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Workshop Overview
Duration: 2 hours
Schedule: Daily, morning or afternoon sessions
Group Size: Minimum 2 – Maximum 6 participants
Location: Traditional homestay in Bukit Lawang (10 minutes from the village center)
Difficulty: Easy – suitable for everyone (children require adult supervision)
What You’ll Experience, Welcome & Introduction.
Arrive at Aini’s homestay, overlooking peaceful rice fields. Enjoy a warm welcome with traditional snacks and refreshments as Aini shares her story — how local women have long used coconut oil as part of their daily life for cooking, healing, and self-care.
Preparing the Coconuts
You’ll start by cracking fresh coconuts and learning how to extract and grate the white coconut meat.
Aini will show you how to separate the coconut milk from the flesh — the first step in the traditional cold-press method.
You’ll hear fascinating insights into the symbolism of coconuts in Indonesian culture, representing life, resilience, and renewal.
The Boiling & Extracting Process
Watch the transformation as the coconut milk is gently boiled over fire until it separates into oil and coconut residue.
The rich, aromatic scent fills the air — and soon you’ll see pure, golden coconut oil emerging naturally, without any chemicals or additives.
Finishing & Packaging
Once cooled, the oil is carefully filtered and poured into your container.
You’ll take home your own bottle of freshly made organic coconut oil — 100% natural, eco-friendly, and made by hand.
Reflection & Local Stories
As the oil sets, sit with Aini for a chat over light refreshments. Learn about local traditions, eco-living, and community life in Bukit Lawang.
This is more than just a workshop — it’s a cultural exchange that celebrates sustainability, simplicity, and connection.
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Hands-on instruction from a local artisan
Fresh coconuts & traditional equipment
One bottle of coconut oil to take home
Snack & refreshments (coffee, tea, or tropical fruits)
Contribution to local women’s empowerment and community sustainability
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Transport to/from the homestay (can be arranged upon request)
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
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Comfortable, casual clothing (you may get oily!)
Refillable water bottle
Camera or smartphone for photos
Notebook if you’d like to record the process
Positive spirit and curiosity
Why This Experience Matters
This workshop supports community-based eco-tourism and local women entrepreneurs in Bukit Lawang.
By joining, you help:
Empower local women through sustainable income
Promote chemical-free, traditional production methods
Encourage organic living and zero-waste practices
Preserve Sumatran heritage crafts and stories
Reduce the environmental impact of factory-made products
“Every drop of coconut oil tells a story — of nature, tradition, and community.”
