Escape the tourist crowds and discover the authentic rhythms of village life in East Java through this immersive full-day cultural and culinary experience in Kanigoro, Malang.
Step away from the usual tourist routes and spend a meaningful day experiencing the warmth, flavours, and everyday rhythms of village life in Kanigoro, Malang.
Your experience begins with a journey into the village, where you will be welcomed by the local community and introduced to the peaceful surroundings. Arrive at a local home and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink in the backyard garden, a relaxing space surrounded by greenery and the sounds of village life.
Next, join a hands-on traditional cooking class with our local hosts. Learn how to prepare several authentic Indonesian dishes using family recipes and fresh seasonal ingredients. Many of the ingredients are harvested directly from our own garden, allowing you to experience the journey from garden to kitchen. You will also prepare a traditional herbal drink (jamu) using locally grown herbs and natural ingredients while learning about their traditional uses.
Finally, sit down together to enjoy the delicious lunch you have prepared, share conversations with your hosts, and experience the warmth of genuine village hospitality.
Next, cycle through scenic countryside roads and rice fields, enjoying breathtaking rural landscapes rarely seen by visitors. Along the way, meet local farmers and villagers, learn about traditional agricultural practices, and gain insight into the close relationship between the community and the land then if we have lucky wheater we will enjoy sunset in the middle of our rice fields.