The 5 best waterfalls you must visit in Bali

From Sekumpul to Banyumala, discover paradise with this guide to the best waterfalls in Bali.

Bali is home to some of Indonesia’s most incredible attractions, including some of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls. Many of the region’s most awe-inspiring waterfalls are accessible by trekking through forests and jungles, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the natural world and see amazing wildlife along the way.
Want to swim in a warm, natural pool underneath a waterfall? Wade in waist-high water and enjoy a waterfall shower? Admire from afar and get the perfect snapshot? This guide to must-see waterfalls in Bali will give you all the options.

1. Sekumpul Waterfalls, northern Bali

A hidden wonder in the wilderness of Bali’s rainforests, the Sekumpul waterfall are often cited as some of the best waterfalls Bali has to offer. A hiking tour will take you off the beaten path on a trek to the falls. Whilst you’re there, don’t miss a visit to the Ulun Danu Temple, where you can learn about unique local coffee beans at a coffee plantation. If hiking isn’t for you, simply enjoy the water of the rock pools at the bottom of the falls and enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings.
Opening hours: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Getting there: The best way to visit is on a guided tour, as the roads are tricky.
Distance from Ubud: 67 km, around 2 hours by car.
Can you swim? Yes.

Located just within the southern region and easily accessible from all directions, the TTukad cepung waterfall is a spectacular sight, with water cascading through a cave opening. Take a walk through the jungle, using nearby stairs to get the best possible view. Although the water around the waterfall is not deep enough for true swimming, you are free to go in and even enjoy a natural shower from the waterfall.
Opening hours: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Getting there: Good roads make it easy to get there on a scooter or in a taxi.
Distance from Ubud: 28 km, around an hour by car.
Can you swim? No.

The Leke – leke waterfall is found within a lush forest, making it an amazing location to stop, take in your surroundings, and feel at one with nature. The tall waterfall has a small freshwater swimming hole below, perfect for cooling off after the short, but steep hike to reach it. Make the most of being in Central Bali and visit Monkey Forest, before performing an epic jungle swing over the Tegalalang Rice Terrace — these are just a few of the unmissable thing to do in Bali
Opening hours: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Getting there: Renting a scooter or getting a taxi is quickest.
Distance from Ubud: 30 km, around an hour by car.
Can you swim? No.

Witness the beauty of the Banyumala waterfall by trekking through the rainforest and central mountains to get a view of the impressive split cascade. Banyumala is also one of the best waterfalls for swimming in Bali, with comfortably warm water. However, the water may be more suitable for swimming during the wet season than during the drier months when it is shallow.
Opening hours: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Getting there: You can get there easily by scooter or driving.
Distance from Ubud: 56 km, 1 hour 20 minutes by car, or around an hour from Singjara.
Can you swim? Yes.

The area surrounding the Sambangan village in the north is home to some of the very best waterfalls in Bali, including the incredible Aling-Aling Waterfall. Visit the Sambangan waterfall to see this waterfall and several others. Embark on a memorable trek, swim in the pools, and test your bravery with spectacular jumps into the water from 10 meters at the Twin Waterfalls or 15 meters at the Pucuk Waterfall.
Opening hours: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Getting there: All falls are accessible via a walking trail from Sambangan Village.
Distance from Ubud: 69 km, about 2 hours 10 minutes by car.
Can you swim? Yes