Sanda Plantation Hideaway
An Escape to Authentic Balinese Country Side
A little private hideaway on the slopes of sacred Mount Batukaru.
Sanda Plantation Hideaway is a productive plantation in the small traditional village of Sanda, Pupuan, in the mountains of central Bali.
We offer guests the chance to experience authentic Balinese countryside life while staying in comfort in our semi-luxury safari-style canvas tent or wooden house. Both are tucked away on elevated wooden decks within the plantation, offering beautiful views over the green Balian River valley, surrounding plantations and rice fields, with Mount Batukaru as a backdrop.
Located at 700 meters above sea level, our hideaway enjoys fresh air, pleasant daytime temperatures, and cool evenings and nights.
Some guests stay only one night as a stopover between north and south Bali — most regret it. We recommend at least two nights to truly enjoy the place (and a jeep tour!). Many guests stay a week or longer; just read the reviews.
We hope to welcome you soon!
Toine & Mega
RAINY SEASON… WORRIED ABOUT THE WEATHER ? DON’T !
It’s rainy season — so what does that mean?
We’re lucky with our location and experience far fewer rainy hours than many other inland areas of Bali, such as Ubud, Munduk, Bedugul, Sidemen, or Kintamani. Clouds coming in from the west often pass us by before releasing their rain—and if they don’t, it’s usually just a short shower. A full day of rain is very rare here.
We’re so confident that rain won’t spoil your stay that if it does, you’re welcome to come back another time — FREE OF CHARGE.
Note: our guarantee only applies for direct bookings.
accommodation
In October 2022, we launched our unique safari-style canvas Wani Tent in the heart of our plantation. Its setting, sweeping views, and the overall experience of staying in the Wani Tent are truly one of a kind — and not something you’ll easily forget.
In December 2023, we opened our wooden house to guests, especially suited for longer stays. The Tangi Wooden House is tucked away in a quiet corner of the plantation, overlooking the lush surroundings. It features a comfortable bedroom, an open-plan living area, an open bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.
Wani Tent
Our one-and-only safari-style canvas tent sits on a spacious wooden deck, perched high above the plantation and offering spectacular views over the Balian River valley and the surrounding rice fields.
We named it the Wani Tent, as it rests beneath a majestic Wani tree — a variety of wild mango native to the area.
The spacious and comfortable tent features a unique open-air bathroom — said to offer the best bathroom view in Bali!
The tent accommodates up to two adults, with space for an extra floor mattress for a child.
A varied breakfast, served on your terrace, is always included.
Tangi Wooden House
Dogs may be accepted at the Tangi Wooden House. Please contact us in advance to discuss this option.Our one-and-only, self-designed cozy wooden house is set on stilts in a quiet corner of the plantation, surrounded by a lush garden and towering fruit trees.
We named it the Tangi Wooden House, as it looks out toward a majestic Tangi tree that forms part of its view.
The house features a cozy bedroom, an open living and dining area, a spacious open-air bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.
The house accommodates up to 2 adults, with space for an extra floor mattress for a child.
Dogs may be accepted at the Tangi Wooden House. Please contact us in advance to discuss this option.
what to do
Don’t stay for just one night — you’ll probably regret it!
Most guests stay at least two or three nights, and often longer. Sanda has plenty to offer for those who enjoy the outdoors, peace, and fresh, clean air. Well-maintained walking trails lead through spectacular rice fields and lush plantations, sometimes ending at hidden waterfalls well off the beaten track.
Bali’s second-highest mountain, Mount Batukaru, is covered in some of the island’s most pristine rainforest. Sacred to the locals, it offers several beautiful forest trails leading toward the summit.
Excellent destinations for half- or full-day trips — by open jeep or motorbike — include various waterfalls, a Buddhist temple, a traditional coffee roaster, and stunning terraced rice fields. A little further away, yet ideal for a day trip, are the lakes Tamblingan, Buyan, and Beratan with the famous Ulun Danu Beratan temple, as well as Lovina Beach in the north, Soka’s black sand beach in the south, and the UNESCO-listed Jatiluwih rice fields. All can be reached within about an hour of scenic driving, and we are happy to arrange transport if needed.
Birdwatchers and photographers will enjoy the wide variety of birdlife in the area. Within our plantation, we have three dedicated bird hides.
Walk Around
Included in our Countryside Explorer package, including a picnic lunch at a private waterfall.
Check details under PACKAGES.
Sanda and the wider Pupuan area offer some of Bali’s most authentic rural scenery and are a hiker’s paradise.
From our plantation, you can walk for as long as you like along quiet plantation roads and trails, enjoying views over rice fields, plantations, valleys, and Mount Batukaru. You might even find a nearby private waterfall for a refreshing dip.
If you venture off the concrete paths into the plantations, good hiking shoes are recommended, as trails can be slippery.
We can also arrange a local farmer to guide you through the area.
Open Jeep Tour
Included in our Countryside Explorer and Cultural Heritage package.
Check details under PACKAGES.
A must-do — make time!
Pupuan is well known for its high-quality coffee, grown throughout the region.
Join a private open-jeep tour and explore coffee plantations, organic farms, and rice fields on the slopes of Mount Batukaru. The tour includes a visit to a traditional coffee roaster, the Blamantung Waterfall, and possibly a Buddhist temple with a large sleeping Buddha statue.
This tour must be booked in advance.
Half day IDR 600,000 and full day IDR 950,000 per jeep. Maximum 3 people per jeep.
PACKAGES
Make it yourself easy and book one of our packages with our guests’ most popular activities. Immerse yourself in rural Bali!
Countryside Explorer
4 Days / 3 Nights
Explore the surrounding countryside by open jeep and on foot, and visit different waterfalls. An authentic way to discover rural Bali and meet the farmers in their rice fields and plantations — Bali at its best!
For the full program click below.
Day 1:
- Arrive at our plantation.
- Traditional Balinese dinner, served on your private terrace.
Day 2:
- Enjoy our extensive breakfast, served on your terrace.
- Full day private tour in an open jeep, exploring the surrounding rice fields and plantations, a traditional coffee roaster, an organic farm, a Buddhist temple and waterfalls.
- Lunch at a local restaurant (at own expense).
- Indonesian dinner, on your terrace.
Day 3:
- Enjoy our extensive breakfast.
- Guided walk through the surrounding rice fields and plantations, visiting a private waterfall in a beautiful plantation. Bring your swimming cloths, for a refreshing spring water shower!
- A traditional local lunch will be served at the waterfall.
- In the afternoon enjoy a traditional Balinese massage, on your terrace.
- Indonesian, Thai, Vietnamese or Chinese dinner, on your terrace.
- Optional: a private camp fire.
Day 4:
- Enjoy our extensive breakfast.
- Check-out.
Cultural Heritage
4 Days / 3 Nights
Discover Bali’s rural countryside by open jeep and meet the farmers in their rice fields and plantations.
On your second day enjoy a private tour to the lakes around Bedugul and visit the Unesco listed spectacular terraced rice fields in Jatiluwih, in the comfort of a private car.
For the full program click below.
Day 1:
- Arrive at our plantation.
- Traditional Balinese dinner, served on your private terrace.
Day 2:
- Enjoy our extensive breakfast.
- Full day private tour in an open jeep, exploring the surrounding rice fields and plantations, a traditional coffee roaster, an organic farm, a Buddhist temple and waterfalls.
- Lunch at a local restaurant (at own expense).
- Indonesian dinner, on your terrace.
Day 3:
- Enjoy our extensive breakfast, on your own terrace.
- Full day private tour, visiting Munduk, Lake Tamblingan, Lake Buyan, Lake Beratan and its famous Ulun Danu Beratan Temple and the spectacular Unesco listed Jatiluwih rice field terraces.
- Lunch at a local restaurant (at own expense).
- Indonesian, Thai, Vietnamese or Chinese dinner.
- Optional: a private camp fire.
Day 4:
- Enjoy our extensive breakfast.
- Check-out.
To check prices or book a Package click the “PACKAGES” tab, next to “ROOMS”
Upcoming Events
Immerse yourself in local culture and attend one of the upcoming events nearby! Reach out to us for more information.
Paon Gubuk
When we bought our plantation it had a traditional old farmers’ shack. We lived there the first year, under pretty primitive conditions. But the location and views made up for any lack of comfort. We have now renovated the shack and turned it into a fully equipped open kitchen, called Paon Gubuk. “Paon” in Balinese means “kitchen” and “Gubuk” means shack.
We prepare all our meals here, and you can also enjoy meals or a drink on its terrace. If you want to cook for yourself you can also use the kitchen and we can assist with necessary shopping.
Any dietary requirements or allergies? Don’t worry, Mega has no problems to prepare vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, gluten-free or any other specific dietary meals!
guest reviews
our location
Sanda Plantation Hideaway lies in the middle of plantations and rice fields, 750 meters from the village of Sanda. From there you can reach us by car, motorbike, or a pleasant walk down a two-track concrete plantation road through a scenery of rice fields and plantations, and Mount Batukaru as backdrop.
Sanda is located in the district of Pupuan in central Bali, along Bali’s north-south road connecting Soka Beach in the south and Seririt (and Lovina) in the north. It is a 1.5 to 2 hour scenic drive from Bali’s southern tourist hub, Lovina, Munduk, and Bedugul.
Google Map Driving Directions:
Note:
Cars with a relative wide wheel-base might have a challenge on the plantation road. If you’re not an experienced or confident driver contact us in advance. We can escort you from the main road, or make another arrangement to get to the Hideaway.
about us
During the pandemic, we decided to leave the south of Bali in search of a new place to live — away from the crowds and closer to nature and authentic Bali. We fell in love with the area around Pupuan and eventually bought a small, productive plantation in Sanda, a quiet village on the slopes of Mount Batukaru. We cherish our new lifestyle, slowly learning how to care for and develop the plantation while becoming part of the local traditional Balinese community.
We decided to open our home to those seeking a true escape from the crowds, and to travelers who wish to experience authentic rural Bali.
develop our plantation and blending into the local traditional Balinese community.
We decided to open our home to those seeking an escape from the crowds, or those who want to experience authentic rural Bali.
We hope to welcome you soon!
Toine & Mega
We support local farmers we personally know when they decide to sell part of their land. If you’re interested in buying land in this area, please have a look at our website: