From March 1, 2024, entrance fees to the Lempuyang Temple, located in the traditional village of Purwayu in the Abang District of Karangasem.
This decision comes in the wake of the regional government’s introduction of taxes and fees on several tourist attractions in the Karangasem region. According to I Nyoman Jati, the Bender of Purwayu Traditional Village, a 10% regional tax and levy was introduced, leading to a consensus during the Paruman to increase ticket prices for both domestic and international visitors.
Jati confirmed on Friday (February 23, 2024) that the decision to adjust ticket prices was taken after considering the involvement of tour guides and village officials. He emphasized that the price adjustment is moderate, making the new fares lower than other attractions that have recently undergone similar revisions. Specifically, the entrance fee for domestic tourists will increase from IDR 30,000 to IDR 40,000, while international visitors will see an increase from IDR 55,000 to IDR 70,000.
The intention behind the modest increase, Jati noted, is to avoid imposing an unnecessary financial burden on tourists visiting the revered Lempuyang Temple. He assured that the revised prices are still within a reasonable range. Ahead of the price change, Jati noted that announcements have been made on social media platforms and communication has been extended to all travel agencies, urging them to inform potential visitors about the new entry prices effective from March 1, 2024.
Jati expressed hope that the adjustment in ticket prices will not deter tourists from visiting Lempuyang Temple, a site known for its spiritual significance and natural beauty, and remains optimistic about maintaining high visitor numbers.
Bali recently introduced tourist tax
Bali has imposed a new tourist levy of 150,000 Indonesian rupiah (about $10) for foreign visitors since February 14.
This fee, which is collected upon arrival at the airport or through the government’s online platforms, is intended for cultural and environmental conservation, improving public services and infrastructure development.
The move brings Bali in line with other global destinations such as Iceland, Paris and Greece, which have also introduced or increased tourism taxes for various sustainability and infrastructure efforts.
