Reviving Traditional Maluku Knowledge
Discover traditional Maluku heritage through hands-on workshop experience and contribute to reviving sacred and rare knowledge…
Dive into the world of a historic Maluku village along the Spice Route, learn woodworking techniques with local master carpenters, cook authentic local dishes and visit a rare traditional fishing weir (sero tancap) entirely made of bamboo.
Galeri Kaitetu is a non-profit organisation
All benefits go to the village of Kaitetu
(Open every day, bookings 24h in advance)
Learn traditional Maluku woodworking techniques with master carpenters who use local materials including sagu leaves roof thatch, complex rope work made with gamutu or ijuk (Arenga Pinnata) threads, and ‘Gaba-Gaba’ panels from the sago tree midribs and bambu pegs.
Learn from Kaitetu women who preserve original Maluku recipes from generation to generation. Cooking in a natural setting by the riverside, participants can also enjoy the results themselves, including Papeda Kuah Kuning, Sambal Blimbing Asam, Bakusona and Sinole pastries, and many more dishes!
Discover traditional ways of reef fishing in Ambon, including a boat trip offshore to the large wooden fish trap weir (trap enclosure) embedded into the sea floor. Learn from local fishermen about their ancient and intricate techniques and gain insights into the customary practices that have sustained these traditions for generations – while also enjoying a delicious lunch of fresh fish and other local delicacies.
