You’ll make coconut oil by hand. In a small village called Delodsema north of Ubud (Taro area), this private class turns a simple ingredient into a real, family-run skill. I like that it’s not staged in a workshop. You’re learning the traditional process in a working home setting.

Two things I really appreciate: it’s hands-on all the way through, and the teaching is paced so you understand what’s happening at each step. You also get time to slow down with village life in between coconut-oil work, not just “finish and leave.”

The main thing to consider is logistics: you’re outside central Ubud. Transportation from Ubud central costs IDR 350k round trip (there’s also an upgrade for round-trip transfers), so it’s smart to plan your day around the drive.

Key highlights before you go

• A private, at-home experience with only your group in the family space in Delodsema Village
• Traditional coconut oil making using the Balinese process, with the work taking more than 1–1.5 hours
• Coconut scrub massage while the oil is processing, so you’re relaxing as you wait
• Village life moments like seeing a traditional Balinese house and learning what daily life looks like here
• Take-home souvenir oil made during the session, plus Balinese snacks and welcome tea/coffee

Delodsema Village: the calm north of Ubud you come for

This experience starts in Delodsema Village, in the Taro area near Tegallalang, about north of Ubud. The setting is very “real village life,” not a slick tourist stop. It’s described as a small community, with around 50 families living there, which helps explain why the day feels intimate.

You’ll meet at Jl. Taman Gajah, Taro (Tegallalang), Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561. The activity ends back at the same meeting point, so you’re not sent on a long loop through town. If you choose the upgrade with transfers, you can skip the back-and-forth logistics from central Ubud.

Once you arrive, you’re welcomed with fresh herbal tea or coffee and Balinese cookies. That simple start matters. It gives you a few minutes to settle in before hands-on work begins. One recent guest noted a welcome that included Putu (Kadek’s wife) as part of the day’s hospitality, with Kadek helping with transport from their hotel. Even if your exact pickup setup varies, expect a similar friendly, family-to-family greeting.

This is also a great format if you’re traveling as a couple, as a solo visitor, or with kids. It’s hands-on and tactile, so it doesn’t feel like you’re sitting through a lecture.

What you actually learn: making Balinese coconut oil the traditional way

The heart of the day is making coconut oil through the traditional Balinese method. The oil-making itself takes more than 1 to 1.5 hours, and that time is part of the experience. Coconut oil isn’t a quick “demo.” You’ll follow along through the real steps, with explanations given clearly.

I like how the class is set up around understanding the process, not rushing to the end result. You’re working with tools and equipment provided for the session, and you get your own Balinese sarong to wear during the activity. You also get free Wi‑Fi, which can be handy if you need to coordinate with family later or upload a quick photo from the village.

At the end, you take your coconut oil home as a souvenir. That’s a big difference from many cultural classes where you leave with a story and maybe a tiny craft. Here, you leave with something you can use, share, or gift—plus the satisfaction of making it yourself.

One more nice detail from real participant stories: people sometimes get to try simple tasks like peeling coconuts, even if it’s a bit awkward at first. If you like learning with your hands, this is the right style of activity.

Relax during the wait: coconut scrub massage and village life

While the coconut oil is processing, you don’t just sit there. You get a coconut scrub massage, which adds a relaxing rhythm to the day. It also keeps the experience from feeling like only one long production step.

After the massage, you’ll explore local life—how people live, what a traditional Balinese house looks like, and what daily rhythms look like in a small village. This is the part that often becomes the best memory. You get to see ordinary life up close instead of only experiencing “performance Bali.”

Small moments can pop up too. In one story, the host family shared fresh fruit from trees and helped feed the chickens. That kind of lived-in interaction is hard to manufacture, and it’s exactly why a village-based class feels more honest than a city workshop.

If you’re traveling with kids, this part works well because it gives them visual and hands-on things to look forward to. You’re not just explaining; you’re showing.

Optional silversmithing: adding a second craft souvenir

If you want a bigger “craft day,” there’s an option to include a silversmithing class. The goal is a unique souvenir you make during the extra session. People who added this option were happy with it, especially if they already enjoy craft work or want one more activity beyond coconut oil.

This can be a good choice if you’re traveling with someone who likes art and making things by hand. It also balances out the day: coconut oil is earthy and practical; silversmithing leans more decorative and precise.

Just be aware that adding anything extra can stretch your timeline. The coconut oil part alone already takes time because the oil is actually being made, not just shown.

Price and value: is $27 for a private class fair?

At $27 per person, you’re paying for a private, family-run, hands-on experience with tangible take-home value: your coconut oil. In practice, this feels like good value because you’re not only buying instruction—you’re buying the time, the tools, the welcome refreshments, and the full process that takes over an hour.

You also get more than one component in the session:

• coffee and/or herbal tea
• Balinese cookies and snacks
• coconut scrub massage
• a sarong
• equipment and guidance for making the oil
• your finished coconut oil to take home

The only clear extra cost you might face is transportation. The info states that transport from central Ubud is charged at IDR 350k round trip. If you upgrade for transfers, you’ll remove that friction, but it’s still something to budget for.

If you like structured activities with real results, this is worth it. If you only want a quick photo stop, it’s probably too hands-on and too slow for that style of trip.

Practical tips: how to plan your day smoothly

This is a mobile ticket experience and it’s private, so you can plan with less guesswork than group tours. Still, think about timing. The oil-making work takes more than 1–1.5 hours, and you’ll also do massage and village exploring. That means it’s easy to feel rushed if you stack it right before another far-away activity.

Because you’re in Taro/Tegallalang area, I suggest building it into a day when you’re already okay with being north of Ubud. If your schedule is tight, choose the transfer upgrade so you’re not negotiating transport mid-day.

Wear clothes you’re comfortable getting a little messy in. Even if you’re not guaranteed to get oily, coconut and scrub are tactile activities. I also like that a sarong is provided, which helps you avoid the “what should I wear?” stress.

If you enjoy small details, show up a bit curious. One of the strengths of this kind of class is learning how rural life works: what people do, what their houses look like, and how traditions fit into everyday routines.

Should you book this coconut oil class in Delodsema?

Book it if you want a real, family-run Bali experience with a clear outcome. You’ll make something you can take home, relax with a coconut scrub massage, and learn in a village setting just north of Ubud.

Skip it if you’re short on time and can’t handle the travel outside central Ubud. Also skip it if you’re not into hands-on work. This isn’t a “watch and snap photos” activity.

If you’re traveling with kids, couples, or solo, this format works well because it mixes making, relaxing, and walking around a real community.

FAQ

Where does the coconut oil class take place?

The class is in Delodsema Village, Taro (north of Ubud), at Jl. Taman Gajah, Taro, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561, Indonesia.

How long does the experience take?

It runs about 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.). The coconut oil making process itself takes more than 1 to 1.5 hours.

Is this experience private?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, so only your group participates.

What’s included in the price?

Included are Balinese coffee and/or herbal tea, Balinese cookies/snacks, tools and equipment for making coconut oil, free Wi‑Fi, a Balinese sarong, and you’ll take your coconut oil home.

Do I get to take coconut oil home?

Yes. You’ll leave with your coconut oil, made during the session.

Is transportation from Ubud included?

Transportation from Ubud central area is not included and is charged at IDR 350k round trip. There is an upgrade option for round-trip transfers from central Ubud.

Is there an option to add silversmithing?

Yes. You can upgrade to include a silversmithing class as an additional souvenir-making activity.

What happens during the session besides making oil?

Besides the coconut oil making, you’ll enjoy a coconut scrub massage and explore local village life, including a look at traditional Balinese houses.

What if I need to cancel?

Cancellation is free if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel within 24 hours of the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.