Mr Amrhein was told that all activities in Bali were temporarily suspended for Nyepi Day, it was reported. He was offered the opportunity to rest at the Sukawati Police Headquarters until the next day, but he reportedly asked for accommodation in a holiday villa, which was granted. A mandatory stay-at-home order is in place across Bali during the Nyepi Day of Silence celebrations, during which all outdoor activities and public transport are banned. If you do find yourself on the island over the holiday, then you'll be treated to an experience like no other. ‌The day before Nyepi is Ngrupuk, which is essentially a time to get all of the noise out of your system.

Source: Daily Mirror March 24, 2026 15:25 UTC