Eco-tourists may be interested in a new earth-friendly program offered at the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan. Experience Balinese farming culture during your stay at the luxury resort, which offers a farm program to introduce guests to Bali’s important agricultural culture.
Rice paddies in Bali. Photo: Clav
The one-day program begins with a guided trek along jungle paths and among the terraced rice fields of the Ayung River valley. Participants will witness farmers at work and learn about the complicated paddy field irrigation system, subak. Later, guests can get some hands-on farming experience by planting rice seeds. After a day’s work, relax and cleanse with a traditional Balinese stone bathing ritual called batukali. Breakfast, lunch and refreshments are included.
Program cost is US$168 per person plus 21 percent tax and service charge. Tel. 62-361-977-577. www.fourseasons.com
