Tour Highlights

• Gain an insight into the farming life in Bali​
• Enjoy a hands-on experience of the organic farming methods in Manggis
• Get some exercise, although not the kind you may be used to techniques that are increasing yields
• Visit the goat herd that has become a proud symbol of the village's prosperity and respect for traditional ways

TOUR DESCRIPTION

This tour starts at Kaura at 09:00am

Note, this is a small group experience. You will have the opportunity to meet fellow travellers on this tour. 

Just an hour journey from your Hotel in South Bali, today you will be taken to the unspoilt village of Manggis to experience the daily life of Balinese farmers. Upon arrival, a friendly Balinese man will greet and welcome you as he looks forward to sharing his knowledge about farming and how the foods we eat end up on our tables. Throughout the day, get stuck into the day-to-day activities of a Balinese farm.

Walk along farmers trails to reach the organic rice field. From the farmer, you will hear that these organic farming practices align with Hindu Balinese beliefs of protecting the earth and being kind to nature. Learn about their story – how they went from previous farming methods using chemical pesticides that damaged the land to beginning their organic rice-planting journey.

During planting season, take off your shoes and get in the mud to plant some rice. Your new farmer friend will show how many seeds to plant and the technique of walking backwards while making sure you give enough space for the rice to grow. When it’s harvest season, the village will have beautiful yellow fields ready to reap. Typically, the rice crop reaches maturity 105 – 150 days after planting. Harvesting in Manggis is done manually, minimizing grain damage and maintaining the outstanding quality of the organic rice. Harvesting activities include cutting with sickles, stacking, and threshing.

And, when the crops are in the growing stage, help the farmer nurse them with the organic fertilizer made on-site.

The great thing about the farm at Manggis is you will see the three stages of rice farming at any time of year – so get involved with planting, nurturing, and harvesting whenever you visit. The guests will be able to indulge in traditional snacks at the farmer community hall.

Includes:

• English Speaking Tour Guide
• Transfer with air-conditioned vehicle from Kaura to attraction point
  
• Snack
• Water
• Local farmer hosting activity
• Donation
• Government tax
• Service charges
• Tour insurance

Note: Not Suitable for children under 8 years old

Emergency Phone Number

(AU) +6128 357 1151

(UK) +44 208 137 7991

(US) +1551 788 6946

WhatsApp (Chat only) +62 811 3961 7031

Main attractions: 

• Learn the local recipes
• Prepare and share a meal with the local foodies
• Be introduced to some of the unusual ingredients
• Forage for ingredients in the community food forest​
• Hands-on and authentic culinary experience

Tour Highlights

• Follow the delightful journey of farm-fresh ingredients from garden to plate,
  engaging in foraging activities along the way.
• Master the art of cooking traditional Balinese food alongside a local foodie from
  the Manggis Women Farmer Group.
• Dive into the secrets of Balinese cuisine and its exotic flavors with this
  five-course culinary experience.
• Savor the culinary creations crafted by guests during lunch, shared in the
  convivial setting of Megibung with a local host.

Includes:

• Roundtrip Transfer from Tanadewa Hotel (Ubud Area)

• English-speaking local lady farmer hosting cooking experience

• Mineral water

• Lunch

• Donation

• Government tax

• Service charges

• Tour insurance

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Start time 10:00am at Kaura Bali

Learn how to cook traditional Balinese food with one of the local foodies from the Manggis Women Farmer Group. They are a group of women who strive to promote organic gardening in this lovely village located in the East of Bali. 

Besides having exceptional skills in growing organic plants, they are also marvelous cooks, especially in Balinese cuisine.

Upon arrival in the village of Manggis, guests will be harvesting vegetables in a green organic garden and foraging for wild edible plants to enhance their cooking experience. Additionally, guests will have the opportunity to prepare a 5-course Balinese meal. 

Explore the secrets of Balinese cuisine and its exotic flavors with this three-course culinary experience. The dishes menu would refer to the season and what’s available in the garden and the food forest. 

The women will guide you through the preparation of dishes using the freshest ingredients, traditional cooking tools, just as they do in local homes and villages. Learn some tips and tricks from them on how to use exotic spices in your cooking and discover their benefits.

Afterward, indulge yourself in culinary pleasures while enjoying your lunch with a beautiful view overlooking the fascinating surroundings with your host.

Note: Not Suitable for children under 8 years old

Emergency Phone Number

(AU) +6128 357 1151

(UK) +44 208 137 7991

(US) +1551 788 6946

WhatsApp (Chat only) +62 811 3961 7031

Main attractions: 

• Explore the pristine tropical jungle
• Directly support a local community
• Slow-paced exploration of the village​
• Chat and engage with members of the community
• Visiting traditional palm wine making

Tour Highlights

• Exploring the diversity of Manggis Village : We walk through the rice fields and hear about the initiatives of the community partnership that repaired the irrigation canals and developed organic farming methods to build community resilience. ​
• Visiting Palm wine: Starting from the extraction of sap from palm trees, the process leads into fermentation to create Tuak, a delightful sweet alcoholic beverage.
• Visit to the greenhouse and to the goat herd is a nice way to round out the story of Manggis. 
  
• Get active and adventurous with this off-the-beaten-path experience
  
• Enjoy your trekking with our Tour Guide to charming village between authentic Balinese traditional houses

Includes:

• Transfer with air-conditioned vehicle from Kaura to Riding Point & from Virgin Beach back to Kaura
  
• Local village English-speaking guide
• Snacks
  
• Mineral water
  
• Donation
  
• Tour insurance
  
• Service charge
  
• government tax

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Starting Time: 9:30 am - End Time: 11:00 am

Meeting Point: Kaura Bali

Drop off Point: Kaura Bali

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city to unwind in the cool air of Manggis village. Prepare your comfiest walking shoes and embark on a 1.30-hour trekking trip. The first phase of the trekking will lead clients through the charming village between authentic Balinese traditional houses – take the time to chat with the welcoming villagers. 

The first stop will be at the palm winemaking house, owned by a humble couple who will show you how they climb the palm trees and harvest their juices. They collect the white juices that initially taste very sweet and non alcoholic before the fermentation process. Fermentation is done naturally by natural yeast in the air, and therefore, within 2 hours, it reaches a mild alcoholic content. The longer they ferment the wine, the higher the alcohol content.

Next, your English-speaking local guide will take you on an unusual trekking route in his village, less frequented and peaceful, unlike most routes in the main area of Bali. Trek through the rice fields until you reach the dense forest. Spot the exotic plants growing in this tropical climate, including coffee, cocoa, cloves, and sensational tasting fruits like durian or jackfruits.

Walk and stop at various points to appreciate the breath-taking scenery and the amazingly photogenic spots. Let your friendly local guide know when you want to take a break – the schedule is flexible, and the focus is on being easy-going. Navigating the dense trees, the path will take you to a natural crystalline pool where you can bathe, swim and chill. After some time for relaxation, continue walking to a local organic garden run by a local female farmer’s group. Learn about their project and their efforts to expand their sustainable farming methods. Many of these ladies were spa therapists before the pandemic. Now, working again in their local village, visitors to Manggis can benefit from the option of a foot massage after their hike.

Emergency Phone Number

(AU) +6128 357 1151

(UK) +44 208 137 7991

(US) +1551 788 6946

WhatsApp (Chat only) +62 811 3961 7031

• Tour Highlights
  

• Moderately challenging hike for the adventurous through the jungle, across the creek and up to the waterfall
• Be one with the nature and be amazed by the view overlooking jungle and sea in the distance
• Visit local (also legal) palm-wine home industry with traditional distillation process.
  
• Nature and Culture immersive experience

Includes:

• English-speaking local hiking guide
• Snacks & refreshments
  
• Donation
• Mineral water
• Energizing snack
• Service charges
• Government tax
  

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Starting Time: 9:00 am - End Time: 13:00 pm

Dust off those hiking equipment on your shelves and wake that long-buried active and adventurous inner self. Explore the hidden trails of the Manggis area on this challenging, but rewarding walk to Jagasatru Waterfall and on to the top of the range of mountains that Kaura sits on. 

The walking starts from the doorsteps of Kaura and takes you immediately into small trails that weave through the gardens and yards of the village residents who are always welcoming and pleased to see you. Guided by the local who knows this route like it is the back of his hand, this 3 hours trail will get your heart rates up quite quickly but after the first 40 minutes, it levels out slightly as we start to work our way across the gully. Our hiking guide are from the community and have a good rapport with the people, making this a warm, engaging experience.

Before going down to the Jagasatru Waterfall, at the top of the hill, our standby team member would be at the ready to recharge you with snacks, fruits, and water refill. Fun fact, this hill is also the place where the big statue of Brahma located in the east side of the island. It is one of the three Gods in Hinduism resembling balance of the island, with Wisnu in GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana) (south) and Shiva in Tabanan (west) to create some sort of triangle of balance in the island. The waterfall is a stunning site and the pool formed at its base is a great spot to cool-off. With the natural waters flowing down, there is a pool for people to do a water blessing just below this waterfall. At the waterfall, there is time for a dip in the fresh cold pool at the foot of the falls. We will then return to Kaura in a vehicle transfer of about 20 minutes.

Emergency Phone Number

(AU) +6128 357 1151

(UK) +44 208 137 7991

(US) +1551 788 6946

WhatsApp (Chat only) +62 811 3961 7031

Tour Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the beauty of Bali's countryside as you pedal through picturesque rice farming scenery
• Having opportunity to learn about the incredible story run by a passionate hearing-impaired couple
  
• Enjoy your Swim at the blue ocean of stunning Virgin Beach
• Feel warmth of the sun on your skin and let the cool ocean breeze wash away any cares or worries
  
• Experience Authentic local lunch by local restaurant at the beach

• English-speaking guide
• Quality e-Bike and Helmet
• Mineral water
• Snacks
• Lunch
• Transfer with air-conditioned vehicle from Kaura to Riding Point & from Virgin Beach back to Kaura
• Donation
• Government tax
• Service charges
• Tour insurance

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Starting Time: 09:30am. Conclude 14:00
Note, this is a small group tour. You will have the opportunity to meet fellow travellers during this tour. 

Start from Kaura with a short transfer to reach the top of the escarpment before starting the bike ride. We pedal along the undulating terrain of the ridgeline, on a quiet road with colourful flowers at every turn, and moss-covered shrines under giant fig and banyan trees.

We stop to visit a bee farm, developed and operated by a hearing-impaired couple with a great story and amazing honey! The latter part of the ride passes through picturesque rice farming scenery on the way down to sea level where we conclude our ride at Virgin Beach. 

Enjoy a swim in the blue waters of this stunning beach, alongside black volcanic cliffs, then sit down for an authentic local lunch including freshly caught fish. A short transfer by vehicle returns us to Kaura, with an estimated arrival time of 3.00pm.

Note: Not suitable for children under 14 years old and not use to riding bike on public roads.

Emergency Phone Number

(AU) +6128 357 1151

(UK) +44 208 137 7991

(US) +1551 788 6946

WhatsApp (Chat only) +62 811 3961 7031