Nestled around 1,300–1,450 meters above sea level in Bedugul’s cool highlands, Bali Botanical Garden (locally known as Kebun Raya Bali or Eka Karya Garden) stretches across approximately 157 hectares—making it the largest botanical garden in Indonesia. Originally inaugurated by President Sukarno on July 15, 1959, this lush sanctuary was established to preserve mountain flora and offer a refreshing escape from Bali’s coastal heat.

 

Home to over 2,300 plant species and more than 21,000 specimens, the garden displays rich biodiversity from various Indonesian islands, including Papua, Sulawesi, Nusa Tenggara, and Maluku. Visitors can wander through themed collections of orchids, begonias, bamboo, medicinal herbs, cacti, and carnivorous plants, all while enjoying cool misty air and panoramic mountain views.

 

Beyond its vast plant life, the garden supports research and conservation with its herbarium, seed bank, nurseries, and educational facilities. Wildlife such as birds, monkeys, and treeshrews add to the natural charm, while several small Hindu temples hidden within the grounds invite quiet reflection. Conveniently, the garden is about a 45-minute drive from Munduk Nature Lodge, making it an ideal half-day trip for those staying in Bali’s scenic highlands.