Each kilogram of organic Bali rice supports Subak heritage, empowers local farmers, sustains agriculture, and protects rice terraces for future generations.
In Bali, the ancient Subak irrigation system is far more than a method for directing water to the fields. It is a living philosophy that connects people, nature, and spirituality. Guided by the Tri Hita Karana principle of harmony between humans, the divine, and the natural world, Subak has flourished for more than a thousand years, carrying sacred spring water through temples and hand-built channels to nourish emerald rice terraces across the island.
Within this cooperative system, every farmer shares both the responsibility and the blessing of water. Subak is agriculture, community governance, and spiritual practice all in one, sustaining livelihoods and preserving tradition.
To help protect this heritage, Khiri collaborates with Save Subak in Sangeh, Bali — a social-ecological movement that preserves rice culture while supporting organic, fair, and transparent farming. More than 150 farmers now benefit from the partnership, ensuring fields remain productive and resilient.
Guests begin with a guided walk along the Subak channels, learning how the system works and, depending on the season, may join farmers in planting, harvesting, or maintaining the waterways. They also meet Men Lembug, whose dedication to the fields inspired Save Subak and continues to protect Bali’s rice landscapes from development and climate pressures.
Each kilogram of rice produced supports the preservation of Subak heritage, provides fair pricing and livelihoods for farmers, promotes sustainable agricultural practices, helps prevent the conversion of farmland to non-agricultural use, contributes to carbon-conscious farming initiatives, and fosters the training and development of the next generation of farmers.
The journey then moves to a local rice mill to see how freshly harvested grains are processed, followed by a visit to Sangeh Monkey Forest, home to long-tailed macaques and the historic Pura Bukit Sari Temple. Finally, guests explore Taman Mumbul and Pancoran Solas, sacred water sites central to the Subak network. Here, the melukat purification ritual offers a meaningful insight into Bali’s enduring spiritual traditions.
To be part of a journey that sustains Bali’s Subak heritage and farming communities, contact us at sales.indonesia@khiri.com.