Excursion Art & handicrafts tour at Lombok Island

Explore the local handicraft traditions and communities of Lombok during this memorable, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Gili Mas, Banyumulek Village, Pottery Workshop, Pottery-Making Demonstration, and Shopping

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one hour drive to the artistic village of Banyumulek, one of the major producers of pottery in west Lombok. Upon arrival, visit a pottery workshop for an opportunity to observe one of the craftsmen at work. During Lombok's early days, its villagers transformed the clay soil into kitchenware and housewares for daily living, as well as irrigation systems for towns and fields. The people of this village have created pottery works for generations, and most seem to possess the natural talent and motivation to keep the pottery-making tradition alive.

Sukarara Village, Weaving Workshop and Weaving Demonstration, and Shopping

Next, re-board your coach and continue on to the village of Sukarara, one of the impressive traditional weaving centres on Lombok Island. Indonesia's weaving art form is varied and distinctive from island-to-island, and even village-to-village. Upon arrival at Sukarara Village, visit a weaving workshop for a weaving demonstration. Lombok weaving at Sukarara Village is impressive, with its beautiful motifs and designs. Observe very young girls cleverly playing the threads and wooden looms, creating patterns using figures of the moon, flowers, dragon, etc. Following the weaving demonstration, you may browse the woven goods available for sale. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour and 15 minutes back drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Lembar, Lombok, Banyumulek Village, Pottery Workshop, Pottery-Making Demonstration, Sukarara Village, Weaving Workshop, Weaving Demonstration, Shopping

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 164 yards (about 150 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. Walking at the pottery and weaving workshops is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary.

Infrastructure in Gili Mas is basic: coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. Traffic may impact the duration of your tour. While riding your coach you may observe local life and Lombok countryside. Although English is very popular language in Indonesia, local Tour Guides tend to have a strong accent therefore we urge flexibility and understanding.