Bali is considered to be an island of artists; it’s dominated by Hinduism, a strong tradition, friendly and hospitable locals, green rice fields, mighty volcanoes, beautiful beaches … This is a place between dreams and eternity. Don’t miss this unique experience of exploring a tropical paradise with Nagual Uchu and coming in touch with the most sublime energies of our planet. Bali is considered to be an island of artists; it’s dominated by Hinduism, a strong tradition, friendly and hospitable locals, green rice fields, mighty volcanoes, beautiful beaches … This is a place between dreams and eternity. Don’t miss this unique experience of exploring a tropical paradise with Nagual Uchu and coming in touch with the most sublime energies of our planet.
When: 7. 1. – 21. 1. 2020
Group: Limited. We’ll take from 10 to 25 people.
Travel time: You need 15 days for the whole trip.
Guided by: Lado ROT, a world traveler in love with Indonesia, Nagual Uchu and Tadeja
Sign up to: info@lifetime-experience.com
Contact: 00386 41 377 030
Shamanism is the earliest spiritual practice known to mankind. It teaches us that everything in existence is alive and has a spirit, we are all connected in “the great web of life”. We are part of Mother Nature, not standing over and above it. Shamanism is a generous, loving path of caring for one another and for nature.
For many years we have been taking groups on transformative spiritual journeys and retreats into nature. This time, we have prepared a special opportunity for you to spend 14 days on magical Bali with Nagual Uchu. We will shamanically explore and sense ancient energies and wisdom of this paradise island. We have prepared a rich program for you, which will include at least 6 workshops, a satsang (spiritual gathering) and two ceremonies – a water ceremony and a fire ceremony. We will focus on feeling nature, getting to know local culture and on our inner journeys that will be supported by the strong spiritual energies of this particular place.
Nagual Uchu’s workshops and ceremonies will be integrated into the program so that they coincide with the energies of the places where we are going. Together we will connect with the ancient, primeval, telluric energies of the island and will honor it with a water ceremony (blessing of the water) and a fire ceremony and an offering (celebration of life).
Nagual Uchu does not follow a fixed program. He sees and reads the energy of the group and of the individuals and adapts the program according to the group’s best interest. Workshops are in English. Translation from English to Slovene is provided to those who might need it.
WHO IS NAGUAL UCHU
Nagual Uchu comes from Latin America. He learned and practiced shamanism mostly in Mexico, Peru and Brazil where he lived with the Indians. He was once part of Carlos Castaneda’s circle and worked closely with Merilyn Tunneshende (the nagual Woman from don Juan’s circle). He spent years travelling all around the world, living in India and among African and Siberian shamans, gaining rich experience in working with energies.
He combined and integrated ancient knowledge and techniques into Urban-Modern Shamanism which is applicable in 21st century in our everyday lives. For more than 20 years Uchu has been teaching and coaching ancient shamanic techniques all over the world. He is currently active in Europe.
PROGRAM OF THE TRIP:
DAY 1 – Flight from Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport towards Bali with a short stopover with one of the most comfortable airlines in the world, Turkish Airlines.
DAY 2 – Arrival to Bali, the island of thousands of temples, in the evening. From the airport we’ll drive towards the city of artists, which have become the junction point of all the events on the island over the years. The one and the only city of Ubud is the cultural heart and soul of Bali. It became known with the book “Eat, Pray, Love” and film with the same title starred by Julia Roberts. The name comes from the Balinese word “ubad,” which means a medicine – in the beginning the city was an important source of medicinal herbs. Bali is a place where dreams become reality. After a welcome drink and a dinner, we’ll hang out in the best company. Overnight stay.
DAY 3 – We’ll start a day with a delicious breakfast. Then we’ll visit the local market and experience the lively city, explore the streets with shops, art galleries … Afterwards we’ll visit the forest of the monkeys where we’ll see cunning monkeys – macaques. We’ll finish the day with the traditional Balinese dances. Overnight.
DAY 4 – After an abundant breakfast we’ll take the time for our first tropical relaxing experience, swimming in the pool, excellent food and a workshop with Uchu. We’ll admire the temples and try to feel the true pulse of the city and hang out with friendly locals. We’ll also visit very important events held for the locals in the city. Overnight.
DAY 5 – After breakfast we’ll drive to a hidden waterfall, the Tegenungan Waterfall, located near the city of Ubud. There we’ll refresh ourselves and rest our eyes. Then we’ll drive to the well-known rice terraces, Tagelang, offering wonderful views over the valley of rice fields. At a breath-taking viewpoint we’ll have a drink and an interesting and inspiring ceremony with Uchu and Tadeja. Before returning to Ubud, we’ll take a walk through paradise tropical gardens and coffee plantations. We’ll enjoy the delights of this truly unique island, which didn’t get the name the Island of the Gods for nothing.
The peak of the day will be a tasting of truly unique and most expensive coffee in the world, Kopi Luwak, which comes with a very special story. Return to Ubud. In the evening, we’ll hang out with the locals in one of the many local bars.
DAY 6 – After breakfast we’ll say goodbye to Ubud and drive to the hilly heart of the island covered by vast green rice terraces surrounded by palm trees. We’ll explore a wonderful volcanic region.
We’ll discover picturesque rice terraces of Jatiluwih, which are under the UNESCO protection. We’ll continue our trip to Lake Danau Bratan, where we’ll visit one of the most important temples on the island, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan. It’s dedicated to the goddess of water, Dewi Danu, and is located on a small island on Lake Bratan. We’ll stop at a beautiful viewpoint of Tamblingan and at the double lake of Buyan. Afterwards, we’ll visit the Gitgit Waterfalls and drive to Lovina after lunch. We’ll complete this perfect day by visiting the natural hot springs of Banjar, where we’ll relax and enjoy relaxing our bodies. In the evening, we’ll hang out with Uchu on the beach. Overnight in Lovina.
DAY 7 – A morning trip with local catamarans to see wild dolphins. (With a prior agreement it’s possible to enjoy swimming with dolphins in a dolphinarium). Transport to Padang Bai: exploring the village, swimming and relaxing on white sandy beaches, snorkeling. Diving is also possible. A workshop with Uchu on the beach. Overnight.
DAYS 8-11 – A ride by speedboats to the paradise islands of Gili, swimming, snorkeling, excellent food, cycling, diving, and workshops with Uchu.
DAY 12 – Return to Bali. Last shopping and a farewell party. Overnight.
DAY 13 – In the end, we’ll visit the most well-known temple on the island, Tanah Lot, and explore the lively Kuta. We’ll enjoy in our last Indonesian meal and drive to the airport full of new impressions and knowledge. Night flight to Europe.
DAY 14 – After a short stopover in Istanbul, we’ll land at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport in the morning.
Price: 2200 EUR
Additional information:
The price includes:
- Airplane tickets with all taxes (upon a timely check-in at least three months before departure)
- All transports in the program in a small bus and vans
- Accommodation in double rooms with breakfasts in hotels, bungalows and traditional houses
- Slovenian guidance
- Workshops and ceremonies with Uchu and Tadeja
- All entrance fees, tours and trip included in the program
- Lunch (10 times) and dinner (12 times)
- Organization of the trip
- Gift: beside this mystical experience, each traveler receives a special present, which will stay with you forever.
Not included in the price:
- Possible extra visits and activities of your choice (swimming with dolphins, rafting, elephant riding, visiting a butterfly farm, snorkeling, diving …)
- Single room 330 € / person
- Tourist insurance with Coris assistance 10 € (for a group of at least 7 people) or 16.50 € (individually). Other insurances (cancellation etc).
- Possible extra payment for airplane tickets with late booking.
Documents: For the trip you need a passport, which have to be valid at least six months after the end of the trip. We recommend you to scan your passport and send the scan to your e-mail address. In case of loss or theft of your documents this will be very helpful.
Since 2015 Slovenian citizens no longer need a visa for tourist trips up to 30 days.
Local time: In Bali they are seven hours ahead of us.
Health: Bali is the most touristic part of Indonesia and more organized than the rest of the country; for this reason, there’s no major health risk. We’ll travel through inhabited places with good local medical care and medicines available in pharmacies. We’ll sleep in nice and clean accommodations.
Indonesia is still a Third World country at the Equator and there are some food rules for us:
- Water from the waterworks isn’t potable, bottled water is available everywhere.
- Ice in beverages should be avoided.
- Fruits have to be peeled before eating.
No vaccination is mandatory. You can find more information on this website: http://www.zdravinapot.si/destinacije/jugovzhodna-azija/indonezija.
Safety: Indonesia is very safe. The local people are peaceful, friendly and open to tourists.
However, be careful especially in tourist resorts and crowded places, for example in markets, where pickpockets like to take advantage of the crowd.
Money: Currency is the Indonesian rupee (IDR). 1 EUR = cca. 16.000 IDR. You will need cash for small payments. The euro can be exchanged for the Indonesian rupee at the airport, in banks and exchange offices. It’s recommended to exchange the money in official exchange offices.
Remember to save the exchange receipt until leaving the country.
Credit cards are accepted only in big shops in cities and in hotels. We still recommend you to check with your bank if your credit card can be used in Asia.
Additional costs: Indonesia is an affordable country. In comparison to Slovenia, the food is cheaper for about a half, however, the prices of alcoholic beverages are comparable to our prices.
There won’t be many additional costs, only for drinks, shopping, souvenirs or any additional activities.
Weather: We’ll travel to Bali during the winter period. However, we expect nice and warm weather, some afternoon showers are possible. We expect temperatures between 25 and 32 degrees Celsius.
Clothes: Unlike most of Indonesia, Bali is NOT a Muslim island. Nevertheless, we recommend you to wear clothes covering your shoulders, cleavage and knees (T-shirts, 3/4 trousers, skirts over the knees, light cotton clothes) when visiting temples, airports and other religious or official spaces. By respecting local culture we’ll gain respect of the locals.
Accommodation: Accommodations have been selected carefully. We’ll sleep in double rooms.
Are you traveling alone, but wouldn’t like to pay extra for a single room? Let us know when signing up that you would like to share a room with another person. If we find a roommate for you, you won’t need to pay extra for a single room.
Telephone and Internet: The dialing number from Indonesia to Slovenia is 00386 + telephone number without the first 0). The dialing number from Slovenia to Indonesia is 0062 + telephone number (without the first 0). Usually, Slovenian cell phones work properly in Indonesia. It’s cheaper to communicate via the Internet, Wi-Fi is available for free in most accommodations.
Electricity: The electrical voltage is 220 V. They have the same sockets as in Slovenia.
Tips are not mandatory, but the locals will be very happy to get some.
Is it possible to pay for the trip in several installments? Of course. This makes sense when signing up early several months before the trip.
Will we meet before the trip? We’ll meet about a month before the trip. At the meeting, we’ll present the program of the trip in detail and answer all your questions.
How do I sign up?
THE TRIP IS CONFIRMED.
Just send us an e-mail to info@lifetime-experience.com with your personal details: name and surname (as it is stated in your passport!), permanent address of residence, date of birth and phone number, on which you are available.
For additional information you can also contact Tadeja Škorja: arianasyard@gmail.com
After receiving your personal details, we’ll send an invoice for a prepayment to your e-mail address ( 600 €). You confirm signing up for the trip by sending a prepayment of 600 EUR to our bank account. In case we do not have enough people to confirm the trip, we will refund prepayment. Once the trip is confirmed, we will send you an invoice for the remaining sum, and start booking flights and accomodations. After the trip is confirmed, the prepayment is NOT refundable. The remaining sum has to be paid at least one month before the beginning of the trip. We recommend you to insure the trip (independently) to cover the risk of cancellation.
Please, settle the invoice to our bank account: IBAN SI56 6100 0002 0836 529, open at Delavska hranilnica, d. d. (Swift/BIC: HDELSI22), purpose Bali, in the reference field write the date (for example 00 07-01-2020), purpose code: SCVE, recipient: Lifetime experience, zavod za konjeniški in doživljajski turizem, Ig
In case any of the program leaders cannot attend the journey due to force majeure, the trip is carried out nevertheless, adapting the program to the remaining leaders and guides. In case Nagual Uchu does not participate due to the force majeur the participants will be entitled to a refund of 200 €.
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