Trunyan Traditional Village in Bali
It seems that having a tour in Bali won’t ever end as this island of gods offers endless options for amazing spots and attractions. From beaches, mountains, rice fields, beach clubs, hills, you name it. Besides beautiful nature spots, Bali also has gorgeous traditional villages that you must visit when you travel to this island.
One of its must-visit traditional villages is Trunyan Traditional Village. Even though it’s not as popular as Penglipuran Traditional Village, Trunyan also has something unique to offer.
About Trunyan Traditional Village
Trunyan Traditional Village in Bali is actually a cemetery village. Located in Kintamani, on the shore of Lake Batur to be exact, you can visit it by taking a boat from Kedisan Village to cross Lake Batur for around 30 minutes. Lake Batur itself is so beautiful that you will not find the trip to the village boring.
If you wish to visit Trunyan Traditional Village, the package tour is priced at Rp. 160.000 or $9.91. Even though this village is open 24/7, it’s best to follow the travel agent’s schedule as they know the best time to visit it. Most tourists visit this tourist spot in the morning and during the day.
What Makes Trunyan Traditional Village Attractive
This traditional village is known for its unique funeral tradition. When it comes to funerals, Trunyan people will only put the dead body in the cemetery area without burying it. They’ll only wrap the dead body in cloth and leave their head uncovered. After that, the body will be placed in a bamboo cage to avoid wild animals.
There are 3 different cemeteries here, which are Seme Wajah for those who died naturally, Seme Bantah for those who died unnaturally, such as being murdered or due to accidents, and Seme Muda for babies, kids, and those who weren’t married.
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Fun Activities to Do in Trunyan Hills, Bali
If you like hiking, you must include Trunyan Hills in your Bali tour itinerary. Located in Kintamani that’s famous for its incredible scenery, Trunyan Hills offers a breath-taking nature landscape that is worth exploring. With a height of 1,834 above the sea level, this pretty hill is suitable for beginners in hiking.
Hiking Trunyan Hills
Hiking Trunyan Hills is an exciting experience that you must not miss when visiting Bali. As it is said before, this hill is beginner friendly, ideal for those who are a newbie in hiking. Along the way, you’ll see incredible natural beauty so that you won’t get bored. Green trees and grass will accompany you during your hike on this hill.
It takes approximately 2 hours to 3.5 hours to reach the top. Once you are there, you will be welcomed by an outstanding panorama. You’ll feel like you are floating in the clouds. You can also see Mount Batur at the top of Trunyan Hills, making all your efforts worth it. So, make sure you capture this moment.
Things to Do in Trunyan Hills
Besides getting relaxed looking at the incredible view, you can also do some fun activities in Trunyan Hills. Here they are.
Camping
Trunyan Hills has a number of locations suitable for camping. But the first post is the most recommended one to avoid strong winds. With refreshing, clean air and epic views, Trunyan Hills is one of the best places in Bali for camping. Make sure you bring your own tent and camp equipment.
Watch the Sunrise
Not only the landscape of Mount Batur and Lake Batur, but Trunyan Hills also serves an epic view of the sunrise. To witness the beautiful sunrise, you need to start your hike at around 2 AM and you will reach the top at 5 AM when the sun starts to rise.
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