FAQ'S
PRE-PARTY INFO
How do we make a booking?
All enquiries can be made via our [GET IN TOUCH] page!
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We will respond and confirm availability along with a bunch of information we will need to be able to get your party happening! These questions must be completed in full for us to be able to proceed.
We will require all the basic info, including time, date, villa name, but we will also require the following very important details:
+ Your Whatsapp number
+ Villa Staff details (to make it as easy as possible for our teams
+ Google Maps Link (not Airbnb/Booking.com link) Our team follows this live link, so it's a must. Bali addresses and locations are often very ambiguous and not in a systematic order, so we need to make sure we're covered with extra details so there is no chance of any mishap on the day of your party. This includes a full address and [GOOGLE MAPS LINK] so if you don't already have this, please ask your villa for this.
Once all the details have been returned, you'll have 24 hours to make payment to secure the time and date! Wahlaa....your party will be confirmed!​
We only take bookings within a 6-month period from today!​
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Can we change the start and finish times?
No, I’m afraid the times are set as we have other parties already scheduled around these times.
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Can our party run after 10 pm?
No, local Banjars (like councils) have strict regulations stating no excess noise is to come from villas after this time. This is the perfect time for you to head out to one of the local bars or beach clubs to continue the party
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What areas do you service? (click for maps)
We currently service the following areas of Bali.
OUR STANDARD SERVICE AREAS
$30 Aud / 300k per guest
The areas below make up our Standard Service Area.
​+ [Seminyak]
+ [Canggu; Batu Bolong and Berawa] only
+ [Legian]
+ Kuta
+ Umalas
+ Kerebokan
OUR EXTENDED SERVICE AREA
$40 Aud / 400k per guest
The areas below are outside of the standard service area and we may be able to accommodate depending on our existing schedule.​
+ Sanur
+Jimbaran Bay
+ Echo Beach
+ Pererenan
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OUTSIDE OUR SERVICE AREAS
$50 Aud / 500k per guest ~ Minimum 10
The areas below are outside the standard service area and we may be able to accommodate depending on your requested date, specific location and accessibility.
These areas can be remote and often tricky for our team and supplier to get to, as well as be able to buy extra things like ice that we may need at the time.​
+ Uluwatu (Bingin, Not past Padang Beach. Service is by application & depends on specific location & accessibility)​​
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Do I need permission from my villa to host a Cocktail party?
Yes, please make sure that you seek permission from your accommodation before confirming our service! The villas we have hosted so far have been very supportive of the service as not only is it a super fun experience to enhance their guests' Bali adventure, but the service is managed by a professional, responsible, and trained team. The team will make sure their working area is spick and span before leaving the villa creating no additional pressure on villa staff. You must seek this permission first, so there are no unexpected issues at the party.
If you haven't locked in a villa yet, have a look at our [RECOMMENDED VILLAS] as all of these villas often host Cocoloco Parties and are very supportive of their guests
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Can you talk to our villa for us?
All communication with your villa is between you and your villa owner. It's your responsibility to communicate with your villa and seek the correct permissions as well as provide us with the information that we require.
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What are the requirements of my villa?
As long as we have a kitchen with bench space to work from and a kitchen sink, then we're good to go!
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We are celebrating a special occasion, can you help us with balloons and floating pool messages?
Absolutely! Have a look at how we can make your pool the perfect party spot! We can arrange Balloons and Floating Messages for the ultimate celebration! Checkout our [PARTY EXTRAS]
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Can you send us a list of the cocktails you will make us in advance or can we decide the menu for the party?
Our team plan their menus for each party based on the spirits you have purchased as well as what ingredients are seasonally available for them to access. We're certainly happy for you to suggest flavours that you love or don’t love and we will do our best to accommodate, we just can not make any guarantees in advance. Due to the high volume of parties we host, we host we're unable to offer menus in advance or have you create them.
We haven’t had a disappointed guest yet!
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What alcohol and how much should we buy?
This is the fun part and is totally up to you. We want you to purchase your favourite spirits and then let the team work their magic to create some custom masterpieces that you may never have had before.
Our general recommendation is 1 x litre Duty-free spirits per two guests, so approximately 500mls per person. So for a group of 8 guests, 4 x 1 litre bottles is a perfect amount.
The most popular and our suggested spirits are as follows:
+ Vodka (plain or vanilla)
+ Malibu
+ Spiced Rum
+ Gin
+ Midori
+ Tequila
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Can you provide the alcohol for us?
No, we do not provide alcohol. The reason is that we highly encourage you to purchase duty-free spirits in your own country before arriving in Bali. Why is this?
Duty-free spirits have been manufactured internationally and under strict regulations. The government tax that is placed on spirits in Indonesia is very high. This makes it nearly impossible to buy internationally produced spirits in Bali. The drinks served in bars & especially during happy hour in local bars and beach clubs, are generally locally Produced Spirits(especially if they're offering happy hours and cheap drinks). These are produced in Indonesia and, in many cases are not regulated or even produced in safe facilities. Because of this, we see so many cases of methanol poisoning in Bali from people who have consumed cocktails from Bali bars and beach clubs. Because of this, we will only work with your safe, duty-free spirits so you and we can be assured you're having a safe experience.
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We’ve got some kids attending, can they be involved?
Absolutely! We offer a reduced rate of $20 Aud for our Kids Mocktail service(12 & under) includes: a fresh #gonuts coconut mocktail in their own coconut & bamboo straw & up to two mocktail refills. Any guest who is 13 years or above is considered a standard mocktail guest.
Should you have any toddlers that would like their coconut(no mocktails) we can offer a #GoNuts coconuts for $7 aud / 70k per coconut.
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Can I pay in cash on the day of my party?
No, all money must be paid and cleared before the party. The local staff order and purchase all the items necessary with our suppliers, so it is important your booking is confirmed with full payment prior as security. We also provide adequate staff for the final booked and paid numbers
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How many people do I need to be able to host a Cocoloco Cocktail party?
We have a minimum of 6 guests required to host a party in our Standard Service area; otherwise, the minimum fee for 6 will apply. Some other areas may require a higher minimum number, which is outlined at [Locations & Pricing]
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Can we book two sessions on one day for a double party?
​I’m afraid we don’t offer two-party slots. As fun as a 6-hour cocktail session sounds (and we get the temptation), we’ve found over the years that our 3-hour format really is our sweet spot for an amazing experience. For party groups 12 or more, we can offer an extended hour for an extra $5, making it a 4-hour event. With a new drink served every 30 minutes, most guests enjoy 6–8 cocktails(depending on how quickly they sip of course), and in many cases if there’s any left-over mixers or spirits at the end, they may be able to leave a few extra drinks in the fridge.
After that, people are usually either heading out for the night at one of the local beach clubs... or passed out in the pool lounge 😅 It would be irresponsible for us to encourage this, especially given there’s a swimming pool involved and not something we’re prepared to risk.
How about considering booking a second session on another day? Maybe a fun daytime party one day, followed by a sunset session the next time? That way, your crew gets to enjoy the full Cocoloco experience twice, and it stays fresh, exciting, and a whole lot more manageable(….and you’ll remember them)
PARTY DAY INFO
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What do you guys provide?
+ Fully trained professional bar staff
+ All the mixers which may include pineapple juice, cranberry juice, guava juice, tomato juice, orange juice, apple juice, lemonade, soda, tonic, ginger-ale, coconut water, coconut cream, lychee juice.
+ All the juices and fruits which may include pineapple, mango, lime, lemon, dragon fruit, orange, apple, strawberry, lemongrass, mint, ginger, chilli, basil, passionfruit, cucumber & lychee.
+ A fresh and boozy #gonuts Cocoloco coconut for each guest.
+ Cups (if required). We would much prefer to use your villa glassware as drinks taste much better and it’s better for the environment
+ A custom bamboo Cocoloco #gonuts straw you can take home as a keepsake from your experience
+ Safe Ice (regulated by the government and made from sterilised water)
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How long does a Cocoloco in Bali Cocktail Party go for?
The standard time is from 12 - 3 pm or 5 - 8 pm (3-hour duration).
An extra hour may be able to be booked for an extra 5 Aud per person for party sizes 12 or more, and depending on availability.
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How many cocktails will you make us at our party?
This depends on your drinking speed, but an average party will have a variety of approximately 6 different cocktail variants per person for a 3-hour party and 8 different variants for a 4-hour party, that's a new one every 30 minutes, depending on your drinking speed.
What happens if I need to cancel my party or change the times?
Please refer to our [TERMS & CONDITIONS]
When we secure a party for you, we reject other bookings, therefore, bookings within 7 days can not be cancelled. We will accommodate changes wherever possible subject to availability. Due to the work that goes into planning a party and the fact we have already engaged and paid staff, no changes can be made within 24 hours of your scheduled party
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We want to add an extra person or two on the day. Is this possible?
If you make contact with us earlier enough on the day and we're able to add extra guests, then you'll be required to make the payment immediately for us to update numbers, therefore updating our catering plans. Should extra guests arrive at the party who were un-planned for, but still want to participate, a payment of $30 Aud / 300k IDR per person will still be payable to the staff at the time. Unfortunately, we won't have fresh coconuts available for these last-minute guests as our supplier deadlines will have now passed.
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My flight is delayed or cancelled... we can't make our party! What can we do?
We strongly recommend not booking your cocktail party for the day you arrive in Bali. Over the years, we’ve seen too many guests miss out due to unforeseen circumstances such as delayed or cancelled flights, unexpected traffic from the airport, or check-in issues at villas.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate last-minute changes caused by these external factors. If your party is affected, we will be able to provide a receipt for you to submit to your travel insurance provider, but we cannot offer refunds or rescheduling for missed arrival-day events. To ensure a smooth and stress-free experience, we recommend choosing a day after your arrival for your event.
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OTHER INFO
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We want to capture photos from the party, can you arrange a photographer?
Yes, we have an amazing photographer in our team with all the latest and greatest equipment and he is a huge talent! (he has captured a lot of the photos on our website) We can then arrange for a 90-minute shoot, which also includes a bulk edit of the photos and all files sent to you in a Dropbox file 3-5 days after the event. Check out some of the parties we have captured [HERE]
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I’m getting married in Bali, can you guys do the drinks?
We certainly can, but our service is not the standard bar service that you may have in mind. If you're happy with a more casual and relaxed approach then we can certainly assist for a fun night!
Do you work with any caterers?
Our favourite party caterer is Island Graze who provide Bali’s best Grazing Platters and Floating Platters. If you are interested in a Grazing Platter to complement your party, please let them know you would like to arrange a platter to have at your Cocoloco Cocktail party, please contact [ISLAND GRAZE]
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