• Selling Last and Love in Bali
• What to Do-Kuta and Seminyak
• The Hidden Life of South Bali
• The Struggle to Save Bali's Turtles
• Jimbaran-The Bukit
• What to Do-Impossible Surf at The Bukit
• Fair Trade in Bali
• Ubud
• A Dance for Every Day
• Balinese Painters
• Ubud-What to do
• A Word of Dance
• East Bali in a Nutshell
• The Hidden life of East Bali
• Klungkung
• Where to Stay-Padang Bay
• Where to Stay Candidasa
• First and Third World in Tenganan
• Amlapura-Tirtagangga
• Tirtagangga and Around
• Amed Beach
• Planning Your Trip: The Best of Bali
• South Bali in a Nutshell

 

Ubud – What to Do

To the south of Ubud, near Kemenuh, 7 km west of Gianyar, you may enjoy the refreshing view of the Tegenungan Waterfall , dropping as high as 20m. The water flows into the Petanu River with a strong current,so swimming is unlikely.

Guided Discoveries of Natural and Culture

Walking round Ubud will bring many questions, as every turn reveals a complex world of plants, animals, and human life. Take a tour with one of the great guides below and let them reveal a whole world of life, traditions, secret stories hidden in the enchanting landscape.

­The Magical World of Pak Darma

A banana leaf, a butterfly, and a bright flower creeping along the path will lead to fascinating stories as you walk around with Pak Darma, the owner of Rumah Roda restaurant. Under his expert eyes, every detail of the landscape finds its place as yet another colorful element of the Balinese art of living. Just tell him your interests, and benefit from his knowledge and friendship.

Healing Herbs under your Feet

Watch your step as you walk around Ubud, for you may accidentally step on a timeless cure for hepatitis or diabetes - unless you are guided by Wayan Lilir and her hus­band Made Westi. Active environmentalists from a family of traditional healers, they feel they are in charge of a vanishing treasure: the local science of herbal remedies.

As they write: "We love to share our knowledge with those who want to learn about plant healing. Many people are missing so much, looking at landscapes from their car window...We offer a healthy walking experience where visitors will learn to spot invaluable herbs creeping in front of the beautiful vistas. We teach people how to identify each species with their eyes, nose, and tongue, before learning how to use each plant to remain healthy, in harmony with Mother nature.”

the lush vegetation gluttonous birds prey bring many questions forests around Ubud

amidst trees surrounding Pita Maha association modern Balinese paintings workshops offer hands