Seven Day Nyepi Bali Photography Tour and Workshop presented by Mark Rayner and David Metcalf

Seven Day Nyepi Bali Photography Tour and Workshop presented by Mark Rayner and David Metcalf

26 March to 2 April 2014

Book now to secure your spot on this amazing photography workshop and tour. Hi , Dayak Dave (David Metcalf) and Buffalo Master (myself) are pleased to announce our next Bali adventure photography workshop and tour.

The workshop is planned to coincide with Nyepi, a very special week of festivities, held once a year on the Island of the Gods. This workshop is designed to challenge you as a photographer, teach you new skills and techniques under the watchful guidance of Mark and Dave, capture some amazing Images and give you a great insight into Balinese culture at a very special time of the year. This is a workshop not to be missed.

One day prior to Nyepi is Pengrupukan when monster replica’s or Ogah Ogah’s are paraded through the streets on the shoulders of village youths who have spent weeks preparing the colourful displays. This is a feast for those with a photographers eye. Nyepi day is preceded by ceremonies such as Melasti a purification ceremony. You will get to witness Balinese Hindus carrying temple offerings and other sacred symbols to beaches or springs where the purification rituals are held. This is a time of celebration and the Island is alive with dance and music.

Nyepi (the day of silence) is the most Important day on the Balinese calendar and a wonderful and unique opportunity to photograph the spectacular colour and spirit of the days before and after Nyepi. However this is not all you will see!

Dave and Mark will be take you to some very special non-touristy locations to photograph many aspects of Bali including stunning views over ricefields and Volcanos, Sunrise over Mount Agung and Lake Batur, ancient temples in the most historic area of Bali, Kusumba a fascinating fishing village and a opportunity to photograph the salt makers of the area and colourful fishing boats.

And then there's the wildlife! There will be plenty to interest bird and wildlife photographers as we include the famous Monkey Forest and Bali Bird Park, Rural Balinese life incl the duck farmers, however perhaps the greatest highlight will be the very special dance and music performance that will be performed by the local people from the ancient village of Pejeng.

The beautiful Balinese dancers will amaze you! The evening of dance is very unique, as not only traditional dance and music will be performed but also the amazing Kecak dance, followed by dinner under the stars in front of an ancient Balinese temple. This performance will be truly unforgettable and will be performed only for the photography group in a natural setting beside the World Heritage listed Pakerisan river.

David Metcalf, now living in Indonesia, has travelled extensively in Bali and Indonesia for the last thirteen years. In his younger days Dave and his wife Stephanie travelled 20,000 kms by bicycle through 12 different countries. Dayak Dave as he is known in Indonesia, due to his love and interest of the Dayak tribe of Kalimantan, has a great interest and passion for everything Indonesian and Bali in particular. Keep an eye out for his amazing new book about his travels throughout Indonesia to be released in the New Year. The price for your Bali Nyepi adventure is USD $3900.00 (sole occupancy) Which includes: * 7 Nights accommodation at the beautiful Puri Sunia Resort. * 7 Breakfasts * 4 Lunches * 4 Dinners * Special Dance performance at a historic village near Ubud * VIP 'Visitor On Arrival' service * All ground transport incl pick up and return to the airport. * Sarongs * E book with best Images from the tour * Professional photographers and guides fees. A $500.00 deposit will secure your position. To find out more about this incredible photographic adventure and learning experience click on the link -> here. To book, simply complete the form at the bottom of the page -> here. or call Mark on 0459 221678. In the spirit of Christmas, if you book before 31 December, we'll knock 5% off the workshop fee. We'd love to have you along. Cheers, Mark