Sidemen Trips & Tours

In the shadow of Mount Agung, this secret slice of Bali is a juicy hideout of terraced rice paddies, taro and peanut fields and lush, thick jungle. It’s an authentic and wholesome piece of the island and you’ll spend your days at a slower pace, swimming in hidden pools and scouring the local markets for goodies. One of the highlights is exploring the rice paddies, either on foot or by scooter, especially in the cooler mornings when the colours are vivid and the rivers trickle peacefully. You can go solo, but taking a guide with you is a wonderful insight into Balinese culture – and you’re supporting the local economy. There are also some stunning waterfalls to swim in, villages to stop at to browse local textiles and sarongs, and the canary-yellow Jembatan Kuning bridge is a good viewpoint. At the end of the day, head back to your bamboo house, an icon of Sidemen, and gaze out at the unspoiled landscape.