Visit Bali's Lush Botanical Gardens

Unwind in the serenity of Bali's botanical gardens. Plan your visit today!

The Bali Botanical Garden also known as Kebun Raya Bali or Eka Karya Botanic Garden is nested in the cool mountainous region of Bedugul in central Bali. Founded in 1959, this lush haven is a paradise for nature lovers and botanical enthusiasts, giving a breathtaking sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquillity. This sprawling garden is a mix of green open space, stunning scenery, rare tropical plants and tropical mountain forest set against the misty, green slopes of Tapak Hill. It displays wild orchids, the largest begonia collection in the world, a magical rainforest trail, enchanting fern garden and dinosaur shadehouse, carnivorous plants, bamboo collection and much more. Visitors are treated with breathtaking views of the iconic Ulun Danu Beratan Temple and the serene Lake Bratan, making it an ideal destination for families, adventure seekers, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat. With its cool climate and stunning vistas of the surrounding lake and mountains, the Bali Botanic Garden is a must-visit for anyone exploring the island, promising a unique blend of natural wonder and cultural heritage.

Key features of Bali's Lush Botanical Gardens:

Spanning in an impressive 157.5 hectares area and 1300 metres above sea level the Garden is an easy day trip, around 90 minutes' drive from Denpasar.

It's the largest botanical garden in Indonesia, housing over 2,000 plant species, including a vast collection of orchids, ferns, cacti, and more.

The Garden contains more than 21,000 living specimens, representing various species from mountainous areas of eastern Indonesia.

The garden is home to at least 79 species of birds and also plays a vital role in conserving rare and endangered plant species, including the Bali Starling, the island's official bird.

There is traditional Balinese style guesthouse that functions as a guest house for visitors.

The Garden is also home to three small Hindu Temples which are not always open to visitors.

Things to do:

Explore the Gardens by wandering through themed gardens like the Taman Mawar (Rose Garden) and the prehistoric plant section.

Birdwatchers can spot different bird species; treeshrews regularly seen and macaques can be spotted occasionally entering from the adjacent Batukaru Nature Reserve.

Besides plant viewing, visitors can explore diverse sections like the rainforest, medicinal plants, bamboo garden, Cacti Greenhouse and orchid collection.

Find shaded paths, picnic areas, and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere making it a popular spot for nature lovers, families, and those seeking a peaceful escape.

Also visit the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple and Lake Bratan for stunning views, which are nearby.

Best time to visit

There is really no bad time to visit the botanical garden, as the weather will be pleasant in the cool Central Bali upland for most of the year, and while it does rain more during the wet season (November to March) it doesn’t rain so much that it will stop you from enjoying the ceremonial plants, rare tropical flowering plants, non-flowering seeds plants, traditional medicinal plants, etc.

As different plants bloom at different times of year, so you might be missing out on something special if you don’t visit the Botanical Garden when you have the chance.