Bali - Art, Culture & Creativity - 14 Days

Traditional Skills, Meet Modern World
Unique Expression and Identity in Indonesia's Cultural Treasure

Bali is unique in its spirituality, its religion and its artistic expression. Culture and tradition is woven into everyday life. Find out why and learn from those who maintain its cultural heritage

Discover Baliโ€™s creative spirit on a 14-day journey through art, performance, and design. From intricate mask carving and traditional gamelan music to temple dances and contemporary crafts, youโ€™ll explore how creativity flows through every part of Balinese culture and industry.

Guided by local artists, performers, and makers, you wonโ€™t just watch, youโ€™ll take part. Learn directly through workshops, performances, and collaborative projects that put you at the heart of Baliโ€™s vibrant creative scene. Along the way, youโ€™ll see how art connects communities, powers local industries, tells timeless stories, and preserves cultural identity while inspiring new forms of expression.

Themes: Art | Pottery | Wood Carvingย  | Dance | Clothing | Balinese Theatre | Gamelan Music

At a Glance...
  • Culture, Art & Creatives – A deep dive into the unique artistic island of Indonesia.
  • Timeframe:ย 14 days
  • Team Size:ย 16-20 + local mentors and leaders. Join a group of likeminded people interested in social enterprise
  • Accommodation Style:ย  Jungle Camp + Hotel + Community Homestay
  • Impact:ย Travel that supports local communities through our CARE approach
  • Includes:ย Accommodation, breakfasts and evening meals, workshops, site visits, cultural excursions, domestic travel, 24/7 support.
  • Programme Fee:ย  ยฃ1595 for 14 days
  • Funding:ย Turing Scheme grants availableโ€ฆ see our Funding Guide
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What You'll Experience
Some Of Your Bali Highlights..

This is a fun and engaging journey into Baliโ€™s creative world, meeting artists, performers, and innovators who use culture and expression to inspire connection and change.

Through workshops, performances, site visits, and hands-on collaborations, youโ€™ll explore how traditional and contemporary art forms shape identity, preserve heritage, and drive social impact. Itโ€™s an experience that expands your horizons, builds your confidence, and connects you to global perspectives youโ€™ll carry into your creative practice, studies, career, and life.

1. ๐Ÿฅ Artistic Traditions

The entire program is centred on exploring Bali’s famous performance and art heritage as a primary focus. You’ll see this everyday in Bali, but we dive into the theory, the history and the relevance from those who live and breathe it.

2. ๐ŸŒบ Lifestyle

Live in a traditional Balinese village, sharing daily experiences and unique moments with the community that frame the skills and traditions you are learning about. Take part in unique cultural activities from batik painting, gamelan, wood carving and more.

3. ๐Ÿ‘ฃ Creative Expression

Go beyond the classroom with studio visits, hands-on workshops, and learning directly from Balinese artists and performers. Hear their stories, experience their craft, and gain unique insights into how creativity shapes culture and community.

4. โ›ฐ๏ธ Balance and Wellbeing

Make use of your time in Bali experiencing some of its highlights. Participate in wellbeing practices like yoga, alongside active adventures like hiking, swimming and visiting beaches and waterfalls.

5. ๐ŸŒŠ See more of Bali

This experience is crafted authentically for you to see the real Bali, traveling to areas untouched by tourism. There’s no sugar-coating of national challenges, we want you to get a real-experience, this isn’t your normal Bali trip!

6. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Authentic Depth

Tourism is the major industry in Bali and often art and performance are commercialised… we want to show you the real deal, away from the crowds and the busy shows.

Why Join an Expedition to Bali?

Open to all students, whether you study engineering, architecture. sustainability, social sciences, or are simply curious about how engineering will continue to shape our world, this expedition blends learning with culture, adventure, and unforgettable experiences.

  • Experience โ€“ Dive into Balinese life, culture and art.
  • Career Exposure โ€“ Connect with founders, explore ideas, build your CV
  • Adventure โ€“ Hike rice terraces, snorkel reefs, and explore Baliโ€™s beauty.
  • Impactโ€“ Discover how social businesses tackle local challenges.
  • Skills โ€“ Boost confidence, creativity, teamwork, and adaptability.
  • Memories โ€“ Unique cultural experiences, new friends and new perspectives.
  • Global Outlookโ€“ Connect Baliโ€™s innovations to global issues

Come with curiosity and an open mind and leave with new skills, lasting memories, and inspiration.

Your Journey in Bali ๐ŸŒบ
Adventure, Culture, Experience..
1. Welcome to Bali!
Arrive on the Island of the Gods. Our friendly team will greet you at the airport and take you to your welcome hotel. Settle in, acclimatise to the tropical climate, and unwind. In the evening, join a group briefing to get to know your team and prepare for the journey ahead.
2. Briefing
After arriving in Bali, you'll travel straight to Bali's beautiful coastline, undertaking a program briefing and team building in Sanur and Karangasem. Here, you will get to know your team, acclimatize and learn about the program ahead.
3. Ubud
Ubud will be your main base throughout the experience, and you will be living in a traditional village in a BnB style homestay. Your team will arrive, have a traditional welcome and get familiar with traditional balinese life.
4. Balinese Life
Settling into your homestay is a major aspect of the experience. Participate in daily life: join ceremonies, cook local dishes, learn music, crafts, and discover the importance of community in Balinese wellbeing. Every day offers a new cultural exchange and deeper connection with your host family.
5. Modern Art
Learn about age-old traditions that remain an integral part of the island's identity today. Interwoven into the everyday, you''ll learn directly from communities in a story telling culture about the philosophy of theatre, music and dance to Bali's way of life.
6. Adventure Trips
Head to Bali's scenic north coast where you will enjoy snorkeling and trekking in an area largely untouched by mass tourism. See an incredible sunset at the summit of Kintamani, a volcano in the north.
7. Showcase
Don't think that you're going to join an Art and Performance immersion program and get away with not performing what you have learnt... we make sure you get engaging experience with the arts as you show your host community what you've got!
8. Beach Reflection
Return to the calm shores of Sanur for your final debrief. Reflect on the enterprises, ideas, and change-makers youโ€™ve encountered, and share insights with your team. Consider how to apply these lessons of ethical leadership, innovation, and purpose to your future studies, career, and personal journey. Celebrate your final evening together by the sea.
9. Farewell To Bali
Say goodbye to your team, local partners, and the island that welcomed you so warmly. Leave with lasting memories, meaningful connections, and a new perspective on ethical enterprise, culture, and global citizenship, ready to carry forward into your next chapter.
Gain Global Skills & Experience
Purpose, Adventure & Impact

A major focus of this experience is allowing you to experience something that is completely different, to immerse you in a completely different lifestyle and learn about how it has been expressed for hundreds of years. This is a life changing adventure, which is designed to be engaging and fun, but we also want you to have plenty of takeaways…

Developing soft skills is a natural part of taking on an experience like this, but we also want to give you the opportunity to develop professionally too. Through experiential activities, action projects, discussions, and team reflection, you’ll explore the topic of art and performance in an unfamiliar environment, making you stand out to future employers. Read more about your learning outcomes below.

What You'll Gain

Through this journey you will:

  • Cultural Fluency โ€“ This entire program focuses on culture and understanding different perspectives.
  • Build Key Skills โ€“ Strengthen creativity, teamwork, adaptability, and cultural intelligence.
  • Think Globally โ€“ Understand how local entrepreneurship connects to global challenges.
  • Learn by Doing โ€“ Collaborate on action challenges that tackle real-world issues.
  • Embrace Adventure โ€“ Experience Baliโ€™s diverse landscapes and scenery.
  • Grow Personally โ€“ Reflect and return with fresh perspectives, skills and purpose.

Return with unique memories, career boosting experiences and a shared adventure with new friends.

Learning Outcomes

1. Intercultural Awareness & Global Citizenship

  • Develop an appreciation of Balinese creativity as a cultural language โ€” expressed through art, music, dance, design, and performance.

  • Gain cross-cultural communication skills by learning directly from Balinese artists, artisans, and performers, and by engaging in collaborative workshops and projects.

  • Understand how artistic traditions and cultural philosophies such as Tri Hita Karana shape identity, community life, and creative innovation.

2. Personal Growth & Self-Reflection

  • Build confidence by stepping into unfamiliar creative practices โ€” from mask carving and batik painting to gamelan performance and contemporary art.

  • Strengthen adaptability, openness, and resilience through collaborative team projects that challenge you to create, present, and reflect together.

  • Cultivate empathy and intercultural awareness by comparing your own creative identity with Balinese approaches to expression, symbolism, and community storytelling.

3. Employability & Transferable Skills

  • Enhance teamwork, leadership, and collaboration by co-creating performances, exhibitions, and creative projects alongside Balinese mentors.

  • Develop practical skills in creativity, problem-solving, and intercultural communication โ€” directly transferable to professional and academic contexts.

  • Demonstrate global perspective and versatility to future employers through engagement with creative industries, cultural enterprises, and community-based arts initiatives.

4. Academic & Career Alignment

  • Link academic study with lived experience in areas such as art, design, anthropology, cultural studies, psychology, or creative industries.

  • Understand the role of the arts in global challenges โ€” from cultural preservation and identity to mental health, social wellbeing, and sustainability.

  • Strengthen career readiness by applying creative practice in intercultural contexts, and by showcasing cultural intelligence and applied learning.

5. Connection to Culture & Creativity

  • Experience the flow of Balinese creativity through daily workshops in painting, dance, music, craft, and design.

  • Learn how traditional arts are preserved, adapted, and reimagined within modern cultural industries and global tourism.

  • Explore how creativity connects people, tells stories, and sustains cultural identity while generating livelihoods and inspiring innovation.

6. Reflection & Lifelong Impact

  • Engage in structured reflection and creative debriefs, connecting artistic practice with personal growth, academic learning, and future career pathways.

  • Translate your experience into portfolio pieces, presentations, and applied skills that highlight resilience, teamwork, and cultural engagement.

  • Build lasting networks with Balinese artists, peers, and mentors โ€” fostering continued collaboration and intercultural exchange beyond the programme.

Local Knowledge
Learn From Local Changemakers

Think Pacific teams up with inspiring artists, performers, and creative collectives across Bali โ€” from traditional craft masters and temple dancers to contemporary designers and community arts groups. These changemakers use creativity as a force for connection, identity, and cultural preservation.

Youโ€™ll step inside their world, hear the stories behind their work, explore the challenges they face, and see first-hand how tradition and innovation come together to keep Baliโ€™s creative spirit alive while inspiring new generations.

Global Learning
Expand Your Experience

Dive into creative team projects where youโ€™ll experiment with new art forms, adapt to different perspectives, and collaborate on fresh ideas. Along the way, youโ€™ll build transferable skills that go far beyond the programme. From teamwork and leadership to cross-cultural communication, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking. These experiences boost your confidence, enhance your portfolio or CV, and give you real-world examples to share in interviews, essays, or future career opportunities.

Youโ€™ll finish by presenting your creative reflections as a group, sparking conversations that add value for local artists and collectives while inspiring new directions for your own personal and career journey.

GLOBAL Framework

Guided by our Think GLOBAL Learning Framework.

Through immersive activities, workshops, and cultural excursions.

Here is the unique six-step framework that forms the basis for your learning journey in Bali

  1. Gather โ€“ Travel in a team of up to 20 others. Arrive open-minded and curious
  2. Learnย โ€“ Immerse yourself in daily life and shared experiences.
  3. Observe โ€“ Look beyond the surface to see new perspectives and approaches
  4. Buildย โ€“ Connect with people and cultures in meaningful ways.
  5. Applyย โ€“ Use what you learn to grow personally and professionally.
  6. Leadย โ€“ Carry your new perspectives home and create change.

Itโ€™s designed to help you connect deeply, reflect meaningfully, and transform real-world experience into skills that you can adopt for your personal and professional future.

Learn More About Immersive Learning
Deeply Rooted, Sustainable & Locally Led
Travel That Supports Local Communities

Each experience is designed to benefit not only students but also Baliโ€™s communities, culture, and environment. Every journey we design is built on regenerative principles: empowering communities, promoting local priorities, and celebrating culture with respect. By joining us, youโ€™re not just travelling, youโ€™re investing in local jobs, fuelling small local enterprises, protecting traditions, and contributing to a more regenerative form of travel.

๐Ÿ’š Positive Local Impact

Every Adventure is Guided by Our Core Principles

  • Respect culture, traditions, and local leadership
  • Collaborate with communities on their own goals
  • Support local jobs, enterprises, and economies
  • Align with national priorities and development plans
  • Protect ecosystems and the natural environment
  • Inspire conscious, curious, and responsible travellers
  • Regenerate โ€” going beyond sustainability
  • Put people and purpose before profit
  • Listen to community voices at every step
  • Empower local people through genuine partnership

When you travel with us, you connect deeply, learn from new cultures, and know your journey creates lasting positive impact.

Learn More About Our Purpose And Positive Impact
Specific Positive Impacts For Bali Of This Experience

๐ŸŒบ How Our Bali Art & Creative Experience Supports Local Impact

At Think Pacific, we believe travel should be transformative โ€” not only for students but also for the communities, artists, and cultural traditions we partner with. This expedition is grounded in Baliโ€™s values of Tri Hita Karana; harmony between people, nature, and spirit. Every workshop, performance, and collaboration reflects that balance, ensuring lasting benefits for local artists, creative industries, and cultural heritage.

Hereโ€™s how this programme creates regenerative impact in Bali, aligned with both local values and creativity as a force for good:


1. Supporting Artists & Creative Collectives

Through studio visits and workshops, participants learn from Balinese painters, dancers, musicians, and craftspeople. These artists share their stories, challenges, and visions, offering students an authentic look at how creativity sustains livelihoods and preserves cultural identity. By engaging directly, students help amplify local voices while gaining new perspectives on art as social impact.


2. Strengthening Cultural Livelihoods

Stays in Balinese villages and exchanges with community art groups generate direct benefits for local families and creatives. Host performers, guides, and artisans earn income that stays in the community, while students experience Pawongan (harmony among people) โ€” a living model of collective support through creativity and tradition.


3. Fostering Global Dialogue & Knowledge Exchange

Every creative encounter becomes a space for collaboration. Students join rehearsals, take part in craft workshops, and co-create performances. This two-way exchange allows Balinese artists to share techniques and traditions while students bring fresh ideas, sparking cross-cultural dialogue and mutual learning.


4. Promoting Ethical & Responsible Tourism

This expedition offers an alternative to commercialised cultural tourism. Small-scale, community-first, and rooted in respect, students arrive as learners, not consumers. With pre-departure guidance on Balinese culture and respectful participation, the programme ensures artistic traditions are celebrated and supported โ€” not commodified.


5. Linking Creativity to Sustainability

Many Balinese creatives integrate environmental themes into their work โ€” from eco-friendly crafts and recycled art to performances that tell stories of climate, farming, and conservation. Students see firsthand how Palemahan (harmony with nature) inspires cultural expression and how creativity can be a voice for sustainability.


6. Elevating Local Leadership & Innovation

The programme is co-created with Balinese artists, cultural leaders, and grassroots organisations, ensuring local ownership at every stage. Whether painting in a village studio or rehearsing a temple dance, students learn from those shaping the future of Baliโ€™s creative industries โ€” reinforcing Parahyangan (harmony with spirit) through respect and gratitude.


7. Inspiring the Next Generation of Changemakers

By engaging directly with Baliโ€™s creative pioneers, students return home with new skills, global awareness, and an understanding of how art drives cultural resilience and social change. The programme encourages participants to consider their own role in shaping creative industries that inspire, connect, and empower.


๐ŸŒฟ Conclusion: Creativity as Connection

This expedition is about contributing to a thriving ecosystem of artists and communities who are keeping Baliโ€™s cultural spirit alive. Every experience is designed to be mutually beneficial, aligned with Balinese values, and guided by local voices.

This is regenerative travel through creativity โ€” grounded in Tri Hita Karana โ€” leaving a positive legacy for Baliโ€™s artists and for the students who join them.

Unique Experiential Activities

Every Immersion is Unique

This is an authentic learning journey shaped by Balinese artists, performers, and community leaders. Timings and activities flow with local rhythms and opportunities, but you can expect to explore the following key areas:


Creativity & Expression

  • Studio visits with painters, carvers, musicians, dancers, and contemporary designers.

  • Conversations with artists about vision, challenges, and cultural significance.

  • Small-group creative projects responding to real themes posed by local collectives.

  • Guest workshops on storytelling, symbolism, and how creativity connects community and identity.


Community & Culture

  • Live with Balinese families in village homestays, supporting local livelihoods.

  • Take part in temple ceremonies, festivals, and daily rituals at the heart of Balinese culture.

  • Hands-on workshops in batik, mask carving, gamelan music, and traditional dance.

  • Learn how Tri Hita Karana (harmony between people, nature, and spirit) shapes creative practice and cultural values.


Art & Sustainability

  • Explore how artisans use recycled materials in eco-friendly crafts and design.

  • See performances and artworks that highlight themes of environment, identity, and resilience.

  • Learn about Subak water management as both heritage system and artistic inspiration.

  • Visit community projects where creativity supports conservation and cultural preservation.


Adventure & Team Growth

  • Jungle treks and reflection in natural spaces.

  • Snorkelling or reef visits that connect art, environment, and storytelling.

  • Creative team challenges


Academic & Career Learning

  • Interactive sessions with artists, cultural organisations, and creative entrepreneurs on the role of art in society.

  • Structured reflections linking practice to theory in anthropology, cultural studies or the creative industries.

  • Presentations of group creative projects to local partners for feedback.

  • Final debrief in Sanur, translating your journey into academic, professional, and personal pathways.


The end result:

A transformative journey of creativity, collaboration, and cultural immersion, building practical skills, global perspectives, and lifelong connections, while supporting Baliโ€™s inspiring network of artists and cultural leaders.

Balinese Life - Expectations & Things To Consider

Here’s more about this experience to consider:

Embracing Balinese Life
Life in Bali is guided by community, ceremony and the philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, harmony with people, nature, and spirit. Whether youโ€™re in Ubud, a jungle camp, a village homestay, or by the ocean, daily life revolves around connection, rituals, and togetherness. Join in wholeheartedly, whether itโ€™s helping prepare temple offerings, joining a gamelan session, trekking through rice fields, or sharing stories after sunset.

Settle Into Your New Surroundings
Each stage of the journey has its own rhythm, from Ubudโ€™s cultural buzz, to the quiet simplicity of jungle living, to the warmth of your host family in Mas village. Be ready for a mix of simple living and new comforts: bucket showers and open-air kitchens in rural areas, eco-lodges in the jungle, and guesthouses on the coast. Wherever you stay, youโ€™ll be welcomed as part of the community.

Eat Like a Local
Food in Bali is central to culture, family, and wellbeing. Meals are often shared, with rice at the heart of every dish. Expect fragrant nasi campur (mixed rice), fresh vegetables, tempeh, fish, and the famous spicy sambal. Hospitality is generous donโ€™t be surprised if neighbours, relatives, or friends join for a meal or celebration.

Give Yourself Time to Adjust
Bali moves at its own rhythm, shaped by ceremonies, family routines, and natureโ€™s cycles. The pace may be slower than youโ€™re used to, and traditions may feel unfamiliar at first. Itโ€™s normal to feel out of step in the beginning, lean on your host family, teammates, and Think Pacific leaders. Soon, youโ€™ll feel at home in the flow of Balinese life.

Learn Some Language
While many people speak Bahasa Indonesia, in villages youโ€™ll also hear Balinese language. Learning simple greetings and phrases will help you build trust and connection. Weโ€™ll share guides and practice sessions before and during the trip so you can confidently engage with local communities.

Go With the Flow
Bali runs on Jam Karet, โ€œrubber time.โ€ Ceremonies may run long, mealtimes may shift, and plans often adapt around the needs of the community or the environment. Embracing this flexibility is part of the journey, it teaches patience, presence, and the joy of living in the moment.

Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
From jungle trekking to trying new foods, youโ€™ll face situations that feel unfamiliar or even challenging. These moments are part of the learning experience, they build resilience, confidence, and adaptability.

Simple Living, Different Comforts
Not every stage of the journey will have hot showers, air conditioning, or constant Wi-Fi. Embrace the simplicity, it helps you connect more deeply with nature, people, and yourself. You may experience cold bucket showers, or share accommodation with insects or bugs that you often find in such tropical weather.

Respecting Culture & Ceremony
Balinese life is steeped in ritual and spirituality. You may be invited to join ceremonies or observe sacred practices. Be open, curious, and respectful; wearing appropriate clothing, listening carefully, and following local guidance.

Navigating Group Life
Youโ€™ll be travelling, learning, and reflecting as part of a team. Living in close quarters means patience, communication, and compromise are essential. Sharing circles and group reflections are a chance to process challenges together.

Emotional Adjustment
Exploring wellbeing and mental health can be powerful but also emotional. You may feel homesick, overwhelmed, or stretched by new experiences. Remember youโ€™re supported at all times by your leaders, peers, and host families.

Expect the Unexpected
Plans may change due to weather, ceremonies, or local needs. Flexibility is key; Bali teaches the art of letting go and embracing the moment.

Travel Dates ๐Ÿ‘‡

4th June – 1st July 2026 (21 Days)

2nd July – 29th July 2026 (21 Days)

30th July – 26th August 2026 (21 Days)

19th September – 16th October 2026 (21 Days)

Program Fees
Bali Programme - How Much Does it Cost?
Programme Fee

We pride ourselves on delivering safe, structured, and deeply supported travel experiences. Our approach is all about providing a high-quality, meaningful journey that gives you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with culture, community, and environment in a responsible and respectful way, whilst giving back locally to grass roots enterprises and communities.

Currency ยฃGBP $AUD
Registration Fee 195 395
1-Month Programme Fee 1400 3000
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Details & FAQ...

Welcome to the FAQ section. If you have any further questions, donโ€™t hesitate to reach out… weโ€™re here to support you every step of the way!

Funding, Grants & Scholarships

Think Pacific collaborates with numerous universities around the globe to promote student mobility and enhance employability opportunities. There are various scholarships and grants for students through partnerships with individual university departments and governments. Students are encouraged to explore the possibility of scholarships and bursaries for our projects.

To discover if funding is available at your university or in your region, please reach out to us at info@thinkpacific.com for personalised assistance and information.

Can I gain credit for this project as my placement?

We partner with over 50 universities who see the value of our work and some have even count our placement as part of their studentsโ€™ course requirements. This often means our programmes are used as credit towards your degree or as part of a formal placement (as required to complete your home degree programme).

Please speak to us and contact info@thinkpacific.com if you would like to use your programme as a formal placement or for university credit and we will be happy to discuss with your institution or confirm existing university partnerships we have in place.

Itinerary Overview

Immersion Itinerary

Day 1โ€“2: Team Briefing & Ubud

  • Arrive, relax, and acclimatise in Bali.

  • Join cultural and team briefings to prepare for the journey ahead.

  • Explore Ubud โ€” Baliโ€™s hub of creativity, enterprise, and innovation.

Day 3โ€“4: Jungle Camp

  • Head into the lush interior of Bali for a remote jungle camp.

  • Build team spirit through outdoor challenges, cultural activities, and reflection.

  • Connect with nature while learning how local communities live sustainably in balance with their environment.

Day 4โ€“12: Community in South Baliย  – Culture & Experiential activities

  • Live with a traditional Balinese community south of Ubud.

  • Take part in a structured program blending cultural exchange workshops withย  immersive learning experiences, some local, some travelling out each day with your group.

  • Exploreย Tri Hita Karana, the Balinese philosophy of harmony, and how it guides both daily life and ethical business.

  • Guided wellness and adventure such as waterfalls, swimming, yoga and jungle hikes.

Day 13โ€“14: Sanur Beach Reflection

  • Return to Sanurโ€™s calm beaches for final reflection and debrief.

  • Consider how your experience in Bali will shape your studies, career, and global outlook

What's Included? What's Not Included?

Whatโ€™s Included?

  • Welcome & Orientationย โ€“ Airport pickup, 2-day briefing and cultural orientation, plus a team-building camp in a rural setting.

  • Accommodationย โ€“ All accommodation provided, including homestays in traditional Balinese villages.

  • Mealsย โ€“ Breakfast and dinner included daily (please budget ยฃ2โ€“5 per day for lunch).

  • Cultural Immersionย โ€“ Welcome ceremony and feast, guided hikes, excursions to cultural sites, festivals, and community events.

  • Learning & Developmentย โ€“ Guest speakers, workshops, and exclusive access to Think Pacificโ€™s partner network.

  • Support & Safetyย โ€“ 24/7 guidance from Think Pacific leaders, in-country manager and Balinese project team, daily health check-ins, risk assessment, and pastoral care.

  • Travelย โ€“ All in-country transport in private air-conditioned vehicles.

  • Preparationย โ€“ Comprehensive online portal, pre-departure webinars, and personal planning resources.

Whatโ€™s Not Included?

  • Flightsย โ€“ Budget ยฃ700โ€“ยฃ1,000 (guidance provided).

  • Insuranceย โ€“ Budget ยฃ50โ€“ยฃ100 (recommended policy provided).

  • Visaย โ€“ Approximately ยฃ30 (requirements vary by nationality; please check with the Indonesian Embassy).

  • Vaccinationsย โ€“ Recommended Typhoid and Hepatitis A (budget ยฃ50; often free via NHS in the UK).

  • Spending Moneyย โ€“ Budget ยฃ150โ€“ยฃ200 for lunches, drinks, souvenirs, and personal items.

Accommodation & Food

Accommodation

During this programme, youโ€™ll have the unique opportunity to live in anย authentic Balinese village. Most homestays are multigenerational, with grandparents, parents, and children living together in one family compound. This means youโ€™ll experience the warmth and rhythm of real community life.

Accommodation isย simple but comfortable, shared with your host family and teammates. Expect basic facilities, but also beautiful surroundings, family hospitality, and an experience that feels personal and memorable.

Food

Breakfast and dinner are included each day, whether youโ€™re staying in a Think Pacific camp, hotel, or your host village. In the village, youโ€™ll eat with your Balinese family, often surrounded by several generations at the table โ€” reflecting Baliโ€™s close-knit way of life.

Meals areย carbohydrate-heavy, with rice and vegetables forming the core of a typical Balinese diet, often accompanied by fresh seasonal produce.

Lunches and weekend meals are not included, giving you the chance to explore Baliโ€™s vibrant food scene โ€” fromย street food stalls and local warungs to markets and restaurants. A typical meal costs around ยฃ2โ€“ยฃ5.

Pre-Departure Support

At Think Pacific, we understand that preparation is key to a successful and enriching internship experience. Thatโ€™s why we provide comprehensive pre-departure support to ensure you feel confident and informed before setting off on your journey. Our pre-departure support includes detailed briefings, access to informative resources, and personalized guidance from our experienced team. We walk you through everything from cultural insights and project expectations to packing lists and travel logistics. This support helps you build excitement, answer your questions, and set you up for a seamless transition as you embark on your Think Pacific adventure.

  1. Access to the Pre-departure Portal: This portal provides the step-by-step process to prepare for Bali, including fundraising information, flight information, kit list, visa, cultural preparation. Student can watch videos with our team and download document.
  2. Contact our team: You can contact our team anytime between office hours, either give us aย  call on 0113 335 9919 or email; info@thinkpacific.com
  3. Online community/network: You can communicate with fellow volunteers, alumni and our team through our online community, hosted on the Might Network app. Within 3 months of you departing to Bali, you shall be entered into a private group with your volunteer team.
  4. Live Pre Departure webinars: Our team host live sessions in the months leading up to your project. These are a great way for you to ask questions and delve deeper into planning for your project. They also add to the excitement!
Things to Think About Before Joining

Culture Shock

Life in a rural Balinese village is very different to life in a western city, which brings provides a fascinating experience but also its challenges! The comparatively basic standard of living, the communal nature, the strong religious beliefs and the traditional customs and values in the village, may take time to adjust to. It is completely normal to feel a little out of your depth in the first few days. With the support of your family, your team and our leaders, we find it doesnโ€™t take long to adjust to day-to-day life.

Balinese Language

The majority of Balinese adults speak some English. There may be some language barriers with pronunciation, but as long as you talk slowly and clearly in English there is little difficulty in understanding each other. Young children and some elderly members of the community may not speak any English at all and itโ€™s great to learn a few local words as early as you can

Local Staff

Think Pacific in-country staff support the programme and guide daily activities.We are incredibly proud that the majority of our paid staff, in Indonesia, are local residents.

By investing in local staff we ensure that we are making as positive an impact as possible within the communities where we work by not only providing long-term employment opportunities but also ensuring that those who know the country and the culture best are managing the project and the relationships with local enterprises. Our international staff provide additional support and mentorship 24/7 and enjoy sharing their lived experience of Bali.

Pre-Departure Support
  • Access To The Pre-Departure Portal.

This portal provides the step-by-step process to prepare, including flight and visa information, kit list, cultural preparation, health and safety information. You can watch videos from our teams overseas and ask questions through our Live chat.

  • Contact Our Team.

You can contact our team anytime between office hours, either give us aย  call on 0113 335 9919 or email;ย info@thinkpacific.com.

  • Online Community

You can communicate with fellow participants, alumni and our team through our online community. Within 3 months of you departing you shall be entered into a private facebook group with your fellow teammates.

  • Live Pre Departure Webinars

Our team host live sessions in the months leading up to your project. These are a great way for you to ask questions and delve deeper into planning for your project. They also add to the excitement!

  • Global Skills Programme

We have created an online course to give you the set you up for success before departure! Complete short-courses in: Culture, Sustainable Travel & Global Leadership.

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