coconut wine and coffee safary tour

Taste Bali beyond the usual temple circuit. This 3.5-hour private tour takes you from Ubud into jungle greenery and rice fields, where you learn how coffee and coconut wine are made before sampling both. I like the private guide, since Oka, Keris, Wayan, and other guides have been praised for their friendly help and clear explanations. I also like the hotel pickup and drop-off, a real convenience when Ubud traffic makes a meeting point feel like a puzzle.

The main drawback is the coconut wine stop. Reaching the rice-field bar involves a short walk over soft, waterlogged ground, so you need decent balance and comfortable shoes. At $69, the tour offers good value for a private half-day outing, but it suits you best if you want a local agricultural experience, not a polished coffee shop visit.

Key points before you book

• Fresh coconut wine in a rice field: See a local farmer collect Tuak from a coconut tree, then taste it at a simple bar in Bresela.
• Traditional coffee preparation: Uma Pakel Agro Tourism shows the coffee-making process by hand, with plenty of coffee and tea samples afterward.
• Private attention: Only your group joins the activity, so you can ask questions and set the pace within the short schedule.
• Hotel pickup included: You begin and end at your hotel, with a listed start time of 3:00 pm.
• A small physical challenge: The rice-field path may be muddy or waterlogged. Bring insect repellent and wear shoes with a good grip.
• Weather matters: Poor weather can cancel the tour, with a new date or full refund offered.

Why this short Ubud tour is worth considering

Ubud is full of coffee tastings, plantation stops, cooking classes, and rice-field walks. This outing combines two different Balinese drinks in one compact afternoon. You get the familiar pleasure of sampling coffee, then something far less common: coconut wine collected from a palm tree in a working farming area.

I like the contrast. The first stop is organized and educational. The second feels more rural and informal. You move from a tourism site with a set tasting area to a local bar among rice fields, where the production process is tied directly to village farming.

The private format makes a difference. You do not join a large bus group, and only your party participates. That gives you more room to ask about the coffee, the trees, the drinks, or local customs. Guides such as Oka have been praised for being cheerful and well informed, while Keris has helped with practical arrangements and explained details at both stops.

The tour starts at 3:00 pm and lasts about three and a half hours. That timing works well if you have spent the morning at a temple, market, or museum. It also leaves the day open for other plans, though you should allow some flexibility for Ubud traffic and the pace of hotel transfers.

Uma Pakel Agro Tourism and the coffee tasting

The first stop takes about two hours at Uma Pakel Agro Tourism. Here, you see coffee processing done by hand in a traditional way. The focus is not just on drinking a cup. You are shown how the product is prepared, which gives the tasting more context.

The site is surrounded by thick jungle, so the setting adds a pleasant outdoor feel. You can expect to taste different coffees and teas while looking out over lush greenery. Several samples are included, and one detailed account describes three free coffees to try, with additional purchases available afterward.

That last point matters if you are careful with spending. The tasting itself is part of the tour, but buying coffee is optional. You can sample first and decide later if you want to take something home. Do not assume that every product on display is included in the price.

The coffee process is described as traditional and manual. That makes this stop more useful for someone who wants to understand how coffee is handled before it reaches a cup. It is not simply a quick drink and gift-shop stop, though shopping may form part of the visit.

The description refers to one coffee as among the most expensive in the world. That is an interesting talking point, but I would treat it as part of the presentation rather than the main reason to book. The stronger reason is the chance to see the process, taste several drinks, and ask your guide questions in a private setting.

You may also find the tea tasting just as enjoyable as the coffee. The tour is marketed around coffee and coconut wine, but the first stop includes multiple teas as well. That makes it a better fit for mixed groups where one person is interested in coffee and another prefers tea.

I would plan to spend the full two hours here rather than treating it as a rushed sample stop. The guide’s explanations are an important part of the experience. Oka, in particular, has been praised for explaining local culture and the area in a professional, friendly way.

Walking through Bresela’s rice fields

The second stop takes about one hour in Bresela. This is the more unusual half of the outing. Instead of remaining at a formal tasting venue, you walk into a rice-farming area toward a local bar in the middle of the fields.

The walk is part of the appeal. You get a closer look at a rural setting and share time with local farmers and members of the community. The final destination is simple, not a restaurant designed for a large tourist crowd. That gives the coconut wine tasting a stronger connection to everyday village work.

The key moment is seeing a local farmer collect Tuak from the top of a coconut tree. The process is manual, and watching it happen helps explain why this drink cannot be separated from the people who gather it. You are not only sampling a beverage. You are seeing one stage of its production.

This stop also requires more care than the coffee visit. The path through the rice fields can be soft and waterlogged. If you have trouble walking on uneven ground, or if you need firm, dry paths, this may be uncomfortable. Wear shoes that can handle mud, avoid slick sandals, and bring insect repellent.

The walk is described as short, but the surface matters more than the distance. A short path over firm ground is easy. A short path through wet rice-field edges can require patience and balance. I would also avoid bringing anything you need to keep spotless.

At the bar, you can taste the coconut wine and learn how it is made from the farmer. The setting is part of the pleasure. You are not sitting in a city tasting room with a printed menu. You are in the countryside, close to the fields and the work that supports the drink.

This is also the part most likely to divide people. If you enjoy rural walks and local food traditions, it may become the highlight. If you want a smooth, polished tasting with no mud or insects, the coffee stop will probably be more comfortable.

What the private guide adds

A private tour is not automatically better, but here it suits the subject. Coffee processing and coconut wine production both benefit from explanation. You can ask why certain steps are done by hand, how the farmer collects the Tuak, or what makes the drinks important locally.

The guides also help connect the two stops. Oka has been praised for his enthusiasm and clear explanations. Wayan has been described as cheerful and helpful during the walk through the rice-farming village. Keris and his brother have also been praised for communication before the tour and for adapting transport when a participant had a back problem.

That transport example is useful, but it should not be read as a guarantee of every possible arrangement. Pickup is offered, and the tour is private, but you should share any mobility or health concern when booking. The rice-field section still involves walking over soft ground.

Since the tour begins at 3:00 pm, the guide also helps keep a short schedule on track. You have roughly two hours at the coffee stop and one hour at Bresela, with travel time included in the overall three-and-a-half-hour duration. A private guide can make the afternoon feel less hurried than a large group excursion.

Is $69 a fair price?

At $69, this is not the cheapest coffee tasting in Ubud. You are paying for more than samples, though. The price includes a private activity, hotel pickup and drop-off, a guide, admission to Uma Pakel Agro Tourism, and the coconut wine visit.

The value is strongest if you are traveling as a couple, family, or small private group and would otherwise need to arrange transport and two separate visits. It is also useful if you have only one free afternoon. The tour packs two very different settings into a short period.

The value is weaker if you mainly want to buy coffee. You can likely find coffee elsewhere without paying for a private tour. This experience makes more sense when you want the production story, the outdoor setting, the farmer encounter, and the convenience of having transport arranged.

Remember that extra coffee purchases are optional and may cost more. The included tastings let you decide what you actually like before spending additional money.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend it to you if you:

• Have a short stay in Ubud and want a compact afternoon activity
• Prefer private tours over large group outings
• Enjoy coffee, tea, and unusual local drinks
• Want to see a working rice-field area
• Like meeting local producers and learning by watching
• Are comfortable walking on uneven or wet ground

It is a particularly good choice for couples and small groups who value flexibility and personal attention. It can also work for families, provided everyone can manage the rice-field path.

I would hesitate if you have limited mobility, dislike muddy paths, or want a fully indoor activity. I would also think twice if you expect a major plantation estate or a long, detailed agricultural tour. The schedule is short, and the experience is designed as a taste of local production rather than a full-day study.

Practical advice for a smoother afternoon

Wear closed shoes with a solid grip. The rice-field path may be soft, and keeping your feet dry could be difficult. Insect repellent is a smart addition, especially for the walk through the farming area.

Keep your schedule flexible around the 3:00 pm pickup. Hotel collection is offered, but Ubud roads can be slow. Confirm your pickup details at booking and keep your phone available.

If you do not drink alcohol, ask your guide about the tasting before you arrive. The tour specifically includes coconut wine, so you should know what to expect. The coffee and tea stop still gives non-drinkers plenty to sample, but the second stop centers on Tuak.

The experience requires good weather. If rain or other poor conditions force cancellation, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 3:00 pm start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.

My verdict: book it for the rural stop

I would book this tour if I wanted an easy introduction to Balinese coffee and a genuinely unusual countryside experience. The coffee tasting is pleasant and informative, but the coconut wine visit is the reason this outing feels different from a standard plantation stop.

The decision comes down to your tolerance for rough ground. If you can handle a short walk through soft rice fields, the visit to Bresela and the sight of a farmer collecting Tuak from a coconut tree add real value. If you need smooth paths and spotless shoes, choose a more formal tasting instead.

For $69, the private guide, hotel transport, included tastings, and two contrasting stops make this a fair choice for a time-limited afternoon in Ubud. Go for the local process and rural setting, not just the coffee.

FAQ

How long does the coffee and coconut wine tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

What time does the tour start?

The listed start time is 3:00 pm.

Is hotel pickup included?

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 happens at Uma Pakel Agro Tourism?

You see coffee processing done by hand in a traditional way, then taste different coffees and teas in a lush jungle setting.

What happens at Bresela?

You walk to a local bar in the rice fields, meet local farmers and community members, and see a farmer collect Tuak from the top of a coconut tree.

Is admission included?

Admission to Uma Pakel Agro Tourism is included. The Bresela stop has no admission fee listed.

Is the rice-field walk easy?

The walk may involve soft, waterlogged ground. Good balance and suitable footwear are recommended, and insect repellent may be useful.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.