Nature and Outdoors

Muntigunung Community Development Program

In Bali’s central highlands, it’s all about nature, where rugged mountainsides meet peaceful lakes; an alpine pocket of dewy forests and cool misty climes. Bedugul, Pancasari and Munduk are a far-cry of the Bali many expect to see. Instead of sunny shores and palm-lined beaches, it’s a still, crisp air and stickly pines. These are

Out in the rural farmlands of Abiansemal, south of Ubud, Astungkara Way invites people to try their hand at the most fundamental of human activities: farming. This unique, learning-based experience encourages people to immerse themselves into Bali’s agrarian way of life to understand what it means to be close to our source of food and

The East. A word that calls forth memories of expeditions, the search for unknown worlds, of odyssey and discovery. The world – an oyster for seafaring adventurers seeking unmapped lands. Bali’s own eastern territories hold similar repute, a land that lures in those eager to surround themselves with nature and foster a sense of exploration

As if Bali did not provide enough natural environments to explore, this rich and fertile island is home to many forests, rainforests and parks, many of which are quite distinct from one another. Thanks to the varying climates you’ll find from west to east, or from coastal to central Bali, this has resulted in an

There are 11 Bali mountains, which is not necessarily the image of Bali people expect. With so much focus on the beach and coastlines of this island, people have even come and asked in surprise, “Are there any mountains in Bali?” Indeed there are, and they are majestic. Indonesia, being on the Ring of Fire,

If you’re looking for an easy-to-access activity, one that takes you into the heart of nature and gives you a new way to see Bali, then a boat trip through the Kedonganan mangroves may just be the ticket. Blessed with a range of environments and landscapes, Bali continues to be a haven for those who

In an effort to bolster Bali’s local economy, one company is establishing a network of treks and trails throughout Bali with the objective of directly empowering local communities whilst also encouraging a sustainable, eco-tourism model for the island. Bali is no stranger to outdoor tourism, for decades visitors have been able to charge up mountainsides

Two years ago, Tim Fijal woke up in a fever with the words ‘Astungkara Trail’ bouncing through his mind. This wasn’t some divine vision, but rather the result of a calling unfulfilled; an idea that had been gestating in the deep recesses of his mind, finally forming in his consciousness. Two years later, Tim’s dream

Mangrove forest areas in Bali are very vulnerable to physical disturbances, so they need good and proper management. A group of fishermen in Kedonganan have come together to try to manage their mangrove forest and make it a new eco-friendly destination through the Wana Segara Kertih fishermen’s cooperative. At the beginning of the pandemic, Bali went

Discover the four majestic lakes in Bali, from Kintamani to Bedugul. Bali is known for its achingly beautiful scenery and landscapes; an exploration into which is a spiritually awakening experience for many. Spending time in ‘natural Bali’ is filled with peace and tranquillity, giving people the perfect environment to ponder life and widen their horizons