A private ceremony with a Balinese High Priest, crafted for your vows, honeymoon, or new beginning — where flowers, holy water, and mantras bring blessings of love and renewal.
Balinese Blessing for Special Moments
Step into the serene home of a Balinese High Priest and take part in a private blessing ceremony created especially for you. Dressed in traditional attire, you’ll prepare your own small offering together with the priest, weaving flowers and palm leaves with your personal intention. Inside the family temple, the air fills with the soft sounds of a sacred bell and ancient mantras. As the High Priest pours holy water mixed with fresh Balinese flowers over your head, the fragrance and cool touch will bring a deep sense of renewal and peace. Each ceremony is crafted for your own path, whether you seek blessings for love, a marriage, a new beginning, or simply gratitude for life itself. It’s a profoundly moving experience that opens the heart and leaves you feeling light, centered, and quietly transformed.
Good to know
- Respect temple customs with soft voices and modest gestures.
- Cover your shoulders and knees in neutral hues.
- Photography is welcome before or after, but never during prayers.
- If rain falls, a covered bale or indoor shrine awaits.
- This is a symbolic blessing, not a legal ceremony
Experience a private melukat purification at a hidden Ubud temple, guided by a local priest. A mindful, intimate ritual revealing the meaning behind each blessing. Deeply spiritual and restorative.
Balinese Purification Ritual
Purify your body and mind at a tranquil Balinese water temple, guided by a local pemangku (priest). After a brief introduction to temple customs and the meaning of canang sari offerings, you’ll don a sarong and sash, present your offering, and move through each holy spring with mindful intention. Your host will translate prayers and explain each step from release to renewal, ensuring a deeper understanding of the experience. Scheduled during quieter hours, this respectful experience — far from the tourist trail — preserves the ceremony’s sacred essence. Whether you’re seeking spiritual clarity or cultural connection, this ritual offers a profound sense of peace and insight into Balinese tradition.
Good to know
- Dress modestly (shoulders covered before/after ritual); swimwear under a sarong is fine.
- Out of respect, avoid photos during blessings; your host will cue appropriate moments.
- Some temples request that menstruating visitors refrain from entering the inner sanctum. Your host will advise the alternatives.
- We prioritize lesser-known temples and contribute fairly to custodians and community funds.
Create your own Balinese batik in a garden studio. Learn to sketch, wax with a canting, and dye your cloth while discovering the island’s nature-inspired motifs.
Batik Workshop in Bali
Step into a breezy Balinese studio where the scent of warm wax mingles with tropical air. Guided by local artisan, you’ll begin by sketching traditional motifs onto soft cotton. The canting releases wax in slow, fragrant streams as you trace your design with steady hands. Vibrant paints are then brushed onto the cloth, bringing your pattern to life with rich, expressive color. As your piece sets under the sun, your host will share stories of batik’s ties to temple rituals and daily life, and how studios reclaim wax and use low-impact materials. Sessions are relaxed and welcoming, perfect for beginners and families. You’ll leave with a finished scarf or wall piece, new skills, and a tactile connection to Bali’s living craft tradition.
Good to know
- Wear clothes you don’t mind staining.
- Aprons are provided.
- Multi-colored, detailed designs take longer. You can ask for an extended session.
- Wax is reclaimed; natural/low-impact dyes are used where available.
- We prioritize studios that pay fair wages and mentor young artisans.
Solve clues, try kid-friendly challenges and follow a secret trail through Ubud’s streets and nature paths. Encounter exotic animals, meet locals, and find treasure at the end.
Family Treasure Hunt in Bali
Get ready for a playful family adventure that turns Ubud into your own game board. With a story scroll in hand and simple “adventure rules”, you’ll set off on a treasure hunt through peaceful rice paths and village lanes. Along the way, solve clues, meet locals, and even encounter exotic animals. With every spot you visit, a new clue awaits, leading to your next destination. The route is stroller-friendly in parts, with shady spots and a lunch break to keep everyone energised. Friendly guides keep things relaxed, adjust puzzles for different ages and make sure the experience stays hands-on, joyful and respectful of local culture. It’s an experience that combines movement, curiosity and memory-making.
Good to know
- Wear closed shoes, a hat and sunscreen.
- Ponchos are provided during the rainy season.
- We keep things eco-friendly and inclusive with non-competitive challenges.
Learn to craft Balinese offerings, then feel the rhythms of a live gamelan lesson in Undisan, Bangli with gentle guidance, real smiles and music you’ll feel in your bones.
Gamelan & Canang in Bangli
Step into a warm Balinese family compound in Undisan for a cultural experience. Start by sitting with local women to weave canang sari offerings from coconut leaves and flowers, while learning their meanings and a bit of temple etiquette. Then, hop onto the gamelan benches for a fun intro to Bali rhythms. Your teacher keeps the tempo easy and the vibe playful. To wrap up, place your handmade offering at the family shrine with an optional blessing, then enjoy a sweet local snack. The vibe is calm, welcoming, and full of photo-worthy moments. It’s the perfect activity for families, curious travelers, and anyone who loves learning new things.
Good to know
- Keep your shoulders and knees covered. Sarongs are provided for shrine moments.
- Ear protection for sensitive kids is available on request.
- No photo session at the shrine.
- Choose a slower craft focus or a more music-forward session.
- Natural, locally sourced materials are used. We aim to be plastic-free, so please bring your water bottle.
Live like the Balinese for a day on a tour crafted around your interests. This tour is designed for guests who seek more than a standard itinerary — for those who wish to experience Bali their way.
In the Footsteps of a Balinese
Embark on a Balinese journey that ventures beyond well-trodden tourist paths. Every detail is custom-crafted around your personal interests and desires, creating a tour that is unique, authentic, and sustainable. Depending on your wishes — or whether you’re celebrating a special occasion — you may find yourself as a member of a local family for the day, learning a traditional craft, hiking through trails only locals know about, or participating in a Balinese ceremony. This fully-personalized journey offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience that reflects your dreams.
Good to know
- Dress modestly for the temple (sarong & sash provided).
- Vegetarian/vegan options are available.
- Photography is welcome at appropriate times — your host will advise you when it’s acceptable.
- Activities vary slightly by season and village schedule to keep it authentic.
Step into a Balinese family compound to cook together. Grind spices, weave banana-leaf wraps, grill sate lilit, and share stories over lunch.
Local Cooking Class in Ubud
Step into a real Balinese home and cook like the locals. Start with a stroll through the garden or market to find everyday ingredients, then head to the family kitchen for some fun. You’ll toast spices, mix marinades, shape sate lilit, wrap pepes in banana leaves and pound fresh sambal. Kids can also get in on the action by cracking coconuts, stirring batters and rolling sweet dadar gulung pancakes. While dishes simmer, your hosts will share stories about ceremony foods, family life and dining traditions. Then it’s time to sit down together and enjoy a generous, home-style feast. Menus can be tailored to vegetarian, vegan or halal preferences. The atmosphere is relaxed and flavorful, offering a warm glimpse into Balinese hospitality.
Good to know
- Ensure your shoulders and knees are covered for the market stop.
- Remove shoes inside family shrine areas.
- Please advise us of any allergies.
- Child-safe knives/boards are provided, and adults supervise hot surfaces.
- We use local produce, minimal plastic, composted scraps, and reusable water.
- A short demo on offering-making or a mini Bahasa lesson is available for kids.
Spend a day in a Balinese village house (rumah desa), preparing offerings, learning a simple recipe, strolling rice fields, and joining daily rituals at an easy, unhurried pace.
Rumah Desa Daily Life
Slow down inside a traditional rumah desa for a hands-on insight into everyday Balinese life. After a warm welcome and tea, you will learn to make small canang sari offerings and understand their symbolism. Head to the family garden or nearby paddies for a gentle walk through subak canals, then return to the kitchen to cook a home-style dish. Depending on the day, you may try simple craft activities (such as weaving palm leaves or grinding spices) or practice basic greetings with your host. This is not a show but a real family routine adapted for visitors, with fair compensation and respectful timing. Come away with practical skills, new friendships, and a deeper connection to Bali’s rhythms.
Good to know
- Modest dress is appreciated
- Bring a hat and a light rain layer.
- Recipes use local produce. Vegetarian/vegan options are available.
- Activities vary by season (planting/harvest) and by family schedule.
- We prioritize hosts who follow fair-pay practices and reinvest in the community.
