Explore secret West Bali
– Medewi –
Roadtrip
across West Bali on one of the most scenic drives on the island. Do this drive in the early mornings and you're likely to have a stunning view of Batukaru volcano.
– Negara –
Take
the road less-travelled – the views are beautiful. Think vast tracts of paddies and distant hills covered in jungle.
– Medewi –
Drive
a scenic road that winds through a sacred tree, then enjoy lunch or a Bali coffee with a breathtaking jungle view.
– Balian –
Explore
the exquisite rice terraces that stretch from Pantai Soka all the way back to the foot of Batukaru mountain. They're among the loveliest rice terraces in Bali.
– Pemuteran –
Taste
wine and take a walk through one of the many small vineyards where grapes are grown for Bali's Hatten Wine.
– Medewi –
Walk
to and swim in the pool at the base of West Bali's pretty twin waterfall, Juwuk Manis
– Negara –
Photograph
the colourful fishing fleet moored in a river mouth near Negara.
– Medewi –
Learn
to make coconut oil the traditional way. Classes are held on request at the home of Ratna and Sup, in a scenic and quiet part of Medewi.
– Negara –
Watch
the dramatic mekepung – buffalo chariot races – that take place on Sundays in the paddies near Negara.
– Pemuteran –
Shop
for some of the most delicious – and unusual – artisanal salt made on the island.
– Balian –
Visit
the small Catholic Church in hillside Selabih. There's a pretty shrine to the Virgin Mary set in tended gardens, and the view from up here is stunning.