Tegallalang Rice Terraces
Bali, Indonesia
Luwak Coffee Plantations, Bali
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Photo: Jorge Láscar, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia CommonsThe essentials in 10 seconds
- Hours
- Usually ≈ 8:00–18:00 (unconfirmed)
- Time on site
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A typical visit without queueing. In high season add 15–30 minutes. - 45 min
- With kids
- Fine with kids
- Entry and tasting
- Usually free
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From reliable travel sources; we are still checking it against an official one. Double-check before you go. - Cup of luwak
- ≈ IDR 50,000–100,000
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From reliable travel sources; we are still checking it against an official one. Double-check before you go. - Made by
- Asian palm civet (luwak)
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Location
- Plantations near Tegallalang, ≈ 10 km from Ubud
Key facts
Civetthe Asian palm civet is the animal behind kopi luwak
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Indonesian wildlife referencesLuwakis the Indonesian name for the civet; kopi means coffee
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referencesFreeentry and tasting at most plantations
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Bali travel guides≈ 10 kmfrom Ubud to the plantations near Tegallalang
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OSRM route≈ 8 kmto Tirta Empul temple
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OSRM routeWhat is kopi luwak?
Kopi luwak is 'made' by the Asian palm civet, a small, cat-sized nocturnal animal with a long tail and a masked face. In Indonesian it's called luwak — hence *kopi luwak*, 'civet coffee'.
The civet eats ripe coffee cherries: the fruit is digested, but the beans pass through almost whole. They're collected, carefully washed, dried and roasted. Enzymes in the animal's gut are said to change the beans, giving a smoother, less bitter cup.
Visiting a Bali coffee plantation
Agrotourism plantations are gardens of coffee trees, cacao, vanilla, spices and fruit. A guide walks you round for free, shows you the plants and then how beans are hand-roasted in clay pans and ground in a mortar.
At the end you sit on a terrace overlooking jungle or rice fields for a free tasting: 8–14 small cups of teas and coffees — ginger, lemongrass, coconut, vanilla, cocoa. A cup of luwak is ordered separately.
Kopi luwak price in Bali
At the plantations a cup of luwak costs about IDR 50,000–100,000. Shops on site sell luwak beans and ground coffee in packs, priced well above ordinary Balinese coffee.
Prices vary between plantations and aren't officially published. Before buying a pack, check its weight and contents — cheaper blends are usually on the same shelf.
Where to try luwak coffee
Most plantations are north of Ubud: around the Tegallalang rice terraces and along the road to Kintamani and Mount Batur. Their signs pop up every few kilometres, and drivers and guides happily stop on the way.
A visit fits neatly with the Tegallalang terraces (under a kilometre away) and Tirta Empul temple (about 8 km). Almost every north Bali tour includes a plantation stop.
How to get to the coffee plantations
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Where are you starting from?
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On foot
- Tegallalang Rice Terraces is about 15 min away on foot.
More tips
- From Ubud — about 10 km north, 20–30 minutes by taxi or scooter.
- North Bali tour — a plantation stop is usually included.
- On the way to Mount Batur — plantations line the road to Kintamani.
- Nearby: Tegallalang rice terraces and Tirta Empul temple.
What does luwak taste like?
Luwak is a smooth coffee with mild bitterness and little sharp acidity, usually brewed Balinese-style, straight in the cup without a filter. Many people are surprised that it tastes simply pleasant and even rather than extraordinary.
At the tasting it's more interesting to compare it with Balinese robusta and arabica and the herbal teas — that way you'll know whether you like luwak enough to pay extra.
Is it worth it?
A plantation stop is a pleasant half-hour break on a trip north of Ubud: a free tasting, a spice garden and a jungle view.
YesGo's take: luwak itself is expensive, tastes little different from good regular coffee, and the civets are often caged. Enjoy the free tasting, and only order a cup of luwak if you're comfortable with how the animals are kept.
Ubud and around compared
Places in and around Ubud rated by YesGo. Click a column header to sort.
| Campuhan Ridge Walk | 42 | 1 h 15 min | Free | 8.9 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubud Monkey Forest | 36 | 1 h 15 min | IDR 130,000 | 10.4 km |
| Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) | 35 | 1 h | ≈ IDR 50,000 | 10.7 km |
| Luwak coffee plantationsyou are here | 34 | 45 min | Free; luwak ≈ IDR 50,000–100,000 | — |
| Bali Swing | 32 | 2 h | ≈ IDR 300,000–650,000 | 8.2 km |
| Ayung River Rafting | 29 | 3 h | ≈ IDR 400,000–500,000 | 7.2 km |
| Tegenungan Waterfall | 29 | 1 h | ≈ IDR 20,000–30,000 | 16.5 km |
| Kanto Lampo Waterfall | 29 | 45 min | ≈ IDR 25,000 | 13.1 km |
| Devil's Tear | 29 | 45 min | Free | 33.6 km |
| Tegallalang Rice Terraces | 27 | 1 h 30 min | ≈ IDR 15,000–50,000 | 11 min walk |
| Gunung Kawi | 25 | 1 h 15 min | ≈ IDR 50,000 | 3.7 km |
| Handara Gate | 25 | 30 min | ≈ IDR 50,000 photo fee | 23.5 km |
| Goa Lawah Temple | 24 | 45 min | ≈ IDR 30,000 | 25.0 km |
| Sidemen Valley | 24 | 3 h | Free | 19.3 km |
| Tukad Cepung Waterfall | 24 | 1 h | ≈ IDR 25,000 | 12.1 km |
| Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong | 24 | 1 h | Small fee | 38.9 km |
| Nusa Ceningan | 24 | 3 h | Free | 35.7 km |
| Penglipuran Village | 24 | 1 h | ≈ IDR 50,000 | 8.8 km |
| Karang Boma Cliff | 24 | 45 min | ≈ IDR 10,000–20,000 | 50.1 km |
| Mount Agung | 23 | 10 h | tour ≈ IDR 1,250,000–2,800,000 | 26.9 km |
| Mount Batur | 22 | 5 h | tour ≈ IDR 600,000–1,500,000 | 23.2 km |
| Lake Batur | 22 | 1 h 30 min | free; hot springs ≈ IDR 200,000 | 23.8 km |
| Kelingking Beach | 22 | 1 h 30 min | Small fee | 41.8 km |
| Diamond Beach | 22 | 1 h 30 min | Small fee | 53.8 km |
| Atuh Beach | 22 | 1 h 30 min | Small fee | 53.8 km |
| Bali Zoo | 22 | 3 h | ≈ IDR 350,000–400,000 | 18.3 km |
| Bali Bird Park | 22 | 2 h 30 min | ≈ IDR 385,000 | 19.4 km |
| Jatiluwih Rice Terraces | 21 | 2 h | ≈ IDR 50,000–75,000 | 19.8 km |
| Crystal Bay | 21 | 2 h | Small fee | 37.6 km |
| Amed | 21 | 4 h | Free | 41.2 km |
| Pemuteran | 21 | 4 h | Free | 75.5 km |
| Sekumpul Waterfall | 20 | 2 h 30 min | ≈ IDR 20,000–250,000 | 29.8 km |
| Manta Point | 19 | 3 h | Tour only | 49.6 km |
| West Bali National Park | 16 | 4 h | ≈ IDR 200,000 + guide | 91.1 km |
| Menjangan Island | 15 | 5 h | trip ≈ IDR 500,000 | 91.8 km |
| Bali Safari Park | 15 | 5 h | From ≈ IDR 650,000 | 18.4 km |
North of Ubud in a day
Tegallalang rice terraces in the morning, then a coffee plantation tasting and Tirta Empul temple. Add it to your trip — YesGo will set the timings and transfers.
- Tegallalang Rice Terraces1 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 15,000–50,000
- 11 min walk from the previous stopLuwak coffee plantationsyou are here45 min · Free; luwak ≈ IDR 50,000–100,000
- 72 min walk from the previous stopTirta Empul Temple1 h 15 min · ≈ IDR 50,000–75,000
3 places · about 4 h 53 min with walks · 83 min on foot in total
Nearby and on the way
How to do it right
- The tasting is usually free — luwak costs extra.
- Ask where the beans come from and how civets are kept.
- Check a pack's weight and contents before buying.
- Combine with the terraces and Tirta Empul.
- Nearby: Tegallalang rice terraces.
Questions
Which animal makes kopi luwak?
The Asian palm civet, a small nocturnal animal called luwak in Indonesian.
How is luwak coffee made?
The civet eats coffee cherries; the undigested beans are washed, dried and roasted.
How much is luwak coffee in Bali?
A cup at a plantation costs about IDR 50,000–100,000; prices vary.
Where can you try luwak coffee in Bali?
At plantations north of Ubud, around Tegallalang and along the Kintamani road.
Do plantations charge entry?
Usually not: the tour and tasting are free; you pay for luwak and purchases.
Is luwak coffee ethical?
Debatable: many plantations keep civets caged; ask about the beans' origin.
What does luwak coffee taste like?
Smooth, mildly bitter, with little sharp acidity.
How long does a visit take?
30–45 minutes including the tasting.
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Sources and fact-check
- Indonesian wildlife references — the Asian palm civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus), origin of kopi luwak
- Bali travel guides — agrotourism plantations, free tastings, luwak prices (unofficial)
- Animal welfare organisations — how civets are kept on plantations
- OSRM routing — distances to Ubud, Tegallalang and Tirta Empul
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