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Experience Bali beyond the crowds: a sacred blessing ceremony in a jungle temple, a Balinese feast, village life, and a hidden waterfall—a memorable day of culture, nature, and soulful connection.

Highlights

• Discover authentic Balinese life in a peaceful mountain village near Mt Batukaru
• Take part in a purification ceremony led by a Balinese priest at a jungle temple
• Enjoy a homemade Balinese lunch in our open-air Warung Balikaru
• Visit a local farm, feed the animals, and learn about stingless Trigona honey
• visit beautiful Air Terjun Pengempu Waterfall surrounded by tropical nature

Description

Leave the crowds behind and experience the quiet heart of Bali. Your journey begins with a scenic drive through a lush tropical landscape and a stop at a traditional flower market. At the foot of Mount Batukaru, you arrive at the small mountain village, surrounded by picturesque rice terraces and pure mountain air. You’re warmly welcomed by the Balikaru family, whose hospitality reflects the deep-rooted sense of community that defines rural Bali. Enjoy a walk through the Balikaru garden, home to more than 40 species of tropical plants. Here, you’ll discover the herbs and spices that flavor Balinese cooking and Jamu—Indonesia’s ancient herbal wellness drink. The scent of lemongrass, cloves, and galangal fills the air as you sip your refreshing welcome drink. Gentle sounds of the Rindik, a traditional bamboo instrument, accompany the moment—and you’re invited to try playing it yourself. Then begins the spiritual heart of your journey: a purification and blessing ceremony in a secluded jungle temple by a tranquil river. This sacred experience, led by a local Balinese priest, offers a rare insight into Hindu rituals that few visitors ever see. Dressed in traditional temple attire, you’ll prepare small flower offerings and learn their meanings. Your guide is by your side, translating not just words but symbols—explaining each gesture and mantra. The air is filled with the scent of incense and the soft sound of sacred bells, marking each step of the ritual. As the cool water of the river is poured over you, a sense of calm and renewal washes through—a blessing for body, mind, and spirit. After the ceremony, enjoy a homemade Balinese lunch at Warung Balikaru. The Nasi Campur Tumpeng—a vibrant dish with red rice—is served with vegetables, meat, and fragrant spices. It is a feast of flavor and color, lovingly prepared from local ingredients. Your afternoon unfolds with authentic encounters in the village. Join the farmer in planting rice and experience this timeless rhythm of Balinese life. Visit the small Balikaru farm, home to ducks, geese, and Manis, the gentle cow who loves to be fed by visitors. Discover the world of the stingless Trigona bees, whose honey is both rare and full of health benefits. Before saying goodbye, take a leisurely walk through the mountain village. Meet friendly locals, see traditional houses, and visit the sacred Belulang Hot Springs, where villagers bathe in natural sulfur water. If you wish, follow their tradition and enjoy a refreshing dip yourself. As your day draws to a close, your journey continues through Bali’s breathtaking countryside. The road leads past spectacular rice terraces before reaching your final stop—the Air Terjun Pengempu, a hidden waterfall in a tropical forest. This serene place is the perfect ending to a day filled with nature, culture, and meaning. You return to your hotel in the late afternoon, carrying the calm and connection that Bali’s spiritual heart so generously offers.

Includes

Transfer to/from hotel in air-conditioned vehicle English-speaking guide (other languages against surcharge) Stop at colourful flower welcome drink learn to play Rindik, the traditional Balinese instrument Balinese purification/blessing ceremony with Balinese temple priest (Mangku) offerings and temple clothes (rental) homemade Lunch at Warung Balikaru guided tour through unique Balikaru garden visit Balikaru farm with animals & stingless Trigona bees stop at hidden waterfall Balikaru gift purification memories with personal photo by mail

Important Information

• We'll pick you up in a radius of 50 km east and south of Belulang village (including Ubud, Candi Dasa, Sanur, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, Tuban, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, Denpasar, Tanah Lot). Pick-up time will be around 7am, depending on the distance of your hotel/homestay to our village. Transfer time varies from 45 to 120 minutes, depending on your location. Please tell us the name of your hotel when booking, at least 48 h before the tour starts. We'll inform you about the detailed pick-up time one day before tour day. A note at this point out of respect for the Balinese faith: Pregnant women and female guests during their menstruation are not allowed to enter temples. This may seem a little strange to us. However, please keep in mind that during this tour, the Balinese will give you deep insights into their traditions and even allow you to participate in them. For this reason, you should accept it & show the necessary respect for the people and their beliefs.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund