On this excursion, you will not only discover the spirituality in the everyday life of the Balinese but also immerse yourself deeply in this faith during a blessing and purification ceremony called Melukat in Bali. An introduction to Hinduism and Brahmin culture, which isn't usually given to foreigners, is an important part of your experience, and you will gain an insight into Balinese traditions.
The Balinese priest (called Mangku) prepared the ceremony especially for you with rice, flowers - different colors for each part of the ceremony—fragrant incense sticks, and holy water. All are carefully crafted for purification and blessing purposes.
The purification and blessing ceremony is intended to refresh body and mind and provide space for new experiences. The impact on nature, the local people, and their way of life remains minimal; instead, you have the opportunity to engage intensively with them and thus make a contribution to the preservation of authentic village structures.
What's included
- English-speaking guide (other languages, see options for this tour)
- offerings & temple clothes (rental)
- Balinese purification & blessing ceremony with Balinese temple priest (Mangku)
- healthy Jamu welcome drink
- Balikaru gift
- homemade Nasi Campur Tumpeng at Warung Balikaru
- guided tour through unique Balikaru garden
- learn to play Rindik, the traditional Balinese instrument
- help the farmer at rice planting
- purification memories with personal photo by E-mail
What's Not Included
- tip, drinks & personal expenses
Languages spoken by guide
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels