Bali Mystics and Mountains

Where volcanic earth meets ancient ritual, North Bali moves with a quiet spiritual pulse. Mist rolls through highland forests. Sacred trees tower above centuries-old pathways. Dugout canoes rest on still water at Lake Tamblingan as dawn light shifts across the jungle.

This journey blends elemental landscapes with cultural atmosphere. It's a chance to photograph Bali’s mountains, lakes, forests, and traditional life in a way that feels intentional, cinematic, and deeply connected to place. Far away from the known and busy tourist trails step into authentic Bali.

Work with a professional muse for scale, movement, and environmental portraiture, supported by guided sessions, drone integration, and thoughtful pacing across multiple regions.

A Chapter Based Journey

This experience is shaped as a two chapter story. With 4 nights in Batur Region and 3 nights in Munduk, you can join Chapter One, Chapter Two, or embrace the full cinematic journey across both regions.

Capture the Magic and Mystical beauty of Bali with stories of the Land and People on the Island of Gods.

Cinematic Story

Creative Focus

Cinematic composition within dramatic natural environments

Understanding reflective natural light, mist behaviour, and fast changing mountain weather

Creative direction for authentic environmental movement and muse-led scale

Exploration of Bali’s sacred landscape of forests, lakes, highlands, ancient trees

Atmospheric editing sessions exploring depth, tone, and colour

Professional BTS footage for portfolio use

Working fluidly with drone perspectives (footage provided to all participants)

Creative Flow

Across thoughtfully curated sessions, you’ll experience a full narrative arc through Bali’s highlands. From volcanic rock landscapes to ancient forests, rice terraces, village life and mystical lakes each session builds on the last, deepening your understanding of cinematic storytelling in landscape, travel and culture.

Stops along the way include a variety of locations and may include Mount Batur & Pinggan viewpoint ridges, Munduk forest trails, Rice terraces, Village scenes, and North Bali highland roads.

All locations are selected based on weather, light, and optimal creative conditions and are subject to seasonal or cultural timing.

Creative Schedule

volcanic emotion

Sculptural lava fields, mountain silhouettes, and shifting volcanic light.Focus on scale, texture, movement, and environmental form.

Sunrise & Layered fog (BATUR REGION)

Soft gradients, layered volcanoes, and drifting fog.
An experience in atmospheric landscapes and early-morning editorial mood.

Village Portraiture (Mystics & Generations)

Human storytelling through elder portraits, textured faces, hands, woven textiles, and daily life. Emotion-led, culturally respectful documentary direction focusing on connection and presence.

Lake Atmosphere

Lake Tamblingan sunrise with traditional canoes and fog. An ethereal finale capturing soft dawn tones and mystical storytelling.

Sacred Trees & MUNDUK FOREST

A quiet, grounding session with towering roots, filtered light, and natural stillness. Followed by environmental landscapes and quite forest calm.

drone integration

• All participants receive curated drone footage to complement their portfolio

• Two participants may join a hands-on drone mini-session (first booked, first secured)

• Drone images will include volcanic ridges, lake reflections, and forest canopy scenes

Journey Details

3 Days or 6 Day Option

Maximum 8

All Levels of Experience

February, 2026

July, 2026

Submit your interest to check availability and secure your place in this creative experience.

3-Night Journey — Kintamani Highlands Only

Includes Sessions 1, 2, and 3

• Welcome lunch, slow-travel afternoons, and all Kintamani-based experiences

5-Night Journey — Kintamani & Munduk

Full experience including Sessions 1–5

• Editing workshop

• Dual-region cinematic coverage

Included

• Curated boutique accommodation (4-5 star, private rooms)

• Private transportation between locations

• Professional local guides

• Cinematic direction and editorial mentorship

• Pre-scouted locations at optimal light

• Access and permits for sites in creative schedule

• Evening editing workshops plus post journey workshop.

• BTS footage for portfolio & social

• Most meals featuring Balinese cuisine

• 24/7 creative and logistical support

• Official Lens Journey Apparel Set

Not Included

• International flights to/from Bali

• Travel and medical insurance

• Alcoholic beverages

• Personal purchases

• Optional experiences outside creative schedule

• Gratuities for guides

All Lens Journeys combine both curated shoots and travel stop shoots to give a full perspective of the regions we visit and pay respect to the local culture, traditions and communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in this tour?

Premium 4-5 star accommodation, private transportation, professional photography guide, pre-scouted locations, cultural muses and models, editing workshops, behind-the-scenes footage, and most meals.

What skill level is required?

This tour welcomes all skill levels. Our guides adapt instruction to match your experience, whether you're a beginner or professional photographer.

How do I secure my spot?

Click 'Join Waitlist' or contact us to submit your inquiry. We'll contact you within 48 hours to discuss availability and next steps for securing your booking.

What about cancellation policies?

Cancellations up to 60 days before the tour date are possible, although a fee may apply. Full details are provided with booking confirmation.

Can I just book and pay now to secure my spot?

The simple answer is no. All Journeys are bespoke, and we speak with everyone before offering a place. This isn’t about skill level though, so don’t worry if you’re a beginner; what matters most is curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn.

We want to ensure each group has the best possible dynamic and that we bring together people with a mix of skills, perspectives, and shared values. We look for those who are easy to travel with, are open, collaborative, and genuinely inspired to explore and create together.

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