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Review Author: Simona
Review Date: 20 Sep 2026
Review Body: I had a wonderful experience taking part in the Canang Sari workshop. It was supposed to be a group activity, but I was the only participant that day, which actually made the experience feel even more personal and special. We learned how to make the Canang Sari using the traditional method, weaving coconut leaves and securing them with small pieces of bamboo. I really enjoyed learning about the meaning behind the different colours, their order, and the symbolism of the offerings and prayers. The workshop was supposed to last two hours, but it ended up lasting about two and a half hours. We made around 15 Canang Sari, and throughout the workshop I was given lots of explanations about Balinese Hindu traditions and culture. What I appreciated most is that it didn’t feel like a typical tourist activity at all. It felt genuine, relaxed and very informative, and I came away with a much better understanding of something I had been seeing everywhere in Bali. Highly recommended if you want to learn more about Balinese culture and experience something a little different. I highly recommend it
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Gurmit Kaur
Review Date: 10 Aug 2025
Review Body: We just had the most beautiful experience on 03 August 2025 with my Host a Sister group, joining this women-led Canang Sari workshop in Bali. From the moment we arrived at the welcoming Balinese family’s home, we were treated like friends. They dressed us in traditional Balinese attire, which instantly made the experience feel authentic and special. The workshop itself was inspiring, we learned step-by-step how to create Canang Sari, the daily offerings found all over Bali, while hearing about their deep spiritual meaning of gratitude and balance. The hosts were patient, knowledgeable, and so warm-hearted. The setting was peaceful, the flowers were vibrant, and the entire atmosphere felt sacred yet joyful. We even enjoyed light refreshments and lovely conversation throughout. If you’re looking for an authentic cultural experience that supports the local community, connects you to Balinese spirituality, and leaves you feeling inspired, I can’t recommend this enough. 🌸🙏
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Cynthia
Review Date: 06 Aug 2022
Review Body: I highly recommend this experience! When youÍre in Bali, youÍll see canang everywhere. ItÍs great to understand the process and intention that goes into making them. I appreciate Luh and her team as they are all amazing, beautiful people who bring so much knowledge and experience for you to learn from. Here you get to see different generations at work. From family traditions and mothers passing down teachings to daughters and granddaughters, to getting first hand experience of Balinese culture, this experience gives you a solid basis and insight into the beauty of Balinese people and culture. This experience is intimate and personalized so if you have any questions or want to know more, you can absolutely do so. You get to see some expert level canang making. But more beautifully, you get to experience a sense of community, support and love. I had so much fun and learned a great deal! I will definitely partake in this experience again!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Kim
Review Date: 28 Jun 2025
Review Body: The family is super welcoming, friendly and heartwarming: once you reach you get dressed in local clothing and you something to drink with local sweets. They explain about the daily house offerings and how to make them. In every step there is a clear instruction and background information. I did the Canang sari making with my almost 68 yr old fit mom and it was so sweet to see the grandma’s reaction to her. I would normally not have picked this kind of activity but because of my mom we choose this experience and i loved it!! I highly recommend Pranasanthi Yoga not only because of the heartwarming way they organise this but also to support local small businesses!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Kerry Lawless
Review Date: 09 Sep 2024
Review Body: This was, hands down, my FAVORITE thing we have done in Bali to date and we have been traveling around Bali for 2.5 months - so we have done ALOT. The family at Pranasanti Yoga is so incredibly kind and they are such authentic, genuine people. They taught us so much about Balinese culture and they were translating in English and French for everyone there. The offerings were so fun to make and to learn about and they also had some traditional Balinese snacks that I will now be dreaming about (mainly the fried banana and the sticky rice filled triangles). I cannot recommend this activity more. Thank you so much for such a wonderful morning Pranasanti Yoga!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Andreea
Review Date: 23 Apr 2025
Review Body: I absolutely loved this experience - even more so because it ended up being a private workshop, as I was the only one signed up at that time. I enjoyed it so much I’d gladly do it again. The atmosphere was serene and peaceful, and the young woman guiding the session was kind, warm, and explained the tradition and each step of the process with such grace. From learning the meaning behind the Canang Sari to tasting local sweets and sitting in the shade of a traditional Balinese home, every moment felt like a glimpse into daily life here - wrapped in a ritual that was quiet, beautiful, and almost otherworldly. Truly magical. Loved, loved, loved it!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Felicity Coutouvidis
Review Date: 07 Jun 2025
Review Body: We spent a wonderful morning at Pranasanti Yoga doing the Canang Sari workshop. On arrival at the beautiful little studio, we were welcomed with great hospitality, given delicious Balinese refreshments and dressed in a sarong and sash. The woman who came to take the workshop, with assistance from her grandmother, was such a beautiful soul, gentle and patient in her instruction and after preparing numerous canang saris, guided us through the traditional prayer ritual. It was certainly one of the highlights of our trip to Bali and can recommend to those wanting a true cultural experience in a delightful authentic location
Review rating: 5
Review Author: ShannonYYZ
Review Date: 15 Jul 2024
Review Body: I travelled extensively on my own as a young woman (30 yrs ago), and it’s this kind of experience that brings it all back. The class was intimate and we learned so much about the time and patience required in making the baskets and the significance of each element in Balinese culture. We learned “how to pray” the correct way and had the most amazing morning! I highly recommend this experience if you want to know more about Balinese culture - before it disappears. Apparently the you people prefer technology and are not interested in learning what may soon become a dying art form.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Michi Ross
Review Date: 24 Jun 2025
Review Body: I loved very much the atmosphere quiet and peaceful far from the jungle traffic,as the patience and calm of my teacher... I found everything perfect, materials, balinese dress and time organization... I have to say also that's a lot complicated make these canang sari as understand the correct disposition of all the flowers cause everything simbolizes something else so it's important for me that someone who knows explains it to me! Really fantastic experience that i highly recommend..keep patience and never stop trying 😍 Special thanks to Ita and Niha🫶
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Emelie Wechler
Review Date: 07 Apr 2024
Review Body: It is a very informative and spiritual experience. You learn all about different kinds of offerings and how to make them. Furthermore, while you prepare the offerings you have an enjoyable, casual chat with the instructor and she answers every question about their culture or anything that comes to mind. After finishing the crafting process you take part in a prayer, which was so calming. Overall, would recommend this experience. (Side note: definitely try the traditional desserts that they offer, they were really tasty)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Emelie Wechler
Review Date: 11 Apr 2024
Review Body: Awesome experience. Me and my friend did the free yoga course on wednesdays and it was great. All the equipment and water is provided and the instructor slowly leads you through different stretches and exercises, while also adjusting peoples performances. Slow start, challenging exercises during the main part and a slow, relaxing ending left me satisfied and with sore muscles on the next day. (There’s always alternative poses if it’s too hard for you too - so perfect for beginners) Highly recommended :)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Kalyani Venkatraman ( India)
Review Date: 30 Jun 2025
Review Body: The experience was surreal. The class was conducted in the family house of the host which made the experience very authentic. The grand mother and grand daughter duo were very welcoming, very humble, very patient during the class. Our conversation about Hindu rituals practiced in Bali and India were enlightening. They appreciated my outfit -- I came wearing a sarong and shirt from my culture. On the whole, a beautiful experience. It's worth it. They deliver all that is promised.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Sarah
Review Date: 21 Mar 2026
Review Body: Ooooh, it was so good! I was lucky to have a private Class! The girl who welcomed me was so nice, she spoke very good english! I got Balinese breakfast, wich i wasn’t exspecting, she gave good explanation and helped me with the canang sari when it was difficult! She also took nice pictures of me, she was so friendly! At the end, we used some canang sari and did some offering ceremony and praying together! It was so special and more than I expected! Very highly recommended!!! 🙏
Review rating: 5
Review Author: JASMIN
Review Date: 29 May 2023
Review Body: My heart always comes back to Bali and I like to bring new travellers along to experience this beautiful island. This was an amazing experience to appreciate the offerings on display. The ladies were amazing at teaching me and my friends and making us feel included in the normal daily process and gathering of making these offerings. It teaches you patience and love. Thank you again for sharing apart of your culture and inviting us in your home. Very memorable experience.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Shannon
Review Date: 14 Sep 2024
Review Body: One of the most powerful and spiritual experiences of my life. I did the Chanang Sari making paired with the Balinese Healing add on and I could not recommend it more. I had no idea the ways in which this experience would impact me. The women are so inspiring and informative, explaining to you the significance of the offering and how the skills of making it apply to our life at large. The healing session was everything I never knew I needed. Don’t hesitate, just sign up!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Charlotte Trudgill
Review Date: 31 Jan 2026
Review Body: What an incredible experience! This workshop provided a rare and authentic look into Balinese religious culture. Creating the offerings was meditative, and the insight into why they are made daily was eye-opening. The hosts were wonderful and made the ritual feel very accessible yet deeply sacred. I left with a much deeper appreciation for the local culture. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for a meaningful, hands-on cultural experience.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Rebecca Rose
Review Date: 14 Jul 2025
Review Body: This was so, so lovely! Highly recommend taking part in this experience - as a family with two young children it was amazing for them to be hands on and create the offerings - but equally, would have still taken part as just an adult group to learn all about what each part on the ceremony means. A highlight of the trip for sure! Such a peaceful morning, away from the madness of Ubud centre. If in any doubt - just book you won’t regret it.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Lisi
Review Date: 16 Oct 2023
Review Body: I had a really nice time making the Canang Sari with Suasthi. She is a very kind and open person and we had great conversations while making the offerings. I was able to ask anything I wanted to know about Indonesian and Balinese culture and learned a lot. In the end, we did a small ceremony to bless the offerings and ourselves, which felt very intimate. I would 100% recommend this workshop and will do it again once I'm back in Bali.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Benjamin
Review Date: 13 Jul 2025
Review Body: A Fabulous Morning Experience! We were a group of four this morning and had such a wonderful time. The activity was incredibly relaxing, deeply interesting, and truly enriching. Everything was very well explained, and we learned a lot while enjoying every moment. It was peaceful, meaningful, and beautifully organized. Simply put — a fabulous experience that we’ll all remember fondly. Highly recommended!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Melina
Review Date: 05 Feb 2026
Review Body: It was extremely interesting experience being invited into this space and seeing what they are doing for they daily life. We started with creating the boxes for the offering and then came decoration, flowers and then the ceremony to it. The host was really kind and told me about the whole history and meaning of every step. Thank you for showing me this side of Balinese culture, I really enjoyed it.
Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Balinese house tour & Canang making.
Itinerary Description: 08.00 am Arrive at meet point: Pranasanti Yoga Briefing 09.00 am Tour around the Balinese house and backyard Canang Making and introduction to the local community Coffee, tea and local sweets will be served
People seated around a shared craft table, listening and making decorations together during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Handmade floral arrangements with orange, blue and white flowers set in heart-shaped baskets during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Small group of women in an Indonesian craft workshop sit at a table folding and tying yellow fabric pieces together
Woman holding a decorated ceremonial tray of flowers and offerings outside an ornate doorway during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Workshop participant painting a carved stone statue in a tropical garden courtyard during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Smiling workshop participant lifting a tiered woven offering basket above her head during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Participants with guides’ hands arranging small palm-leaf sections into canang sari during a ceremony in Ubud
People seated around a shared craft table, listening and making decorations together during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Handmade floral arrangements with orange, blue and white flowers set in heart-shaped baskets during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Small group of women in an Indonesian craft workshop sit at a table folding and tying yellow fabric pieces together
Woman holding a decorated ceremonial tray of flowers and offerings outside an ornate doorway during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Workshop participant painting a carved stone statue in a tropical garden courtyard during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Smiling workshop participant lifting a tiered woven offering basket above her head during a creative workshop in Indonesia
Participants with guides’ hands arranging small palm-leaf sections into canang sari during a ceremony in Ubud
People seated on a temple veranda preparing canang sari offerings together during a Balinese family experience in Ubud
Balinese woman arranging canang sari offerings with flowers and incense in a garden courtyard, during a Ubud ceremony
Group of women posing in a Balinese temple courtyard with canang sari offerings during a Ubud, Bali workshop
Group seated in a Balinese temple pavilion with canang sari offerings on the altar and cushions, Ubud
Attendees seated in a Balinese temple praying with hands raised together during canang sari ceremony, Ubud
Hands building canang sari leaf baskets with colourful flowers on woven trays during a ceremony in Ubud
Balinese family and guests arranging canang sari offerings in a garden pavilion beside flower bowls, Ubud

Make Canang Sari with a Balinese Family in Ubud

Experience the art of Canang Sari with a Balinese family.
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Group size
Up to 12 guests
DURATION
2 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
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Group size
Up to 12 guests
Learn a sacred Balinese ritual with a local family.
This heartwarming two-hour experience takes you into a local Balinese family’s home in Ubud, where you’ll learn the spiritual art of making Canang Sari – the daily offerings you’ll see everywhere in Bali. Unlike other classes that simply teach you how to make the offering, this one dives into the “why” – the deeper meaning behind the tradition and the role it plays in daily life. You’ll not only learn from multiple generations of the same family, but you’ll also be welcomed as a guest in their home with genuine warmth. This experience is perfect for travellers who want to go beyond the surface, skip the tourist crowds, and get a more meaningful connection to Balinese spirituality and culture. It’s small, personal and hosted in a real family compound, so you’ll get to ask questions, hear stories, and really feel the love and sense of community. It's also a great fit for conscious travellers seeking respectful and authentic cultural exchanges. Visitors often say they come away with a deeper appreciation for Bali – not just because of what they learned, but because of the people they met.What to ExpectA 2-hour experience inside a real Balinese family homeLearn the meaning and tradition behind Canang Sari offeringsGet dressed in traditional Balinese attireTour the family’s home and garden, seeing how different generations live togetherMake your own Canang Sari offering with guidance from your hostsEnjoy tea, coffee, and local sweets while chatting with the familyGood to KnowThis is a join-in experience, but it’s kept small and personalStarts at 8am at the meeting point (Pranasanti Yoga)Wear comfortable clothes; traditional clothing will be provided for the experienceGreat for families, solo travellers or couples looking for a cultural deep dive

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What You’ll be Doing

Balinese house tour & Canang making.
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What’s Included

Get dressed in Balinese outfits
Canang Sari making experience
Refreshments

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Group Healing Retreat [Price Per Pax] (Rp621.010,35)
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Start Point

Meet-up at Pranasanti Yoga(Pranasanti Yoga, Jl. Anak Agung Rai, Indonesia)
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  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
08:00AM - 10:00AM

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  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

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Pranasanti was founded by a Balinese priestess, Manis. Born and raised in Bali, Manis is a trained “Jero” or Balinese priestess, who has responsibility in her local community to lead ceremonies. On becoming a Jero, she found her sensitivity to energy heightened, so turned to yoga and meditation to balance it. At Pranasanti, Manis and her team offer a variety of retreats, yoga and healing sessions. She tailors each session to the individual needs of her guests, and she creates a supportive and nurturing environment where people can relax, rejuvenate, and connect with their inner selves.
Experience: 11 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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