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Terunyan Cemetery: Unique Burial Tradition
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Explore Terunyan Cemetery’s unique open-air burials, accessible by boat, offering cultural insights and stunning Lake Batur views.
Explore Terunyan Cemetery’s unique open-air burials, accessible by boat, offering cultural insights and stunning Lake Batur views.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Trunyan Cemetery - Trunyan Cemetery offers a distinctive cultural experience in Bali, Indonesia, inviting visitors to explore the traditional burial grounds of the Terunyan village, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Batur. This cemetery is renowned for its unique burial practice, where bodies are neither buried nor cremated but are instead…
- Trunyan Cemetery - Trunyan Cemetery offers a distinctive cultural experience in Bali, Indonesia, inviting visitors to explore the traditional burial grounds of the Terunyan village, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Batur. This cemetery is renowned for its unique burial practice, where bodies are neither buried nor cremated but are instead placed beneath a sacred Taru Menyan tree. This tree is believed to release a natural fragrance that neutralizes the smell of decomposition.
Highlights:
- Unique Burial Tradition – Unlike the typical Hindu cremations in Bali, the Terunyan community practices an open-air burial system, placing the deceased in bamboo cages.
- Boat Ride to the Cemetery – The cemetery is accessible exclusively by boat.
- Cultural Insights – Visitors can gain knowledge about the customs, beliefs, and history of the Terunyan people.
- Scenic Views – The tour provides breathtaking views of Lake Batur and Mount Batur.
- Skulls and Remains Display – Over time, the bones and skulls of the deceased are neatly arranged along the site.
- Batur Natural Hot Spring - Batur Natural Hot Spring is a favored geothermal attraction located near Lake Batur in Kintamani, Bali. It offers visitors the opportunity to soak in natural, mineral-rich hot water while enjoying stunning views of Mount Batur and the lake.
Highlights of Batur Natural Hot Spring:
- Relaxing Thermal Pools – The pools are filled with naturally heated volcanic water, believed to have healing properties for the skin and body.
- Scenic Views – Overlooks the serene Lake Batur and the majestic Mount Batur, providing an ideal spot for relaxation.
- Various Pool Options – There are multiple pools with varying temperatures, from warm to hot, catering to different preferences.
- Family-Friendly Facilities – Some hot springs offer kids’ pools, restaurants, and spas, making it a wonderful destination for all ages.
What's Included
- Hotel Transfer is included for the guest who choose the tour with hotel transfer
- Boat tickets
- Guide
- Entrance fee to cemetery is included,
- Hotel Transfer is included for the guest who choose the tour with hotel transfer
- Boat tickets
- Guide
- Entrance fee to cemetery is included,
What's Not Included
- Entrance ticket to hot spring is not included,
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Donation at cemetery is not included
- Entrance ticket to hot spring is not included,
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Donation at cemetery is not included
Additional Information
The Terunyan Cemetery Tour offers a distinctive cultural experience in Bali, Indonesia, guiding visitors to the traditional burial grounds of the Terunyan village, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Batur. This cemetery is renowned for its unique burial practice, where bodies are neither buried nor cremated but are instead placed beneath a sacred…
The Terunyan Cemetery Tour offers a distinctive cultural experience in Bali, Indonesia, guiding visitors to the traditional burial grounds of the Terunyan village, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Batur. This cemetery is renowned for its unique burial practice, where bodies are neither buried nor cremated but are instead placed beneath a sacred Taru Menyan tree.
Highlights:
- Unique Burial Tradition – In contrast to the typical Hindu cremations in Bali, the Terunyan people, an indigenous Balinese subgroup, practice an open-air burial method, placing the deceased in bamboo cages.
- Boat Ride to the Cemetery – Access to the cemetery is exclusively by boat, adding an adventurous aspect to the tour.
- Cultural Insights – Visitors have the opportunity to learn about the customs and beliefs of the Terunyan people.
- Scenic Views – The tour provides breathtaking views of Lake and Mount Batur.
- Skulls and Remains Display – Over time, the bones and skulls of the deceased are meticulously arranged along the site.
Location
Volcano Valley
Jalan Pengalang
We will meet at parkiang area of Volcano Valley
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Megaworldasia360
Jul 2, 2025
The skulls and decomposing corpses of Terunyan cemetry - This sightseeing location may not be for everyone as there are usually several decomposing corpses at the site. Additionally, there’s a pile of skulls which are reminiscent of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh. Simply said, it’s not for the squeamish. Another barrier to getting to this site is the cost of the boat ride across the lake. The prices are seriously expensive for the twenty minute ride each way. If you’re in a group it’s doable. But as a solo traveler, the 800k IDR fee is something which needs to be considered before handing over your cash. Is the cemetery worth looking at? I would say that if you’re not doing a YouTube Video, then probably not. It’s a small site at which you’ll probably be there for no longer than fifteen minutes. To try and bolster the trip, they’ll take you to Terunyan Village first, to look at the Hindu Temple. The people who live there are descended from the original inhabitants of Bali. What was notable is their larger stature than the Balinese people you see around the tourist areas of the island. Note: The departure point for the boats is directly across the road from the ALFAMART LAKEVIEW convenience store (Google Maps).
Safe travels,
Mega.
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