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The Art of Balinese Fermentation: Arak & Salak Wine Daytrip
The Art of Balinese Fermentation: Arak & Salak Wine Daytrip
Uncover the secrets of Balinese fermentation in Desa Wisata Sibetan, Karangasem — the homeland of Salak Bali and traditional arak making.
This program combines learning and tasting: from exploring salak plantations to watching the arak distillation process and tasting local Salak Wine innovations.
Itinerary
09.00 – 09.30 : Welcome drink with Salak juice and short introduction.
09.30 – 10.30 : Walking tour through salak plantations and local farms.
10.30 – 11.30 : Arak workshop — fermentation and distillation demo + arak tasting (3 variants).
11.30 – 12.30 : Salak wine tasting — 2 local variants and innovation session.
12.30 – 13.00 : Cultural sharing on Tri Hita Karana philosophy and souvenir exchange.
13.00 : Closing and free time.
Included
- Welcome drink (Salak juice)
- Local guide & facilitator
- Arak fermentation and distillation workshop
- 3 arak tasting + 2 Salak Wine tasting
- Simple documentation
- Souvenir
Terms & Conditions
1. During the visit and tasting:
- Guests are expected to behave respectfully toward local producers and community.
- Please wear polite and modest clothing appropriate for cultural settings.
2. During the plantation and workshop session:
- Do not damage plants or equipment used in fermentation/distillation.
- Littering is not allowed.
3. Guests must follow local guide instructions and village regulations throughout the program.