Village Children Artists and Leaders

Village Children Artists and Leaders

Inspired Village Adventures provide conscious travelers with an invaluable opportunity to venture far beyond the beaten paths of Bali, to discover the local rural village life, and to be inspired by the beauty and creativity of Balinese culture. These adventures also support and incentivize local communities to keep and maintain their ancestral lands and sustainable way of living.

We will learn about sustainable agriculture and rural Innovation by traveling to the homes of farmers, fishermen,and villagers in remote parts of West Bali to meet with farmers and learn how they care for their crops. Through this experience, we hope to be more connected with rural communities of Bali, the agrarian way of life in Bali, and our relationship between our physical and spiritual selves and Mother Nature.

Itinerary

A Preschool in West Bali
Paud Cemara Kasih is an award-winning preschool with a highly innovative curriculum for children living around Negara City. Join the children in their activities from singing to art making. Learn how this school stimulates entrepreneurship, creativity, and the development of life skills such as cooking and farming for children.

The Making of Songket
Balinese sockets are a beautiful time-honored tradition. Ketut Widi and his wife Dr. Wayan are social entrepreneurs who are working to preserve this art that is on the verge of cultural extinction. Observe how songkets are made.Try your hand at it.

Life of A Village Leader
Village governance is focused on maintaining and preserving ancient customs and philosophy that have sustained the culture for over 1500 years. Have lunch with Wayan, a popular Balinese village leader, and talk about village governance and community life. We will also have the opportunity to learn about his passion for Balinese jewelry making and to see his collection of gemstone rings.

Macegur Waterfall
Enjoy nature in the authentic local way. We will visit a waterfall in the midst of a jungle. relaxing swim or reconnect with Mother Nature