Youth for Tempe: Catalysts of Change – Lodtunduh, Gianyar
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Youth for Tempe: Catalysts of Change

With local hero Benny · Lodtunduh Village, Gianyar Regency

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Duration 2–3 hours
Group size 2–10 guests
Location Lodtunduh, Gianyar
Getting there 25 min from central Ubud
Setting Indoor
Availability By arrangement

In short: Youth for Tempe: Catalysts of Change is a private 2–3 hour journey with local hero Benny in Lodtunduh Village, Gianyar Regency (25 min from central Ubud). Group size 2–10 guests; availability by arrangement. Transport to and from the experience is not included (we can arrange a pickup), and the price depends on the size of your group: send a request for availability and a quote.

Youth for Tempe: Catalysts of Change with Benny
About

Meet Benny

Benny develops innovative tempe-based products that combine traditional Indonesian food heritage with sustainable and ethical production practices. By using locally sourced ingredients and supporting fair partnerships with farmers, his initiative strengthens local food systems and encourages responsible consumption. Through culinary innovation and education, the program promotes sustainable entrepreneurship, supports community-based food resilience, and inspires younger generations to value local resources and traditions.

Highlight activities

What you will do

  1. 01

    Enjoy a welcome tasting of traditional tempe and local snacks.

  2. 02

    Savor creative tempe dishes, desserts, and sweet treats.

  3. 03

    Explore the fermentation process during a guided Tempe Museum tour.

  4. 04

    Learn how Indonesian soybeans are transformed into fresh tempe.

  5. 05

    Try a hands-on tempe wrapping experience and bring home your creation.

The experience covers

What's included

Included

  • ✓Experienced local storyteller/facilitator fluent in English and Indonesian
  • ✓Community support contribution (local villager fee and cultural preservation)
  • ✓Umbrella or raincoat provided based on weather conditions
  • ✓On-site first aid kit available for safety
  • ✓Ethical Bali orientation provided at each destination
  • ✓All activities, tools, ingredients and materials for workshops or classes

Refreshments, meals and souvenirs: as described in the highlights above. Ask us if you need to know more before you book.

Not included

  • ×Transportation to and from the experience location
  • ×Personal expenses (shopping, extra snacks, etc.)
  • ×Airfare and airport transfers
  • ×Accommodation and lodging
  • ×Travel insurance
  • ×Any medical expenses not covered on-site
Before you go

Good to know

Getting there

Lodtunduh Village, Gianyar Regency (25 min from central Ubud). Transport is not included; we can arrange a private pickup.

Group size

Set up for 2–10 guests. Smaller or larger group? Ask us and we will check with the host.

What to bring

Refillable water bottle/tumbler · Personal medication · Sunscreen · Hat and sunglasses (if applicable) · Insect or mosquito repellent · Hand sanitizer

Please leave at home

Expensive jewelry or valuables · Single-use plastics · Loud music devices · Inappropriate clothing (esp. for temples) · Alcohol or drugs

FAQ

Questions people ask

How much does it cost? +

Each journey is arranged directly with the local hero for your date and group, so the price depends on how many of you there are. A part of every booking supports their work. Send a request and we reply by email within 24 hours with availability and the full details. Nothing is paid on this website.

Is transport included? +

Transport to and from the experience is not included in the standard price. Tell us where you are staying in the request form and we can arrange a private pickup.

Our group is smaller or larger than the listed group size. Can we still go? +

Often, yes. The group size shown is what the host is set up for. Tell us how many you are and we will check with the host before we quote.

Can we combine several experiences, or add a night in the village? +

Yes. Many guests pair two experiences in one day, or add one of our 2 days 1 night packages. Mention it in your request and we will plan the route.

Check availability

Tell us who is coming

Your date, your group and where you are staying. We check with Benny and reply by email within 24 hours with availability and everything you need to confirm.

Host is set up for 2–10 guests.

By sending you agree to be contacted by email about this request. We never share your details.

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Plan your trip

Make it a full day, or a night in the village

Pair this with another experience nearby, or add one of our 2 days 1 night journeys. Tell us what you have in mind.

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