it.
• Early timing changes: If your day shifts due to kids, jet lag, or schedule changes, your photographer may still adapt. But the smoother you keep the morning plan, the better your photos.
• Meeting location clarity: The meeting point is Pepito Market Andong, and transport is from Ubud central area. Make sure you’re clear on where you’ll meet so your 2 hours start on time.

Should you book this Bali private photographer and drone shoot?

Book it if you want a guided, cinematic Ubud photo set with both ground photos and drone footage, and you’re okay paying the small extras for entrance and swing dress if you choose those stops.

Skip it (or ask a lot of questions first) if you need everything to happen only at your hotel and you’re not willing to confirm drone permissions. Also confirm solo pricing rules if you’re traveling alone.

If you do book, my advice is simple: schedule early morning, tell your photographer the vibe you want, and decide in advance which paid locations matter most to you. You’ll spend more time creating photos and less time worrying about the details.

FAQ

How long is the Bali private photographer and drone experience in Ubud?

It’s approximately 2 hours.

What’s included in the price?

You get a professional photographer and drone, transportation from Ubud central area, and at least 50 high-resolution edited photos.

How many photos will I receive?

You’ll receive a minimum of 50 high-resolution edited photos.

Where do we meet, and where does the tour end?

You meet at Pepito Market Andong on Jl. Raya Andong, Peliatan, Ubud. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Are entrance fees included for the rice terrace and Bali Swing?

No. Rice terrace entrance fees and Bali Swing ticket and dress are not included.

Does the package include drone video?

Yes. The experience includes the photographer and drone, and the shoot is set up for both photos and drone video.

Can I choose what style of photos I want?

Yes. You tell the photographer whether you want the pictures to be candid, romantic, or funny, and they plan around that vibe.

What time of day is recommended?

The experience recommends scheduling early morning to skip many tourists and reduce traffic, and to get sunrise-style conditions.

Is there free cancellation?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the payment isn’t refunded.