Sights, excursions and sports
The North of Bali offers beautiful destinations. Our manager looks forward to help you finding the right sightseeing and to organize those trips. All excursions can be arranged individually according to your needs. Below you will find a selection:
Nature
Waterfall tour
Experience Bali's pristine nature and get to know rice and carnation fields, fruit and cocoa plantations and untouched rainforests. You have the opportunity to swim in lagoons and jump from waterfalls. A private experienced guide will exclusively take care of you and your travel group (short tour - 2 hours / long tour - 4 hours).
The hot springs in Banjar: Air Panas
Above of Lovina, near the Buddhist temple Brahmavihara, are the hot springs of Banjar. Surrounded by tropical gardens, the thermal pools are filled with hot, sulphurous water and with healing powers.
The Monkey Forest of Ubud
The “holy” monkeys can be observed here in their natural environment. Since they are not hunted and know humans as food source, they are neither shy nor reluctant. So, watch your personal belongings. Especially the long-tailed macaques are common on the island.
Mount Batur volcano
Curious to experience the sunrise from the crater of the 1,717 meter high Mount Batur volcano? We organize the tour for you, which is carried out by an external agent.
Agriculture
Rice terraces
The Jatiluwih rice terraces are UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 2012. The rice-growing areas not only look fantastic; their unique irrigation system also provide interesting insights into the most important basic food of the Balinese people.
Coffee plantation
Do you know Luwak coffee? No? Then you should definitely take a tour to a coffee plantation. During a tasting, you can savour the well-known Luwak coffee as well as a variety of typical coffees and teas
Coffee factory
If you are interested in exploring how the "Bali coffee" is made, we recommend visiting a coffee factory. We are happy to organize an exclusive tour to the production facility of the Banyualit coffee factory for you.
Winegrowing
In Sanggalangit, between Seiririt and Permuteran, is the location of the "Hatten winery", which is the only wine growing area of Bali. Let yourself be guided through the vineyards and learn interesting things about the special challenges of local viticulture during a wine tasting.
Culture & religion
Hindu temples
The "Island of the Gods," as Bali is affectionately known, has over 20,000 temples. Our team will provide valuable tips about what you must not miss.
Brahmavihara Temple in Banjar
The Brahmavihara Temple - also known as the "Banjar Buddhist Temple" - is the largest Buddhist monastery in Bali and well known throughout Asia. It is located above Lovina, nestled in the green mountains that are so characteristic of the North of Bali.
Markets & arts & crafts
Market in Lovina or Singaraja
Experience the local market life! Be inspired by the fragrance mix of spices, food, fruits and vegetables, offerings and incense sticks.
Artist village Ubud
Wood carvings, paintings and textile art - the small town of Ubud does not only have a fantastic scenery, but is also considered as the artistic center of Bali. In addition, Ubud is famous for its Monkey Forest, the various art museums and the graceful dance performances. Furthermore, you can visit the botanical garden, the spectacular cave temple and you get the possibility to gain insights into traditional craftsmanship.
Sports & recreation
Diving and snorkeling
Be enchanted by the fascinating underwater world of Bali. Experience the colorful abundance of fish, coral and plant life in the clear water of the Bali Sea. For a dive trip to Menjangan Island or Tulamben to the wreck "Liberty" the experienced PADI dive master Augus can be book exclusively for you in a professional manner.
Relaxing beach day
Relax at the beach side, collect shells or watch the fishermen? We have a cooperation with Spice Beach Club who offers you a full beach service including comfortable sun loungers, bar, restaurant, sun towels and transportation from and to our villa for a special price. Our manager will organize your pick up. The unique volcanic sand is well worth a visit!
Handara Golf Resort
Opened in 1974 as Bali's first Golf & Country Club Resort, the 18-hole championship golf course has been voted as one of the top 50 golf courses in the world by Golf Magazine. The golf course is located in the lush highlands of Bali in the middle of a volcanic crater in the mountains of Bedugul.