• Balikaru - Begin with a pickup and a scenic drive through the lush tropical landscape, including a photo stop along the way. Arrive at the mountain village and enjoy a leisurely stroll. Start with an introduction to the Rindik, a traditional Balinese instrument.

Take a guided tour through the herb and spice garden, featuring over 40 varieties of plants. At the Jamu Pavilion, create and taste two types of Jamu, Indonesia’s ancient and potent health drink.

Proceed to Paon Bali, the open-air Balinese kitchen, where you can learn to cook an authentic Balinese meal under the guidance of our chef. Enjoy the fun, especially at the live bamboo grill station while preparing Sate Lilit. You’ll also learn to make Lak Lak, a delicious dessert, using a traditional clay pot. Relish a delightful lunch and the serenity of village life and nature.

After lunch, you’ll have the energy to assist the farmer with rice planting. On your return, take a stroll through the charming village with mountain views, engage with locals, and visit a traditional house to learn about the authentic Asta Kosala architecture, influenced by Balinese Feng Shui. Conclude the day at the sacred Belulang hot spring before returning to your hotel.

• Personal cooking class certificate by email after tour
• English- or German-speaking guide (surcharge for other languages)
• Visit Belulang hot spring (optional bath)
• Cooking class in Paon Bali guided by our chef
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Jamu production including jamu and fruit tasting
• Farewell gift
• Visit authentic Balinese compound
• Lunch
• Soft trekking approx. 30 minutes downhill
• Scenic drive to mountain village including photo stops
• Guided herb & spice garden tour
• Help farmer with rice planting
• Learn to play Rindik, traditional instrument
• Visit Balikaru farm with animals and stingless Trigona beehives

• tip, drinks and personal expenses

• Beras Kencur - Indonesian spice & herb drink
• Jamu Kunyit Jahe Asam - Kurkuma-Ginger-Tamarind-Juice
• Tum Ayam - chicken meat with spices in Banana leave, steamed
• Sate Lilit Chicken - minced chicken satay with Balinese spices, prepared at bamboo grill station
• Tempeh Kecang - homemade fried tempeh in sweet soja sauce
• Sayur Urap - mixed Balinese vegetables with herb paste and coconut
• Sayur Paku (Pakis) - traditional, Balinese fern
• Tradional Balinese Dessert -

What makes this experience truly unique is that participants don’t just observe Balinese life—they become a part of it. Upon arrival in a quaint mountain village near Mt. Batukaru, they are warmly welcomed into the daily life and local traditions.

Stroll through rice terraces, meet local farmers, and pick fresh herbs directly from the garden. In the open-air Paon Bali kitchen, participants will prepare authentic dishes and learn about Jamu, Bali’s traditional herbal health drinks.

Surrounded by nature and the melodies of traditional music, participants will cook, share stories, and connect with the family. After savoring a home-cooked meal, they can try rice planting, meet the cow “Manis,” or explore the stingless bees and their rare honey.

This is a truly personal and hands-on experience that offers a genuine connection to Bali’s culture and its people.

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.