Pure Bali Village Experience, Cooking & Jamu Class+VIP Transfer
Bali, Indonesiaby Balikaru
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 12 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French
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Overview
What makes this experience truly special is that you don’t just observe Balinese life—you become part of it. From the moment you arrive in a small mountain village near Mt. Batukaru, you are welcomed into daily life and local traditions. Walk through rice terraces, meet local farmers, and pick fresh herbs straight from the garden. In our open-air Paon Bali kitchen, you’ll prepare authentic dishes and learn about Jamu, Bali’s traditional herbal health drinks. Surrounded by nature and the sounds of traditional music, you’ll cook, share stories, and connect with the family. After enjoying your home-cooked meal, you can try rice planting, meet our cow “Manis,” or discover the stingless bees and their rare honey. A truly personal and hands-on experience that offers a genuine connection to Bali’s culture and its people.
What's included
- personal cooking class certificate by email after tour
- English- or Germanspeaking guide (surcharge for other languages)
- visit Belulang hot spring (optional bath)
- cooking class in Paon Bali guides by our chef
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Jamu production including jamu and fruit tasting
- farewell gift
- isit authentic Balinese compound
- Nasi Campur Tumping + dessert, cooked by yourself at Cooking Class
- soft trekking approx. 30 minutes downhill
- scenic drive to mountain village including photo stops
- guided herb & spice garden tour
- Give the farmer a helping hand for rice planting
- Learn to play Rindik, traditional instrument
- visit the Balikaru farm with animals and stingless Trigona beehives
- tip, drinks and personal expenses
Itinerary
Pick up and scenic drive through the tropical landscape with a photo stop on the way. Arrive at the mountain village, and take a leisurely walk. Start with an introduction to the Rindik, the Balinese instrument. Enjoy a guided tour through the herb & spice garden with over 40 varieties of plants. At the Jamu Pavilion, craft and taste 2 types of Jamu, Indonesia's ancient and powerful health drink. Move to Paon Bali, the open-air Bali kitchen, and learn to cook an authentic Balinese meal with guidance from our chef. 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. Savor a delightful lunch and the tranquillity of the village life and nature. After lunch you'll have enough power to give the farmer a helping hand to assist with planting rice. On your return, stroll through the picturesque village with mountain views, chat with locals, and visit a traditional house to learn about the authentic Asta Kosala architecture, influenced by Balinese Feng Shui. End the day at the sacred Belulang hot spring before heading back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup
Your activity starts around 09AM. You will be picked up to ensure that you reach the start of the activities on time. The pick-up time depends on the distance of your hotel/homestay from us. Transfer time varies from 45 to 120 minutes, depending on your location. Your transfer will start around 07:00 am. The detailed information about the exact time will be provided with your booking information.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian. If you have dietary requirements, please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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