The 13 Waterfall Treks in Indonesia That Earn Their Price

1.Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 545 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $41Our pick

Spend 5 to 9 hours exploring North Bali with a local guide such as Tia, Luhde, Kadek, or Putu. Walk through rainforest, cross Tamblingan Lake in a wooden canoe, visit Ulun Danu Tamblingan Temple, swim at Banyumala Waterfall, and eat local food.

“Eddy was our driver and Dedy our guide for this trip. We made a truck in Munduk jungle. Dedy gave us a lot of explanations about fauna and flora. The canoë part is so beautiful. A delicious lunch in a local restaurant and than an amazing waterfall. To sur up, another amazing day in Bali. Thank you so much Eddy and Dedy!!”

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2.Selogriyo Temple and Trekking Java Rice Terraces, hidden waterfall -Nature Java

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · from $55Top rated

Spend about 10 hours beyond Yogyakarta with a small group of up to 10. Walk rice terraces to 9th-century Selogriyo Temple, stop for local coffee, then visit Kedung Kayang Waterfall beneath Mount Merapi. Guides such as Arma, Didik, Sigit, and Maksi add local insight and help with photos.

“I had an incredible day! My guide Maxi was super friendly, punctual and spoke very good English. He made sure that I was comfortable throughout the trip, even stopping at a pharmacy for me to get medicine for my cold. He also took so many amazing pictures for me, which was much appreciated! The hike up to the temple wasn't too difficult and the views over the rice terraces were beautiful. I also got to try some delicious local coffee and fried banana and I talked to the locals, who were all really friendly. The waterfall was simply stunning! There are also loads of amazing photo opportunities there. This trip…”

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3.Rice Terrace, Holy Water Temple & Waterfalls Trek Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 115 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $33

Spend 6 to 7 hours touring Ceking Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul, Tibumana Waterfall, and Kanto Lampo with an English-speaking guide. Expect hotel transport, temple sarongs, photo help, and optional extras such as spiritual cleansing, lunch, coffee tasting, massage, and a jungle swing.

“Gusde was an amazing guide! He was very interesting to talk to and he brought me to see some great spots around Ubud.”

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4.Banyumala Waterfall Trek, Bedugul and Lake Beratan Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 85 reviews · from $60

Travel by private air-conditioned car from south Bali into the cool central mountains. Walk through rainforest to Banyumala’s twin falls, visit Ulun Danu Beratan, Candi Kuning, Handara Gate, and Jatiluwih. English-speaking guides such as Gede Susila, Damar, and Pande are praised for flexibility and helpful photos.

“Great trip, perfect to see a variety of attractions on one tour! Our driver and Guide DAMAR gave us not only a lot of useful tipps, information and recommendations but made our day very special with his coolness and sense of humour! Great and funny guy! This activity (and that Guide) are highly recommended. Thanks Damar!”

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5.Munduk: Banyu Wana and Sekumpul Waterfall Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $50

Travel through Bali’s cool Munduk highlands with an English-speaking driver, stopping at rice terraces, Banyu Wana Amerta, the Twin Lakes viewpoint, and Sekumpul Waterfall. Expect steep jungle paths, river crossings, swimming, local lunch at your own cost, and helpful guides such as Dedi, Popo, Andi, and Angga.

“It was a very interesting trip and our guide Sambe was super fresh and funny. He gave us a lot of detailed information about the culture and rituals of local people.”

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6.All Inclusive Sekumpul Waterfall Trekking , Handara Gate & Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $68

Travel from south Bali to Handara Gate, Sekumpul Waterfall, and Ulun Danu Beratan Temple in a private car with a driver-guide. Expect a demanding three-hour waterfall trek, local lunch, coconut water, and hotel pickup. Driver Okta is praised for friendly service and useful explanations.

“Wonderful experience! Driver was perfect and accommodating. Our journey to Sekumpul Waterfall was a highlight. Our guide to the waterfall was there every step of the way to make sure we were safe during the trek and that we had plenty Read more”

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7.Bogor Botanical Garden & Rainforest Trekking to Hidden Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $95

Spend 7 to 9 hours outside Jakarta with a private English-speaking guide such as Bryan, Rizky, Nanda, or Thomas. Visit Bogor Botanical Garden, walk through rice fields and villages, trek in Gede Pangrango National Park, and reach 40-meter Cikaracak Waterfall. Lunch, water, transport, and entrance fees are included.

“We really enjoyed getting out of Jakarta and seeing a bit more of the country. Perfect if you only have one free day in Jakarta! Vincent was a great guide and everything was smoothly organized and taken care of.”

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8.Munduk Twin Lake Jungle Hike, Ulun Danu Temple, & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $42

Meet near Wanagiri for a five-hour Munduk outing with a rainforest hike, a 30-minute traditional canoe crossing on Tamblingan Lake, and a swim at Banyumala Twin Waterfalls. Guides such as Oka, Kari, and Puta explain local plants and culture. Pickup is an optional upgrade.

“Best day of our Bali trip. The hike through the rainforest was so informative. Our guide had so much knowledge of the forest and it's flora and fauna. The canoe ride across the lake was great fun. We were even see fed coffee and a snack Read more”

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9.Lemukih Hidden Trekking Waterslide Sekumpul and Fiji Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $25

From Lemukih Village, you’ll walk through rice terraces, forest, and clear streams to Sekumpul and Fiji Waterfalls. A local guide such as Sugi or Yoga leads the route, with water shoes, a helmet, coconut water, lunch, river slides, and jumps included. Hotel transfers are optional.

“This trekking experience was absolutely amazing! The trail goes through green rice terraces and untouched forests. The highlight was definitely the natural waterslide and swimming under Sekumpul Waterfall thrilling and refreshing at the same time!”

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10.Trekking Through Rivers & Forests to Three Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $19Best value

Walk through shallow rivers with guides such as Yoga or Adi, visit three forest waterfalls, swim, use a natural rock slide, and swing over Green Canyon. Water shoes, tools, entrance fees, bottled water, and selected hotel transfers are included in this private English-language adventure.

“This activity was the highlight of my Bali trip! The driver, Jana, who picked me up from my hotel and dropped me back was very professional. The activity guide, Yoga, was very knowledgeable about the area and made the experience really fun and memorable. Water shoes are provided for walking through the river, and it feels like you’re on a little adventure! You see many beautiful waterfalls and have plenty of time to play on the swings, swim etc. Yoga and did a fantastic job of being photographer, getting all the angles for the shots! There is a bit where you swim along, but there are ropes along the rocks…”

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11.Bali Most Scenic Waterfalls Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $35

Spend about eight hours exploring North Bali’s Wanagiri hills, lakes, jungle paths, and up to seven waterfalls with a private local guide. Hotel pickup, transport, lunch, water, coffee, tea, and walking sticks are included. Swimming and jumping are possible, while temple and gate tickets cost extra.

“Unfortunately the driver was 90 minutes late with no call/text to advise us, so we were waiting in reception wondering where he was and why our messages werent being answered. Apparenting the driver had car issues, but this doesnt explain the lack of responses to Read more”

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12.Jungle Trekking at Mt. Batukaru, scenic Waterfall & village life

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $117

Start with Luhur Batukaru Temple, then hike for about two hours with an English-speaking guide and local ranger. Expect rainforest birds, plants, monkey calls, coffee, a Balinese lunch, farm life, hot spring time, Pengempu Waterfall, and a 15-minute massage.

“An amazing excursion. Our tour guide Komang was friendly, had a good level of English and very accommodating to our different needs. The car was very clean and comfy with a professional driver. The guys who took us through the jungle eRead more”

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13.ATV Jungle Trek Bali: Wild Path, Waterfall with Lunch, Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $30

Ride an ATV for 1 to 1.5 hours through Bali’s rice fields, village paths, jungle tunnels, muddy pools, rivers, and waterfall crossings. A local English-speaking guide leads the route, with boots, helmet, insurance, lunch, a welcome drink, and a shower included. Driver Aji has earned special praise for his polite service.

“Amazing day out doing something new. Our driver Aji was great too and very polite. would recommend this adventure for anyone”

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