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Review Author: Lina
Review Date: 09 Dec 2025
Review Body: A fascinating experience to learn about bees, and especially the stingless trigona bee, native to tropical areas. Juli is a super knowledgable guide who's enthusiasm and curiosity for bee keeping and farming is infectious. This close up encounter with the bees, learning about their ecosystem and lives (think Game of Thrones level of palace intrigue) makes this typically threatening creature a truly admirable point of interest. Highly recommend!! Walking around the farm and seeing all super interesting and tasty plants (cashew nuts, mulberries, bananas!) around is a bonus!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Putri
Review Date: 10 Dec 2025
Review Body: Such a great experience! 🐝 Juli was super informative guide and somehow made me way more interested in bees than I ever expected. Learning how important they are to the farm’s ecosystem was eye-opening. Tasting honey straight from different hives was honestly a core memories, each colony tastes different, which felt like a honey tasting flight 😄 Seeing how they harvest the honey without hurting the bees was really cool too. At one point it genuinely felt like watching a National Geographic episode… but live. Highly recommend!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Marlene
Review Date: 04 Dec 2025
Review Body: Saifana is a magical place. The food was some of the best we’ve had in Lombok. The team here is warm and welcoming and had so much knowledge to share about the garden, the bees and the cooking. It was very special to share this experience with our family who was visiting Indonesia for the first time. Thank you to everyone at the farm.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Livia Sybal
Review Date: 04 Dec 2025
Review Body: Loved our stay at Saifana we did workshops had amazing food and loved the garden. A family friendly place where you feel at home
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Katrina Moore-Pettersson
Review Date: 05 Dec 2025
Review Body: I highly highly recommend a visit here. I wanted to check out and organic farm while in Indo and I'm so grateful I found Saifana. Right away, we were greeted with the warmest welcome. The host rememebered and referred to us by name throughout the day we were there. We wanted to stay overnight but they were fully booked and I now understand why. We did a cooking class with a young girl who spoke excellent English and together we created the yummiest meal with super fresh and organic ingredients. We couldn't finish it so they put it in the fridge for us and heated it up for us to have for dinner. THey have a little "shop" and a library and some board games in the cafe. Everyone was so so lovely and the whole farm just has really good vibes. I would go back to Lombok just to go to this farm!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Florian Lafay
Review Date: 05 Dec 2025
Review Body: What a lovely place! Great cooking class! We heard about this place through a friend, and we are glad we have been there! The atmosphere is very relaxing and very friendly, we feel that is much more than just a business, but a big family wanting to share. The staff is lovely, products are excellent with very fair price. We took part of the cooking class and we loved it ! Thanks to the lovely staff !
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Kayla Andra
Review Date: 05 Dec 2025
Review Body: Friends and I went on a weekend trip to saifana and participated in their garden tour and cooking class. I can only recommend the place! Their knowledge and passion for regenerative farming is incredible. You learn so much. The family and staff have the happiest vibes. The food is all fresh from the garden. And the animals (along with all of their personalities) are the icing on the cake. ☺️
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Nanou
Review Date: 12 Feb 2026
Review Body: Hidden gem with great staff and delicious organic food straight from the garden. We definitely enjoyed our stay a lot with our family of four. Kids played the whole day in the garden, guesthouse and with the kittens. We did a couple of workshops and learned a lot about gardening and the trigona bees. We recommend this place if you like to live close to nature.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Fiona Hanlon
Review Date: 05 Dec 2025
Review Body: Its magic on every level, a beautiful space, people and food. The Sasak Cooking experience is fabulous in the outdoor kitchen cooking over fire. Nia and her assistant walk you through some of the local Sasak customs around life and food and by the end a veritable feast is produced. It’s very special, come hungry!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Gregoire Olivia
Review Date: 05 Dec 2025
Review Body: Thank you very much to the whole team for the warm welcome at Farm ! The place is gorgeous and peaceful ! The cooking class with Nia and Rinda is delicious. I really enjoyed staying here :)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Zeyang
Review Date: 12 Feb 2026
Review Body: Extremely friendly staff, unbelievably amazing food. A beautiful farm. Herna was so attentive. Will stay again.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Mo
Review Date: 12 Feb 2026
Review Body: Amazing place to stay! Food, staff, everything is nice!
Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Trigona bee talk, hive demo, honey tasting & beekeeping insights
Itinerary Description: Learn about Trigona bees, one of the world’s smallest stingless bees, and their importance to the farm ecosystem Observe the wooden hive boxes and see the bees inside with guidance from the beekeeper Gain insight into the bees' lives, including viewing the queen and colony Learn about the sustainable harvesting practices to protect the bees and their hives Watch a demonstration of honey harvesting using a small knife or spoon Taste different varieties of honey produced by various Trigona bee colonies
Three visitors smiling at a farm table in Lombok as they examine a box of small insects on the wooden workbench under the open shelter
Lush woodland garden in Lombok with dense shrubs, fruit trees, and a winding path through cultivated beds
Charred honeycomb pieces smouldering on a wooden tray in a farm setting in Lombok, suggesting beeswax processing
Thatched honey hut at Saifana Organic Farm on Lombok with a small group gathered in the garden near stingless bee boxes
Saifana Organic Farm honey hut visit on Lombok: people pose with stingless bee hive frames in the thatched shelter
Woman tasting honey from stingless bees on Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok, with hands raised in the lush garden
A beekeeper stands beside a “HONEY HUT” sign while presenting honeycomb on a tray at his farm in Lombok
Three visitors smiling at a farm table in Lombok as they examine a box of small insects on the wooden workbench under the open shelter
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Three visitors smiling at a farm table in Lombok as they examine a box of small insects on the wooden workbench under the open shelter
Lush woodland garden in Lombok with dense shrubs, fruit trees, and a winding path through cultivated beds
Charred honeycomb pieces smouldering on a wooden tray in a farm setting in Lombok, suggesting beeswax processing
Thatched honey hut at Saifana Organic Farm on Lombok with a small group gathered in the garden near stingless bee boxes
Three visitors smiling at a farm table in Lombok as they examine a box of small insects on the wooden workbench under the open shelter
Lush woodland garden in Lombok with dense shrubs, fruit trees, and a winding path through cultivated beds
Charred honeycomb pieces smouldering on a wooden tray in a farm setting in Lombok, suggesting beeswax processing
Thatched honey hut at Saifana Organic Farm on Lombok with a small group gathered in the garden near stingless bee boxes
Saifana Organic Farm honey hut visit on Lombok: people pose with stingless bee hive frames in the thatched shelter
Woman tasting honey from stingless bees on Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok, with hands raised in the lush garden
A beekeeper stands beside a “HONEY HUT” sign while presenting honeycomb on a tray at his farm in Lombok
Scenic view from a thatched terrace at Saifana Organic Farm on Lombok, overlooking the fields, trees and distant hills
Open stingless bee hive box held on a wooden table at Saifana Organic Farm on Lombok, showing dark honeycomb
Visitors gather at a thatched hut with a “HONEY HUT” sign on a tropical farm in Lombok, surrounded by greenery
Tasting honey from a spoon outdoors on a local farm in Lombok during a honey tasting, with lush greenery behind
Close-up of hands examining honeycomb in a wooden frame at an outdoor honey station on a Lombok farm beside an orange bowl
Woman in a beige headscarf working at a farm table under trees in Lombok, surrounded by green baskets and shade
Hanging green seedpods on a tree branch with small insects near flowers at Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok
Hand holding stingless-bee honeycomb pieces and a green brood cell on Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok
Bamboo basket of farm vegetables, with spring onions, chillies, tomatoes and herbs, at Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok
Vegetable beds with green leafy crops at Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok, arranged in an organic regenerative layout
Aerial view of Saifana Organic Farm’s permaculture plots, ponds and pathways surrounded by greenery in Lombok
Narrow walkway through lush regenerative vegetable beds at Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok, showing outdoor permaculture growing

Stingless Bee & Honey Tasting on a Lombok Farm

Meet Stingless Trigona Bees & Taste Real Honey on a Peaceful Lombok Farm
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Up to 4 guests
DURATION
1 hour
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Meet tiny stingless bees, taste their honey and support a farm doing real good
Most people come to Lombok for the beaches and mountains, but this is a lovely way to experience something much more local and hands-on. You’ll visit a family-run regenerative farm, meet tiny stingless Trigona bees, peek inside their hives and taste honey straight from different colonies.Because Trigona bees don’t sting, you can get right up close without protective gear. You’ll see how they live, take a short walk around the farm to learn where they forage, and understand how they pollinate the herbs, vegetables and fruit trees growing here.Then you’ll taste the honey! The beekeeper harvests only a little from each hive so there’s plenty left for the bees, and each colony produces a slightly different flavour depending on what they’ve been feeding on (how cool is that!). What makes this extra meaningful is that the farm itself is also doing meaningful work in Lombok. The family practises regenerative farming and helps other local farmers move away from damaging monocrops towards more sustainable ways of growing food. They also support women and girls in the surrounding community facing issues including child marriage and domestic abuse.It’s a really cool experience for families, nature lovers, or anyone who wants to do something a little different in Lombok beyond the usual sightseeing.What to ExpectLearn about Trigona bees — tiny, stingless, and vital to the farm’s healthGet an up-close look inside their small wooden hivesLearn how bees play an essential role in sustainable farmingWatch how honey is harvested gently using a knife or spoonTry tasting different honeys — each bee colony produces its own distinct flavourExperience short farm tour to learn where the bees harvest their pollenHear about sustainable beekeeping practices straight from the beekeeperGood to KnowNo protective gear needed — these bees are stingless and totally safeFood, drinks, and transport are not included (transport can be added on)

Experience highlights

Three visitors smiling at a farm table in Lombok as they examine a box of small insects on the wooden workbench under the open shelter
See a more local side of Lombok
Lush woodland garden in Lombok with dense shrubs, fruit trees, and a winding path through cultivated beds
Visit a regenerative family farm
Open stingless bee hive box held on a wooden table at Saifana Organic Farm on Lombok, showing dark honeycomb
Meet tiny stingless Trigona bees
Woman tasting honey from stingless bees on Saifana Organic Farm in Lombok, with hands raised in the lush garden
Taste honey of different colonies
Saifana Organic Farm host smiling in the garden, holding a small bowl of honey while welcoming visitors on the Lombok farm
Guided by passionate bee keeper
Saifana Organic Farm guide at the honey hut on a Lombok farm, pointing along the hive area beneath the thatched shelter
Support local farmers, women & girls

What You’ll be Doing

Trigona bee talk, hive demo, honey tasting & beekeeping insights
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What’s Included

Education about Trigona Bees and their ecological importance
Guided observation of bee hives, including viewing the bees, queen, and colony
Demonstration of sustainable honey harvesting methods
Tasting of Trigona honey from different colonies
Interaction with a beekeeper and opportunity to ask questions

Not included

Food and drinks
Transportation (add-on available)
Personal expenses
Tips
Accommodation (add-on available)

Available Add-ons:

Double Bungalow (Rp660.123)
Family Bungalow (Rp1.436.580)
Transport from ⁠⁠North Lombok (Rp777.285)
Transport from Airport (Rp910.800)
Transport from East Lombok (Rp1.036.035)
Transport from Kuta Area (Rp1.036.035)
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Who you’re supporting

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Community Champion

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Leave No Trace Steward

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Wildlife Protector

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Women-led Wonder

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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Meet-up at Saifana Organic Farm(Saifana Organic Farm, Jalan Raya Bayan, Indonesia)
  • 15 mins before selected timeslot

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Transport Add-ons

Add-on 1

  • Transport from ⁠⁠North Lombok(Price: Rp777.285 for up to 4 guests)

Add-on 2

  • Transport from Airport(Price: Rp910.800 for up to 4 guests)

Add-on 3

  • Transport from East Lombok(Price: Rp1.036.035 for up to 4 guests)

Add-on 4

  • Transport from Kuta Area(Price: Rp1.036.035 for up to 4 guests)

Start & Ends

  • Every Monday
    02:00PM - 03:00PM
  • Every Tuesday
    02:00PM - 03:00PM
  • Every Wednesday
    02:00PM - 03:00PM
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Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Halal food available
  • Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 6+)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    Cancel 7 days before activity for a full refund

What to Pack

  • You don’t really need to bring anything — just yourself! If you want to be extra comfortable, you can bring mosquito repellent, Comfortable footwear is a plus, but nothing special is required. Enjoy the experience light and easy!
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Sutikno and his wife, Anne-Sophie, started their journey in Lombok back in 2013. They returned to Indonesia after years abroad where they worked in development agencies in countries as far flung as Mali and Laos. They were ready to settle down and without even seeing the land first, they bought it to help someone in a medical emergency. What they got was dry, rocky ground—but they rolled up their sleeves and slowly transformed it into a thriving farm using regenerative practices. Over the years their kindness extends far beyond growing vegetables on the farm — they now share their sustainable permaculture farming knowledge widely with community in hopes that they can improve farming practices across the island, allowing the soil to regenerate from decades of monocropping. They also work to empower local women, who face child marriage and domestic violence in northern Lombok, by giving them meaningful employment and teaching them English. Their cup is always overflowing with love and care for their community.
Experience: 13 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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