Discover Ubud's Butterflies with Kupu Kupu Barong Villas

Kupu Kupu Barong Villas and Tree Spa by L'Occitane in Ubud, Bali has launched a butterfly-inspired journey through the Ayung Valley over which its exclusive and private villas are perched.

Darma, a local from the Kedewatan district, ten-year veteran staff member and passionate Lepidopterist (butterfly expert), guides guests through the jungle, rice paddies and villages of the neighbouring countryside on a quest to spot the many hundreds of Bali's native butterfly species.

Swallowtails, Birdwings, Orange-tips, Sulphurs, Yellows, Brimstones, Longwings Fritillaries, Ceruleans, Forget-me-nots and Monarchs – the names of many of the magnificent, elusive creatures guests can expect to see.

Not only a butterfly tour, Darma will also guide guests through a traditional Balinese compound where they will witness the daily routines, rites and rituals of the Balinese people. Guests will get to visit the Desa and Puseh temples in the village of Kedewatan – temples respectively dedicated to the gods Brahma and Vishnu. From there, guests continue deeper into the Ayung valley, to the Gangsar Cave, a mystical site made famous in a scene from the film Eat, Pray, Love starring Julia Roberts.

The tour then continues to Pesiraman, a temple of holy waters, before venturing to the Spa Villa where the L'Occitane therapists will be waiting to guide guests through a traditional Balinese bathing ritual and soothing massage experience.

The "Float Like A Buttterfly" Experience costs US$150 per person.

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