The Vanguard Code
Guardian guidelines: why the community is the primary subject of DTW and their duties in preserving sustainability.
Philosophy: Community as the Subject
Daya Tarik Wisata (DTW) Jatiluwih is not merely a stunning rice terrace landscape that has amazed the world. Behind its beauty are the village residents (krama desa) who for centuries have maintained the balance between humans, nature, and spirituality through the Tri Hita Karana philosophy. The community is not the object of tourism, but the primary subject that brings to life, maintains, and passes down this cultural landscape.
The Vanguard Code is the official guide for all village residents and eco-guardians to ensure that every tourism activity runs in harmony with customary values and environmental sustainability.
Responsibilities of Village Residents
Every resident of Desa Adat Jatiluwih has a vital role as a guardian of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Adat Guardian (Pecalang)
Ensuring security and order in the DTW area, enforcing customary rules, and being the front line in welcoming tourists with a friendly and dignified attitude.
Subak Manager (Pekaseh)
Maintaining the traditional irrigation system, managing fair water distribution, and ensuring the terraced rice fields remain productive as a food source and landscape beauty.
Youth (Sekaa Teruna)
Becoming agents of change who combine local wisdom with modern innovation, including digital documentation and environmental education for visitors.
PKK Women & Residents
Supporting village economic resilience through local products, traditional cuisine, and maintaining cleanliness and beauty of the village environment.
Waste Management Rules
Cleanliness is a reflection of village honor. Every individual is responsible for the waste they produce.
- Sort at Source: All waste must be sorted into organic, inorganic, and residue before disposal at designated sites.
- Zero Plastic in Rice Field Areas: Strictly prohibited to bring or dispose of single-use plastic in rice field and subak irrigation areas.
- Communal Composting: Organic waste from households and food stalls is collected to be processed into compost for village agriculture.
- Village Waste Bank: Economically valuable inorganic waste is collected at the village waste bank for recycling or sale.
- Customary Sanctions: Violations of cleanliness rules will be subject to sanctions according to village awig-awig (customary regulations).
Subak Preservation
Subak is Bali's traditional irrigation system recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage. In Jatiluwih, several subaks manage hundreds of hectares of terraced rice fields.
- Do Not Damage Water Channels: Prohibited from disposing waste, chemicals, or sewage into subak irrigation channels.
- Respect Irrigation Schedules: Water distribution is arranged based on subak deliberation and must not be taken unilaterally.
- Protect Rice Field Dikes: Visitors and residents must walk on designated paths to avoid damaging rice field dikes.
- Organic Farming: Prioritize the use of organic fertilizers and environmentally friendly farming methods to maintain soil fertility.
Visitor Behavior Guidelines
As eco-guardians, village residents are also tasked with educating visitors about visiting etiquette.
Respect Sacred Places
Visitors must wear a sash when entering temple areas. Photography with disrespectful poses in sacred areas is prohibited.
Stay on Trekking Trails
Use official trekking trails that have been provided. Do not cut through active rice fields or ritual areas.
Take Your Trash Back
There are no trash bins in the rice field area. Visitors must bring back all trash they brought in.
Support Local Economy
Buy products and services from local residents. Every purchase directly contributes to the welfare and preservation of the village.