Indonesia Naturalist Guide

Your day starts with a 2.5-hour downhill trek to the Tenganan Pagringsingan village. Your guide will show you around and explain how traditional life works. Only people born in the village can live here and be full members of the community, which has existed in this part of Bali dating back to at least the 13th century. Villagers follow a strict set of rules when it comes to the wildlife surrounding their village — for example, a member cannot chop down a tree without permission from the community. From the village, you’ll have tremendous view of the mountain and farmers working in the rice fields.

Take a 3-hour guided walk to learn more about the medicinal use of herbs in Balinese culture, followed by a lesson on how to make some of these concoctions yourself. Your guide will show you which herbs go into the local’s authentic beauty treatments and health-giving drinks.

Take a bird-watching tour of the countryside right outside of Ubud. You will be charmed by enthusiasm and knowledge of your guide Sumadi who is experienced Balinese ornithologist. Even if you’re not an experienced birder, there’s plenty to appreciate about this environment — you’ll pass by the rice fields and scenic temples that make rural Bali so memorable. You will learn a little bit about herbs and plants as well.