Sidemen is like Ubud before Eat Pray Love. This sleepy town is the true essence of Bali - everything moves slowly and with respect to nature. Sidemen is also home to some truly epic villas with incredible volcano and rice terrace views.
Hike rice paddies with a local guide, craft with local artisans, try farm-to-table cooking, visit Gembleng Waterfall, stay in a treehouse + explore Sidemen market (go before 9AM).
April to October is the dry season, ideal for visits. If you want to photograph/see the greenest rice terrace views, aim for rice harvest seasons: March-April or Sept-Oct.
Sidemen offers a true Bali experience. See working rice fields, meet traditional craftspeople, and find iconic treehouse stays. It's perfect if you crave a chill village atmosphere.