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Experiences at Amandari
Amandari - Melukat
Amandari - Melukat Water Purification
Amandari - Mengening Temple
Bali is blessed with natural beauty, a balmy climate and rich traditions upheld by its deeply spiritual people. Volcanoes skirted by terraced rice paddies drop to a breathtaking coastline, and villages and temples dot the landscape. Amandari arranges bespoke experiences and tailor-made adventures anywhere on the island.
Village artisans
Ubud is Bali’s artistic heart, spend a peaceful morning or afternoon with a local Balinese artist with a private painting session at Amandari. Create anything from a simple local shrine to a colourful natural scene of Amandari’s surroundings.
Island of the Gods
Sacred springs, shrines and statues dot the wilderness of the Ayung River Valley, and regular festivals give the decorated villages a carnival-like atmosphere. Amandari can arrange private excursions to ancient temples, personalised blessings and walks that reveal the spiritual aspect of Balinese culture.
From the morning market
Combine a country walk with a visit to one of the island’s indispensable institutions. An Amandari driver will take you to Blahkiuh Market, about 20 minutes from Amandari, where you are free to soak up the sights, the colours and the fresh morning air. Then, with your guide, it is on into the countryside, through rice fields and villages and back to the resort.
Explore nearby temples
Ubud is full of interesting and world-famous temples. From Pura Taman Saraswati, in the centre of Ubud, to Pura Tirta Empul, to the lesser known local temples that dot the map, a trip to Amandari means a step into the spiritual Balinese culture.
Balinese Wayang Experience
Across the Indonesian archipelago, Wayang (puppet theatre) has long shaped cultural expression through myth, morality and philosophy. At Amandari, this centuries-old tradition is experienced through an intimate dining encounter, where refined cuisine unfolds alongside live storytelling and music. Led by a master dalang (puppeteer), the evening brings together culinary heritage and enriching entertainment.
Ubud Valley Trails
Begin your morning with an invigorating trek or leisurely cycle through the lush landscapes of Ubud, guided along scenic trails that reveal the beauty of Bali’s countryside. The journey culminates at a hilltop with sweeping views of the valley, where a live rindik performance sets the tone for a peaceful picnic breakfast. The experience concludes with the hands-on preparation of traditional Balinese snacks for a rewarding finish.
