Can I get a rabies vaccine at my villa in Ubud after a monkey bite?

Yes. Dewa Medical doctors bring the rabies vaccine directly to villas and hotels in Ubud, Tegalalang, Payangan, and surrounding areas. Doctor arrives in 45–70 minutes with vaccine, RIG if needed, wound care supplies, and documentation. Monkey bites at Ubud Monkey Forest, Goa Gajah, or Pura Tirta Empul require immediate PEP — contact via WhatsApp.

Do monkey bites at Ubud Monkey Forest require rabies vaccine?

Yes. Monkeys at Ubud Monkey Forest (Mandala Suci Wenara Wana) are a known rabies exposure risk. Any monkey bite or deep scratch that breaks the skin requires rabies PEP assessment. Category II (scratch without bleeding) requires vaccine. Category III (bite with bleeding, scratch with bleeding, bite to hand or face) requires vaccine + RIG. Doctor assesses the wound on arrival.

How far is Ubud from the nearest rabies vaccine provider?

Dewa Medical doctors travel to Ubud from Seminyak/Kerobokan. ETA to central Ubud is typically 45–65 minutes. Remote areas of Ubud (Tegalalang, Payangan, jungle retreat villas) may take up to 70–80 minutes. ETA confirmed before booking. Doctor brings vaccine and RIG directly to your location.

I was bitten by a monkey at Monkey Forest Ubud — what do I do first?

1. Wash the wound with soap and running water for 10–15 minutes immediately. 2. Apply iodine or antiseptic if available. 3. WhatsApp Dewa Medical immediately. 4. Do not wait — monkey bites at Monkey Forest are Category II or III exposure and require same-day vaccine. Doctor arrives in 45–70 minutes.

Rabies Vaccine Ubud – Monkey Bite & Dog Bite PEP

Q: How much does rabies vaccine cost in Ubud?

Rabies vaccine per dose is approximately IDR 1,300,000. RIG (immunoglobulin) is additional and weight-dependent — typically IDR 1,500,000–3,000,000. A home visit fee applies. Total cost confirmed before treatment begins.

🚨 Just Bitten or Scratched in Ubud? Do This First

Wash the wound

Soap and running water — 10–15 minutes. Most important first step.

Apply antiseptic

Iodine or alcohol if available. Do not close the wound tightly.

WhatsApp now. Doctor travels to Ubud — do not wait for symptoms.

Start PEP on Day 0

First vaccine dose and RIG (if needed) given same day as the bite.

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Common Rabies Exposures in Ubud

Ubud has the highest monkey exposure rate in Bali. Monkey bites are among the most distinctive risks compared to other Bali areas.

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Ubud Monkey Forest

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary (Mandala Suci Wenara Wana) is frequently cited as one of the highest-risk sites for monkey bite incidents in Bali. Feeding, carrying food, or walking near feeding areas increases risk significantly. Any bite or bleeding scratch is Category II–III exposure.

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Temple Monkeys

Macaques at Goa Gajah, Pura Tirta Empul, Pura Gunung Kawi, and Pura Kehen are territorial and unpredictable. They frequently grab items from tourists and bite when provoked. Same assessment protocol applies as Monkey Forest.

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Jungle Treks & Villa Dogs

Dogs on jungle trekking paths around Campuhan Ridge Walk, Tegalalang rice terraces, and Ayung River gorge. Jungle retreat villas may also have resident dogs that bite unfamiliar visitors.

Do You Need Vaccine? Exposure Categories

WHO classifies animal exposures into three categories. Doctor determines category on-site after wound examination.

Category I — No vaccine required

Touching or feeding animals. Licking on intact skin. Action: wash hands, no vaccine needed.

Category II — Vaccine required

Minor scratches or abrasions without bleeding. Nibbling of uncovered skin. Action: wash wound, start vaccine Day 0. No RIG needed.

III

Category III — Vaccine + RIG required

Deep bites. Scratches with bleeding. Bites to hand, face, head. Bat contact. Action: vaccine + RIG on Day 0. Most urgent.

Monkey bites at Monkey Forest are frequently Category III — hands and fingers are the most common bite sites. Do not delay PEP assessment.

Rabies PEP Schedule

Unvaccinated — 4 doses + RIG

Day	Treatment	Notes
Day 0	Vaccine + RIG	Same day as bite
Day 3	Vaccine	3 days after
Day 7	Vaccine	7 days after
Day 14	Vaccine	Final dose

Previously vaccinated — 2 doses, no RIG

Day	Treatment	Notes
Day 0	Vaccine only	No RIG required
Day 3	Vaccine only	Final dose

Subsequent doses (Day 3, 7, 14) can be administered at your Ubud villa or hotel. Leaving Bali before Day 14? Full documentation provided to continue abroad.

Can I Wait Until Tomorrow After a Monkey or Dog Bite in Ubud?

A very common question — especially after a monkey bite at Monkey Forest when clinics seem far away. The short answer: do not panic, but do not delay.

✅ What to do right now (before doctor arrives):

• Wash the wound with soap and running water — 10–15 minutes
• Apply iodine or antiseptic if available
• Stay calm — thorough wound washing significantly reduces viral load
• WhatsApp us to arrange same-day assessment

❌ What you should not do:

• Do not wait to see if symptoms develop — by the time rabies symptoms appear, the virus has already reached the brain
• Do not assume the monkey was healthy because it appeared normal
• Do not close or suture the wound tightly before medical assessment
• Do not delay starting PEP past Day 0 if indicated

Per WHO guidelines, rabies PEP is most effective when started on Day 0. If the bite happened late at night, WhatsApp us — we accommodate after-hours requests where possible, or schedule a priority morning appointment. Doctor travels to your Ubud villa — no need to navigate unfamiliar roads in the dark.

Rabies Vaccine Ubud — FAQ

I was bitten by a monkey at Ubud Monkey Forest — what do I do?

Wash the wound with soap and running water for 10–15 minutes immediately. Apply antiseptic. WhatsApp Dewa Medical right away — doctor arrives in 45–70 min with vaccine and RIG. Monkey bites at Monkey Forest are typically Category II or III and require same-day PEP.

Can I get rabies vaccine at my villa in Ubud?

Yes. Doctor travels to your villa or hotel in Ubud, Tegalalang, Payangan, or surrounding areas. ETA 45–70 minutes from Seminyak. Open daily 9AM–9PM, after-hours WhatsApp requests welcome.

Do monkey bites always need rabies vaccine?

Any monkey bite or scratch that breaks the skin requires medical assessment. Category II (scratch, no bleeding) = vaccine. Category III (bite with bleeding, hand/face bite) = vaccine + RIG. Even Category I (no skin break) should be assessed if uncertain.

How much does rabies vaccine cost in Ubud?

Per dose approximately IDR 1,300,000. RIG additional (weight-dependent) — IDR 1,500,000–3,000,000. Home visit fee applies. Total cost confirmed before treatment. All doses can be administered at your Ubud villa.

Can I continue my PEP schedule in Ubud if I'm staying long-term?

Yes. All subsequent doses (Day 3, 7, 14) can be administered at your Ubud accommodation. If leaving Bali before completing the schedule, full documentation is provided to continue at any licensed clinic abroad.

Is Campuhan Ridge Walk or jungle trekking in Ubud a rabies risk?

Yes. Dogs are commonly encountered on jungle trekking paths around Ubud including Campuhan Ridge Walk and Ayung River gorge. Any bite or scratch from a dog on these paths should be treated as a potential rabies exposure and assessed by a doctor.

Medical References

Educational only — not a substitute for a doctor's assessment. Any animal bite or scratch in Bali requires immediate medical consultation. Reviewed by Dr. I Dewa Gede Angga Triadi Nata, GP (STR: VX00001499498410) · June 2026.

Rabies Vaccine Ubud —
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