4 Rice Terrace Treks in Indonesia Worth the Boots

1.Selogriyo Temple and Trekking Java Rice Terraces, hidden waterfall -Nature Java

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · from $55Our pick

Spend about 10 hours beyond Yogyakarta with a small group of up to 10. Walk rice terraces to 9th-century Selogriyo Temple, stop for local coffee, then visit Kedung Kayang Waterfall beneath Mount Merapi. Guides such as Arma, Didik, Sigit, and Maksi add local insight and help with photos.

“I had an incredible day! My guide Maxi was super friendly, punctual and spoke very good English. He made sure that I was comfortable throughout the trip, even stopping at a pharmacy for me to get medicine for my cold. He also took so many amazing pictures for me, which was much appreciated! The hike up to the temple wasn't too difficult and the views over the rice terraces were beautiful. I also got to try some delicious local coffee and fried banana and I talked to the locals, who were all really friendly. The waterfall was simply stunning! There are also loads of amazing photo opportunities there. This trip…”

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2.Yogyakarta: Selogriyo Temple Tour & Java Rice Terrace Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · 6 hours · from $55

Travel from Yogyakarta or Borobudur to Selogriyo Temple, then walk through working rice terraces with guides such as Yuni, Haidar, Atok, and Arief. Expect a small Hindu shrine, local crops, quiet village paths, and plenty of time for questions, photos, and countryside views.

“Yuni absolutely made our day! What in fact was a private tour, for us two, to the rice fields of Selogriyo turned out to be a lovely immersion in Indonesia's history and culture. Yuni was a splendid storyteller, an approachable guide, and a very kind human being.”

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3.Rice Terrace, Holy Water Temple & Waterfalls Trek Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 115 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $33Best value

Spend 6 to 7 hours touring Ceking Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul, Tibumana Waterfall, and Kanto Lampo with an English-speaking guide. Expect hotel transport, temple sarongs, photo help, and optional extras such as spiritual cleansing, lunch, coffee tasting, massage, and a jungle swing.

“Gusde was an amazing guide! He was very interesting to talk to and he brought me to see some great spots around Ubud.”

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4.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Rice Terrace Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · from $80

Start at 2:45 am for a guided Mount Batur climb with breakfast, a hot drink, water, flashlight, and trekking pole. Guides such as Agus and Senegal help with the rocky route. Upgrade for hotel transfers, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, or a private tour.

“It was an amazing experience. The trek was not easy but it is totally worth it. My guide was Senegall. He was very patient during the trek and also made sure that we reach the top before the sunrise. While returning we took another way which was altogether a different experience.”

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