When you are in Bali, it can become overwhelming, as this beautiful place has a lot to offer. If you want to experience something very close to nature, you cannot rule out the amazing waterfalls in Bali. Due to its topography and location, this place has many waterfalls, and I bet it will be difficult to cover them all in one visit. So, if you are visiting Bali and want to know which cascades and cataracts are the ones you must visit, then you have landed at the right place. Let me take you through some of the beautiful waterfalls that we visited during our month-long tour in Bali.

Things you should know before we track and dive into the waterfalls and enjoy the chill of those water drops on our skin. Do carry your flip-flops or comfortable footwear that is water resistant, a swimming suit or clothes that you can use to play in water, sunscreen lotion, Umbrella (either to save yourself from sun or the rain) and please carry cash because plastic money is of no use in the jungle to pay the entry fees or to have meals. Lastly, do not litter the place. 

Journey to Waterfalls

Sekumpul Waterfalls

Sekumpul Waterfall is located in northern Bali, about an hour away from the small town of Munduk. Sekumpul is one of the famous waterfalls in North Bali, and tourists residing in central Bali, such as in Ubud, often take a day tour to this beautiful site. If you are a nature enthusiast and love hiking, this place is perfect for you. Reaching the waterfall requires a moderate level of hiking and is best done with a local guide. On the way to Sekumpul, you will encounter Fiji Waterfall, also known as Triple Waterfall, which is equally beautiful and magnificent. Just five minutes of trekking from Sekumpul will bring you to the Secret Waterfall, where you can swim and enjoy your day. All these waterfalls are surrounded by lush greenery, making them great places to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. The entry fee for these three stunning waterfalls, including a guide, is 150,000 IDR.

Banyumala Twin Waterfalls

Residing in a lush green forest, the twin waterfalls provide a sense of peace as you will not encounter any tourist crowds at this location. After taking a small detour and crossing a few villages, you enter a dense forest. After a short walk, you reach the mesmerising view of the twin waterfalls. There is no entry fee for this place.

Leke Leke Waterfalls

Leke Leke Waterfall is located in Tabanan Regency, about an hour’s drive from Ubud city. The entrance to this waterfall is quite photogenic, and the trail is equally beautiful. You start the trail by going down some steps made by locals, and the paths keep getting better as you head towards the waterfall. The journey includes crossing a rice terrace, a wooden bridge, and lush tropical forest, eventually reaching the cave-like formation where a narrow stream of water cascades into a small, shallow pool of blue water surrounded by dense flora. The entry fee to this beautiful waterfall is 30,000 IDR, and there is a well-maintained parking space available.

Tegenungan Waterfalls

Tegenungan Waterfall is located about 10 km from the Ubud Market area. This area is often crowded and is one of the busiest due to the high influx of tourists. While trekking down to the waterfall, you can see market stalls selling a variety of items, including local handmade goods. There is also a restaurant with a pool overlooking Tegenungan Waterfall. There are paid parking spaces for vehicles, and while the trails are man-made, a few spots can be a little tricky. Along the way to the waterfall, there are several spots to relax and take good photos. The journey to the waterfall is quite relaxing, and you can reach it in 15-20 minutes. The entry fee is about 20,000 IDR per person.

Taman Beji Griya Waterfalls

Unlike any other waterfall in Bali, this place is sacred to the Balinese people and holds religious significance. Located in the village of Beji Griya, the waterfall is named after the village. The entrance to the waterfall is fascinating, and the overall place looks magnificent. The river flows through artistic carvings of various statues and animals on the stone, which is stunning. If you go past the waterfall, you will see a beautiful temple and a cave that leads further inside to another amazing viewpoint, with sun rays penetrating the cave. This is one of the most expensive waterfalls, with an entry fee of 100,000 IDR per person.

Gembleng Waterfalls

Gembleng Waterfall is located in the village of Sidemen on the east side of Bali. You can spend hours soaking in the freshwater. The locals clean the waterfall early in the morning to ensure hygiene in the natural pool. The pool is perfectly round and provides a view so mesmerising that it feels like you are soaking in an infinity pool surrounded by lush greenery. It feels like you have entered a fairy tale. To reach this beautiful, picturesque place, you have to trek for 30 minutes from the parking area. There is no entry fee to these waterfalls but they do ask your preference for donation, so be kind and donate some amount to help them maintain this beautiful place.

We stayed in Bali for a month, chasing waterfalls all over the island while also visiting tourist destinations. In the end, we still couldn’t get enough of it. We visited several beautiful and peaceful waterfalls, including Aling Aling, Nungnung, GitGit, and Tibumana, among others. Despite the fatigue from our travels, our curiosity and imagination about what the next waterfalls would be like kept us going. This continued throughout our stay in Bali, and we kept chasing waterfalls.

Tips: If you have already decided to visit Bali and want to explore places make sure you start your days at dusk to avoid the crowd. Also, do not forget to carry an umbrella, some cash, sunscreen lotion and stay hydrated. 

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About the Author – We are Meghana & Pankaj, wanderers who balance our love for travel with our full-time IT careers. Our passion lies in discovering new destinations, uncovering off-the-beaten-path gems, and immortalizing beautiful moments through our lenses. You can follow us in Instagram & YouTube