18 Off-the-Beaten-Path Experiences in Bali for Curious Travellers

Bali's Best Kept Secret: Unique Mt Batur Trek and Lake Batur Boat Ride

100X better than the usual mass Batur hikes! Private trek + magical boat ride.

Sustainable Bali Bike Tour: Local Life and Scenic Views in Ubud

90% downhill and visit a meaningful local village project. Really heartfelt. 

Firefly Safari with Conservationist

A must-do in Bali! Save the scared Bali firefires + yummy village dinner. 

Balinese Melukat with a Priestess Family 

Guests say this changed their lives. It also takes place at a quieter temple.

Munduk: Ancient Jungle Trekking and Remote Waterfalls Adventure 

Every booking directly supports nine local families in Munduk.

For ages we thought Bali was overrated. But when we went deeper to uncover its hidden gems, we finally saw the magic of Bali. It has a lot of heart and incredible places to see if you look closer. We hope you love what we found. 

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We used to think Bali was overrated too. Then we went deeper and found its quieter side - a handpicked shortlist of hidden gems with real heart.

Bali's Best Kept Secrets: Our Top Hidden Gems

Bali's Best Kept Secrets

Beautiful experience! I see the Canang Sari all over Bali I really wanted to know more about it. The atmosphere was lovely and they answered all my questions. The teacher was very patient and the making was relaxing. At the end we did a praying ceremony and it was peaceful. Great morning activity in Ubud

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Make Canang Sari with a Balinese Family in Ubud

Beautiful experience! I see the Canang Sari all over Bali I really wanted to know more about it. The atmosphere was lovely and they answered all my questions. The teacher was very patient and the making was relaxing. At the end we did a praying ceremony and it was peaceful.  Great morning activity in Ubud 

Meeting Putu and her family was one of the highlights of my trip to Bali. The whole melukat experience was extremely peaceful and contemplative, and I learned so much during it. I can not recommend this enough!

Meeting Putu and her family was one of the highlights of my trip to Bali. The whole melukat experience was extremely peaceful and contemplative, and I learned so much during it. I can not recommend this enough!

This was such a fun and well-organized bike tour! The hotel pickup was seamless, and we met our small group, after which we were driven to pick up our bikes. The bikes were in very good condition. The terrain was mostly downhill, so not exerting at all. I loved being able to bike through the rice paddies as well as learn about firefly conservation in the forest. I highly recommend this, especially if you're looking to get outside of the hustle and bustle of central Ubud!

This was such a fun and well-organized bike tour! The hotel pickup was seamless, and we met our small group, after which we were driven to pick up our bikes. The bikes were in very good condition. The terrain was mostly downhill, so not exerting at all. I loved being able to bike through the rice paddies as well as learn about firefly conservation in the forest. I highly recommend this, especially if you're looking to get outside of the hustle and bustle of central Ubud!

It was a lovely experience with very friendly guides, beautiful nature and great food. 10/10 would recommend, we could not think of anything to improve on!

It was a lovely experience with very friendly guides, beautiful nature and great food. 10/10 would recommend, we could not think of anything to improve on!

It was a private tour and the guide was super helpful and curated the tour in such a way so as to avoid the crowds

Bali Private Customised Tour | See the Real Bali!

It was a private tour and the guide was super helpful and curated the tour in such a way so as to avoid the crowds

So glad we did this experience! truly off the beaten path. The whole time we had the trail and area to ourselves. We got lucky with clear view and that had to be the best sunrise I've seen. 
 Everything organisation wise went smooth with Justin and or guide Wi was patient and help take photos. I can't recommend this enough! 
 The little breakfast on the top was lovely serves by a local lady.

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So glad we did this experience! truly off the beaten path. The whole time we had the trail and area to ourselves. We got lucky with clear view and that had to be the best sunrise I've seen. 
Everything organisation wise went smooth with Justin and or guide Wi was patient and help take photos. I can't recommend this enough! 
The little breakfast on the top was lovely serves by a local lady. 

I was guided in a sweet way to clarity and to see myself with more compassion and understanding. Everything He said was nailed and on point. It was fun while keeping seriousness. I will come back definitely!!💯

Spiritual Guidance with Balinese Healer 

I was guided in a sweet way to clarity and to see myself with more compassion and understanding. Everything He said was nailed and on point. It was fun while keeping seriousness. I will come back definitely!!💯 

The cooking school tour was fabulous. 
 Tasting fruit at the market and picking our own vegetables in the beautiful organic garden.
 So interesting learning about the trees and plants on the farm.
 The hosts were friendly and knowledgeable and made everyone feel very relaxed.
 And the whole cooking experience was interesting and fun and very tasty.

Cook with Bali's Freshest | Local Market & Organic Farm

The cooking school tour was fabulous. 
Tasting fruit at the market and picking our own vegetables in the beautiful organic garden.
So interesting learning about the trees and plants on the farm.
The hosts were friendly and knowledgeable and made everyone feel very relaxed.
And the whole cooking experience was interesting and fun and very tasty.

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