The next TOUR TO BALI

Dates : To Be Announced

Costs

Tour cost includes accommodation, all workshops, boat and car transport to and from Nusa Penida, a guided temple visit (optional) and an afternoon sunset snorkeling tour to Crystal bay.

Weaving Connections to Bali is about taking you on a journey of discovery; of traditional Balinese cultural knowledge of fibre preparation and use, skills and techniques and of the incredible versatility of the natural environment.

We pride ourselves by operating with utmost care and respect for local communities, culture and land.

We support local businesses by partnering with companies that are 100% locally owned and embrace fair trade ethics providing real economic benefit to the local traditional weavers.

Experience authentic traditional Balinese culture at a grass roots level.

Join us with an exclusive small group tour to the very beautiful island of Nusa Penida, exploring local traditional weaving crafts with the island’s master weavers

This is a 5 nights and 6 days tour to Nusa Penida, Bali.
Accompanied by English speaking guides, local master weavers will guide you in daily workshops of traditional weaving projects used in their daily cultural and spiritual life such as:

 

• Triaxial weave seaweed basket
• Pandanus floor mat
• Split bamboo fish trap
• Ketupat coconut leaf containers for steaming rice
• Balinese Hindu Dharma offerings
• Balinese Penjor Bamboo standing decoration pole
• Bamboo divider/ movable wall
• Coconut leaf Rooster basket
• Coconut leaf woven thatching for roofing

We don't set a predetermined itinerary as it all depends on the availability of the weavers due to their temple / community / cultural responsibilities.

We keep a flexible schedule and always have a few weavers and workshops to choose from over the 5 days.
Workshops are generally half-day, either mornings before lunch or afternoons.

The tour is provided at an easy going “island time” pace with a free day planned for the third day allowing plenty of time to explore the natural beauty of Nusa Penida on your own scooter or pushbike hire, or with one of the many local guides. 

“Such a blessing to be involved in the Weaving Connections trip to Nusa Penida!
Days were filled with fun and creativity as we sat with local weavers, practicing ancient techniques of creation.

During the week we were presented with a lovely balance of weaving workshops paced out in relaxed island style.
We were witnesses to traditional Balinese cultural and spiritual practices as island life carried on around us, while the warm natures of the weaving teachers and their families made us feel very welcome.

The perfect adventure for anyone interested in learning traditional Indonesian weaving techniques or simply wanting a taste of traditional island life.
Our family left feeling enriched and inspired.”

Layla Tan

Nusa Penida is a relatively undeveloped island where local people get about their daily routine of temple visits, ceremony, seaweed farming, afternoon naps and feeding the pigs.

Tour guides are available on request and a selection of sightseeing options will be provided upon arrival. Or visit www.penidatours.com for a preview of the many tour options.

Snorkeling magnificent coral reefs, sightseeing spectacular coastline, visiting ancient temples or kicking back relaxing watching the tide roll in and out and the seaweed farmers at work…. it’s your choice. You might even like to practice and fine tune your new weaving skills.