• Balikaru - Experience the true essence of Bali with this engaging cooking class set in a traditional mountain village near Mt. Batukaru.
  Begin your adventure with a picturesque drive and a stop at a vibrant flower market, followed by a walk through verdant rice terraces.
  Upon arrival at Balikaru, a warm welcome awaits from the local family, complete with music and smiles. Try your hand at playing the Rindik, explore the Balikaru spice and herb garden, and learn the secrets of Jamu, Indonesia’s ancient herbal tonic, which you will prepare and taste yourself.
  Proceed to the open-air kitchen “Paon Bali,” where you will create classic Balinese dishes, from steamed chicken in banana leaves and spicy sambal to traditional desserts. Grill sate at our Gerobak under the expert guidance of our Balikaru chef—making cooking both simple and enjoyable!
  Savor your homemade lunch before assisting the farmer in the rice paddy, meeting the friendly farm animals, and discovering the stingless Trigona bees that produce Bali’s unique and healthful honey.
  Conclude your experience with a peaceful village walk through stunning landscapes to the sacred Belulang Hot Spring before your driver returns you to your hotel.
  An authentic, interactive journey through the life, flavors, and traditions of Bali!

• Visit Belulang hot spring (optional bath)
• English- or German-speaking guide (surcharge for other languages)
• Balikaru gift
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Jamu production including jamu and fruit tasting
• Visit Balikaru farm with animals and stingless Trigona beehives
• Visit authentic Balinese compound
• Lunch
• Personal cooking class certificate by E-mail after tour
• Soft trekking approx. 30 minutes downhill
• Guided herb & spice garden tour
• Photo stop at local flower market
• Give the farmer a helping hand for rice planting
• Learn to play Rindik, traditional instrument
• Cooking class in Paon Bali guided by Balikaru chef

• 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 sate with Balinese spices, grilled at traditional Gerobak
• 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 you don’t just observe—you immerse yourself in it. Upon arriving in the quaint mountain village near Mt. Batukaru, you become integrated into Balinese life. You’ll wander through the rice terraces, interact with the farmers, and gather fresh herbs directly from the garden. In the Paon Bali, the open-air kitchen, you’ll learn to prepare authentic dishes and ancient Jamus—the invigorating health drinks of the Balinese.
The sounds of nature and the rhythm of traditional music envelop you as you cook, laugh, and share stories with the Balikaru family. After savoring your homemade lunch, you can even try your hand at planting rice, feed the cow “Manis,” or explore the stingless bees and their rare, nutritious honey.
Every moment is genuine and personal—a true connection to Bali’s culture, traditions, and the warmth of 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.