coconut wine and coffee safary tour

The most unusual part of this Ubud outing is not the coffee tasting. It is the walk into a rice field near Bresela, where a local farmer climbs a coconut tree and collects fresh Tuak, Bali’s coconut wine. You then taste it at a small local bar surrounded by farmland, a far more personal setting than a standard tasting room.

I like the private guide format, especially because guides such as Oka, Wayan, and Keris have been praised for explaining the process and local customs clearly. I also like the short afternoon schedule: hotel pickup at around 3 p.m., two tasting stops, and a return after roughly three and a half hours.

The main drawback is the walk to the coconut trees. Parts of the rice field can be soft and waterlogged, so you need steady footing and reasonable agility. This is not the best choice if you want a fully paved, sit-down tasting.

Key points to know before booking

• Fresh Tuak in the rice fields: See a local farmer collect coconut wine from the top of a tree, then taste it nearby.
• Uma Pakel coffee and tea stop: Learn how coffee is processed by hand and sample several Balinese drinks.
• Private attention: Only your group takes part, with a guide who can adjust explanations and transport help to your needs.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off: You do not need to find a meeting point in Ubud.
• A compact afternoon: The tour begins at 3 p.m. and lasts about three hours and 30 minutes.
• Bring protection from insects: A walk through rice fields can mean mosquitoes, especially late in the day.

A coffee and coconut wine tour with a local feel

At $69, this is not simply a coffee sample followed by a drink. You are paying for private transport, a guide, two different settings, and access to a small slice of rural life outside central Ubud.

The value depends on what you want from an afternoon. If you only want to taste coffee, the price may feel high. Ubud has plenty of cafés and plantation stops where you can buy a cup for much less. But if you want to understand how Balinese coffee and coconut wine are made, and you want someone else to handle the driving, the cost is easier to justify.

I see this as a good use of time for someone with only a few days in Ubud. The experience is short enough to fit around other plans, yet it takes you away from the busiest parts of town. Since the activity is private, you are not tied to a large group or a fixed pace.

The afternoon departure also matters. A 3 p.m. start gives you a relaxed morning for temples, markets, or a walk around Ubud. The timing places the rice-field portion later in the day, when the heat may be less tiring, though the path can still be damp and uneven.

Uma Pakel: coffee, tea, and hand processing

The first stop is Uma Pakel Agro Tourism, where you spend about two hours. The focus is on the traditional processing of coffee, carried out by hand rather than presented as a quick factory display.

Your guide explains how the coffee is handled and prepared, giving you a clearer idea of the work behind the drink in your cup. The stop is also linked with the coffee often promoted as one of the world’s most expensive. The useful part here is not only the claim about price. It is seeing the labor and traditional method involved in producing it.

You then taste a selection of coffees and teas in a setting surrounded by thick jungle. The sampling makes this stop more than a short explanation followed by one drink. You can compare different flavors and decide which styles you actually enjoy.

Some samples are included, while extra coffee may be available to purchase. One participant bought coffee to take home after the tasting, so leave room in your budget if you are tempted by the products. Purchases are optional, and you should not confuse them with the value of the tour itself.

The coffee stop is the more polished half of the experience. That can be useful if you want clear explanations and an organized tasting. It can also feel less spontaneous than the coconut wine visit, which takes place in a working rural setting.

I would pay close attention to your guide here. Oka, for example, has been praised for being friendly, professional, and good at explaining the area and its culture. The guide is what turns a series of samples into something you can understand.

Bresela rice fields and the making of Tuak

The second stop lasts about an hour and takes you to Bresela, a local bar in the middle of rice fields. This is the part that gives the tour its character.

You walk through a rice-farming area to see how coconut wine is collected. A local farmer climbs to the top of a coconut tree and harvests the Tuak by hand. You may have seen coconut palms all over Bali, but watching the drink being collected adds a practical link between the tree, the farmer, and the glass in front of you.

The tasting takes place at a small local bar where you can share time with members of the farming community. It is a simple setting, not a formal tasting counter. That is precisely why this stop can feel more memorable.

The path deserves honest attention. One person found the walk through the rice field enjoyable but noted that the ground was soft and waterlogged. You may need to step carefully, and the route may be difficult if you are not steady on your feet. Good walking shoes are a sensible choice, and insect spray is worth bringing.

The walk is short, but it is not necessarily easy. You should also expect rural conditions rather than a carefully paved attraction. Mud, damp ground, and uneven surfaces are part of the setting. If those details sound unpleasant, the coffee portion alone may not make this tour the right pick.

For me, the Tuak stop is the stronger reason to book. Coffee tastings are common around Ubud. Seeing a farmer collect coconut wine directly from the tree, then tasting it in the rice fields, is much harder to duplicate on your own.

What the private guide adds

A private tour works well here because the two stops involve different kinds of information. At Uma Pakel, you may want help sorting out the processing steps and tasting choices. At Bresela, you may want cultural context and practical help on the walk.

You can ask questions without waiting for a large group to catch up. A good guide can also explain what you are seeing in plain language rather than rushing through a memorized speech.

Several guides are named in the feedback connected with this experience. Oka was described as fun, professional, and informed about local culture. Wayan was cheerful and made the afternoon feel easygoing. Keris was praised for staying in touch before the tour and for arranging a car instead of motorbikes when a passenger had a back problem.

That last detail is useful. Pickup is offered, and the transport can be adapted in some cases, but you should communicate any concerns before the day of the activity. Do not assume that every request can be handled at the last minute.

The private setup also means only your group participates. That is helpful for couples, families, and small parties who prefer not to spend the afternoon waiting for strangers. It can be less appealing if you enjoy the energy of a large social group.

What the $69 price includes in practical terms

The listed price is $69 for about three hours and 30 minutes. The experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a private guide, admission to Uma Pakel, the coffee and tea tasting, and the Bresela visit.

Admission to the coconut wine stop is free, but that does not mean the whole activity is free once you arrive. The price covers the service of getting you there, guiding you through both stops, and bringing you back without the work of arranging transport yourself.

I would judge the price against Ubud transport costs and your available time. If you are staying outside the center or do not want to negotiate a driver for a half-day outing, pickup adds real value. If you already have a private car and driver for the day, you may find the tour less economical.

The included tasting is another part of the calculation. You receive coffee and tea samples, while extra purchases may cost more. Treat those products as optional shopping, not as a required part of the outing.

The strongest value comes from the combination of a private guide and the coconut wine visit. The weakest value comes if you dislike coffee tastings, avoid alcohol, or expect a luxury plantation experience.

Who will enjoy this afternoon most

I would recommend this tour to you if you want a cultural side trip that does not require a full day. It suits couples, small groups, and anyone staying in Ubud who wants to see farmland without arranging several separate stops.

It is also a good fit if you like food and drink experiences with a story behind them. You are not just handed a cup. You see coffee being processed, taste several drinks, walk through a rice-growing area, and watch Tuak being collected.

The tour may appeal to photographers and people who prefer quieter rural settings. The rice fields and jungle around the two stops offer a change from Ubud’s streets, though the experience is not designed as a dedicated photography tour.

I would be more cautious if you have trouble walking on soft ground. The activity is described as suitable for most people, but the rice-field section still requires care. Anyone with limited balance, mobility concerns, or a back issue should contact the provider in advance and ask about the transport and walking conditions.

This is also not the right choice if you want an in-depth coffee education. You receive a useful introduction and tastings, but the tour’s appeal comes from the mix of coffee, tea, coconut wine, and local farming rather than from coffee alone.

Practical advice for a smoother visit

Wear shoes that can cope with damp or uneven ground. You do not need formal hiking equipment, but sandals with poor grip could make the rice-field walk harder.

Bring insect spray. The route passes through rice fields and farming areas, and one participant specifically advised bringing plenty. A hat and water are also sensible for any outdoor activity in Bali, although the tour takes place in the afternoon.

Keep your schedule flexible after pickup. The duration is approximately three hours and 30 minutes, so traffic around Ubud may affect the exact return time. The private format helps, but it cannot remove road delays.

You should also tell the provider about physical concerns before the tour begins. Keris and his brother arranged a car rather than bikes for one participant whose partner had a back problem. That suggests useful flexibility, but advance notice gives the operator a better chance to help.

The experience requires good weather. If rain or other poor conditions force cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 3 p.m. start time. Within 24 hours, cancellation and changes are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Coconut Wine and Coffee Safari Tour?

Book it if the thought of tasting fresh Tuak in a rice field sounds more appealing than spending another afternoon in Ubud cafés. The coconut wine stop is unusual, the private guide makes the short schedule work well, and hotel pickup removes much of the hassle.

I especially like this for first-time visitors who want one manageable outing with a local-food angle. Oka, Wayan, and Keris have each been praised for warmth and personal attention, and that matters when the tour moves from a formal coffee stop to a muddy rural path.

Skip it if you want polished facilities, completely level walking, or a serious specialist coffee course. The rice-field route can be soft, and the coffee stop may include opportunities to buy additional products.

For most able walkers with an interest in Balinese drinks and farming, I think the $69 price is reasonable. The coffee tasting is pleasant, but the farmer climbing the coconut tree to collect Tuak is the detail that makes this afternoon worth remembering.

FAQ

Where does the Coconut Wine and Coffee Safari Tour take place?

The tour takes place around Ubud, Indonesia. Stops include Uma Pakel Agro Tourism and Bresela, a rice-field area with a local bar.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 3 p.m.

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours and 30 minutes. About two hours are spent at Uma Pakel Agro Tourism, followed by about one hour at Bresela.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are offered, so you do not need to find a separate meeting point.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private activity.

What will I taste?

You will taste Balinese coffee and tea at Uma Pakel Agro Tourism, followed by coconut wine, known locally as Tuak, at Bresela.

Is walking required?

Yes. The coconut wine stop involves a short walk through rice fields to see a local farmer collect Tuak from a coconut tree. The ground may be soft and waterlogged.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time.