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Sound Healing & Cacao Ceremony

Crystal bowls, gongs and ceremonial cacao — a deep reset · Ubud, Central Bali

A sound-healing and cacao ceremony is one of Ubud's most loved wellness experiences — a 90-minute journey of crystal singing bowls, gongs and gentle ceremonial cacao in a candle-lit shala. You simply lie back and let the vibrations wash over you; no experience, flexibility or belief required.

About Sound Healing & Cacao Ceremony

Sound healing uses the resonant tones of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes and voice to guide you into a deeply relaxed, meditative state. You lie down on a mat with a blanket and pillow while the facilitator plays — most people drift somewhere between waking and sleep as the sound moves through the room.

Many sessions open with a cacao ceremony: a warm cup of ceremonial-grade cacao (rich, slightly bitter, gently heart-opening rather than a sugary hot chocolate) shared while setting an intention. Cacao has been used in ceremony for centuries and helps people settle, open up and feel present before the sound begins.

Ubud is full of these ceremonies — at dedicated wellness centres, yoga studios like The Yoga Barn, and intimate jungle shalas. They range from large weekly gatherings to small, personal groups. It's a gentle, accessible introduction to Bali's wellness scene and a genuinely restorative reset.

Highlights

  • Crystal bowls & gongs. Lie back as layers of singing bowls, gongs and chimes guide you into deep relaxation.
  • Ceremonial cacao. A warm cup of heart-opening ceremonial cacao and an intention-setting to begin the session.
  • Candle-lit shalas. Sessions run in atmospheric, low-lit jungle shalas — often with incense and soft furnishings.
  • No experience needed. Nothing to learn or perform — you simply rest. Suitable for complete beginners.

Practical Information

  • Opening hours: Sessions usually run in the late afternoon or evening; check each venue's weekly schedule
  • Entrance fee: Around US$ 20–35 per session
  • Suggested duration: 60–90 minutes
  • Best time to visit: Evening, as a calming end to the day
  • Book ahead — popular ceremonies sell out
  • Wear warm, comfy layers; you'll be lying still for a while
  • Some cacao is stimulating — avoid a late session if it affects your sleep

Address: Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali, Indonesia — view on Google Maps

Visitor Tips

  • Reserve your spot in advance — the well-known weekly ceremonies fill quickly.
  • Arrive a little early and hydrated; give yourself time to settle before it starts.
  • Bring an extra layer — the body cools down when you lie still for an hour.
  • Set a simple intention when you receive the cacao; it helps you drop in.
  • Because cacao is mildly stimulating, choose an earlier session if you're sensitive to sleep disruption.

Getting There

  • Most ceremonies are in or just outside central Ubud.
  • From Ubud hotels: a short walk or 5-minute Grab/Gojek ride.
  • From the south coast: 60–90 minutes by car or taxi.

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