Bali Conservation Adventures

Bali Starling Conservation Experience
2026-01-01 - 2026-12-31
Learn about Bali Starling, the threats that brought them to the brink of extinction and the conservation efforts currently being done to sustain their existence.
Bali Starling (Leucopsar rothschildi), or also known as Bali Myna, is a beautiful bird species endemic to Bali. This bird is regarded as the mascot of Bali. Its feathers are pure white and the skin around its eyes are of distinctive sapphire blue color. The white crest on their heads is a unique feature that stands up when they are happy or feeling competitive.
The beauty of Bali Starling has made this rare bird species widely sought after for caged-bird trade, causing illegal trapping which has brought this avian species to the critically endangered stage in the IUCN conservation status (International Union for Conservation of Nature). The loss of habitat due to illegal logging is making the situation more difficult for Bali Starling to survive, let alone to increase population.
Numerous efforts were taken by the government working together with various conservation organizations that fight for Bali Starling’s survival. Captive breeding program was introduced in several areas in Bali to support the population inside the West Bali National Park which is the original habitat of Bali Starling. As a result, the number of individuals identified in the wild has shown a good increase, but it is still a long way if we are to improve the conservation status of the Bali Starling from ‘critically endangered’ to ‘endangered’.
This Bali Starling Experience program takes you to Utu village in Tabanan, one of the areas appointed to carry out the captive breeding program of Bali Starling. It also gives an opportunity to visit Pura Luhur Besikalung – temple in the forest, and on the way back enjoy the wonderful scenery of Jatiluwih rice-terraces (traditional irrigation system called Subak), a UNESCO world heritage site.

Bali Coral Conservation Experience
2026-01-01 - 2026-12-31
Discover the fascinating facts of coral reefs and why it is crucial for us to keep them healthy and alive. Participate in various fun ways to support the global coral conservation movement.
The coral reefs are also known as the tropical forest of the sea as it releases oxygen by regulating carbon dioxide. Other functions of the coral reefs include: act as shelter and habitat for over 100,000 species of fish and other marine creatures, provide enormous fishery source to over 500 million people across the world, protect shore lines from storms and waves, attract tourism, and an incredible genetic reservoir of untapped pharmaceutical opportunities.
Many of the coral reefs we see now have been around for over 5,000 years. Unfortunately, 60% of the coral reefs in the world is facing serious threats which are sea pollution, global warming, drilling, fish explosive, over-fishing, development of the beach and canals.
Join our coral conservation experience to understand the importance of coral reefs and how we can help to make the ocean a better place for all.

Bali Mangrove Conservation Experience
2026-06-01 - 2026-12-31
Learn about the Mangrove Forest in Bali and be a part of local community’s reforestation efforts to save Bali’ mangroves.
Mangrove is a plant that grows mainly along the coast lines and tidal rivers with equatorial climates. Mangrove shrubs and trees are salt tolerant shrubs or trees. They have special salt-filtration system which allow them to tolerate salt water that would kill most plants.
The presence of mangroves is often overlooked and underrated. The mangroves actually have a vital role in nature and human lives. They act as barriers to waves and storms for the coastal areas, provide habitat and shelter to sea birds and nursery for fish as well as other marine fauna. Mangrove forests also capture CO2 from the atmosphere and store it in their roots, slowing down the effect of climate change.
Indonesia, which consists of over 17,000 islands including Bali, is home to an estimated 23% of the world’s mangroves (3.36 million hectares per KLHK, 2021), the largest extent of global mangrove ecosystems, and is the most diverse with 92 mangrove species. Unfortunately, Indonesia experiences significant mangrove loss each year. The majority of loss is caused by mangroves being converted into aquaculture ponds (mostly for shrimps) and coastal development for urban expansion. The government has expanded Marine Protected Areas to over 23 million hectares in the effort of reducing the conversion of the mangrove forests. But there are still so much more to do to conserve the Mangrove Forest.
