Sekumpul Waterfall
Up to seven streams fall about 80 m into a jungle amphitheatre. Widely ranked as Bali's most dramatic waterfall.
Itinerary
- Getting there
By car or scooter: Ubud approx. 135 min · Canggu approx. 165 min · Seminyak approx. 160 min. Head for Sekumpul, Sawan.
- Ticket & parking
IDR 125,000 per adult. Local guide mandatory to reach the base: medium trek 125,000–150,000 (Sekumpul + Hidden Falls). Lookout only about 20,000. Long trek with Fiji Falls 200,000–250,000. Pay only at the official entrance; fake roadside checkpoints exist.
- The walk · Hard
Paved path to the lookout (20–30 min), then about 300–340 steep steps into the valley and shallow river crossings. Climb back 30–40 min. Allow 2–4 hours.
- At the falls
Paddling pool at Hidden Falls. At the base of Sekumpul the spray and current are strong: ask your guide.
- Then
Continue with Fiji Waterfall (Lemukih), Gitgit Waterfall, Lovina Beach.
Best time
08:00 to beat tour groups. Strongest flow Feb–Apr; easier, drier trails May–Sep.
Good to know
- Ignore unofficial 'ticket' stops and pay at the official start point.
- Wear grippy shoes that can get wet and pack a dry bag.
- Bring cash for the ticket, a tip for the guide and a drink on the way up.
Combine with
Other waterfalls nearby
Sources
Price checked 2026. Prices change often in Bali: bring cash and check at the gate.