Bali: Traditional Gamelan Music Class with Visit Gong Smith

Ubud, Indonesia

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn the rhythms of Bali with a hands-on gamelan (traditional Indonesian ensemble music) lesson in the peaceful village of Gulingan. Skip the crowds and dive into authentic local culture as you visit a traditional gong smith to see how each instrument is handmade and tuned. Then, join a private music session to play the island’s signature gongs, drums, and xylophones.. Refuel with local snacks and hot drinks between sessions, and leave with a deeper connection to Bali’s rich traditions—plus a new skill to take home.

Learn gamelan—Balinese gong, drum, and xylophone music—in the countryside
Enjoy a preliminary musical demonstration and choose your own instrument to play
Learn the basics then have fun harmonizing your instrument with the instructor
Two-way transfers from Sanur, Kuta, Seminyak, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua hotels

What's Included

Pick up and drop off from your hotel
English Speaking Licensed Guide service
All Entrance Fee
Goods and service tax
Conversational knowledge by local instructors
Professional and friendly local instructor and easy to understand
Refreshment and Balinese snacks (Mineral Water, Coffee or Tea with Balinese Rice Cake).
Insurance

Lunch (Selected Package)
Gratuities
Personal expenses

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up is available from most centrally located in Kuta, Legian, Tuban, Sanur, Denpasar, Jimbaran, Tanjung Benoa, and Nusa Dua areas. Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.

Meeting point

Kemenuh, Sukawati, Gianyar Regency, Bali, Indonesia

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Bali Budaya Cultural Village and Spiritual Journey

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 3 reviews

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A lovely time playing Gamelan

Kevin_T, Dec 2025

We had a lovely time playing the Gamelan and learning about the Hindu culture. The guide also took us to a Gamelan factory which was also very interesting.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely time playing the Gamelan and learning about Hindu culture. We are also pleased that the visit to the Gamelan factory added value to your experience and made it even more interesting. Your feedback truly means a lot to us and motivates our team to continue delivering meaningful cultural experiences. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another experience in Bali.