Bali Silver Class: Monkey Forest, Rice Fields, & Coffee Farm Review

So, you’re thinking of grabbing a “Silver Class” tour in Bali that promises a peek at monkeys, jaw-dropping rice fields, and, well, a taste of Balinese coffee? Me too, actually! I did the whole shebang and, in a way, lived to tell the tale, you know? This is just a real down-to-earth rundown, alright, about my time, some things to look out for, and, is that really worth your hard-earned cash.

First Stop: Monkey Business at the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

First off, we hit the Ubud Monkey Forest, also called the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary. I have to tell you that that place, alright, is alive with monkeys. Now, I figured monkeys would be, you know, running about, still, the forest is just, truly, taken over by them. Seemingly hundreds hopping around; some chilling on statues, and some were really trying their luck with tourists’ bags!

Keep in mind, I really do have a few tips if you are heading there: watch your stuff and, more or less, skip the shiny things. These little critters aren’t scared of anything, in fact. I saw one try to take off with someone’s sunglasses, but, luckily, it was caught in time. It is best to follow the guidelines posted all around so that the monkeys and people don’t get hurt.

Actually, the forest itself is, very impressive, actually. Towering trees and, just as well, aged statues made for a cool walk. Seeing monkeys close, in a seemingly natural space, I thought was pretty unique. Very different from what I was anticipating, really. Just a warning that it can, admittedly, get rather crowded during peak times, and sometimes the monkeys may get a bit territorial.

Picture-Perfect: Tegalalang Rice Terraces

Next up? Rice terraces! The Tegalalang Rice Terraces, usually, if you just look at a picture, actually, look like a stairway to paradise. And they really are a sight! The emerald steps cascading down the hills is, in that case, a thing you have to see, almost. You might walk around a little, and there are usually chances to grab some cool pictures. I actually found this, like, to be pretty peaceful, even with other tourists around. If you can go pretty early, though, that might usually get you a quieter experience.

Be warned: there are quite a few locals who try to get you to give tips for taking photos at certain points. A bit irritating? Maybe. I almost got persuaded myself. Although, keep in mind that looking at that view is worth a few “unofficial” charges, anyway.

Caffeine Fix at a Coffee Farm

Okay, so the coffee farm! That may sound nice and mellow, anyway. The deal is they show you the process from the coffee bean to the cup. Plus, by the way, you generally get to taste some different teas and coffees. That almost made it interesting, for sure. I tried some ginger tea and, more or less, that famed civet coffee (Kopi Luwak).

Speaking of Kopi Luwak, alright. Now, here’s a note: ask a lot regarding where it comes from and, if that is, how the civets are being treated, alright. There are a few places that keep them in cages, and, arguably, I felt icky helping to keep that stuff going. The taste wasn’t quite worth the possibility of animal cruelty.

The tea and coffee tasting that came was usually included, in a way. This was probably a good part to me, as, basically, I found a great lemongrass tea I liked. Just maybe watch out when you step inside their store that almost expects that you’re wanting to buy something. That may give you a bit of pressure if you aren’t too ready to get that.

Silver Class Perks? Not so fast…

I should discuss that “Silver Class” part, also. I figured that it’d give extra service or something of the kind, anyway. Well, in my own tour, I wouldn’t call it outstanding. I thought it was mostly just a normal trip with a slightly better van, that is all. When thinking of a tour company to pick out, what I mean is look at what folks are mentioning their personal guide or van comfort. Any special thing that is “Silver Class” may change on the agency involved.

Is it Worth It, at the End of the Day?

Is it really worth a Bali Silver Class thing of Monkey Forest, the scenic views in rice fields, coupled with a sampling from Balinese coffee places? Perhaps so. What you have got, though, is quite a look at the places from Bali’s main attractions minus that need of scheduling it. Do check it to make sure that you feel sure of it’s the perfect plan that has an adequate deal of activities included.

Don’t always be thinking that what “Silver Class” boasts is, definitely, quite impressive since it probably means a comfier drive that goes alongside the price range. With some planning and insight to places with monkeys that need some caution as well as good and clear questions about coffee being given ethically can go well.

So, I actually think it goes back from figuring out the level from the attractions alongside what could be good enough towards traveling ease also without doing something too pricey during vacations or journeys somewhere too much!