ALILA MOMENT
Caves & Crystals – A Sacred Journey to Goa Lawah and the Salt Fields
Venture to Goa Lawah, Bali’s sacred Bat Cave temple, before visiting Kusamba for a mesmerizing introduction to ancient salt-making. This journey blends spirituality and tradition with the raw beauty of East Bali’s coastal rituals.
Price
IDR 1,750,000++ per person
Duration
4 hours
Recommended Dress
Resort wear
Additional Details
Woman on monthly period are not allowed to enter the temple. On some special days in Bali, some areas are closed due to the ceremony in the temple.
Experience
This is a journey of duality—of earth and sea, spirit and labor. Discover the enchanting Goa Lawah, Bali’s sacred Bat Cave, just minutes from Alila Manggis. This mystical site blends nature and spirituality, with a temple guarding a cavern alive with thousands of bats. During the ceremony you’ll witness as the air hums with their wings, mingling with fragrant incense and the rhythmic chants of priests. Then continue to Kusamba’s coast, where sea salt is still harvested by hand in sunlit rituals passed down through generations. Walk the shimmering pans, speak with salt farmers, and witness the elemental process unfold. Along the way, you’ll discover that Bali’s soul is as much in its sacred sites as in its simplest, most enduring traditions.
Itinerary
Arrival and Blessings
Depart Alila Manggis and begin your journey with a scenic drive to Goa Lawah Temple, one of Bali’s most revered spiritual sites.
Enter the Cave Temple
Explore the Bat Cave sanctuary, observing the intricate stonework and vibrant offerings that connect Bali’s present to its past.
To the Edge of the Sea
Travel to Kusamba, where salt farmers work in harmony with tide and sun, using ancestral techniques to produce Bali’s famed sea salt.
Witness the Process
Walk through the salt pans, learn the steps from seawater to crystal, and engage with the people who carry on this elemental craft.
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Flavors of East Bali—A Culinary Encounter
From the garden to the open-air kitchen, learn the secrets of East Balinese cuisine. Harvest ingredients, grind spices, and prepare a traditional feast in a serene seaside setting.
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Mountain to Sea—Cycling Through a Living Tapestry
Cycle from the cool mountain village of Selat through rice paddies, snake fruit farms, and coastal paths, ending with a seaside picnic. A kinetic journey through East Bali’s vibrant, living landscape.
ALILA MOMENT
Roots of Tenganan – A Journey Through Bali Aga Culture
Cycle to the ancient Bali Aga village of Tenganan, where sacred traditions endure. Explore handwoven ikat, sip wild honey, and witness rituals that connect land, spirit, and craftsmanship in the island’s purest form.