Visitors to Bali have long been drawn to the stunning emerald terraces that were first planted by Hindu priests when they arrived on the island in the 9th century. Locals and visitors alike appreciate the beauty of these fields as they change seasons from planting to harvest and they offer up a serene peaceful sight far removed from the bustling beaches of Balis tourist zones.

Our Bali tour will whisk you away from the tourist track and introduce you to real local life: on the rice terraces of Kerobokan that define the countrys agricultural industry. But before we do well kick off our adventure with a visit to a large bric-a-brac antiques warehouse followed by a walk through the local market where your guide will explain how local businesses operate.

Then its to the fields Here your guide will explain how the subak irrigation system works its an ancient irrigation system having first been introduced by Hindu priests when they arrived on Bali over 1200 years ago but is still very much in use today. The subak system is about so much more than just watering plants though. It creates ecosystems for new life and is bound by the communitys temples where water priests honour the relationship between humans the Earth and the gods.

Youll learn more about this relationship with a visit to a local subak temple a gathering place for farmers. Well walk from here in to the expansive rice fields of Kerobokan where well begin our trek of about two to three kilometres wear comfy shoes that you dont mind getting wet.

Well make our way through the terraces using the tops of walls as a pathway. Well cross over rivers carefully treading over the farmers bamboo bridges from one rice field to the next.

The local farmers here dont just grow rice but also tomatoes beans bananas eggplant chilies corn sugar cane and water snails. The rice fields themselves are home to a number of aquatic species including frogs fish crabs and snails its the perfect little ecosystem and youll have a better understanding of how it all works together.

After our trek well be met by our driver who will take us back to the starting point. From there youre free to explore more of the area on your own or your local guide can give you some tips on where to go for lunch in the area before heading back to your hotel.

Directions to meeting point: From Jl Kerobokan heading north turn right at the lights known as LIO corner J l. Petitenget is on your left. You will now be travelling toward Denpasar on Jl. Tekumar. Turn left at the next lights into Jl. Mertasari and follow this road it runs straight to our office in about 3-4 kilometres.

Need a taxi to get to the meeting point? Our local guides in Bali recommend the Blue Bird taxi app as the easiest way to get around.


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Meeting point: Starbucks Kerobokan - Jl. Gn. Tangkuban Perahu No.13, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung Meeting point instructions: Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the start time End point: Stuja Coffee or Xich Lo Kerobokan café. Your guide will arrange a taxi for you back to your hotel or to your next destination Duration: 3 hours Included: Local English-speaking guide. Transportation from the meeting point to the rice fields. Mineral water. Cold towel. Rice field donation Not included: Food and drinks. Souvenirs and personal items Mandatory instructions: Dress standard: Note that you will be trekking for about 2 to 3 kilometres through a rice field and therefore could get wet. Please wear clothing and footwear that you are comfortable walking in, and that you won’t mind if they get muddy or dirty. Also bring your camera and a sense of adventure! Voucher type: Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity Voucher validity: Service date Supplier name: Urban Adventures Supplier emergency phone: +62 822 355 325 07.