BON 01 | A DAY IN THE LIFE OF BONJERUK

A visit to Bonjeruk Village ...

A visit to Bonjeruk Village begins with a gentle introduction to the soul of rural Lombok. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a cup of traditional serbat—a warm herbal drink made from ginger, spices, and palm sugar. This first taste sets the tone for the day: natural, local, and deeply rooted in community tradition.

The journey starts with a peaceful walk through expansive rice fields that frame the landscape around Bonjeruk. The footpath leads through stretches of green terraces where water glistens in the morning light. Farmers tending their fields, birds circling above, and the soft rustle of rice stalks create a natural harmony that defines the rural environment. The walk is slow and reflective, allowing visitors to absorb the scenery and the rhythm of daily life.

The first cultural stop is Presak Village

A visit to Bonjeruk Village begins with a gentle introduction to the soul of rural Lombok. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a cup of traditional serbat—a warm herbal drink made from ginger, spices, and palm sugar. This first taste sets the tone for the day: natural, local, and deeply rooted in community tradition.

The journey starts with a peaceful walk through expansive rice fields that frame the landscape around Bonjeruk. The footpath leads through stretches of green terraces where water glistens in the morning light. Farmers tending their fields, birds circling above, and the soft rustle of rice stalks create a natural harmony that defines the rural environment. The walk is slow and reflective, allowing visitors to absorb the scenery and the rhythm of daily life.

Kampung Batu Jering ...

The next destination is Kampung Batu Jering, where visitors participate in a hands-on workshop featuring Bonjeruk’s signature traditional products. Depending on the season or program, this may include preparing herbal serbat or making sate kuncung, a specialty skewer dish from the village. The workshop emphasizes the authenticity of local techniques: natural ingredients, traditional tools, and recipes maintained through family storytelling. After the workshop, lunch is served—typically featuring dishes prepared with fresh local produce and traditional Lombok flavors. Surrounded by rice fields, the meal becomes both a culinary and scenic experience.

In the early afternoon, the program continues with a bicycle tour around Bonjeruk. The cycling route moves through quiet village roads, passing historic buildings, fruit orchards, river valleys, and community spaces. Each landscape reveals a different angle of rural life, from colonial-era architecture to agricultural routines and local gathering points. The bicycle ride not only adds movement to the day but also creates a deeper connection with the physical environment of the village.

Pasar Bambu Bonjeruk

A visit to Bonjeruk Village begins with a gentle introduction to the soul of rural Lombok. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a cup of traditional serbat—a warm herbal drink made from ginger, spices, and palm sugar. This first taste sets the tone for the day: natural, local, and deeply rooted in community tradition.

The journey starts with a peaceful walk through expansive rice fields that frame the landscape around Bonjeruk. The footpath leads through stretches of green terraces where water glistens in the morning light. Farmers tending their fields, birds circling above, and the soft rustle of rice stalks create a natural harmony that defines the rural environment. The walk is slow and reflective, allowing visitors to absorb the scenery and the rhythm of daily life.

What Customers Say

Maroesja – The Netherlands

“This place is very well-organized. The people are friendly, and the village is much cleaner compared to other villages I have visited in Indonesia. I really love the food — it reminds me of my grandmother, who was originally from Indonesia. She used to cook dishes just like the ones I enjoyed here in Bonjeruk.”