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Sidemen Village Trek: Scenic Rice Fields & Views
5.0
68 Ratings
Kabupaten Karangasem
Discover the beauty of the Sidemen village on a trekking tour. Walk through the rice fields and see the daily life of the locals. Admire the beauty of the landscape and the views of Mount Agung.
Discover the beauty of the Sidemen village on a trekking tour. Walk through the rice fields and see the daily life of the locals. Admire the beauty of the landscape and the views of Mount Agung.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Sidemen - Discover the charming village of Sidemen on a trekking adventure. Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints that offer stunning vistas of the rice field terraces from a distance. Gain a fresh perspective by joining a Sidemen trekking tour.
Begin your trek at the traditional market and village of Sidemen, then ascend to the rice paddy fields, which…
- Sidemen - Discover the charming village of Sidemen on a trekking adventure. Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints that offer stunning vistas of the rice field terraces from a distance. Gain a fresh perspective by joining a Sidemen trekking tour.
Begin your trek at the traditional market and village of Sidemen, then ascend to the rice paddy fields, which have no defined steps. Head towards Mount Agung, following the irrigation path of the water source, and cross the hanging wooden bridge, suitable for both motorbikes and pedestrians.
As you trek, pass through the village and temple where local villagers come to pray. The journey involves ascending and descending streets, then walking through rice fields along the irrigation channels. Observe the locals working in their fields, engaging in activities such as plowing, cultivating, planting seeds, and harvesting.
The Sidemen Trekking tour is ideal for those eager to experience a diverse mix of plantations, people, and the everyday life of the local community.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tips
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional Information
- Wear Sun hat
- Wear hiking boots/shoes
- Suncream
- Sunglasess
- Start Point: Meeting point is at Pasar Sidemen (Sidemen Traditional Market), exactly at the shop with the sign “Upa Boga”.
- Getting to the Start Point: If you’re staying in Sidemen, please arrange transport through your hotel. We do not recommend using Grab, as some areas in Sidemen do…
- Wear Sun hat
- Wear hiking boots/shoes
- Suncream
- Sunglasess
- Start Point: Meeting point is at Pasar Sidemen (Sidemen Traditional Market), exactly at the shop with the sign “Upa Boga”.
- Getting to the Start Point: If you’re staying in Sidemen, please arrange transport through your hotel. We do not recommend using Grab, as some areas in Sidemen do not allow Grab drivers to pick up.
- Finish Point: The trek ends at Warung Ume Anyar Restaurant,located in Ogang Village–a recommended Great spot to relax and have a drink or meal after trekking
- Pick-up After the Trek: If you have a driver, kindly ask them to pick you up at the finish point around 2 hours after the trek starts. You can also book a Grab/Gojek car from the finish point (recommended)
- Optional Market Visit: Pasar Sidemen (traditional market) is open from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM. If you’d like to explore the market before trekking, we recommend booking a morning session
Location
Pasar Sidemen
Jalan Semarapura-Karangasem
The meeting point is at Pasar Sidemen (Sidemen Traditional Market), located on the main street. Please look for the shop with the sign “Upa Boga”. Once you arrive, our guide will come to meet you there.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(68 Ratings)
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234skylarj
Jul 9, 2025
Great Guide and Beautiful Views - What a great tour in Bali! Adi was by far one of the one most informative guides we have had in Bali. We had such a great time and learned so much about life in Bali. He was very forthcoming and knowledgeable about everything. He loved cracking a joke too which made it a very fun time. The views were incredible and we loved trying local fruit and vegetables. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Bali to really get a look at the local way of life.
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K6421kiclairem
Jul 8, 2025
Fantastic experience - Such a interesting tour and nice to get a perspective of how Balinese Agriculture works. Our guide brought along his two teen nephews who were fantastic with our kids (11, 8 and 6), entertaining them by making necklaces from plants as we walked along and showing them games they played with local items from their childhood.
There is abit of walking obviously, so I wouldn’t recommend if you have little kids who are not up to walking about 3km.
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Pauliner976
Jul 2, 2025
Highly recommended - Really nice time with a really nice group. Many Thanks Adi for this trekking under the sun of Sidemen, I highly recommend it!
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Tamara
Jun 29, 2025
Unforgettable experience! - I had an unforgettable trek through the rice fields in Sidemen—lush green landscapes, peaceful surroundings, and a true taste of Bali’s natural beauty. Huge thanks to our amazing guide, who went above and beyond to look after us and share local stories and hidden gems along the way.
And yes, it did rain the entire time—but let’s just say I got the “authentic tropical experience”! At least the ponchos worked... mostly. 🌧️😂 I highly recommend this adventure!
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926robbertv
Jun 23, 2025
Sidemen – A Glimpse into the Authentic Heart of Bali - Sidemen – A Glimpse into the Authentic Heart of Bali
During our journey through Bali, we were looking to escape the tourist crowds and discover something real – and we found it in Sidemen. This beautiful region offered us a glimpse into the authentic Bali, untouched by mass tourism, full of peace, nature, and genuine human connection.
We did both a guided trek through the rice terraces and hills, as well as a bicycle tour through small villages and local temples. Both were truly unforgettable. The landscapes were breathtaking – endless rice fields, palm trees, flowing rivers, and Mount Agung watching over it all like a guardian. It felt like stepping into a different time.
What made the experience so special was the interaction with the local people. We were invited into family homes, learned about traditional offerings, rice farming, and arak distillation – all in a respectful, non-commercial setting. Everyone we met was kind, open, and genuinely proud to share their way of life.
Our guide was exceptional: knowledgeable, warm, and full of fascinating insights into Balinese culture, religion, and daily life. He turned every step of the walk and every pedal on the bike into a meaningful moment.
Sidemen is the Bali of the past, still preserved in its purest form. If you’re looking for nature, peace, culture, and authentic connections, this is the place to go.
One of the absolute highlights of our trip – 5 stars, without hesitation!
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Mandy_v
Jun 20, 2025
Thankyou Adi!! - We had a super nice time with our guide Adi. He showed us all beautiful places in the rice fields and knew a lot about the farmers and the different vegetables and herbs that are planted. He also taught us a lot about the culture with a joke here and there. We definitely recommend this trek!
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1738281u6238nsbs
Jun 3, 2025
Sidemen Trekking - The views were amazing but my guide was even better! He answered all the questions I had and I felt like I learnt so much about life in Sidemen and Indonesia as well. Would highly recommend you book with this company!
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Rosie
Jun 2, 2025
Fascinating walk for the able bodied - A very interesting walk with Dayum as our informative guide. Lots of plant identification and stories about local events particularly the eruption of Mt Agung in the 1960s. Lovely group of six other European visitors.
Unfortunately the walk along the very narrow waterways was very difficult for me with my weak right knee despite Dayum's help and support. At times the path was so slippery or degraded there was a real risk of falling onto the rocks below. I am 69 so maybe out of the walk demographic. The day before I completed the local Pucak Luah Santi walk without a problem.
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Vitor_o
May 22, 2025
Great experience to get to know the local culture - What a wonderful experience getting to know more about the local Balinese culture, agriculture, and people. Our guide, Darya, was incredible—always patient and full of insightful explanations as she led us to some truly amazing spots.
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Mon
May 21, 2025
Great experience! - Highlight was the walking challenge of balancing on the irrigation system and our absolutely wonderful Guide Dayum, very knowledgeable about the plantations and the villages.
We were in a group of 5, two in our 30s, and a family in their late 50s and teenager. Small slips along the way but all manageable even with a burst of rain on our trek.
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