Sidemen is one of Bali's hidden treasures — a stunning valley of terraced rice paddies in East Bali with sweeping views of Mount Agung. The valley walk follows quiet farm paths through working rice fields, traditional compound villages, and past women weaving ikat textiles. Far less visited than Ubud's walks.
| Difficulty | Easy |
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Trail facts
- Trail area
- Sidemen, Karangasem
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Location
-8.4992, 115.4512 View on map
Highlights
- Mount Agung views from the valley
- Traditional ikat weaving villages
- Working rice terrace paddies
- Authentic Balinese village life
- Far fewer tourists
Tips for visiting
- Stay overnight in Sidemen for the full experience
- Visit ikat weaving workshops in the village
- Sunrise from the valley on clear mornings reveals a spectacular Mount Agung view
- Most guesthouses can arrange walking guides