Lombok’s Rice Harvest Season Tour. 2D1N Rice Harvest Experience

Experience the Magic of Lombok’s Rice Harvest Season Tours

An Authentic Village Adventure with Lombok Heritage

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Join Lombok Heritage for an unforgettable Rice Harvest Season Tour in Tetebatu. Explore farming life, join traditional harvest rituals, and connect with local Sasak culture.

🌾 Welcome to the Heartbeat of Lombok: The Rice Harvest Season

Imagine standing in a sea of golden rice fields, the sun casting a warm glow over Tetebatu’s lush landscape, while the sounds of laughter and traditional harvest songs fill the air. This is Lombok’s Rice Harvest Season—a sacred and festive time that blends hard work, community, and celebration.

At Lombok Heritage, we invite you to go beyond sightseeing. Our Rice Harvest Season Tours offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience rural life in Tetebatu, interact with local farmers, and participate in ancient Sasak traditions passed down for generations.

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, photographer, eco-traveler, or family looking for meaningful travel, this tour promises stories, skills, and smiles you’ll carry home forever.

📍 Where It Happens: Tetebatu Cultural Village, East Lombok

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rinjani, Tetebatu is a tranquil, undiscovered gem. Unlike crowded tourist spots, here you’ll find authentic village life where time slows down and people still greet strangers like family.

Tetebatu is known for:

• Its UNESCO-recognized farming practices

• Lush terraced rice fields

• Sasak hospitality and culture

• Volcanic springs and waterfalls

And during harvest season (May to August), this peaceful village transforms into a living stage of tradition, teamwork, and thanksgiving.

🌾 What Makes the Rice Harvest Season Tour Special?

✅ Hands-on Rice Harvesting
✅ Join a Local Farmer Family
✅ Traditional Music & Rituals
✅ Farm-to-Table Organic Lunch
✅ Coconut Climbing & Buffalo Bathing
✅ Nature Walk to Waterfalls & Viewpoints
✅ Cultural Storytelling Around the Fire
✅ Support Sustainable Tourism & Local Economy

This isn’t just a tour—it’s a cultural immersion rooted in respect, sustainability, and storytelling.

🗓️ 2D1N Rice Harvest Experience – Full Itinerary

📅 Day 1: Arrival, Cultural Connection & Harvest Ceremony

08:00 – Pick-up & Drive to Tetebatu
From Mataram, Senggigi, or Kuta, our driver will welcome you in a private AC car and take you through scenic countryside roads to Tetebatu (2–3 hours). Along the way, enjoy glimpses of daily Sasak life and volcanic vistas.

11:00 – Arrival & Traditional Welcome
Arrive at our local homestay or eco-lodge in Tetebatu. You’ll be greeted with Sasak herbal tea (tuak manis) and a short introduction to the rice culture and harvest rituals.

12:30 – Lunch at Local Farm Kitchen
Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch made from fresh organic vegetables, rice, and spices grown in the surrounding fields.

14:00 – Rice Harvest Experience Begins
Grab your traditional hat and sickle! You'll be guided by local farmers to:

• Cut and gather rice bundles

• Join the rhythmic threshing process

• Learn how to dry and store rice traditionally

• Participate in fun harvest chants and laughter

17:00 – Cultural Harvest Ceremony & Music
As the sun sets, villagers gather for Tandak Bale, a traditional dance and music celebration to honor Dewi Sri, the rice goddess. Participate in singing, dancing, and storytelling.

18:30 – Dinner Under the Stars
A rustic outdoor dinner with the farming family. Enjoy specialties like urap sayur, ayam taliwang, and fresh coconut water.

20:00 – Fire Circle Stories & Village Life Q&A
Relax around a fire circle with tea and roasted peanuts. Hear firsthand from elders about farming traditions, festivals, and the changing climate’s impact on rice growing.

Overnight: Traditional Sasak-style homestay or eco-lodge

📅 Day 2: Nature Walk, Local Skills & Farewell

06:00 – Sunrise Over Rice Terraces
Optional early walk to the Tetebatu Viewpoint to watch the sun rise over Rinjani and the sea of rice paddies below.

07:00 – Village Breakfast
Enjoy a hearty breakfast of nasi urap, banana pancakes, and Lombok coffee.

08:00 – Farming Skills & Coconut Climbing
Learn traditional farming tools, try pounding rice with a wooden mortar, and even try your hand at climbing a coconut tree with help from locals!

09:30 – Short Trek to Waterfalls
Cool off with a light jungle trek to Sarang Walet or Ulem Ulem waterfall, where you can swim or relax with your feet in the stream.

11:00 – Farewell Snack & Handmade Souvenir
Before departure, receive a handmade woven bracelet or rice-husk craft as a token of gratitude. Exchange hugs and goodbyes.

12:00 – Return Trip or Extend Your Stay
Head back to your hotel, or ask us to help you extend your stay for a Sasak cooking class, herbal walk, or Rinjani foothills trek.

💡 What You’ll Learn

By the end of this experience, you’ll understand:

• The full life cycle of rice, from seed to plate

• How local communities balance nature and tradition

• Why rice is not just food, but culture and religion in Sasak life

• How you can support regenerative tourism and preserve traditions

🎒 What to Bring

• Light long pants & t-shirt (you’ll get muddy!)

• Sunscreen & hat

• Reusable water bottle

• Sandals or trekking shoes

• Camera or journal

• Curiosity & a smile!

💰 Price & Inclusions

2D1N Rice Harvest Tour Package:
From IDR 1,850,000 / person (min. 2 pax)
Discounts for families, students, and groups

✅ Included:

• Pick-up and return transfer

• 3 meals + snacks and drinks

• Guided harvest activity & nature trek

• Cultural show and ceremony

• Overnight stay in local homestay

• English-speaking local guide

• Donation to village fund

❌ Not Included:

• Personal travel insurance

• Tips for guides (optional but appreciated)

• Additional nights or optional activities

🤝 Why Book with Lombok Heritage?

🌿 Sustainable & Ethical Tourism
Your visit supports local families, artisans, and farmers directly.

🧡 Authentic Village Immersion
We don’t stage activities. What you see is real life—and you’re part of it.

📸 Photogenic Landscapes & Candid Moments
Capture the golden fields, smiling faces, and epic sunrises.

🌏 Award-Winning Local Team
Born and raised in Tetebatu, our guides are not just translators—they’re storytellers, stewards, and hosts of their homeland.

✍️ How to Book

👉 Reserve Your Spot: tetebatutour.com

📞 WhatsApp: Mr. Ibrahim

📞 WhatsApp: Mr. Ukenk

Bookings are open May–August during the Rice Harvest Season. Reserve your spot early—spaces are limited to ensure an intimate, non-commercial experience.

🧭 Want More?

Why not combine your rice harvest tour with:

• Sasak Weaving & Traditional Textile Tour

• Sunset Tour at Selong Belanak Beach

• Bamboo Craft Workshop

Build your custom itinerary with Lombok Heritage and explore Lombok’s hidden treasures with heart and soul.

❤️ What Guests Say

“One of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. I felt like part of the family.”
– Maria, Spain

“Not just a tour—it’s a connection. I cried during the harvest song!”
– Alex, Australia

“Tetebatu is heaven. Lombok Heritage made me fall in love with Lombok’s culture.”
– Rika, Jakarta

The Rice Harvest Season in Lombok is more than just reaping crops. It’s a beautiful metaphor for life, community, and gratitude. In a world moving too fast, take a break. Walk barefoot through the fields, laugh with local farmers, eat food made with love, and rediscover the joy of simple, shared moments.

Book your Lombok Rice Harvest Season Tour with Lombok Heritage at www.tetebatutour.com—where every step connects you to the soul of Sasak culture.