Kaura Retreat in Manggis

Welcome! Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 5:30 P.M. to depart for your welcome dinner. The dinner reservation time will be finalized closer to your trip date. If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into Denpasar/Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS).

After breakfast today, you'll set off to the outskirts of Bali to Manggis village, a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. After your walk, you'll transfer back to Kaura for lunch. This evening, you'll enjoy dinner at the property. Today you'll want to wear comfortable walking shoes.

• Village Walk

  Discova has been working with the local community in this village for several years and striving to uplift their livelihood. You’ll check in at a pavilion tent that's built among the emerald-like-green rice field. During your walk, you'll immerse yourself in the heart of Manggis village, guided by a local community leader who has played a key role in its development. The experience starts with a hands-on workshop, where you will learn the traditional extraction process used for producing Virgin Coconut Oil, while learning more about the community’s commitment to sustainable and circular economy practices. Continue to stroll through the village at a leisurely pace, learning about the impactful initiatives that have shaped its prosperity. Visit the restored irrigation canal that revitalized local agriculture and discover how an organic fertilizer program has boosted crop yields while preserving the soil. In total, you will walk about 1-2 miles.

  10:00· 120 min· Manggis
• Transfer · Ubud → Manggis

  After your check out, you’ll be taken to the serene and tucked away Manggis. Due to the small roads, the group will divided into 2-3 Hi-Ace vans for the transfer.

  private · 90 min

Today you will immerse yourself in the community on a e-bike tour. After breakfast you will transfer to the starting point of the tour. Then, ride downhill, making stops along the way at local villages and farms to learn about the crafts and trades of the community. Upon reaching a spectacular viewpoint, you'll transfer to Virgin Beach for lunch. Enjoy time at the beach before transferring back to Kaura. Today you'll want to wear close toed shoes, and bring a small back with a towel, water, and sunscreen.

• Village E-Bike Tour and Beach Relaxation

  Start from your accommodation at Kaura and transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle to the starting point of the village e-bike tour. Get accustomed with your e-bike for the day and pay attention to your guides’ briefing before starting the 8 mile ride from the top of the hill to the bottom. The route will be hilly but mostly consist of flat and downhill sections. There will be a handful of short steep up-hill sections where you will need to pedal to get to the top. Please note that the e-bikes are pedal assist e-bikes, meaning, you will need to exert physical energy and effort in pedaling - especially up hills as there is no throttle. Prior bike riding experience is highly recommended. There will also be a vehicle on standby in case you need to take a break from riding and be transported to the next stop. After 6 miles through the hill villages, you'll arrive at the first destination called Sibetan Village, where you will learn about a honey farm run by a hearing-impaired couple. Hear their story of how they met and started their business (and life) together! Taste the honey straight from the source, and bring some home if you want. After the honey farm, you'll learn about the snake fruit plantation that surrounds Sibetan Village. Then continue for another 2 miles to Mount Agung Viewpoint. From here you'll have the option to continue riding another 3 miles down to Virgin Beach, or, end your ride and take a private transfer to Virgin Beach. Your final stop of the day is Virgin Beach, a tranquil stretch of white sand perfect for relaxing and taking in the coastal scenery. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then relax on the beach or jump in the water for a swim. After lunch and beach time, you will be driven you back to the accommodation in Kaura Manggis. The drive will only take around 15 minutes. Bike helmets are included. Please note the weight limit for the e-bikes is 220 lbs.

  09:00· 300 min· Manggis

Today, after breakfast (light breakfast recommended), you'll join a local group of women who will impart to you their traditional Balinese recipes. You'll gather ingredients and learn to cook traditional balinese dishes for lunch! This evening, you'll enjoy dinner at the property.

• Manggis Cooking Class

  Today, feel the vibrant spirit of Balinese culture and the rich flavours of local cuisine come together in a unique and immersive experience. Join a group of warm and welcoming women from Manggis, known for their love of cooking and sharing cherished recipes with visitors. Under the guidance of your hospitable hosts, learn the art of Balinese cooking using the gathered ingredients. Discover the secrets behind local recipes, passed down through generations, and immerse yourself in the culinary heritage of Manggis village. Together you will create 5 dishes which you will enjoy for lunch.

  09:00· 180 min· Manggis

Today enjoy a full day at your leisure! Lunch and dinner at the property are included.

Say goodbye to Kaura and Manggis - It's time to get back to the bustling town of Ubud.

• Transfer · Manggis → Ubud

  Take a private transfer to Ubud. Due to the small roads, the group will divided into 2-3 Hi-Ace vans for the transfer.

  private · 90 min

All good things must come to an end, but only until your next adventure! Enjoy a final breakfast and then make your own way onward. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of Denpasar/ Gusti Ngurah Rai (DPS).