Highlights
Visit the ancient traditional village of Tenganan Pegringsingan
Stroll around the village full of craftsmen
Taste fresh locally sourced wild honey from stingless bees
See how Indonesia’s only double ikat weave woven clothes are made
Enjoy a traditional Balinese lunch inside a Tenganan Village house
Description
Step back in time with a visit to the vintage village of Tenganan. Led by a local guide with expert knowledge of the village’s ancient history and culture, this experience offers a unique opportunity to learn about the traditions and customs of this fascinating community. See palm leaf writing and traditional cotton spinning, and witness the art of weaving Tenganan’s Geringsing double ikat weave, which uses natural dyes made from materials gathered in the woods. Finish the day with a delicious Balinese lunch in a traditional house.
Who This Experience Is Good For
This experience is perfect for culture enthusiasts or anyone seeking an authentic Balinese experience.
Meet Our Local Host
Nyoman Suwita, also known as Bli Domplong, is a member of the Tenganan Pegringsingan customary village. As a skilled weaver and producer of high-quality handicrafts, he has dedicated his life to preserving the traditions and culture of his village. With no formal education in tourism, Domplong is a self-taught expert on the history and customs of Tenganan. He and other young people from the village established a village ecotourism network to offer visitors an authentic and informative experience of their unique way of life.
Itinerary
09:00 AM - Pick up from meeting point
Arrival at Tenganan Village after a two-hour minibus ride
Forest trekking
Wild honey and secang tea tasting
Lunch inside a traditional Tenganan house
Village tour
Watch the making of Indonesia's only double ikat weave clothes
Departure for Canggu
06:00 PM - Arrive back at Canggu
What’s Included
Local guide with expert knowledge of Tenganan Village
Round trip ground transportation by minibus from Des Tenganan to Canggu
Balinese lunch made by locals (vegan and vegetarian options available)
A bottle of mineral water, coffee, and traditional secang tea
What’s Not Included
Extra purchases of woven clothes
Know Before You Go
Minimum Needed: 2 people
Maximum Capacity: More the merrier
Booking Deadline: 7 days before start date
Weather Dependent: Yes & No - Although weather is unpredictable in this region of the world, if there is a disruption due to weather we reserve the right to adjust the itinerary as needed and will always keep the experience and customer safety first priority.
Difficulty Level: Easy - However this experience involves quite a lot of walking in the village.
Special Clothing Required: Yes - Wear comfortable clothes for walk in the village under the Bali heat
Special Dietary Restrictions: No - We will try our best to accommodate most dietary needs if given enough notice.
Extra Cash: Needed for tipping (Not mandatory: you liked the service Tip! You did not? Is ok not to Tip. 10% is good), additional services & souvenirs. ATMs are available in town.
Ground Transportation: All ground transportation is included from Canggu.
Additional Information: Eat breakfast before we leave, bring extra water and extra snacks, sunscreen and hat are recommended as well as a poncho or umbrella incase of rain
Liabilities: The liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by participants is not assumed by Remote Year or its affiliates.
