Heart of Bali : 5 - Journée Bali Walking Trek by Astungkara Way

A fantastic 5 day experience, I got so much more out of this than I was expecting. Amazing campsites every night, incredible food and our guides were knowledgeable, friendly and so supportive. I would absolutely do this again.

We cannot recommend this trip enough! If you wish to experience a bit of the "real" Bali, do this pilgrimage. The people we met on the way and the wonderful way we were treated, made this an experience we will always remember. We stayed in places so beautiful and peaceful, away from the tourist hubs, one often associates Bali with. Our guides, Saba, Anjani and Tiara, were amazing, imparting knowledge about the culture and we ended up with genuine friendships.

Together with our 11yo and 14yo we hiked the Heart of Bali. The guides were amazing and the whole trip was so well organised and was the best organised hike we have ever been on. From learning about the culture, the people, the environment to experiencing the kindness from everyone, the process of regenerative farming and spending time together whilst also having time to myself to enjoy the amazing views.

The best thing I have done in Bali. If you want an authentic, beautiful and nourishing week do the Tree to Sea Trail. The guides and team are so welcoming and friendly and the scenery is stunning.

I cannot recommend this experience enough. We did the 'Tree to Sea' 6 day trek and it was an incredibly rich, beautiful and profound experience. I have lived in Bali for 3 years and wish I'd done this in my first few months. The depth of understanding and appreciation you gain is immeasurable. We started our hike at Kayu Putih (the giant, ancient banyan tree thought to be over 700 years old) and finished at Pantai Seririt on the northern coast. We hiked through rice paddies, leech-infested forests, along the Balinese subak (the ancient irrigation system found all across the island) and through plantations of organic clove, nutmeg, durian, banana, vanilla, coffee and fields of hydrangea flowers. Simply put, this is THE way to see the beating agricultural heart of Bali. You stay with local farmers who spend every day close to nature, working with their hands in the soil. You eat incredibly delicious, locally sourced vegetarian food with no preservatives or processed elements. You learn Balinese crafts such as weaving, calligraphy, cooking and kecak dance. Our guide, Tona, was so knowledgeable and could answer all of our hundreds of questions. The organisers, Upi, Merry and Candra made us feel so welcome and comfortable and we were treated like family the entire time. I am SO glad I did this before I left Bali, as these memories from the Astungkara Way trail will stay with me forever. 💚