If you’re dreaming of a family holiday that blends adventure, relaxation, and a touch of luxury, Wapa di Ume Sidemen is hard to beat. Tucked away in the lush hills of Sidemen, this peaceful resort offers families the chance to truly unwind and connect with nature, without giving up the little indulgences that make a getaway special.

The highlight? The stunning Family Wapa Lux Tents. Imagine waking up to the sounds of the birds and gentle breezes, with panoramic views of rice terraces and jungle-covered Sidemen hills. These spacious tents are beautifully designed to combine comfort with an authentic Bali experience, complete with a private plunge pool, ample space for the kids, and thoughtful touches that make travelling as a family easy.

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Why should your family stay at Wapa di Ume Sidemen?

• Wapa Di Ume Sidemen is nestled in the lush hills of East Bali, surrounded by rice terraces and Mount Agung views. Kids and adults alike will love the sense of space, fresh air, and connection with nature
• Their Family Luxury Tents and spacious villas blend comfort with adventure. The tents offer a fun glamping experience with private pools, perfect for splashing about or relaxing together
• The resort’s tranquil location is far from the busy south Bali tourist areas. It’s ideal for families seeking a slower pace, where children can safely explore the gardens and pathways. The Cening Playground is perfect for families to enjoy, the kids can burn off some energy while the parents relax in the hammock
• The Sleeping Gajah restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring a blend of Balinese and international dishes, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. They’re happy to accommodate little tastebuds – plus, adults can savour the fantastic views with every meal
• From Balinese culture classes to nature walks, cycling through rice fields, or simply enjoying the infinity pool, there’s plenty to keep all ages entertained without feeling overwhelmed

Tips before your stay at Wapa di Ume Sidemen

• Explore the Wapa Di Ume Sidemen website and book massages and tours that interest your family.
• Organise a private driver to transfer you to the resort. You can also book a transfer through the Wapa Di Ume Sidemen website.
• Consider what is nearby to explore and also where you will stay after you have been in Sidemen. Perhaps move on to Ubud, Amed or Candi Dasa?

Wapa di Ume Sidemen Overview

Wapa Di Ume Sidemen is a peaceful boutique resort set among rice terraces with stunning views of Mount Agung. It offers a mix of luxurious rooms, private pool villas, and unique family-friendly luxury tents. Guests can enjoy three pools, a spa, a yoga pavilion, and a restaurant serving Balinese and international dishes. Activities include rice field walks, cycling, yoga, and cultural workshops. Located in East Bali, it’s a perfect base for the family to explore traditional villages and nature, while enjoying warm Balinese hospitality.

Rooms at Wapa di Ume Sidemen

Wapa di Ume Sidemen offers a selection of thoughtfully designed accommodations that blend comfort with the natural beauty of East Bali. Each room features air conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities, ensuring a relaxing stay amidst the serene surroundings. There is a range of different room categories available, including Lanai Room, Di Ume Suites, One-Bedroom Pool Villas and the new Luxury Tents.

Family Lux Tents at Wapa Di Ume Sidemen

The Family Lux Tents are perfect for a family of 4, combining two tents connected by an outdoor lounge space overlooking the private pool. The pool is ideal for the kids to splash around in, and parents can enjoy a drink as the sun sets over the Sidemen hills. This is glamping at its best!

All the luxuries, including a huge king-size bed, a full bathroom with a separate toilet, a shower and double basins. Also, a mini bar including drinks and snacks. Each bedroom can be locked with a key, and the front door to the Family Lux Tent also has a key. We always felt safe, thanks to the presence of overnight security and cameras monitoring the paths.

Pools at Wapa di Ume Sidemen

The pools at Wapa di Ume Sidemen are a big hit with families looking to unwind and soak in the scenery. The pools are located within the main building, which also features a restaurant, Bar 57, and a gym. The upper pool is stunning, with the infinity pool overlooking the river valley below. The lower pool, situated in front of the gym, is an ideal spot to relax with a book.

With plenty of loungers and umbrellas scattered around, it’s an easygoing place to spend a chilled afternoon together, surrounded by the stunning Sidemen valley. With kids, we preferred the upper pool, and you could also use the phone nearby to order poolside service.

Dining at Wapa di Ume Sidemen

Wapa Di Ume features one main restaurant, Sleeping Gajah Kitchen & Lounge, located in the main building, and the level above is Bar57, where you can enjoy afternoon tea, happy hour and delicious drinks.

Sleeping Gajah Kitchen & Lounge

Open 7 am to 10 pm

Sleeping Gajah Kitchen & Lounge at Wapa di Ume Sidemen offers relaxed, family-friendly dining with stunning views of the hills and river. The menu features a blend of Balinese, Asian, and Western dishes, offering a diverse range of options for both children and vegetarians. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy fresh, delicious meals together in a beautiful, peaceful setting. The staff were lovely and we enjoyed all of the food we ate. The prices were reasonable for a luxury resort.

Breakfast is selected from the à la carte menu (photos below) and is available from 7:00 am to 11:00 am. Your choice of package at booking a room or tent with Wapa Di Ume Sidemen will determine if breakfast is included in the price.

Sleeping Gajah Kitchen & Lounge Menu

Bar57

Open 11am to 10pm

Walk up the stairs from Sleeping Gajah, and you will find Bar57 – a great spot to relax with a drink and enjoy the Sidemen Valley views. Happy hours are held between 5:00 and 7:00 pm, and complimentary afternoon tea is available from 3:30 to 4:30 pm. The afternoon tea is included for all guests and features delicious Balinese snacks and refreshing teas.

Room Service

You can order food to your room or tent from the Sleeping Gajah menu or even have a floating breakfast delivered to your private pool. I loved ordering the dadar gulung for dessert while the kids were asleep!

Kapha Spa at Wapa di Ume Sidemen

Open 8 am to 8 pm

Book here for a spa treatment at Kapha Spa

The Kapha Spa at Wapa Di Ume Sidemen is a serene sanctuary nestled among rice terraces, offering holistic treatments that blend Balinese and global traditions. With open-air rooms that overlook the lush valley, guests can unwind with massages, flower baths, and healing rituals, all designed to restore balance and harmony with nature.

Activities at Wapa di Ume Sidemen

Staying at Wapa Di Ume Sidemen isn’t just about relaxation – it’s a chance for families to connect with Bali’s culture and nature in meaningful, memorable ways. The resort offers a variety of complimentary and paid activities that cater to all ages, allowing kids and adults to explore, create, and unwind together.

Outdoor playground

The outdoor playground at Wapa Di Ume Sidemen, located near the river, is an excellent place for kids to run around while parents relax in the hammock. The playground includes a trampoline and a swing. The kids loved this playground, and so did I!

Making Canang Sari offerings

A complimentary activity offered to families is learning the art of creating a canang sari offering. The staff will explain the Balinese culture and the daily offerings placed around the island.

Yoga

The complimentary yoga class, held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8:00 a.m., is a great way to start the day. The yoga pavilion is stunning, with the most amazing views across the river. Highly recommended!

Gym

Open from 7 am to 10 pm

The gym is located at the lower pool and features a wide range of equipment, offering stunning views while you exercise.

Bicycles

Complimentary bikes are available for guests, making it easy to set off together and explore the quiet village roads and countryside around Sidemen. It’s a relaxed way to take in the scenery, with little traffic and lots of friendly faces along the way. There is also table tennis in the lobby building.

Walking Tour

Melali di Ume Trekking is available, and the complimentary light trekking near the resort takes place at 7 am. Our lovely guide showed us the local rice paddie,s and we walked down to the river. An easy walk, kids are very welcome.

Driving Tour

The Sidemen sightseeing tour is complimentary and departs daily at 10 am. Your personal driver first takes you to a beautiful part of Sidemen, where you can wander around and take photos. Next is a visit to the honey farm where the guide will explain the Bali black bees, and you get to taste the honey. You then return to Wapa Di Ume via Sidemen town, our tour took approximately. 1.5 hours and was a great experience.

Wapa Di Ume Sidemen Resort Grounds

The grounds at Wapa di Ume Sidemen are a serene blend of natural beauty and refined design, set among terraced rice fields with sweeping views of Mount Agung. Winding stone paths connect open-air bamboo pavilions, tranquil pools, the outdoor playground and the gorgeous river below the resort. The Wapa Lux Tents are thoughtfully integrated into the landscape, offering a unique glamping experience with panoramic views.

Nearby to Wapa Di Ume Sidemen

It is easy to explore near Wapa Di Ume Sidemen as the road is not busy and is easy to walk with beautiful Mt Agung views. If you need the ATM or a mini-mart, it will be easier for the resort driver to take you as it’s quite a walk in the heat.

There is a range of eating options close to Wapa Di Ume Sidemen. Citrus and Vine is the coffee shop attached to the Samanvaya Luxury Resort & Spa. It offers delicious coffee and toasties, plus the gelato is truly delightful! The Samanvaya is an adults-only resort, but the Asri Dining restaurant welcomes families with children, and those under 12 years are welcome until 7 pm.

D’padi Restaurant is a cheaper option with delicious food and stunning views.

Also, next to the entrance to Wapa, you will find the laundry we used, Camana Laundry.

Things to do in Sidemen

Sidemen is a peaceful and family-friendly part of Bali where you can slow down and truly connect with nature. Sidemen offers a wide range of activities, including Mt. Batur hikes, driving tours to the Tirta Gangga Water Palace or Taman Ujung Water Palace, rafting on the Telaga Waja River, and silver-making classes. Sidemen is also home to a variety of waterfalls. We love exploring nearby, and Gembleng Waterfall is a nearby choice easy to access from Wapa Di Ume Sidemen.

Location of Wapa di Ume Sidemen

Wapa di Ume Sidemen is tucked away in the peaceful village of Sidemen, in Karangasem Regency, East Bali. It’s built on a lush hillside overlooking rice terraces, jungle valleys, and the majestic peaks of Mount Agung. The drive takes approximately 2 hours from Ngurah Rai Airport and is about 1 hour from Ubud. I highly recommend also staying in Amed and Candi Dasa if you venture to Sidemen, East Bali is very special.

Map of Sidemen

We love staying a few nights in Sidemen; it is beautiful and peaceful. Wapa di Ume Sidemen is a lovely resort where you can enjoy all that Sidemen has to offer while retaining the luxury element of your family’s stay. The staff are all so beautiful and enhance the Sidemen experience.

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Kate xx

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Note: We were hosted for our stay by Wapa di Ume Sidemen for the accommodation but paid for spa treatments and dining.