Bali: Traditional Batik & Life in Penglipuran Village

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Experience traditional batik-making with a local artisan and explore daily life in Penglipuran in a calm, small-group cultural experience focused on stories, process, and local interaction.

Highlights

  • Walk through Penglipuran Village with a local host
  • Learn about daily life, traditions, and village values
  • Take part in a simple traditional batik-making experience
  • Understand the basic process and meaning behind batik
  • Small-group experience with a relaxed and unhurried pace

Description

This experience is designed for travelers who want to understand Balinese culture through real activities and village life, rather than rushed sightseeing. The day begins with a relaxed visit to Penglipuran Village, one of Bali’s best-preserved traditional villages. You will walk through the village environment together with a local host, listening to stories about daily life, community values, and traditions that are still practiced today. This part of the experience focuses on observation, conversation, and understanding the rhythm of village life. After exploring the village context, the experience continues with a simple batik activity led by a local artisan. During a session lasting around 1–1.5 hours, participants are introduced to the basic materials and tools used in traditional batik. With guidance from the artisan, you will try applying wax and follow a simple dyeing process using one color. Each participant works on a cotton fabric measuring approximately 40 × 40 cm and creates one simple batik piece as the final result. You will also see how the wax is removed to reveal the pattern before the finishing touches are applied. Light refreshments are provided during the activity, and participants receive a certificate of completion at the end. The entire experience flows as one connected cultural story, combining village life and traditional craftsmanship in a calm and meaningful way. It is not a technical course or a sightseeing tour, but a hands-on cultural experience suitable for beginners.

Includes

Local host during the experience Cultural visit to Penglipuran Village Traditional batik experience (approx. 1–1.5 hours) Local batik artisan as instructor Cotton fabric (approx. 40 × 40 cm) Standard batik tools and materials One-color dyeing process Drinking water or tea One finished batik piece per participant Certificate of completion Private transportation during the experience Insurance during the activity

Important Information

  • Batik uses traditional materials and simple techniques The activity is designed for beginners The experience focuses on cultural process rather than commercial results

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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