Bali Botanic Garden

Bali Botanic Garden, also known as Kebun Raya Bali or Eka Karya Botanical Garden, is a highland botanical garden in Candikuning, Baturiti, Tabanan. Covering about 157 hectares, it offers cool air, forest paths, landscaped collections, and a broad introduction to plants from Bali's mountain environment. The garden suits families, plant lovers, photographers, and travellers who want a quieter nature stop in Bedugul.

The garden combines plant conservation, research, education, and recreation. Its highland setting supports collections such as orchids, begonias, ferns, gymnosperms, and other plants suited to cooler conditions. Rather than treating every section as a quick photo stop, visitors can enjoy the changing atmosphere between open lawns, themed gardens, nursery areas, and shaded forest.

What to see

Allow time for a walk through the collections and forested areas. Orchids and other ornamental plants provide colourful details, while tree ferns and tall trees show the character of Bali's uplands. The cactus collection offers a contrasting, more open environment. Some paths are easy and broad, while other sections involve longer walking and uneven ground, so choose a route that matches your group.

The garden is also a useful place for children to learn how botanical collections are cared for and why plant diversity matters. Keep children close to water, slopes, roads, and plant displays. Do not pick flowers, touch collection plants unnecessarily, or leave the marked paths. A quiet visit helps protect the garden and makes it easier to notice birds, insects, changing weather, and the texture of the forest.

Planning a visit

Bedugul is cooler and wetter than Bali's southern coast. Bring a light jacket or rain layer, comfortable walking shoes, drinking water, and sun protection for open sections. Mist and rain can arrive quickly, and trails may become slippery. Check the current opening hours, entrance conditions, vehicle access, and any event or closure notices before travelling because operational details can change.

A private vehicle or driver is usually the most practical way to reach the garden from other parts of Bali, but allow extra time for mountain traffic. The garden can be paired with Lake Beratan or Pura Ulun Danu Beratan if those destinations are available in the same itinerary. Avoid packing too many distant stops into one day; the garden's size and walking time deserve a relaxed schedule.

Responsible garden visits

Stay on permitted paths, follow staff instructions, and dispose of rubbish properly. Keep noise low in forest sections and do not feed wildlife. Photography for personal use is generally different from commercial shoots or organised events, so ask the garden management about permission when relevant. Respect other visitors who are enjoying the space for study, recreation, or family time.

Weather can change the experience completely. A cloudy morning may be atmospheric and cool, while a sunny afternoon may make open lawns brighter but warmer. There is no single perfect schedule for every visitor. Plan flexibly and treat the botanical garden as a place for observation and learning, not a guaranteed list of blooms or wildlife sightings.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Bali Botanic Garden?

The garden is in Candikuning, Baturiti District, Tabanan Regency, in the Bedugul highlands of Bali.

What is the garden also called?

It is commonly called Kebun Raya Bali and is also known as Eka Karya Botanical Garden.

How large is Bali Botanic Garden?

The garden covers approximately 157 hectares, although the exact areas open or practical to explore can vary by route and management arrangements.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable shoes, a light jacket or rain layer, water, and sun protection. The highland weather can be cool, misty, or wet.

Is it suitable for families?

Yes, families can enjoy the open spaces and educational plant collections, provided children are supervised near roads, slopes, water, and display areas.

What can I combine with the garden?

Lake Beratan and Pura Ulun Danu Beratan are natural Bedugul companions, subject to traffic, opening arrangements, and the time available for walking.

Bali Botanic Garden gives a different perspective on the island: its mountain climate and plant diversity are as important to Bali's character as beaches and temples. Slow down, respect the collections, and allow the highland landscape to shape the visit.