Travel Back to Old Bali – RY Marketplace

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 accommodation
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.

What is the refund policy? Within 24 hours of bookingWe’ll always refund your booking upon request to [email protected]

After 24 hours & before the booking deadline

A cancellation fee may be applied depending on the circumstances, if the experience can go ahead. If this is the case, the total refund minus the cancellation fee will be issued in Marketplace Credit or deducted from your next month’s invoice. The fee and preferred refund option will be communicated via email with [email protected]

After the booking deadline

By this point we will have definitely made promises and financial commitments on your behalf and so cancellation fees may be up to 100%. What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?

Let’s be real – no one can control the weather, and sometimes things just don’t go as planned. But don’t worry, your City Manager is here to help and will do their best to come up with a solution if an event is affected. We understand that everyone’s schedule is different, so while we can’t guarantee a make-up option will work for everyone, we promise to try our hardest. If you’re unable to attend the make-up date, no problem – we’ll give you a full refund for your booking.

I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?

Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.

Can I book for a friend / family member?

Sure! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. We do, however, reserve the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using RY Services. 

I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help?

Please reach out to us at [email protected] and we’ll help. In some cases, you may have multiple emails associated on the Marketplace and this is causing some confusion. Reach out and we’ll do our best to sort it out! 

If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, you may transfer your booking to another Nation Member or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved. 

Will I be able to work on this experience? 

If you have to check in with work at any point during the scheduled time, we recommend confirming with the City Manager before booking.

I’m a Nation Member but not on an active program, can I still book? 

We will always prioritize Remotes who are traveling with an active program on experiences. You may be able to book but there is a chance the City Manager will reach out to let you know we have to release your spot for an active Remote. If you’re in a city but not traveling with a program, we recommend reaching out to the City Manager on the Hub to confirm before booking.