Purification Ceremony in sacred Jungle Temple Bali
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.
Options
English-speaking tour program
English-speaking guide: The English-speaking guide will accompany the entire group.
What's included in Purification Ceremony in sacred Jungle Temple Bali
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Travel on your own to the mountain village of Belulang. Hearty welcome from the Balikaru team and introduction to playing the Rindik, the Balinese instrument. Now you're in the perfect mood for your purification ceremony: the team helps you to dress in Balinese temple clothes. The priest (Mangku) awaits you at a small temple, located at an unforgettable spot next to a secluded river, in Bali called Tjampuhan. The traditional Balinese purification ceremony follows the ancient Bali Hindu Dharma rituals. Choose colorful flowers and learn how to make your own offering for the ceremony. Your guide has a huge knowledge and explains to you all the details of the blessing & purification ceremony. Listen to the voice of the priest and the sound of the sacred bells. Immerse yourself deep into the spiritual ceremony, an unforgettable experience for a lifetime. Body and mind will be refreshed and give you space for new experiences. Take your time in this peaceful atmosphere. Back to Balikaru, it's time to change clothes again. You will enjoy a homemade lunch at the idyllic Warung Balikaru. Take a rest before it's time to say goodbye and you leave the village on your own.
Inclusions
- 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
- tip, drinks & personal expenses
- 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
- purification/blessing is not permitted during female menstruation period
- 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.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- You can reach Warung Balikaru from hotsprings (Air Panas) Belulang. Follow the Balikaru signs for an easy walk, about 25 min. uphill. We´re located opposite Bale Belajar. If you´ll like the tour including transfer from/to your accommodation, then simply book program with the code 419157P7.
