Taro Village Evening Firefly & Rice Field Tour from Ubud
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Overview
Spend an unhurried evening in Taro, a quiet village in the hills north of Ubud. You visit an organic farm and enjoy a Balinese dinner, meet a local family in their compound, learn about the subak irrigation system in the rice fields and wait for the fireflies to appear after dark. Our default option is a shared tour with a shuttle from central Ubud, and you can also meet in Taro yourself or add a cooking programme. It suits couples, families and travellers who prefer culture and nature to crowds.
Highlights
- Fireflies glowing in the rice fields after dark, when conditions allow
- Guided tour of an organic farm in Taro, with a welcome drink
- Balinese dinner at the farm as part of the evening in the default option
- Visit to a local family compound to see everyday village life
- Walk to the rice paddies and learn how the subak irrigation system works
- Shuttle from central Ubud in the default option, or meet in Taro village
- Local guide, entrance tickets, snack and bottled water included
Full Description
Taro Village in the hills north of Ubud
Taro is a traditional village in the Tegallalang district of Gianyar, about 40 minutes by road north of Ubud. It is known for its peaceful setting among forest and rice terraces and for the sacred white cows that are kept near the village temple, Pura Gunung Raung, which is said to be more than a thousand years old.
Because Taro lies away from the main tourist roads, the evenings are quiet and the night sky is dark, which is why it suits a Taro firefly tour so well. Many visitors ask, is Taro Village worth visiting? If you enjoy slow travel, rural scenery and meeting local people, then yes, and the evening format means you avoid the daytime crowds.
Organic farm visit and Balinese dinner
The evening begins at an organic agroforestry farm in Taro, where you receive a refreshing welcome drink and a guided tour of the plants. You see coffee, spices, fruit and vegetables growing together, and your guide explains how the family uses the farm for food and traditional medicine.
Dinner is served at the farm and is a relaxed feast of local dishes. In our default option it forms part of the evening programme, so you need not organise a meal separately. If you have dietary needs, tell us when you book so the kitchen can prepare for you. The setting among the trees makes the meal special.
A family compound and village life
After dinner your guide takes you to a traditional Balinese family compound, where several generations live together around shared courtyards and a family temple. You meet family members and learn how daily life, offerings and ceremonies fit together in a Balinese household.
This visit is one of the most valued parts of the tour, because it lets travellers speak with local people rather than only watching from a distance. Be polite, ask before taking photographs of people and dress modestly. The visit lasts around half an hour and is followed by a short drive to the rice fields.
Rice paddies, subak and the fireflies
The final stop is a walk through the rice paddies, where your guide explains the subak, the cooperative irrigation system that has shared water between Balinese farmers for centuries. You stop at spots where fireflies gather and rest in a small hut in the middle of the fields, listening to crickets, frogs and geckos and talking about local traditions.
Travellers searching for a fireflies tour in Bali should know that sightings depend on the season, the weather and the moon, so they cannot be guaranteed. When conditions are good the paddies glitter like tiny lanterns. Bring a light jacket and comfortable shoes, and keep torches switched off so the insects stay visible.
Itinerary
- Pickup at the central Ubud meeting pointMeet the driver at the agreed point in central Ubud for the shuttle to Taro.
- Drive to Taro VillageTravel about 40 minutes north through villages and rice fields.
- Organic farm tour and dinnerEnjoy a welcome drink, tour the farm and share a local dinner, about 100 minutes.
- Family compound visitMeet a local family and learn about life in a Balinese compound, about 30 minutes.
- Rice paddy walk and firefliesWalk to the paddies, learn about subak and watch for fireflies, about 1.5 hours.
- Return to UbudDrive back to Ubud, about 35 minutes, where you are dropped near the meeting point.
What's included
- Local guide
- Entrance tickets
- Evening firefly walk through the rice fields of Taro village
- Dinner
- Snack, bottle of water and a hot drink
Not included
- Transport to the meeting point
- Personal expenses
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 0–12
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Food lovers
- A half-day plan — about 3 hours
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
- People over 70 years
- People with insect allergies
- Travellers who cannot walk on uneven paths in the dark
Meeting point
In our default option you meet the driver at a central pickup point in Ubud and are dropped off near the same place after the tour. The exact spot and time are shown in your confirmation. The self-transport option meets at the farm in Taro, and the cooking package includes a longer programme with return transfer from central Ubud. Please arrive about ten minutes early.
Important information
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light jacket, because evenings in the hills can be cool.
- Bring insect repellent and a small torch, but keep it off while watching the fireflies.
- Firefly sightings depend on the season, weather and moon and cannot be guaranteed.
- Please tell us about dietary needs or allergies when booking.
- Ask before photographing people, and dress modestly for the compound visit.
- The programme includes entrance tickets, a local guide, a snack, bottled water and refreshments.
- Transport to the meeting point is not included in the self-transport option.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Taro firefly tour cost?
The price depends on the option you choose. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
Is transport included?
Yes in our default option, which includes a shuttle from central Ubud. The self-transport option does not include transport, and you meet in Taro village.
How long is the tour?
About four to five hours with the shuttle from Ubud. The self-transport option lasts about three hours, and the cooking package about eight hours.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children aged 12 and under have their own category in the booking panel. Older adventurous children usually enjoy the fireflies, but walking in the dark needs care.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable shoes and light clothing, and bring a jacket, insect repellent and a camera.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes. The booking panel shows the dates and options that are open right now.
What is the difference between the options?
The default option has a shuttle from Ubud, another option meets you in Taro, and a package adds a Balinese cooking programme. Read each description in the booking panel.
Will I see fireflies?
Usually, but not always. Sightings vary with the season, weather and moon, and no operator can guarantee them.
When is the best time to see fireflies in Taro?
After dark on clear evenings, and the wet season often brings more activity. Your guide chooses the best spots.
Is dinner part of the tour?
Yes, dinner at the organic farm is part of the evening in the default option. Tell us about any dietary needs when you book.
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