Friday, November 21, 2014

Kaesang Jokowi makan daging Babi: "Enakkkk Bingit"

Saat-saat awal berada di Singapura untuk menuntut ilmu, putra bungsu Presiden Joko Widodo, Kaesang Pangarep, punya banyak cerita unik dan lucu, bahkan terkadang konyol. Salah satunya, Kaesang sempat mencicipi daging babi di sebuah food court dekat asrama.
Kala itu, ia melihat ada daging gede berbentuk kotak. Daging tersebut terlihat sangat enak dari luar. Penasaran, akhirnya Kaesang memesan satu porsi. Setelah pesanan terhidang, ia mencobanya. Ternyata, rasanya luar biasa enak.
»Ini daging yang paling enak yang pernah gue coba,” kata Kaesang, seperti ditulis dalam blog pribadinya, Misterkacang.blogspot.com, 5 Maret 2013. Bertajuk "Suka Duka Pertama Kalinya Sekolah di Singapore", ia pun melengkapi komentarnya, »Dagingnya itu super lembut, empuk dan maknyus.”
Lantaran terpesona dengan cita rasa daging tersebut, Kaesang melanjutkan cerita, ia berniat membeli satu porsi lagi untuk dimakan di asrama. Namun, sebelum memesan, ia ingin tahu »jati diri” daging yang maknyus tadi.  
»Gue tanya sama abangnya yang jual dan abangnya ngomong itu daging babi,” kata Kaesang. Ia pun sempat mengumpat. »Pertama kali di Singapore gini udah bikin dosa. Udah dosa gue banyak banget lagi di Indonesia, ini malah ditambah lagi gara-gara makan daging babi. Tapi enak banget sih sebenernya dagingnya, bikin ngangenin.”
Kaesang yang merasa berdosa setelah memakan daging babi langsung mencari masjid terdekat. "Maksudnya, gue mau tobat gara-gara makan daging babi tadi," tulisnya.
Saat salat, Kaesang merasa tak bisa khusyuk. "Gara-gara gue keinget sama enaknya daging babi tadi," ujarnya. Ia pun mengaku merasa dosanya berlipat ganda.
Agar tak terngiang makan babi, Kaesang lalu mencari daging lain yang halal. Setelah berputar sana-sini, akhirnya ia menemukan daging kambing. "Tampilan luar sih kelihatan enak banget. Namun, setelah dicoba, alamak, rasenya enggak karu-karuan. Ternyata rasanya tu ga enak banget. Kaya makan arang yang dikasih kuah jengkol busuk. Rugi dah gue," tulisnya.
Jumat kemarin, 21 November 2014, Kaesang sudah lulus dari kuliahnya di Anglo-Chinese School (ACS) Singapura. Untuk keperluan menghadiri wisuda Kaesang, Presiden Joko Widodo terbang ke Singapura dari Bandar Udara Soekarno-Hatta, Tangerang, Banten, sekitar pukul 15.00 WIB. 
Jokowi hanya satu malam berada di Singapura lantaran acara wisuda Kaesang berlangsung pada Jumat malam. "Acara wisuda berakhir pukul 21.30 waktu setempat," kata Sekretaris Kabinet Andi Widjajanto. Pada Sabtu, 22 November, pukul 10.00 waktu setempat, Jokowi dijadwalkan bertolak kembali ke Tanah Air.

Saturday, November 1, 2014

Mount Batur Hiking

”Climbing this Batur volcano was an amazing experience. The surrounds were unbelievably beautiful after sunrise. We trekked all the way round…it was awesome and our guide, ring was a delight. Don’t leave Bali without doing this climb"
Join us for a sunrise trek to the summit of Mt.Batur (1717 meters) and experience the awesome beauty of an active volcano. Trekking in the cool, early morning darkness (torches, hiking sticks and wet weather gear supplied, if needed), we begin the one to two hour ascent (not difficult) to arrive in time to witness a glorious sunrise and experience the stunning morning views of the surrounding crater and lake.
Unlike other tour companies, we trek around the whole rim of the volcano climbing to it’s summit, witnessing the large troop of monkeys exit the largest crater, pass by steam fissures (where we cook our eggs and bananas for breakfast) and follow the rim to explore the second and third craters and the most recent lava flows. This is one of the highlights of the trip and we can assure that you won’t miss this experience, as our own experienced English speaking guide accompanies you funly and informatively.
Our breakfast is the finest available: juice, bananas, eggs, bread, jam and mineral water and it is included in the price (so you won’t be paying exorbitant prices for food on top of the mountain.Batur Trekking

On the way home from the trek we will stop off at a Balinese plantation for coffee break and to learn of the plants important to the Balinese and their culture, the process of making coffee and see some of those herbs you’re used to cooking with and tropical fruits growing in their natural environment. We also get to sample of them as well as local herbal teas, coffees and the unusually processed Coffee Luwak, the most expensive coffee in the world.
This trek is a relatively easy climb and is suitable for most persons and children. It is one of the most attractive volcanoes in Indonesia and one of the easiest to climb. The sunrise, the majestic views of the lake and surrounding mountains in the morning and the rugged beauty of an active volcano make this trip a must for visitors to this fabled island.

Saturday, September 27, 2014

Bali Bird and Reptile Park

Bali Bird Park (IndonesianTaman Burung Bali), is a tourist attraction in BaliIndonesia. It is located at the Gianyar Regency and has an area of 20,000 square metres (4.9 acres). The Bird Park houses more than 5000 birds representing more than 200 species in an enclosed aviary.
The bird park served more than 250 species of birds from Indonesia archipelago, South America, and South Africa.[2] Bird that attracted the most attention is the Bali Mynah, the endangered bird from Bali.[3] This park also has assigned as one of Bali Myna breeding sites.
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Friday, September 26, 2014

Mount Batur Hiking

Mount Batur Trekking 

US$ 25/person (4 - 7 person)


US$ 30/person (3 person)


US$ 40/person (2 person)

Includes:
  • AC Vihicle hotel transfer
  • English speaking driver
  • Trekking guide
  • Torches
  • Parking fees
  • Breakfast
  • Coffee break
”Climbing this Batur volcano was an amazing experience. The surrounds were unbelievably beautiful after sunrise. We trekked all the way round…it was awesome and our guide, ring was a delight. Don’t leave Bali without doing this climb"
Join us for a sunrise trek to the summit of Mt.Batur (1717 meters) and experience the awesome beauty of an active volcano. Trekking in the cool, early morning darkness (torches, hiking sticks and wet weather gear supplied, if needed), we begin the one to two hour ascent (not difficult) to arrive in time to witness a glorious sunrise and experience the stunning morning views of the surrounding crater and lake.
Unlike other tour companies, we trek around the whole rim of the volcano climbing to it’s summit, witnessing the large troop of monkeys exit the largest crater, pass by steam fissures (where we cook our eggs and bananas for breakfast) and follow the rim to explore the second and third craters and the most recent lava flows. This is one of the highlights of the trip and we can assure that you won’t miss this experience, as our own experienced English speaking guide accompanies you funly and informatively.
Our breakfast is the finest available: juice, bananas, eggs, bread, jam and mineral water and it is included in the price (so you won’t be paying exorbitant prices for food on top of the mountain.
On the way home from the trek we will stop off at a Balinese plantation for coffee break and to learn of the plants important to the Balinese and their culture, the process of making coffee and see some of those herbs you’re used to cooking with and tropical fruits growing in their natural environment. We also get to sample of them as well as local herbal teas, coffees and the unusually processed Coffee Luwak, the most expensive coffee in the world.
This trek is a relatively easy climb and is suitable for most persons and children. It is one of the most attractive volcanoes in Indonesia and one of the easiest to climb. The sunrise, the majestic views of the lake and surrounding mountains in the morning and the rugged beauty of an active volcano make this trip a must for visitors to this fabled island.

Saturday, September 20, 2014

Bali Great Travel offers

Bali Great Travel provides Bali Tour, Bali AdventureUbud Driver and Bali Driver to explore Bali with competitive price and professional service. We also give details information of interesting tourism objects in Bali.

Full Day Tours (8 - 10 hours) US 45 - 50/Car

Half Day Tours (4 - 5 hours) US 30 - 35/Car

Mountain Cycling Tours US 35/Person

Mountain Hiking Tours from US 25/Person

Ayung River Rafting US 35/Person

Telaga Waja River Rafting US 35/Person

Ancient Village Trekking US 30/Person

Bali Safari Marine Park US 30/Personwww.baligreattravel.com

Thursday, July 24, 2014

About Bali

About Bali

BALI island is a truly International destination, a tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago
Bali is one of an Indonesian thousand islands located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, lying between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. It is one of the country's 33 provinces with the provincial capital at Denpasar towards the south of the island.

With a population recorded as 3,551,000 in 2009, the island is home to the vast majority of Indonesia's small Hindu minority. About 93.2% of Bali's population adheres to Balinese Hinduism, while most of the remainder follow Islam. It is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking and music. The origins of the Balinese came from three periods: The first waves of immigrants came from Java and Kalimantan in the prehistoric times of the proto-Malay stock; the second wave of Balinese came slowly over the years from Java during the Hindu period; the third and final period came from Java, between the 15th and 16th centuries, at the time of the conversion of Islam in Java, aristocrats fled to Bali from the Javanese Majapahit Empire to escape Islamic conversion, reshaping the Balinese culture into a syncretic form of classical Javanese culture with many Balinese elements.

BALINESE CULTURE
Bali's Culture strips the cliche from the word unique.  The version of Hinduism practiced with great fervour is found no place else in the world and has inspired fervent artistic expressions that charms visitors.
The population in Bali is almost all Indonesian; 95% are of Balinese Hindu descent and could be described as ethnic Balinese.  The remaining residents are mostly from other parts of the country, particularly java.
balinese have traditional caste divisions that resemble the Indian Hindu system, although there are no 'untouchables'.  Nor is there separation of labour based on caste, except for the Brahmana priesthood.  Over 90% of the population belong to the common Sudra caste, which now includes many wealthy Balinese.  The main significance of caste is in religious roles and rituals, and its influence on Balinese language.
The traditional Balinese society is intensely communal; the organisation of villages, the cultivation of farmlands and even the creative arts are mommunal efforts.  A person belongs to their family, clan, caste and to the village as a whole.  The roles of the sexes are fairly well delineated, with certain tasks handled by women and others reserved for men.  For instance, the running of the household is very much the woman's task, while caring for animals is mostly a male preserve.
Balinese society is held together by collective responsibility.  If a woman enters a temple while menstruating, for instance, it is a kind of irreverence, an insult to the gods, and their displeasure falls not just on the transgressor but on the whole community.  This collective on the individual to conform to adat - the traditional values and customs that form the cor of society.about bali - bali tour

Sunday, July 13, 2014

Denpasar City tour

US$ 40/car (Max 5 pax)

Tour Includes:
  • A/C vehicle
  • Professional English speaking driver
  • Parking fees
  • Sarongs for entering temples
  • Cold mineral water
Visit:
Bajra SandhiIs monument of Balinese People Struggle . This Monument is recognized by the name of Bajra Sandhi because it's form is looking like Bajra or Genta or bell used by all Hindu Priest in reading off Weda holy sentence (mantra) at religious ceremony. This monument is built in the year 1987.
Museum Bali Is a museum of art and history, There are four main buildings inside the museum, Tabanan displaying theatrical masks and musical instruments, Karangasemsculptures and paintings, Buleleng textiles, and Timur with archeological finds.
Batik Factory: Batik is a cloth that is traditionally made using a manual wax-resist dyeing technique.
Batuan Temple: Batuan Temple is a local Balinese Hindu temple looked after by the local resident of Batuan countryside. The temple is designed very beautiful with full of Balinese ornaments and the roof temple building is made from the fiber of chromatic black palm tree.
City Tour

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Monday, June 30, 2014

Ngaben (Cremation Ceremony of Bali)

Ngaben (Cremation ceremony) is one ritual performed by Hindus in Bali are classified as Pitra Yadnya (a ceremony that was dedicated to Ancestor). Cremation is etymologically derived from the word "api" (fire) that gets the prefix "nga", and suffix "an", so to become "ngapian", which is encoded into "ngapen" which gradually shift into a word "ngaben". Ngaben or Cremation ceremony always involves a fire, there are two kinds of fire, in the form of a concrete fire (actual fire) and abstract fire (fire coming from Mantra Puja (holy chanting) by the priest who led the ceremony). Another version says that Ngaben comes from the word "beya" that means stock, so that also means the cremation ceremony gives stock to the ancestors to journey to Sunia Loka (Heaven).


Friday, June 20, 2014

Blue Lagoon Beach

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Blue Lagoon beach, Padang Bay, Bali.  White sand beach with clean water and beautiful reef and coral.  One of best place for snorkling and diving. 

Just walk down 100 meters from the fascinating Blue Lagoon Hotel.  Located just east part of Padang Bay beach.  Comfortable parking is available for 5,000 rupiah.

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Barong Landung

Barong Landung is a holy big dolls characterize Balinese man (black doll) and Chinese woman (white doll).  It proves an interracial  marriage and good relationship between Bali and China long time ago.

Cultural acculturation also can be witnessed till these days. Many ancient Chinese sites can be found in Bali. 

These Barong Landungs now become sacred temple's paraphernalia at some holy places in Bali as a symbol of respecting the Chinese culture's influences in Bali.

Monday, June 16, 2014

PKB (Pesta Kesenian Bali) or Bali Arts Festival

Bali Arts Festival - Pesta Kesenian Bali (PKB) is an annual event of the Bali Governmentprogram, which is used as a place of activities and creativity of the artists in the effort of supporting the government programs in terms of excavation, preservation and development of great values of Balinese art and culture.

Gong Kebyar festival or parade of Balinese Gambelan music is one event in the agenda of the Bali Arts Festival which is very prestigious. In this festival, we can see or witness the artwork as a result of the creativity of the artists and the expertise of the musicians in playing gambelanGong Kebyar.

Bali Arts Festival is held in an attempt offering copyrighted works of best public arts. Eventhough nowdays Balinese people choosing between art and handicrafts, profane and secular, public order and the pure creativity of Bali, all they do them based on the spirit of "dedication" to God, Humanity and Nature (Tri Hita Karana). The difference will not reduce the nature of art. 

The offerings of art and creative works are sincere liberation arts implies that in Hinduism is often referred to as yadnya. Yadnya presented through art and creative works as an offering to make the best of his creation, then the artist wherever possible someone will not present his or her work the most ugly or sober, let alone offering it in the form of artistic and creative works are born from the upstream cultivation of love and spiritual civilization art society.

Bali Arts Festival is a medium and a means to explore and preserve the cultural arts and to improve welfare. Excavation and preservation of art and culture include philosophy, noble values ​​and universal, basic concepts, both cultural heritage objects or objects of historical value is not high, science and art as a representation of civilization and the development of the arts through creation, innovation, cultural adaptation expectations in order to stay alive and sustained in the context of steady change time and times and the ever-changing environment.

Saturday, June 14, 2014

Bali Arts Festival 2014

Bali Arts Festival - Pesta Kesenian Bali (PKB) is an annual event of the Bali Government program, which is used as a place of activities and creativity of the artists in the effort of supporting the government programs in terms of excavation, preservation and development of great values of Balinese art and culture.
Gong Kebyar festival or parade of Balinese Gambelan music is one event in the agenda of the Bali Arts Festival which is very prestigious. In this festival, we can see or witness the artwork as a result of the creativity of the artists and the expertise of the musicians in playing gambelan Gong Kebyar.
Bali Arts Festival is held in an attempt offering copyrighted works of best public arts. Eventhough nowdays Balinese people choosing between art and handicrafts, profane and secular, public order and the pure creativity of Bali, all they do them based on the spirit of "dedication" to God, Humanity and Nature (Tri Hita Karana). The difference will not reduce the nature of art. 

The offerings of art and creative works are sincere liberation arts implies that in Hinduism is often referred to as yadnya. Yadnya presented through art and creative works as an offering to make the best of his creation, then the artist wherever possible someone will not present his or her work the most ugly or sober, let alone offering it in the form of artistic and creative works are born from the upstream cultivation of love and spiritual civilization art society.
Bali Arts Festival is a medium and a means to explore and preserve the cultural arts and to improve welfare. Excavation and preservation of art and culture include philosophy, noble values ​​and universal, basic concepts, both cultural heritage objects or objects of historical value is not high, science and art as a representation of civilization and the development of the arts through creation, innovation, cultural adaptation expectations in order to stay alive and sustained in the context of steady change time and times and the ever-changing environment.

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Bedulu Village

Bedulu Village is an ancient village where Bedahulu or Bedulu Kingdom was. Bedahulu or Bedulu kingdom is an ancient kingdom on the island of Bali in 8th century until the 14th century, located at Bedulu, Gianyar, Bali. It is estimated that this kingdom was ruled by a dynasty of kings Warmadewa descent. Last ruler of the Bedulu kingdom (Bedahulu) opposed against the expansion of Majapahit kingdom in 1343, led by Gajah Mada, however, ended in defeat of Bedulu Kingdom. Resistance of Bedulu Kingdom then completely extinguished after uprising last descent (Dalem Makambika) was defeated in 1347.
Afterwards, Gajah Mada ordered a Brahmin descent from Java named Sri Krishna Kepakisan as king (Dalem) on the island of Bali. Eventually Descendants of Kepakisan dynasty later on becoming kings of several small kingdoms in the island of Bali until nowdays.
Thus, it is discovered many ancient relics around the Bedulu village. Where the ancient relics such as sarcofagus etc are stored in Bedulu archaeological museum. While ancient sites such as caves, relief, temple can still be seen to this day.
Here are some of the sites of ancient royal relics we can visit:
  • Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave Temple)
  • Yeh Pulu (The longest relief in Bali)
  • Kebo Edan (Temple for Brahma sect)
  • Pusering Jagat (The central temple of the island)


Friday, June 6, 2014

Bali Traditional Market

Kuta Art Market
Situated close to the Kuta Beach on Jl. Bakung Sari, Kuta Art Market has a large number of shops selling a wide variety of merchandises including sarongs, clothes, shoes, jewelries, handicrafts, leather goods, and furniture. You can find some good pieces if you look carefully and have a huge bargaining power.
 
Sanur Art Market
Located on Jl. Danau Tamblingan, Sanur Art Market has a more relaxed atmosphere and is less crowded than Kuta. This art market has an interesting variety of shops selling a wide range of merchandises such as sarongs, woodcarvings, and other handicrafts. It is also surrounded by lots of nice restaurants.
 
Kumbasari Market
Kumbasari Market is located on Jl. Gajah Mada, Denpasar, near the Badung River. This traditional, non-air-conditioned market offers an interesting overview of an Indonesia market. In the basement, you will find the traditional market and lots of traditional kitchen crafts made out of woven bamboo on the first floor. The second floor provides spices and dried goods as well as a wide variety of Balinese printed batik, Balinese and Javanese hand-woven textiles and various batik textiles at reasonable prices, while the household wares and clothing can be found on the third floor.
 
Badung Market
This 24 hours traditional market is located on Jl. Gajah Mada, Denpasar, across the Kumbasari Market, separated by the Badung River. This largest and oldest market in Bali provides such local needs as fruit and meat to and, meat, fish, vegetables, tropical and subtropical fruits, groceries, spices, clothes, textiles, and many more. Apart from consumables, one can also find beetle leaves which are used in Balinese Hindu prayers, as well as fabrics and household supplies. Although it is rather unclean, this tent market attracts many local shoppers and wholesalers for its completeness and competitive prices. The peak hour is in the afternoon, when the big transaction occurs.
 
Pasar Burung (Bird Market)
Pasar Burung (Bird Market) is located on Jl. Pramuka, Denpasar. This colorful and noisy market provides a wide range of birds and other such small animals as monkeys, squirrels, small wild cats and other unidentifiable animals from the heart of the dark jungles of Indonesia.
 
Batubulan Market
Batubulan Market, situated at the border of Denpasar and Gianyar, is the home of stone sculptures. You will find various kinds of style here, from traditional to modern, small to large. Traditionally, stone sculptures carved from soft volcanic rock (paras) were used to decorate temples and palaces but recently they are sold for export as well. The craftsmen practically can make anything you request from small to large sculptures.
 
Ubud Market
Ubud is known as the cultural center of Bali and as a land of artists. It is a place where you have the opportunity to see the real Bali. Located on Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud Market has kept much of its traditional charm, with squatting Balinese sellers haggling loudly among spices and vegetables. The market also sells handicrafts which mostly were made in the neighboring villages of Mas, Tegalalang, and more.
 
Sukawati Art Market
Sukawati Art Market is located on Jl. Raya Sukawati, Gianyar, across the Sukawati Traditional Market. Set in a new two-story building, the art market sells a wide variety of merchandises, ranging from statues to dance costumes, all at reasonable prices. A large variety of woven baskets can be found here along with Balinese ceremonial items made from colorful prada (gold painted cloth).
 
Candi Kuning Market
Located in Bedugul, Candi Kuning Market provides fresh fruits, vegetables, spices, and such exotic flowers as delicate orchids and roses, creating an array of wonderful colors. Spices include nutmeg, pepper, paprika and turmeric. A wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables can be found here, as well as jeruk bali (pomelo) and durian.
 
Galiran Market
Galiran Market, Klungkung is known as the central market of Eastern Bali, because of its agricultural commodities from Karangasem, Bangli and Gianyar are mostly sold here. Before 1974, Klungkung traditional market was situated in the heart of Semarapura city. In accordance with the development of commercial activities, the market was moved to Galiran Village, 2 hours drive to the south. It was renovated to a three-story building, providing handicrafts, artworks, traditional fabrics and many more. The most crowded market day falls every three days on pasah (a three-day week based on Balinese calendar).

In 1994, the market area was extended to 3 hectares which consists of 14 building blocks each selling different goods. Block A, B and C sell consumer products. Block D and E are specialized in agricultural products, block F for vegetables. Food and beverages and various fruits are available at block G and H. While, block J and I sell various cattle and pottery handicrafts whilst baskets and salt can be found at block K. Block L and M sell meat and sugar, and block N for cakes and plaits.
 
Kreneng Market
Kreneng market is located on Kamboja Street, East Denpasar, about 3 km from the city center. Daily commodities at reasonable prices can be found in this market. At night, it becomes a night bazaar where various kinds of traditional foods at reasonable prices are also available.

Kreneng Market is also the terminal of mini buses. These mini buses are called ‘bemo’, public transportations which have routes around Denpasar area.
 
Sanglah Market
Sanglah market is located in south Denpasar area, about 2.5 km from the city center. Like other traditional markets in Denpasar, this market offers commodities for the daily needs. Although it is open the whole day, the busy activities are only in the morning around 6 am.
 
Satria Market

Satria market is located at the north side of Gajah Mada Street, in the corner of Nakula Street and Veteran Street. This market sells the art crafts such as wooden handicrafts, paintings, and other handicrafts on the second level; and daily commodities on ground level.

 


Wednesday, June 4, 2014

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Saturday, May 31, 2014

Menjangan Island

Menjangan Island is the most beautiful, unspoiled coral reefs in Bali are located off the coast of Pulau, Menjangan (“Deer Island”) - Comprising hundreds of species of coral, these reefs extend 100 to 150 m from the shore, then drop 40 to 60 m down to the ocean floor. Menjangan and the nearby mainland are excellent places for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. A 45 minute nature walk on Pulau Menjangan, which is uninhabited except for the Java Deer, affords beautiful panoramic views of the mountainous mainland. 
To reach Pulau Menjangan, hire a boat at Labuhan Lalang, just opposite the island on the north coast of Bali. The round-trip cost is about $20 for 6 people. Snorkeling and scuba equipment are not available here, but you can organize this through one of the many diving tour operators in Kuta or Sanur. The boat will stop wherever you want, and the boatmen are experienced guides. It is forbidden to spend the night on Menjangan, but food and simple lodgings are available at Labuhan Lalang.Bali Great Travel - Menjangan Island



Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Yehpulu Trekking

Yeh Pulu Rice Paddy Trekking


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Adult: US$ 39

Child: US$ 20


Yeh Pulu Rice Paddy Trekking include:
  • Joined transfer from/to your hotel in air conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • All entrance fees
  • Welcome drink
  • Lunch or dinner
  • Mineral water
  • Cold towel

Overview
Wander through the rice fields in the ancient village of Bedulu just 10 minutes by vehicle from the famous tourist area of Ubud . You will trek through the fields and learn about the life cycle of the rice paddies- from the planting to harvesting. You will also pass many local temples, and depending on the time of year, have a chance to meet village farmers. Our Rice Paddy Trek is an informative and fun activity for travelers of all ages.

Program Details
The morning trek will start around 9.30am, and THE afternoon trek will start around 3.00pm. Our driver will pick you up at your hotel (pick up time will be arranged depending on the location of your hotel) and will take you to the ancient village of Bedulu. Upon reaching the starting point of the trek, our professional guide will welcome you with refreshing welcome drink as they he/she gives a briefing on the trekking route.

First you will visit Yeh Pulu relief, the longest relief in Bali from 11th century. Then during the 2.5 hour walk you will pass through vast rice fields and other typical village features such as cow stables, tropical tree plantations, Petanu river with traditional sand stone mine, small temple for Goddess Sri (the Rice Field Goddess), a bathing place for local people. Depending on the time of year, you will see farmers planting, harvesting or taking care of the fields. You'll see the famous traditional organization of 'subak', the hand-dug irrigation systems.

Throughout the trek, you'll get glimpses of traditional villager lifestyles as you pass by villages and meet locals. The fresh air and tranquil surroundings provide a great backdrop for this half day excursion.
Your trek ends at Goa Gajah temple, the 11th century Hindu and Buddhist heritage temple with its famous T-shaped cave 10 meters deep, holy bathing place and Buddhist temple complex. Lunch will be served afterward. After lunch you will be transferred back to your hotel.


Note: We recommend wearing sportswear and sturdy shoes. Insect repellent, hat and sunscreen are also highly recommended.