Bali Coffee Plantation
Explore Bali's Agrotourism: Discover a diverse tropical plantation and the exquisite, world-renowned Luwak Coffee.
Bali Coffee Plantation, also known as Bali Agrotourism, offers an immersive experience into the island's rich tropical agricultural landscape. Visitors can explore a variety of plantations featuring robusta coffee, pineapples, Balinese snake fruit (salak), cacao, jackfruit, durian, and more. Witness the traditional methods of making Balinese coffee and savor the fresh taste of local coffee or ginger tea amidst stunning green river valley views. The highlight is an encounter with the civet cat, producer of the world-famous Luwak Coffee. This unique agrotourism venture has grown significantly, with numerous locations along tourist routes now offering the opportunity to taste and purchase original Balinese coffee products and herb oils. Luwak Coffee, renowned for its incredibly smooth profile, lack of bitterness, and refreshing fruity acidity, leaves a remarkably clean aftertaste, making it highly sought after by discerning coffee lovers.
Price List
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Cup of Luwak Coffee (on-site) | Relatively affordable |
| Pack of Luwak Coffee | Expensive |
What's Included
- Opportunity to witness traditional Balinese coffee making.
- Tasting session for fresh Balinese coffee or ginger tea.
- Observation of civet cats, the producers of Luwak coffee.
- Private transportation with an experienced driver (when booked through Bali Tours).
- Direct viewing of the Luwak coffee production process.
- Enjoying a cup of Luwak coffee amidst stunning natural views.
Itinerary
Harvesting coffee cherries from the plant.
Feeding fresh coffee cherries to civet animals.
Collecting coffee beans from civet droppings.
Cleaning and sun-drying the collected coffee beans.
Traditional stir-frying of the dried coffee beans until aromatic.
Grinding roasted coffee beans into a fine powder.
Packaging the Luwak coffee powder for sale.
Notes
- The unique process of coffee beans passing through the civet's digestive tract chemically alters proteins, resulting in complex, smooth flavors not found in conventional coffees.
- The popularity of Luwak coffee significantly increased around 2011-2012, leading to the establishment of numerous agrotourism sites.
- Bali Coffee Luwak offers a globally unique taste profile: rich, heavy, with notes of caramel, chocolate, earthy, musty, and exotic undertones, a syrupy body, and exceptional smoothness.
- While a full pack can be expensive, a single cup of Luwak coffee at the plantation is relatively affordable, providing a memorable tasting experience.
- Due to its intricate production process and limited yield, Luwak coffee is more expensive than regular coffee.
- Many Bali Coffee Luwak cafes are situated in scenic locations, offering breathtaking natural views to enhance your coffee experience.
- For true coffee connoisseurs, the distinctive smoothness and depth of flavor in Luwak coffee are profoundly noticeable compared to ordinary brews.
- Private transportation with an experienced driver can be arranged through Bali Tours for a seamless visit to the coffee plantations.