50 Bhikkhu Participants of Indonesia Walk for Peace 2026 Arrive in Bali

A total of 50 Bhikkhu participating in the Indonesia Walk for Peace (IWFP) 2026 arrived at the International Arrival Terminal of I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali, on Thursday (7/5/2026) evening. The Bhikkhu, originating from Thailand, Laos, and Malaysia, landed at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport around 21:30 WITA aboard AirAsia flight AK374 from Kuala Lumpur to Denpasar. Their arrival in Bali is to undertake a spiritual journey mission and peace campaign titled Indonesia Walk for Peace, walking across several regions in Indonesia. Airport authorities provided support services to ensure the group’s arrival proceeded smoothly and comfortably. Through assistance from various agencies, such as Immigration, Customs, and the Quarantine Office, the Bhikkhu’s arrival process ran without issues. General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Nugroho Jati, expressed pride in being part of welcoming the event that carries a universal message of peace. According to him, the moment also reflects Bali as a world destination that upholds values of cultural diversity, harmony, and spirituality. “I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport extends a warm welcome to all Bhikkhu participants of the Indonesia Walk for Peace. As airport managers, we feel honoured to be part of the arrival of the Bhikkhu who will begin their spiritual journey,” he stated on Friday (8/5/2026). Nugroho views the presence of the Bhikkhu as bringing a positive message regarding the importance of maintaining peace and brotherhood amid a pluralistic society. “The presence of the Bhikkhu in Bali brings a positive message about the importance of maintaining peace, harmony, and brotherhood in a diverse society. We hope this spiritual journey can provide inspiration to many parties,” Nugroho continued. The Indonesia Walk for Peace is a cross-regional spiritual journey ritual in commemoration of Vesak Day. The Bhikkhu undertaking the Thudong ritual will cover thousands of kilometres on foot across various cities in Bali, East Java, Central Java, and the Special Region of Yogyakarta before concluding at Borobudur Temple in Magelang. Through this journey, the Bhikkhu invite the public to strengthen tolerance, social care, and harmonious coexistence amid Indonesia’s national diversity.