Rainforest Trek A short drive will take you to the start of the rainforest where the trek begins. This moderately difficult walk meanders up the early part of Mount Batukaru past huge tree ferns, pandanas palms and hanging moss gardens, where you may spot monkeys and shy forest birds. Please[…]
Immerse yourself in a vibrant kaleidoscope of color and life. This park is the oldest and largest butterfly park in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Wander through expansive, enclosed tropical gardens filled with flowering plants where thousands of butterflies, including rare species like the magnificent Birdwing, flutter freely. It’s an educational[…]
The Melukat ceremony is a sacred Balinese water purification ritual, deeply rooted in Balinese Hindu tradition. It is performed to cleanse the body, mind, and soul from negative energies, spiritual impurities, and emotional burdens, restoring balance and inner harmony. More than a symbolic cleansing, Melukat follows a series of meaningful[…]
Explore a masterclass in traditional Balinese architecture and landscape garden design. Built in 1634 as the main temple for the Mengwi Kingdom, Taman Ayun (Taman Ayun Temple) (meaning “Beautiful Garden”) is a complex of stunning, multi-tiered meru shrines surrounded by a wide, calm moat, which creates a peaceful atmosphere. A[…]
A Balinese Boreh is a centuries-old healing recipe of herbs and exotic spices traditionally used as a “body revival” in the form of a mask or scrub. Learn how to make these aromatic body pastes to heal your body naturally.
Pond fishing for local freshwater fish in the rice terrace ponds is great fun! We practice sustainable catch and release fishing.
The classics for entire family
Join in with local ladies and learn the traditional method for extracting oil from the coconut flesh to use and take home with you. (subject to your country’s custom laws, of course!)
Learn the traditional art of Balinese offering and decoration making with Ibu Wayan. Offerings are used in Balinese ceremonies all year round. You will learn a variety of traditional techniques that you can do at home to create beautiful table decorations.
Hinduism is very strong in Bali. Throughout the year, colourful ceremonies take place in temples all over the island. If you wish to take part, you can join one of the many ceremonies taking place in our nearby village. One of our staff will help you to dress appropriately according[…]
A full day tour of Bedugul including the Botanical gardens, Lake Temple & Tree Top Adventure Park
Take in Ubud with a full day driving tour including art galleries, Crafts, Neka Museum, Antonio Blanco, silver smith’s, wood and stone carving and opportunities to buy direct from craftsmen
Discover the hidden valley of Tabanan’s “secret terraces.” Located off the main tourist trail, the Belimbing Rice Terraces offer a tranquil and spectacular vista that rivals the more famous Jatiluwih. Here, the emerald-green fields cascade dramatically down a deep valley, surrounded by coconut palms and framed by distant, misty volcanoes.[…]
Step back into a more mystical, ancient Bali, Pura Luhur Batukaru (Batukaru Temple) . Nestled on the misty, forested slopes of Mount Batukaru, this sacred temple is one of the island’s nine “Key Directional Temples,” built to guard against evil spirits. Batukaru offers a stark, serene contrast to Bali’s busier[…]
Enter a playful kingdom of hundreds of long-tailed macaques. Unlike other, larger monkey forests, Alas Kedaton (Tabanan Monkey Forest) feels more intimate and secluded, set within a towering nutmeg forest. The main attraction, besides the cheeky primates, is a majestic, ancient Dalem (Setra) temple, which is still an active site[…]
A 1/2 say enjoying Balian Beach swimming & surfing
After exploring, treat your body to the ultimate relaxation. Tabanan’s volcanic landscape is blessed with several therapeutic hot springs, such as Angseri and Penatahan. These secluded pools are nestled deep within lush tropical ravines, offering a peaceful, natural escape. The warm, mineral-rich waters (heated naturally by the Earth) are perfect[…]
Vihara Dharma Giri located in Pupuan near Belimbing Rice Terraces, this Buddhist monastery is a testament to Bali’s unique fusion of cultures. It is most famous for its massive, pure white lying Buddha statue, a magnificent and peaceful figure that gazes out over a lush valley toward a breathtaking vista[…]
Experience the “emerald jewel” of Bali. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Jatiluwih represents the pinnacle of Bali’s traditional Subak irrigation system. Unlike smaller terraces, Jatiluwih offers a stunning, 600-hectare panorama of cascading green fields that sweep down from the mist-shrouded peaks of Mount Batukaru. Wander along ancient paths, meet[…]
The Red and Green walks can be self-guided, or we can arrange for a local guide to help you understand the diversity of the surrounding food forests, with bountiful fruits, seeds and medicinal plants, in addition to exploring the tropical wildlife. If you wish to walk independently, please take the[…]