Bali, Southeast Asia’s surfing capital, is frequented by five million tourists every year. Some visitors even choose to stay and retire in Bali for the 5,780-square-kilometer (2,231.67-square-mile) island has too many beautiful places to count - forested volcanic mountains, sandy beaches, gorgeous temples, marine parks, and expansive rice paddles. The rich culture of Indonesia is also part of Bali’s main attractions, luring people to the majestic temples that stand in the middle of a picturesque landscape. If you are looking for ways to explore the island meaningfully, you are welcome to browse through the listings below. Check out the best Airbnb experiences in Bali, Indonesia.
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1. Craft your jewelry souvenir by hand
Thanks to this Airbnb experience, visitors can further appreciate Bali craftsmanship. Learn how to make your own silver jewelry by hand. Join this three-hour class with friends and bring home with you your craft as a personal memento of your Bali trip. This introductory jewelry-making lesson is fun, practical, and informative. You will be given grams of silver and taught how to snip, cut, twist, and attach design elements to a ring, earrings, or pendant.
Book Tours : The Silver Jewelry Artesan
2. Make coconut oil for a relaxing massage
Only the best Airbnb experiences in Bali will care to introduce you to the local culture. Coconut-oil-making is a time-tested tradition in most tropical countries like Indonesia. If you are keen to learn more about the traditional oil production technique or just plain interested in coconut oil benefits, join the class. In two hours and a half, you will acquire a new skill, receive a nice massage, and learn more about local life. What a package of benefits in one sitting, indeed.
Book Tours : Create Coconut Oil With Bali's Family
3. Enjoy the thrill of white water rafting
Adrenaline-rushing white water rafting bags a spot in the list of best Airbnb experiences in Bali. The group meets at Jl. Dewi Saraswati - Bongkasa Pertiwi for safety orientation, itinerary briefing, gear setup, and, of course, welcome drinks. You will then step down a 400-step staircase into the river, where you will have the adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy the thrill of the white water rapids and the beauty of the hidden waterfalls. In its entirety, the experience takes three hours.
Book Tours : White Water Rafting Adventure
4. Indulge your senses in a rejuvenating sound bath
Bali offers the best experiences for meditation. Calm your senses, relax your mind, and take in positive energy through sounds. Your passionate and experienced host has crossed the world for years, learning about sound healing. Your one hour and a half will take you through different soothing natural sounds - singing bowls, guitar music, and even the rustling of leaves. You will also love the nice and quiet location overlooking a jungle in Bali.
Book Tours : Jungle Singing Bowls Sound Healing Journey
Bali Tour Guide
Toni Kenpachi
Hello my name is Toni and I live in Jakarta- Indonesia, I've been working as a Tour Guide since 2008, I have licensed from Jakarta City Government Tourism Office, I choose to be a Tourist guide due to my background education because I graduated from Tourism Academy, I'll be glad to assist your trip in Indonesia especially in Jakarta and surrounding areas also if you would like to do overland t... Read more
Tours by Toni
Bali Tour Guide
Dori Januhari
I am a legal and licensed tourist guide from Indonesia. I have been guiding for 20 years. I live in Jakarta, Indonesia, but I have traveled to many places in the country. My guiding areas are Java, Bali, and Lombok Island. I obtained my license from the Indonesia Tourism Ministry. On days when there is no tour, I work as an English and German private teacher, teaching mathematics and science ph... Read more
Tours by Dori
5. Bathe with Balinese sacred waters plus learn to make coffee from cat poo
Millions of people come to Bali to bathe in the sacred healing waters of natural pools. Are you curious to find out the curative powers of Balinese waters? Book this full-day tour that not only takes you to natural pools but also temples and plantations - easily one of the best Airbnb experiences. You even get the chance to dine in at a local restaurant with a scenic view of rice fields. To top it off, you get to witness the making of the famous “cat poo cino” or coffee made from cat poo! The tour includes admissions and lunch.
Book Tours : Bali Healer and Holy Bathing Tour
6. Ride the world-renowned Bali surf waves
A trip to Bali is incomplete without surfing. If you are new to the sport, book one of the best Airbnb experiences in Bali. The two-hour lesson takes place in Batu Bolong Beach, which is an ideal location for beginners. Your well-trained instructor conducts safety procedures and basic surfing techniques on land so you are ready to face the world-famous Bali waves. The tour provides surfboard and rash guard.
Book Tours : Surf Vibes Canggu
7. Unleash the artist in you and carve a sculpture
Wood carving is a well-developed art in Indonesia. One of the best Airbnb experiences in Bali lets you learn the basics of wood carving from an experienced teacher. You get to choose designs, from simple animal shapes to intricate patterns, and take home the final output as a souvenir. This three-hour lesson includes materials and yummy banana fritters for snacks, which are attention-grabbers, by the way.
Book Tours : The Carving Master
8. Cook nine local Balinese dishes in half a day
In this five-hour Bali experience, you will enjoy shopping in the local market, learn how to cook nine local dishes, and walk through iconic Bali rice paddies while learning about rice cultivation practices and enjoying the tropical air. You get to share the food after class and even take home some. Your host gives away printed copies of the recipes, too. Without a doubt, it’s one of the best Airbnb experiences in Bali. You polish your cooking skills, enjoy the view, and fill your stomach with good food.
Book Tours : Traditional Balinese cooking Classes
9. Boil eggs in volcano steam vents and watch the magical Mt. Balur sunrise
The trek to Mt. Balur stands firm on the list of best experiences in Bali. The tour takes a full day (approximately seven and a half hours) and starts at around one in the morning. In only two hours of trekking, you’ll reach the place where you can watch and take pictures of the magical sunrise. A shuttle will collect you from your accommodation to the base camp. Your guide takes care of the outdoor equipment (e.g., trekking poles, flashlight, first aid kit, cooking utensils, etc.), teaches you how to boil eggs or banana in volcano vents, and takes you through coffee plantations, hot springs, and the beautiful Kintamani village. What a lovely (and action-packed) tour it is!
10. Take photos in an epic seaside cliff location
The tour runs approximately 10 hours and takes you to dreamy locations in Nusa Penida, an island endowed with gorgeous rock formations, magnificent water cascades, and epic ocean coves. You will not run short of stunning backdrops for your social media photos. The island lies southeast of Bali and is relatively difficult to explore on your own. This private tour offers pick-up from your hotel in Bali and conveniently takes you to neat places in Nusa Penida.
Book Tours : Bali Private Tours & Guide Photographer
Make memories in Bali
Many who have come to Bali say they will go back for more fun memories. Some tourists fall in love with Bali so much that they choose to stay in the paradise-like island for good. The island is serenely beautiful as it is culturally rich. Make your memories in Bali last. Choose to spend your vacation booking the best Airbnb experiences in Bali, Indonesia.
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