Tegenungan Waterfall

Tegenungan Waterfall

Tegenungan Waterfall
3.9
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Air Terjun Tegenungan is a beautiful natural waterfall located just a half-hour drive from Ubud. The lush greenery and picturesque falls are a great photo op to commemorate your trip to Bali. When the conditions are good, you can take a dip in the inviting pool at the base. For a bird's eye view of the falls, be sure to check out the viewpoint near the entrance. Also, note that there's a small fee to enter the waterfall. To make the most of your trip, take a guided tour to explore other waterfalls in Bali. And if you need a break, there are tourist shops and a day club nearby. – Tripadvisor
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  • Vishal
    Western Cape, South Africa241 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tegenungan Waterfall is a breathtaking natural gem, perfect for a refreshing escape. The cascading water, surrounded by lush greenery, creates a picture-perfect scene that’s both energizing and soothing. The well-maintained paths make it accessible, though the stairs can be a bit challenging for some. It’s a great spot to take in the beauty of Bali and cool off in the clear waters. It was quite hot so always stay hydrated. Since it's a popular destination, it does get busy for photos at the picturesque spots. It is advisable to carry a selfie stick to avoid long waits and plan extra time for the breathtaking taking pictures. An umbrella and sunblock is a must. Whether you’re looking to relax or snap stunning photos, Tegenungan Waterfall offers an unforgettable experience. This is a destination I’d highly recommend for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 2, 2024
  • Luke Janarthanam
    Singapore, Singapore32 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Cooling waterfall, good view, but its a workout getting there! Small entrance fee to pay, will pass by many tourist shops & restaurants, wouldn't recommend of them for your meals, can go explore elsewhere. There are many steps leading down to the waterfall, so get ready to do some cardio! At the waterfall, there's only a small water area you can dip in, so I didn't find it worthit to get wet there.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written November 26, 2024
  • alohatripper
    Honolulu, Hawaii1,807 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    After each of us paid 30,000 Rupiah to view the waterfall, we felt cheated. It was not a high falling, thundering, multi-tiered waterfall. It was just another waterfall and not very big. We have seen better, being from Hawaii. Not even worth our time and effort to get a closer look. We were there for about 15 minutes.
    Visited January 2025
    Traveled with friends
    Written February 21, 2025
  • Nick M
    Frenchs Forest, Australia1,044 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It’s worth a visit because the waterfall is impressive, but if you want to not see a waterfall without being a major tourist attraction avoid this one. The markets are fair enough on the way in, but there is a large club half way down pumping out music, gelato shop at the bottom and high swing on the other side. There is also a glass bottomed bridge running across the gouge.
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 26, 2024
  • Moonrock1962
    Devonport, Australia1,206 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A visit to Ubud is not complete without dropping by to visit this waterfall. It appears pretty well on every day tour itinerary. Surrounded by clusters of souvenir stalls and eateries, there are great photo opportunities from the top looking into the river chasm. If you plan to tackle the steps going down to the base of the waterfall, keep in mind the climb back up is testing. The steps are uneven and varying in height providing the physical test. Well worth the effort though. You can also swim at the base of the waterfall. Surrounded by lush vegetation it is well worth spending some time here and enjoying a cold Bintang and lots of yummy food from the various eateries.
    Visited February 2025
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 15, 2025
  • SB01
    Sonning Common, United Kingdom974 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning waterfall cascades over a cliff edge and runs off along the valley. It’s become a major tourist attraction, so there are loads of shops and warungs on the way down to the falls. For reasons beyond my comprehension the authorities have allowed a spa/restaurant to be built right next to the falls, attracting even more tourists. There are also far too many of the Instagram generation, who rather than photographing the beauty have to photograph their silly selves getting in the way of the falls. There are 200 steep steps down and the same number back, which makes for a hot and challenging visit if you are not fit, so be prepared. There are pools by the falls if you fancy a paddle, so bring your trunks. Lifeguard. You can also climb to the top of the falls if you want some more exertion. Entrance fee about $2 pp. Toilets and car park.
    Visited November 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written November 6, 2024
  • Roger W
    Siebnen, Switzerland1,880 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The visit to the waterfall was part of a small tour around Ubud and the surrounding area. The waterfall is relatively close to Ubud. It is therefore relatively well attended and was therefore our first stop of the day tour. As a result, the number of people was still manageable. Negative is then that you have the waterfall right at the bottom in the sun. The waterfall is so beautiful to look at and you could also bathe in it. The descent or ascent is certainly not without, but good to do for people with some basic fitness. We've enjoyed it so far.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 1, 2024
  • Lorisdavies
    45 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It’s an enjoyable day out, you pay for entry to the waterfall area and there’s a variety of shops, food spots, and some waterfall bars. It’s a lovely waterfall and you can walk down close to it, there’s many spots for photos and the space is beautiful. Only downside is that it’s very busy and a lot of the spots are only accessible via bars that require you buy drinks etc, it all felt quite money based. But in general you get to see the waterfall for a low cost and it’s worth a visit.
    Visited June 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 19, 2024
  • Ed D
    Swansea, United Kingdom642 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited the waterfall as part of our day out with a car and driver from Hire Bali. It was the first planned stop of our day as we were told it gets very busy. Bit of a climb from the car park down to the falls but a number of stopping places for rests and pictures including an archway with the fall details. At the bottom near the holy pool is a small free changing room which we used and then a short walk over dome very unstable bamboo 'bridges' to get to falls and pool. Before the bridges is another small changing area although lots of folks were changing in amongst the rocks at the pool edge. The falls are superb and although it is recommended not io go beyond the barrier you can still fell the power over the water. The ground at the edge of the pool at the foot of the falls is really rocky so pool shoes are recommended however once in the base is light shale and easy to walk across. It was quiet when we arrived but soon got exceptionally busy. Well worth a visit and well worth going into the water but go early to avoid heavy crowds.
    Visited September 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 24, 2024
  • What We Found Travelling
    Sydney, Australia8,051 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This waterfall has become very touristy over the years. Still worth a visit as it’s got all the amenities you need to spend a good few hours here. Very busy, but plenty of room for your own space. They do charge 30,000 IDR per person, whether you use the 200 plus steps to the bottom or not. Best to visit after heavy rains to watch the falls with maximum power. Bali’s glass bridge is located close by, & it’ll cost you 250,000 IDR to walk on it. Ouch!
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 23, 2024
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Yasemin T
Antalya, Türkiye209 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
You can enter by paying 20,000 rupees per person. If you want to swim in the waterfall, be sure to take your swimsuit and towel with you because you won't want to go up again. There is a serious amount of stairs going up and down. However, there is a restaurant there. If you eat or drink something there, you can go upstairs by elevator. I think you should definitely use the Restaurant, it is made of bamboo, the food is very delicious, we had standard Indonesian food (we ate rice with vegetables and chicken).
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Written December 11, 2023
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cine48
Edinburgh, UK21 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
Save yourself the trouble - this place is nothing but a tourist trap waiting to take advantage of unsuspecting visitors.

Upon arrival at the visitors center, we were charged 20k per person to see the waterfall, which seemed fair enough. As we descended the steep steps towards the waterfall, we anticipated the usual challenges associated with such natural attractions.

However, upon reaching the site, we were met with overcrowding and disappointment. While we observed a swimming pool in use on the opposite side of the waterfall, the one on our side was out of order and emitted a foul odour.

Deciding to explore further, we crossed over to the other side, only to be confronted by a Balinese woman demanding an additional fee. Despite clarifying multiple times that this fee was for access to the pool, pointing to it, she even showed us in a photo, we were required to pay an extra 20k each to walk the short distance to the pool area. To our dismay, upon reaching the pool, we were informed that we needed to pay an additional 150k each at the entrance. When we mentioned paying the woman on the other side, the staff denied any association with her and showed no interest in rectifying the situation.

Their indifference and even amusement at our predicament led us to suspect their complicity in the scam, perhaps even benefiting from it themselves. We returned to the woman and demanded a refund, only to be met with aggression and derogatory remarks about being tourists. This unpleasant encounter soured what was supposed to be a much-needed day off from work.

In summary, this experience was not only a waste of time and money.
Written March 31, 2024
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lowrimc
Porthmadog, UK96 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • Couples
Beautiful waterfall, 20k entrance and great views from the top for those not wanting/able to walk up and down. Steps I would say 150 or so plenty of rest spots. The place was busy but didn’t feel overcrowded. No swimming at the bottom allowed - not sure why but this was clearly sign posted.

There is like a beach club place with an infinity pool and things in the middle.

We stopped there for a drink, however, tables have a minimum spend of at least 50k higher minimum for nicer tables. This was easily met between the four of us though. Once you’ve brought a drink there you can use there lovely clean toilets have a chill and then get the lift back up to the car park. Which was much appreciated as we were there for mid day sun.

Would recommend combining the waterfall and the on-site club to make a few hours of it.
Written October 9, 2022
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donavan94563
Orinda, CA209 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
Traveling with a family of four with college kids

Decided to take a day trip to Ubud from Seminyak. We booked one of the many all day private tours offered from Seminyak area.

As part of the tour we stopped at the Tegenungan Waterfall.

Tegenungan Waterfall is a waterfall in Bali, Indonesia. It is located at the village of Tegenungan Kemenuh, also known as Kemenuh Village on the Petanu River in the Gianyar Regency, north from the capital Denpasar and close to the Balinese artist village of Ubud. Tegenungan Waterfall is considered the closest natural attraction of its kind that you can reach within a half-hour drive southeast from Ubud central.

There is a charge to enter the Tegenungan Waterfall (which cost $20,000 IDR/$1.28 USD per person).

Tegenungan waterfall is very overdeveloped and crowded with shops, restaurants, and tacky photo props. It’s turning into a bit of a tourist trap, however is beautiful nonetheless.

The falls are only several minutes’ walk down the trail beyond the shops, where you’ll enjoy the impressively green valley panorama with the cascading water as a centerpiece. Several instagram photo spots are located along the way. 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).

It only takes about 15 minutes to hike down the steps to the waterfall, but the way back up is a good workout with a lot of humidity and uneven stone steps.

Two platforms connected by a bamboo bridge will give you the best view on the waterfall. You can pay another $10,000 IDR to get an amazing middle-level view and go one level higher to the top of the waterfall to overlook the whole area and have a different perspective from the falls.

The waterfall is quite powerful, especially after rainy season. You can walk into the water until hip height a short distance before it gets deeper.

There is a local restaurant/bar which is located at the base of the falls where you can buy drinks and food. It is a bit overpriced, however has a pool and nice counter area that looks out to the falls,

This part of the tour I enjoyed the most and I wish it included more waterfalls. However, many of the other water falls are further up the mountain. Tibumana waterfall and Tukad Cepung waterfal are the next closest waterfalls located to Ubud, however we did not have to time to see within this tour.
Written January 3, 2023
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frequentraveler65
Amalfi Coast, Italy219 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Family
There are many wonderful and interesting things to see in Ubud, but this is NOT one of those. It’s a tourist trap, where they completely ruined the natural setting of the waterfall (which in itself is nice, but not spectacular). A lot of concrete was poured everywhere and the whole area looks like an ugly construction site, full of people attracted by the misleading advertising of the place. It is the ugliest site I visited in Bali by far.
Written July 30, 2023
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Arnd
Koblenz, Germany12 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Friends
We visited this waterfall for the second time - in 2016 and now in 2024.
It is frightening how the Balinese manage to spoil a once impressive landscape.
To "enjoy" the view of the waterfall, you first have to make your way through a street of souvenir and clothing shops and say "No thank you" to the sellers 20 times. The view of the waterfall is then only possible if you enter one of the shops there or the simplest drinks stalls. Then you can see how unbridled building frenzy can spoil the landscape.
On the left on the slope, an elevator blocks the clear view. The entire valley floor is built up with cafes and a "day club". The highlight is a narrow three- to four-story cafe that blatantly violates the principle of "no house higher than a palm tree".
What a pity, what a pity, what a pity.
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Written January 17, 2024
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Arno R
44 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Couples
Originally a beautiful waterfall with beautiful locations to take photos. Entrance price is reasonable. What a shame is that a restaurant has been built in front of the waterfall with a swimming pool, beautifully done in itself, that does not fit into the natural environment. There is also a restaurant with a terrace at the top of the waterfall. So there is no question of unspoiltness.
A nice destination for max
1/12 hour
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Written May 21, 2024
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Wildcat7400
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,168 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
The Tegenungan Waterfall is a very popular spot with locals & tourists as it is fairly close to the city, just 10 km outside Ubud. The waterfall is open from 6:30 am – 6:30 pm. However, the best times to enjoy it would be between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Visitors can park their cars at an open parking lot at IDR5,000. There is no charge for motorcyclists. Lockers & toilets are available but chargeable, as well.

Walking a few steps ahead after getting our tickets, we were greeted by a very large signage of “Welcome to Tegenungan Waterfall”. Along the way to the waterfall were shops selling food, drinks, swimming paraphernalia & souvenirs.

Since we were pressed for time & I had some ankle issues, we walked to a viewing point area or location. From there, we could see a full view of the Tegenungan Waterfall from afar. There were many people at the waterfall. We could also see a wedding photo opportunity taking place! We took quite a few photos of the waterfall in the background surrounded by a lot of greenery & rocks before leaving. It was quite surreal. I could almost feel the cooling water on my skin.

The waterfall may be categorised as a small one but its gushing water is undoubtedly very strong. The water that plunges into the pool below is not very clear. However, it does provide a cool respite against the hot weather around the year. Since it is not very high, you can find thrill-seekers jumping off the cliff despite having prohibitive signs around. The water may not be deep enough to cushion the jump downwards.

Further reading suggests that one must walk down approximately 150 concrete wide steps with safety rails before reaching the waterfall area. A restaurant with an open-air design has been built near the falls. There is also a large swing for insta-worthy photos which we had missed.
Written March 13, 2020
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Mann
11 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Couples
Visit the Waterfall , great environment but the it was a long long walk to the place. Superr hot and tired but the view was great.

The bad thing here is everywhere needs to pay entrance fees or table fees. Well their culture which needs to accept anyway.
Written September 12, 2024
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Alan C
Samarinda, Indonesia13 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Couples
The waterfall is truly magnificent. However if you are expecting to spend a tranquil time communing with nature, big business us going to disappoint you. There is a large restaurant that thinks its a disco/nightclub and the hugely amplified music as played by the DJ is near unbearable. It certainly drowns out the sound of the waterfall. The whole area is infested by the absurdly loud disco music. If you want peace and quite and a natural experience, this is not the place to get it
Written August 28, 2022
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