Farm the Future: Bali Greenhouse Experience
2025-11-29 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
A different experience of Kintamani trip that provides an insight into the art of greenhouse farming at an international standard greenhouse facility set out on Bali’s highland.
Step into the world of a greenhouse farmer in Bali. Bali Fresh Farm (PT.DIF) grows a variety of paprika in their wonderful greenhouse facility. Contrary to general knowledge which limits understanding of paprika as bell pepper or capsicum we usually find in salads or Asian stir-fry, a visit to this greenhouse facility opens the window of knowledge into the vast variety of pepper family. Different shapes from the commonly found bell pepper, the extra-large chili shape ‘sweet point’ and the short plump ‘sweet bite’ to name a few. They come in many colors (aside from the usual green, red and yellow) such as orange, aubergine-purple to dark chocolate and even the rare white that we have never seen. These array of peppers present different taste too, some are sweeter than others but some can be really hot like the small chili !
There are several large greenhouse domes here, the largest was about 1,700 square meter and 7-meter high, each is carefully designed and operated to provide a perfect environment for every phase of the plant growth from seeds to harvest. Inside, an impressive view of thousands of paprika plants arranged in straight lines with implanted watering system and updated hanging record-tags tells us that proper farming operation is actually a form of science.
Bali Fresh Farm is also proud to be a part of the local community. This almost 9,000-square meter farm has a team of female-farmers recruited from nearby villages. They are empowered with knowledge and skills required to produce high quality product fit for European standards. Neighboring local farmers benefit from the fertilized soil of the greenhouse brought to them after harvest time in the greenhouse domes.
Participating in this program will provide you with a different perspective towards farming, and an amazing experience of harvesting perfect paprika fruits in an ideal greenhouse environment.

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 Dogs Conservation Experience
2026-01-01 08:00 - 17:00
Learn about the history of the Bali Dogs and experience first-hand encounter with this ancient dog breed while helping the rehabilitation process of these beautiful souls at a rescue facility.
Anyone who has been to Bali must have seen local dogs running around in the village and on the streets. Bali dogs have been roaming the island for centuries. This indigenous breed is known to be a tough breed, able to survive the harshest conditions on the street without the veterinarian care required by western breeds. A university in the USA tested blood samples taken from Bali dogs and the result said that it is the oldest dog breed known to man. Although the Bali dog breed looks similar to the Australian dingo, its DNA is a mixture of Dingo, Chow-Chow from the northern China and Akita, a very loyal dog breed that lives in the mountains of Japan. People that keep Bali dogs as pets say that they are very good guard dogs. If not adopted from puppy, may take a while to warm up to human’s touch but once they are close to someone or a family, the loyalty to their human(s) is second to none.
Unfortunately, this indigenous breed is misunderstood and under-valued in their own island as most people are not aware of the Bali dog’s history. In 2004, the provincial government allowed imported dog breeds to enter Bali (this was previously prohibited by law). While this brought joy to those who moved to live in Bali bringing along their imported breed pets, this has decreased the popularity of Bali dogs quite substantially. They are regarded as street dogs of less value. Many are abandoned as people prefer buying imported breed puppies for prestige. The existence of pure breed Bali dogs is now threatened by crossbreeding, not to mention mass culling and the horrible dog meat trade.
A few rescue centers were founded to fight for the Bali dogs’ welfare and existence. These facilities take-in abandoned dogs from the streets prioritizing those with critical conditions or injuries. The rescued dogs then go through a rehabilitation process where medical attention and daily care are provided through sponsorships and volunteer works. Dogs with traumatic experience are gradually re-introduced to contacts with humans. They can use as many hugs and touches from different people to establish or restore the trust in human they once lost. It is always so touching and relieving to see how dogs with even the worst trauma can warm up to the tenderness, love and care from the keepers and volunteers as if they are saying ‘thank you’ or ‘I forgive you human’. This process is very important as it will make them adoptable and find their forever home.
Be a part of this process to give Bali Dogs a second chance to live and to have families that love them.

Bali Sea Turtle Conservation Experience
2026-04-01 - 2026-10-28
Learn about the sea turtles and join the conservation efforts at a turtle center in Bali to give this ancient species a better chance of survival.
Bali’s coastal line is a nesting habitat for sea turtles. Each year from April to October, female turtles come up and lay their eggs in almost the exact location where they hatched some thirty to forty years ago. Sea turtles species commonly found nesting in Bali are the olive ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea) and green (Chelonia mydas). Sometimes we see hawksbill turtles emerged. Feral animals and human predation of turtle eggs, fishing accidents, beach development and misleading artificial lights are the major threats to sea turtles in these areas.
Sea turtle conservation community in Bali continuously does egg-rescue, beach-cleaning, provide hatching facility and treatment for injured turtles to sustain the existence of this ancient air-breathing marine reptile. Most turtle centers here are simple and operate based on donations and volunteer supports.
Participating in our Bali Sea Turtle Experience gives you an opportunity to support local conservation efforts and first-hand experience of working with sea turtles.
