-Balinese tour & activity company plus an authentic WARUNG (local food restaurant) on Bali island.
- intensive tours, activties - cooking classes | village tours | health & goodfeel programs | hiking and trekking tours in the most beautiful part of Bali.
- traditional purification and blessing ceremony according to ancient Balinese tradition - spiritual experiences and magical moments in a hidden place full of positive energy in the jungle, where a sacred spring merges with a mountain river.
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Bali Spiritual: Blessing Ceremony, Pristine Nature and Transfer
Step away from Bali’s bustling south and let the island reveal its quiet soul. As the road winds through emerald rice terraces and tropical valleys, a sense of calm begins to unfold. On the way, you stop at a colorful flower market—a glimpse into everyday life and a preview of the beauty that awaits.At the foot of Mount Batukaru lies a small mountain village surrounded by pure nature. Here, you are welcomed with open arms by the Balikaru family. The day begins with a gentle walk through the garden: a lush sanctuary of herbs, spices, and tropical fruits that nourish both body and spirit. The sweet, woody scent of cloves and lemongrass fills the air as you learn about their traditional use in Balinese cooking and Jamu, Indonesia’s ancient herbal wellness drink.A cool welcome drink and the soft tones of the Rindik, the bamboo instrument of rice farmers, set the mood. Perhaps you try a few notes yourself.Then, the heart of your journey unfolds: a personal purification ceremony, performed especially for you by a Balinese priest in a hidden jungle temple beside a tranquil river. Dressed in temple attire, you’ll help prepare the offerings of flowers and incense, guided by your host and accompanied by the soothing rhythm of nature. The ceremony, an ancient act of cleansing and blessing, connects you deeply with Bali’s spiritual essence. As the cool water touches your skin and the priest’s bells echo softly, you feel renewed—calm and grateful.Let yourself be captivated by this wonderful, spiritual place and surrender to your personal blessing and purification ceremony—a unique, unforgettable experience for life.Afterward, you share a homemade Balinese lunch at Warung Balikaru. The Nasi Campur Tumpeng—red rice served with a variety of local dishes—celebrates the island’s abundance and variety.The afternoon invites you into village life: plant rice with local farmers, visit the small Balikaru farm, and meet ducks, geese, and Manis, the friendly cow. Discover the tiny, stingless Trigona bees and taste their rare honey, cherished for its healing properties.Later, wander through Belulang village, where time seems to slow. Visit the sacred hot springs if you wish—a local tradition for body and soul—before the journey continues through ever-changing landscapes.As the sun softens, you stop at Air Terjun Pengempu, a hidden waterfall among tropical greenery. The sound of cascading water and the cool mist on your face mark a peaceful close to this unforgettable day. It's a day that connects you with Bali's heart, its people, and its timeless spirit.
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Pure Bali Village Experience & Cooking - Jamu Class - VIP Transfer
A Journey Through the Flavours and Traditions of BaliExperience authentic Balinese life and cuisine in a setting surrounded by lush rice terraces and tropical greenery near the majestic Mt. Batukaru. Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the countryside, and it's always time for a photo stop, whenever you like.Upon arrival in the small mountain village, enjoy a leisurely walk along the beautiful rice terraces. Your local guide will introduce you to the many exotic plants, herbs, and fruits that flourish here. With a bit of luck, you’ll see a farmer ploughing the fields with his water buffalo—just as generations before him have done.A warm welcome by our Balikaru family. The experience begins with a short introduction to traditional Balinese music, as you try playing the Rindik, a bamboo instrument whose soft tones echo across the village. Then, follow your guide through the Balikaru herb and spice garden, where you’ll discover the plants that give Balinese dishes their distinctive aromas—and learn how they’re also used in traditional medicine.Next, it’s time to dive into the world of Jamu, Indonesia’s ancient herbal elixir. Under gentle guidance, you’ll prepare two different types of Jamu using age-old family recipes and traditional utensils. Taste your creations and learn about their role in daily Balinese life as natural health tonics.It's time to move to our Paon Bali, the open-air kitchen where your culinary journey continues. Under the watchful eye of our Balikaru chef, you’ll chop, grind, and stir your way through a series of authentic dishes—each one bursting with local flavors and fragrant spices. You will have a lot of fun together, especially at the live bamboo grill station when preparing Sate Lilit. You also learn how to make Lak Lak—the yummy dessert—by using a traditional clay pot. Here are the examples of what you will cook:Beras Kencur: Indonesian spice & herb drinkJamu Kunyit Jahe Asam: Turmeric-Ginger-Tamarind juiceBase Genap: Balinese spice pasteSambal Mbe & Sambal Matah: Traditional Balinese chili condimentsTum Ayam: Chicken with herbs, steamed in banana leavesSate Lilit Chicken: Minced chicken satay, grilled at traditional GerobakTempeh Kecang: Crispy tempeh in sweet soy sauceSayur Urap: Mixed vegetables with coconut and herb pasteSayur Paku: Balinese fern dishTraditional Balinese desserts: Lak Lak or other surprisesFinally, enjoy the feast you’ve prepared—a delicious, home-cooked Balinese lunch served in our peaceful Warung Balikaru.After lunch another truly local experience awaits you: join the farmer in planting rice and get a feel for this essential part of Balinese culture. Visit the small Balikaru farm to meet the animals, like ducks, geese, and our friendly cow, Manis. She is happy for a change, and you are welcome to feed her. Discover the fascinating world of the stingless Trigona bees, whose honey is prized for its health benefits.Your experience concludes with a gentle village walk downhill, framed by breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Meet the friendly locals, learn about Balinese architecture and traditional feng shui, and finally arrive at the holy Belulang Hot Spring, where your driver awaits to take you back to your hotel.Before you leave, capture the moment with a photo together with the Balikaru family—a perfect memory to accompany your cooking class certificate and recipe collection, which we’ll send to you after your visit.
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Jungle Trekking at Mt. Batukaru, scenic Waterfall & village life
Balikaru – Jungle Trekking at Mount BatukaruExperience Bali’s natural side on this full-day trekking adventure around Mount Batukaru. Start your day with a visit to Pura Luhur Batukaru, one of the island’s most sacred temples, before entering the lush mountain rainforest. Accompanied by your guide plus a local ranger, trek through pristine jungle landscapes filled with giant ferns, ancient trees, and small rivers. Learn about the local flora and fauna, spot monkeys and tropical birds, and discover simple jungle survival skills. Take a break at a hidden jungle temple, where you’ll enjoy a jungle picnic with Balinese coffee and traditional snacks surrounded by untouched nature. After the hike, continue to the mountain village of Balikaru, where the warm hospitality of rural Bali awaits. Explore the tropical garden and enjoy a welcome drink plus a short massage to get back all the energy after the trekking tour. Savor a homemade Balinese lunch at Warung Balikaru. End your day with visits to Belulang Hot Springs and the Pengempu Waterfall before you're back at your hotel.This tour is a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation—an unforgettable day in Bali's mountain heart.
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Purification Ceremony in sacred Jungle Temple Bali
Balikaru, a Day of Connection and Tradition in Bali’s Mountains—Find peace and meaning in Bali’s spiritual heart.In a small mountain village, you’ll join a sacred purification ceremony at a hidden holy spring—an experience usually reserved for the local community. It’s a day of connection, renewal, and genuine insight into the island’s living traditions.Far from the busy tourist routes lies a small mountain village at the foot of Mount Batukaru. Here, life follows the rhythm of nature, and ancient traditions are part of everyday life. This experience invites you to step into that world—to slow down, reconnect, and share in rituals that have been practiced for generations.Begin your visit in the Balikaru garden, surrounded by tropical plants, herbs, and spices that form the foundation of Balinese cooking and wellness. Enjoy a refreshing drink as the gentle tones of Rindik music play in the background.The heart of your journey is the purification and blessing ceremony—a sacred Hindu ritual held at a hidden temple beside a holy spring. This place is rarely seen by outsiders; it is where the villagers come to pray, cleanse, and gather for their village ceremonies.Led by a Mangku, the local Balinese priest, you’ll be guided step by step through this ancient water ritual. Dressed in traditional temple clothes, you will prepare small floral offerings and learn their symbolic meanings. The priest chants sacred mantras, accompanied by the soft sound of bells, as you move through the sequence of prayers and blessings. The moment of purification is something truly special—as crystal-clear water from the holy spring flows over you, believed to cleanse body, mind, and spirit.This deeply personal ceremony offers not just participation but immersion—a glimpse into the living spirituality that shapes everyday life in Bali’s mountain villages. It is a memory for a lifetime.Afterward, a homemade Balinese lunch awaits at Warung Balikaru, where every dish tells a story of local ingredients and family tradition. In the afternoon, discover the rhythm of village life: help plant rice, visit Balikaru farm, and meet the gentle animals that are part of daily life in the mountain village. Watch the Trigona bees—small, stingless, and vital to the local ecosystem.Before your day comes to an end, take a walk through the village and visit the nearby Belulang Hot Springs, where the locals relax in warm, natural sulfur water. Your Balikaru day experience ends in the afternoon, leaving you with a quiet sense of peace, gratitude, and connection to the people and traditions that keep Bali’s mountain spirit alive.
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Spice Garden, Jamu & Cooking Class in Bali Village
Balikaru Cooking Class – Discover Bali’s Flavours and TraditionsSpend a day in the heart of Bali’s countryside and experience authentic village life surrounded by lush rice terraces and tropical greenery near the majestic Mt. Batukaru.Your experience begins in a small mountain village, where you’ll take a leisurely walk along the rice terraces. Your local guide will introduce you to exotic plants, herbs, and fruits that flourish in this fertile region. If you’re lucky, you might spot a farmer ploughing the fields with his water buffalo—an ancient Balinese tradition still alive today.At Balikaru, a warm welcome before you start the day with the gentle sounds of Rindik, a traditional bamboo instrument that you can try yourself. Then follow your guide through the Balikaru Herb & Spice Garden, where you’ll discover how tropical plants are used not only in Balinese cooking but also in traditional medicine.Next, dive into the world of Jamu, Indonesia’s ancient herbal elixir. Using age-old family recipes, you’ll prepare two different kinds of Jamu with traditional utensils—each with its own flavor and healing purpose. Taste your creations and learn how these natural tonics are still part of daily Balinese life today.Now it’s time to head to our Paon Bali, the open-air kitchen where your hands-on cooking adventure begins. Under the guidance of our Balikaru chef, you’ll chop, grind, and stir a range of authentic dishes, each rich in local spices and aromas. There’s plenty of fun as you prepare Sate Lilit at the live bamboo grill, called Gerobak, and learn to make Lak Lak, a traditional Balinese dessert cooked in a clay pot. You’ll create and enjoy a variety of dishes such as:Beras Kencur—Indonesian herb drinkJamu Kunyit Jahe Asam—Turmeric-Ginger-Tamarind juiceBase Genap – Balinese spice pasteSambal Mbe & Sambal Matah – Balinese chili condimentsTum Ayam—Chicken with herbs, steamed in banana leavesSate Lilit—Minced chicken satay, grilled at traditional GerobakTempeh Kecang – Crispy tempeh in sweet soy sauceSayur Urap – Vegetables with coconut and herb pasteSayur Paku – Balinese fern dishTraditional Balinese desserts—Lak Lak or other seasonal surprisesAfter all your efforts, sit down and enjoy the feast you’ve prepared yourself—a home-cooked Balinese lunch served in our peaceful Warung Balikaru.After lunch, your experience continues with a glimpse into daily village life. Try planting rice alongside local farmers, visit the Balikaru farm to meet ducks, geese, and our gentle cow Manis, and discover the stingless Trigona bees, whose honey is known for its unique flavor and health benefits.End the day with a relaxed village walk downhill, surrounded by beautiful views of the mountains and traditional Balinese homes. Learn about architecture, feng shui, and everyday life in the countryside before returning with lasting memories.Don’t forget a farewell photo with the Balikaru family—a wonderful reminder of your day in the heart of Bali. Your certificate and recipe collection will be sent to you after your visit, so you can recreate a little piece of Bali back home.
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Spiritual Bali for Late Risers - Purification & Waterfall
Pick-up at your hotel after breakfast around 10 am. Perfect time for late risers.Scenic drive through tropical landscape with a stop at flower market. At this wholesale market you can see the colorful splendor of flowers and blossoms that are needed in the temples of Bali for the offerings and ceremonies.Arrive at the mountain village and warm welcome from our Balikaru team. The first impression is the wonderful Balikaru garden with more than 40 different species of plants, herbs, and fruits. Take the opportunity for a guided tour through the unique herb and spice garden and learn more about the importance about this for the Balinese. Enjoy traditional Nasi Campur Tumpeng for lunch at Warung Balikaru.In the afternoon you get in touch with Balinese culture, traditions, & religion and get an introduction to Hinduism and Brahmin culture, which is not usually given to foreigners, is just as much a part of your experience as insights into Balinese traditions and interaction with the local villagers. Our Balikaru team helps you get dressed in traditional temple outfits for the ceremony, which is prepared especially for you and performed in a very special, spiritual place.At first listen to the sounds of Rindik, the traditional Balinese instrument. It´s a perfect background and the team will show you, how to play it. Don't be shy and try to coax wonderful sounds from the Rindik yourself.Short walk and the temple priest awaits you at a hidden temple located next to a secluded river (Tjampuhan). The priest has carefully chosen flowers for the offerings, and together you'll prepare it for the ceremony. Your guide is always at your side to explain all parts of the blessing and purification ceremony. All you can hear is the slow flow of the water and the chirping of the birds. This natural silence is only interrupted by the sacred bells of the priest, which are used to ring in various parts of the ceremony. Let yourself be captivated by this wonderful, spiritual place and surrender to your personal blessing and purification ceremony - a unique, unforgettable experience for life.Body and mind will be refreshed and offer space for new experiences. The impact on nature, the local people, and their way of life remains minimal. Instead, you have the opportunity to engage intensively with them and thus contribute to the preservation of authentic village structures. Take your time and enjoy the great atmosphere before you go back to Balikaru to change clothes again.It's time to say goodbye, you leave Balikaru for a leisurely walk through picturesque Belulang village, always view to the magnificient Batukaru and the mountain scenery. Ending up at Belulang Hot Springs. If you like, you can follow the Balinese and take a bath at the traditional sulfur spring.Continue your journey off the beaten tracks, and a picturesque, hidden waterfall. You're back at your hotel in the evening.
A journey into Bali’s wild heartThis trek is more than an adventure—it’s an immersion into the untamed side of Bali that few ever experience. Guided by locals who know every path and story of the forest, you’ll explore deep, living jungle, cross clear mountain streams, and uncover sacred places hidden far from the beaten path.Here, the air smells of earth and wild ginger, ancient trees rise like guardians of time, and the only sounds are wind, water, and the call of distant birds.It’s a day for those who seek more than a walk — a true expedition through raw nature, filled with challenge, discovery, and quiet wonder.A journey that connects you with the island’s purest spirit—wild, authentic, and unforgettable.
