The locals in this village live a very traditional life that is vastly different from the rest of Bali. The Trunyanese do not cremate their dead. After a cleansing ritual, the dead body is placed in a bamboo cage, locally known as ancak saji, which is placed under the Taru Menyan tree. Taru Menyan means nice smelling tree and it emanates a scent that neutralizes the smell of rotting bodies. It is from this tree that the name Trunyan is derived. It is only the bodies of married people that are placed in bamboo cages.Visit another ancient village called Bayung Gede, which is believed to be the parent of all of the ancient villages in Bali. Many people come here to see the hanging newborn placentas that are unique to Bayung Gede.Stop at highland Kintamani to see the ancient Batur volcano and LakeVisit Kehen Temple for the famous steps of heavenVisit the last old village that has unique architectures, social system, and belief system
Indonesia · Religious & Spiritual
Discover Balinese Mystic & Death Ritual in Bali
The journey
- 01 Visit Trunyan Village and learn about its unique burial tradition
- 02 See the Taru Menyan tree, known for neutralizing odors naturally
- 03 Explore Bayung Gede, one of Bali’s ancient traditional villages
- 04 View Mount Batur and Lake Batur from the Kintamani highlands
- 05 Visit Kehen Temple and its famous steps
- 06 Discover distinctive village architecture, beliefs, and social systems
Explore a lesser-known side of Bali on a full-day cultural journey into some of the island’s most ancient villages and spiritual traditions. Visit Trunyan, known for its distinctive burial customs beneath the Taru Menyan tree, and continue to Bayung Gede, a traditional village with customs and beliefs that remain deeply rooted in Balinese heritage.
Along the way, take in the highland scenery of Kintamani with views of Mount Batur and the lake, visit Kehen Temple, and discover another old village known for its unique architecture, social system, and belief system. This experience offers a fascinating look at rural Bali, ancestral traditions, and the island’s enduring spiritual culture.
Visit Trunyan, known for its distinctive burial customs beneath the Taru Menyan tree, and continue to Bayung Gede, a traditional village with customs and beliefs that remain deeply rooted in Balinese heritage.
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- Bottled water
- Speedboat
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
- Admission & Donation fees
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- Lunch
- Other personal expenses
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- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not recommend for woman in monthly period
- We will pick up the guest at the hotel or meeting points that showed by the guest.
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