The best waterfalls in Bali

Bali's waterfalls range from a five-minute walk from the car park to a proper jungle trek, and the "best" one really depends on how much effort you want to put in. Here are the four worth knowing about, roughly in order of how far you'll need to go.

Tegenungan — easiest, and the busiest

A short paved (if steep) walk from the car park just outside Ubud gets you to a wide, photogenic drop with a swimmable pool at the base. It's the most accessible waterfall on the island, which also makes it the most crowded — go at opening time to get it closer to yourself.

Sekumpul — the one worth the hike

Widely considered Bali's most beautiful waterfall: several separate cascades dropping into the same jungle gorge, reached by a proper hike down (and back up) steep, sometimes slippery steps. Budget half a day, wear real shoes, and expect to hire a local guide at the entrance — the path isn't well signed and guides know the safest route.

Nungnung — steep steps, fewer people

A tall, powerful single drop reached by several hundred concrete steps down into the valley (and, less fun, back up). Quieter than Tegenungan and closer to Ubud than Sekumpul, but the return climb is genuinely tiring — pace yourself and bring water.

Gitgit — the north Bali option

If you're already basing yourself in Lovina, Gitgit is the easiest waterfall to reach without a detour — a short, gentle walk from the main road, with a second, quieter fall a little further on for anyone who wants to keep walking.

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