TEGENUNGAN WATERFALL

The beauty of Tegenungan Waterfall is one of the most famous places of interest in Bali, the beauty of the waterfall does not only become an attraction for domestic or foreign tourists, local people also often visit this waterfall. It's a part of the Petanu river flowing along the village of Kemenuh, it reaches to the height of up to 20m so you can feel the sound vibration of the falling water. The beauty of Tegenungan waterfall in between green rocky walls can be seen from the first stop point where you can find local stalls serving food and beverages. As the waterfall hid in a paradisiacal jungle, the sound of nature will set a visceral effect. In conjunction with the calming water sound, the sounds of birds chirp complete the solemn atmosphere.

How to Get to Tegenungan Waterfall

Tegenungan Waterfall is roughly a 30 minute drive from Ubud and around an hour drive from Seminyak or Canggu. It's 36 km from Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport, and 39 km from Nusa Dua. The address is at Jalan Ir. Sutami, Kemenuh, Sukawati, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 8058. On the way down you’ll pass a few typical Bali photo spots, as well as Baby Tegenungan Waterfall, which doesn’t have much on its big brother. Although again, it makes for a cosy photo opportunity or a place to quickly cool off. When you get halfway there will be a sign saying Waterfall to the left and temple to the right.

Best Time to Visit Tegenungan Waterfall

​The best time to visit this Tegenungan Waterfall is during the sun half-rises at 09.00 am and a half-set at 03.00 pm. However, for those who want to have an amazing picture of the waterfalls, the right time to take a picture is in the evening. In case you come in the morning, you will believe that it is hard to get a respectable photo by virtue of the light coming into your camera to be substandard contrasted with the blazing light emissions morning sun so that your photographs will be over uncovered. The falls which only several minutes walk down the trail beyond the shops, where you’ll enjoy the impressively green valley panorama with cascading water as a centrepiece. Dense foliage frames the falls, and the water volume is impressive at almost any time of year, but normally at its strongest during the wet season (October to April).

What to Expect at Tegenungan Waterfall

Tegenungan Waterfall is a true paradise for travelers seeking to escape the rush of Bali's city streets and urban centers. Its raging waters tumble over black stone cliffs into a quiet pool that's perfect for swimming, soaking and relaxing. Travelers can lounge on the rocks, soak up the sun or wander the trails that lead to epic views from atop Tegenungan. Tegenungan Waterfall is the best place to escape from hecticness in the city and tourist rush in every tourist attraction. Many people come to feel the solemnity and come for the antidote from the sound pollution.

Blend with the stunning view, Tegenungan Waterfall seems to be everyone's favorite spot. Compared to other waterfalls, Tegenungan Waterfall is categorized as a small-sized waterfall. The water fell down from around 15 meters high. Nonetheless, the water discharge of the waterfall is quite high. Therefore, the beauty of the waterfall can still be seen as flawless. A second secluded temple bathing site that's located nearby draws plenty of locals looking to get away from it all and proves the perfect place for visitors to get a taste of rural life.

Things To Do at Tegenungan Waterfall

1. Bathing - The beauty of the waterfall can be seen after stepping down more than 150 wide stairs. As the visitors come in, there will be some bathing areas in the waterfall’s surroundings. The bathing areas are separated in an open space with the fresh water directed from the waterfall. Taking a bath here is a great choice for the visitors after swimming in front of the waterfall. Not only the visitors, the locals around the waterfall also use the bathing area on a daily basis.

2. Swimming - Although the water discharge runs quite fast, many visitors still come to swim in the pond. The depth of the pond is not that deep, thus swimming in the area must be fun and safe at the same time. The visitors even can go to the edge of the cliff, getting wet near the falling water. Not into another hike, the visitors were also able to swim in the edge of the pond.

3. Photography - As the place offers a scenic view of nature, many people come to this place to take pictures. There are some favorite spots to take pictures, like the stacking stones. Aim the camera from the stacking stone will give a wide background of Tegenungan waterfall behind. Go early right after sunrise and score the best picture before any crowd.

Tegenungan Waterfall Entrance Ticket

Adult : IDR 20,000
Children : IDR 10,000
Opening Hours : 06.30 AM - 06.30 PM