Activities

Whether you crave action or education, Amertha has the perfect vacation activity for you. Take a tour of local village life and savor the best tastes of the season, or spend sunset capturing spectacular temple photos …. What does your heart desire?

Hands-On Healing Retreats in Pemuteran, Bali

Amertha now hosts immersive bodywork retreats rooted in the Esalen® Massage and Bodywork tradition, a practice born in Big Sur, California, and taught for decades across the world.

These retreats blend hands-on massage training with meditation, breathwork, and gentle movement. You can join as participants learning the craft and get certified, or simply learn and receive the work and let it do what it does. Either way, the pace here is slower than most retreats, days shaped around the practice, evenings free to enjoy the property.

For many, this practice becomes far more than a technique. Some leave with the beginning of a new career, others with a deeper understanding of bodywork they already practice, and some simply with a body and mind that feel more at ease. However you arrive, this is the kind of experience that tends to stay with you.

Programs at Amertha are led under the guidance of Ellen Watson, who has practiced and taught bodywork for over 40 years and has been developing bodywork training programs in Bali since the early 2000s.

DISCOVER DOLPHINS IN PEMUTERAN

Experience an intimate encounter with dolphins in the serene waters of Pemuteran! Our sustainable tours, led by marine biologists and local experts, let you observe these majestic creatures up close while preserving their natural habitat.

This unforgettable journey is organized by karangdivers, the official dive partner of tamansaribali and amerthabalivillas.

Book your adventure today and explore nature in harmony!

TEMPLE TOUR

Take a tour of the trio of temples that are nestled between the mountains and the sea, serving a central role in the local Pemuteron culture.

Discover the Best Diving & Snorkeling in Bali

Just off the NW coast of Bali lies the tiny island of Palau Menjangan (Deer Island), an uninhabited island situated within the protected marine reserve of Bali Barat National Park. The waters surrounding the island are home to one of the most pristine marine biosystems in the world, filled with spectacular coral and reef fish.

YOGA SHALA

Our beautiful yoga and meditation space is the perfect sanctuary for quiet reflection. This tranquil, open air space features a lovely garden view and classic statuary throughout.

PAMPER YOURSELF

Luxury and relaxation await you at the Spa at Amertha. Whether you prefer an aloe vera massage in the cool of the indoor treatment room, or an outdoor pedicure in a private garden gazebo, you won’t be disappointed.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

The staff at Amertha are here to make most of your family vacation time. Whether an introduction to Scuba Diving in the pool, a lesson in traditional Balinese dance, a hands on session of local crafting or learning to make Balinese temple offerings, we know how to keep your kids happy.

COOKING CLASS

Fuel your love for Balinese cuisine by preparing your own 4 course meal! Select your menu and set out with a private escort from Amertha to hand pick ingredients from the local outdoor market. Upon returning to the property, work side by side with one of our amazing Amertha chefs to prep and cook your dishes. As a grand finale, the fruits of your labors are then served as a savory mid-day meal.

TREKKING AT WEST BALI NATIONAL PARK

The highlights of Barat National Park include the Jayaprana and Layon Sari temple complex, which depicts a classic Balinese tale of everlasting love, and the monsoon jungle forest.