Discover the craftsmanship and cultural meaning behind Jaffna’s traditional drums during an interactive session with a skilled local artisan. Observe how natural materials are shaped and assembled, take part in selected stages of the process and learn how drums are used in celebrations, rituals and performances. Ideal for music lovers and cultural travellers, the experience concludes with an opportunity to practise traditional rhythms.

Experience Highlights

• Meet a traditional drum maker and discover the stages involved in creating a drum
• Take part in a guided, hands-on crafting activity using traditional tools and materials
• Learn basic rhythms and experience the sound of Jaffna’s traditional drums

What’s Included

• Welcome drink
• English- and Tamil-speaking local host or guide
• Interaction with an experienced traditional artisan
• Live drum-making demonstration
• Guided hands-on participation in selected crafting stages
• Introduction to traditional materials, tools and techniques
• Basic drum-playing session
• Bottled water

Additional Information

• Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
• Starting Times: Morning or afternoon, subject to artisan availability
• Languages: English and Tamil
• Meeting Point: Selected artisan workshop or an agreed location in Jaffna
• Accessibility: Suitable for beginners and travellers of different skill levels. Please inform us in advance of any mobility requirements.
• Dress Code: Comfortable clothing and closed shoes are recommended for workshop safety.
• Crafting Information: Due to the time required to complete a traditional drum, participants will usually contribute to selected stages rather than create an entire drum during the session.

Journe may reschedule the experience due to artisan availability or other unforeseen circumstances.