Behind Bali Utara
Camille
Three years ago, I fell in love with Bali — especially the north of the island.
What was meant to be a journey slowly became a life choice.
Today, I live here, close to daily life and the local rhythm.
People often describe me as sunny and full of life — an energy I naturally bring into the relationships I build with travelers: simple, sincere, and human.
I’ve been working in tourism for over five years.
What I enjoy most is not just organizing a trip, but being part of how it unfolds — listening, guiding, and creating the space for meaningful memories to happen.
Over time, I’ve learned that the best moments are often the unplanned ones.
The ones where you stop wondering why you’re there, and simply start living the experience — close to people, places, and real life.
My life here is simple: friends, family, and shared moments.
This is the Bali I love — and the one I enjoy sharing.
Gusti Gede Darmayasa
I was born in the small village of Banyuatis, in the north of Bali.
My life story began in a very simple family. We didn’t have much, and life was sometimes difficult. My mother passed away when I was still very young, and I had to grow up quickly.
After getting married, my wife and I opened our own small homestay in our home. This became an important step in my life. Through welcoming guests into our house, I slowly discovered the world of tourism.
At the beginning, I started learning English and French so I could communicate with visitors. Over time, I learned a lot simply by sharing daily life with guests.
One day, a French family stayed with us for six months. During that time, they taught me many things — especially how to organize activities for travelers. Thanks to them, I learned how to guide guests and help them discover places around Munduk and the surrounding villages.
For a long time, I had a dream: to create something of my own in tourism — an agency and a way to share my village with visitors. But I always felt limited because of my education and my lack of knowledge in technology.
Life sometimes has unexpected ways of bringing people together. My neighbor married a French woman, and through them I met Camille. Over time, a real friendship grew between us.
For many years I had this idea in my mind. When Camille and I started talking about our visions, we realized we shared the same dream.
That is how Bali Utara was born — a project built on friendship, local knowledge, and the desire to show the real life of North Bali.
And today, through Bali Utara, I hope to welcome you not only as visitors, but as guests discovering the place I call home.
