🚕 Book your transfer from West Bali National Park to Sidemen now
Book your private car with driver from West Bali National Park (also known as Taman Nasional Bali Barat) to the authentic Balinese countryside village of Sidemen in East Bali. The most direct route is 160 kilometers (99 mi) long. Depending on traffic conditions, the route takes around 4 hours and 52 minutes on average. However, Bali traffic is notorious, making travel times sometimes hard to predict.
🌴 Anywhere near West Bali National Park and Sidemen
For the listed tariff, our independent drivers can pick you up anywhere in West Bali National Park, including West bali National Park Banjuwedang, Menjangan Ferry, Gili Putih and Pemuteran Beach. The Sidemen areas we can drop you off include Sidemen, Selat town, Telaga Waja Rafting as well as Gembleng Waterfall. We service outside these areas too, but pricing might be slightly different than the tariff listed. Just let us know your departure and destination to find out, or check our West Bali National Park Taxi and Sidemen Taxi pages for popular routes.
🏆 Friendly and reliable local drivers
We work with great independent drivers that meet our high quality standards. The taxi drivers we work with all operate modern cars equipped with air conditioning and are able to communicate in English. They all know the island really well. Any parking fees and tolls are included in the price. But most importantly, you can count on our drivers getting you safely and comfortably through the Bali traffic from West Bali National Park to your destination in Sidemen.
Balitaxi.com connects people that require transport with independent local drivers. We make it easier to organize, plan and book your Bali transfers in advance without haggling on the streets. While we vouch for the drivers that work with us, we do not operate our own cars or taxis.
📍 Optional stops between West Bali National Park & Sidemen
Your trip from West Bali National Park to Sidemen is a great opportunity to explore Bali! Below are suggestions for interesting sights along the route. When booking your West Bali National Park to Sidemen transfer with us, just tell us which extra stop(s) you would like to make along the way! Do note that entrance fees are not included when booking additional stops on your route.
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1. Banjar Hot Springs
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.⌚ Detour: 18 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDRThe traditional Banjar Hot Springs are located in a forest. Visitors can choose between 3 baths with different temperatures. As this is a volcanic hot spring, the water contains sulfur and is said to have healing powers.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 18 minutes. You will get to Banjar Hot Springs during the first half of your ride from West Bali National Park to Sidemen (after around 1 hour 30 minutes). From there it takes around 4 hours to get to Sidemen.
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2. Twin Lake Viewpoint
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 30 min.⌚ Detour: 16 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDROverlook the Tamblingan and Buyan crater lakes from the edge of a volcanic ridge surrounded by forests and mountains. A simple stall sells coffee and tea while you can enjoy this spectacular view.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 16 minutes. Twin Lake Viewpoint is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 2 hours 30 minutes after departing West Bali National Park and it will take around 3 hours to get to Sidemen from there.
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3. Handara Gate
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 30 min.⌚ Detour: 13 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDRThis traditional Balinese gate is a popular spot for taking pictures, especially among couples. The green surrounding and hills in the background make it an iconic spot. We suggest stopping here for 30 minutes as sometimes there might be a line of people waiting to take pictures.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 13 minutes. Handara Gate is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 2 hours 30 minutes after departing West Bali National Park and it will take around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to Sidemen from there.
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4. Lake Beratan Temple
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.⌚ Detour: 19 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDRThe Ulan Danu temple on Lake Beratan might be the most iconic spot in Bali. The traditional Balinese temple on the shore of lake Beratan was build almost 400 years ago. Worth a stop if you are driving through the Bedugul area, even though it does get crowded with visitors sometimes.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 19 minutes. Lake Beratan Temple is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 2 hours 30 minutes after departing West Bali National Park and it will take around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to Sidemen from there.
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5. Bali Zoo
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.⌚ Detour: 25 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDRLarge zoo featuring orang-utangs, elephants, crocodiles and even African lions. It is a beautiful lush park where animals are taken well care of. Great stop with kids, who might even be invited to participate in the feeding of the animals.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 25 minutes. After leaving West Bali National Park, it will take around 4 hours to get to Bali Zoo. Bali Zoo is located close to Sidemen (a little over an hour).
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6. Goa Gajah
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.⌚ Detour: 7 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDRGreat cultural and historic stop for a 1-hour visit. Cave temple complex with stone carvings of Hindu gods dating back to the 9th century. The lush surroundings add to the mystical atmosphere. Don't miss out on the spectacular elephant cave!
This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. After leaving West Bali National Park, it will take around 4 hours to get to Goa Gajah. Goa Gajah is located close to Sidemen (around an hour).
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7. Tegenungan Waterfall
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.⌚ Detour: 20 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDRThe Tegenungan waterfall is a popular spot to cool down south of Ubud. After walking 150 steps down, you'll be able to wade through the water and feel the power of this waterfall. Lazy option: on the surrounding cliffs there are some cafes with infinity pools, from where you have a great view of the waterfall too.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 20 minutes. After leaving West Bali National Park, it will take around 4 hours to get to Tegenungan Waterfall. Tegenungan Waterfall is located close to Sidemen (a little over an hour).
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8. Bali Safari
🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.⌚ Detour: 25 min.🚖 Extra Cost: 300,000 IDRBali Safari & Marine Park is a large zoo where you can board the safari tram to witness animals like zebras, hippos and even lions roaming freely around you. Kids can learn about wildlife at the educational shows. Other highlights include the elephant safari and rainforest trail.
The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 25 minutes. After leaving West Bali National Park, it will take around 4 hours to get to Bali Safari. Bali Safari is located close to Sidemen (around an hour).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ How to get from West Bali National Park to Sidemen?
The fastest way to get from West Bali National Park to Sidemen is by private taxi, and takes roughly 4 hours and 52 minutes. Private transport allows you to see more of Bali by making stops at interesting sights along the way, for example at Twin Lake Viewpoint or Bali Safari.
❓ How far is the drive from West Bali National Park to Sidemen?
The road from West Bali National Park (also known as Taman Nasional Bali Barat) to the authentic Balinese countryside village of Sidemen in East Bali is 160 kilometer (99 mi) long, and takes roughly 4 hours and 52 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Build some margin if you need to arrive at a specific time, as Bali traffic can be unpredictable.
❓ What interesting tourist sights are on the way from West Bali National Park to Sidemen?
A stop at Handara Gate is possible with a short 13 minute detour on your way from West Bali National Park to Sidemen. Or make a stop at Twin Lake Viewpoint (16 min extra). Check our site for more places worth stopping while driving West Bali National Park to Sidemen.
❓ What is the price of a private taxi from West Bali National Park to Sidemen?
The 160 km (99 mi) route from West Bali National Park to Sidemen takes around 4hr 52min. Taxis are affordable in Bali and this route will only cost you 1,349,000 Indonesian Rupia (IDR). With our taxi drivers, it is even possible to stop at interesting sights along the West Bali National Park - Sidemen route.