Mataram Trip Overview
The Sasak Culture on the southern part of Lombok is something that defines the way of living on the island. A charming full-day venture on Lombok in getting up and close with these residents and get immersed in their cultural habits and traditions.
• Explore the southern coast line with spectacular views
• Learn about the ancient handicraft traditions of the Sasak
• Visit one of the rare Sasak pilgrimage places on Lombok
• Lunch is included during this fully immersive day
• Transfers from and to selected Lombok beaches are included
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Mataram, Indonesia
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
The Sasak Culture on the southern part of Lombok is something that defines the way of living on the island. A charming full-day venture on Lombok in getting up and close with these residents and get immersed in their cultural habits and traditions.
• Explore the southern coast line with spectacular views
• Learn about the ancient handicraft traditions of the Sasak
• Visit one of the rare Sasak pilgrimage places on Lombok
• Lunch is included during this fully immersive day
• Transfers from and to selected Lombok beaches are included
Itinerary
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Stop At: Banyumulek, Kediri, West Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Our first encounter with the Sasak culture is the pottery village of Banyumulek Village. This village is one of the primary pottery centres of Lombok, specializing in decorated pots and pots with fibre covering as well seeing more traditional urns and flasks. When time permits, you can enjoy a short ride on one of the most ancient forms of transport found anywhere in the world, a horse and cart called a Cidomo.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sade Traditional Weaving Village, Rembitan, Sade, Lombok 83573 Indonesia
Weaving is found in Sukarare, south of Cakranegara. This is a village of traditional weavers and has been a part of Lombok’s Sasak culture for generations. The weaving style here has its unique style in creating the brightly patterned ‘Songket’ cloth (a Songket is considered a luxury product, traditionally worn during ceremonial occasions). The techniques, patterns and motifs have been handed down from generation to generation.
Standing out from the crowd is the village of Sade. Sade is a traditional Sasak village and is comprised of a series of houses made from buffalo dung and mud. The local ladies in this settlement weave lovely cloth that is used as scarves or for home decoration. The people of Sade have their traditions which vary from other areas of the island.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Tanjung Aan Beach, Lombok 83355 Indonesia
Passing the unspoiled beach of Tanjung Aan Beach near Kuta beach, a stunning strip of white sandy beaches in the south of the island and an area high in demand for surfers and backpackers who want to get off the beaten track. All this awaits after we enjoy a good local lunch at a local restaurant.
Stop At: Mayura Water Palace, Lombok Indonesia
Before bringing you back to your hotel, we end our day of Sasak culture exploration with a visit to the Mayura water palace. This waterborne, open-sided hall is located in a beautiful artificial lake and is a pilgrimage site for Hindus living on Lombok. We arrive back at your booked resort at around 4.30 pm.
Duration: 2 hours
