Waterfalls are nature’s masterpieces, with their soothing sounds, misty sprays, and awe-inspiring views that captivate the senses and leave lasting memories.
Sekumpul waterfall in Bali is a stunning waterfall that is often referred to as the “hidden gem” of the island. With its majestic twin falls surrounded by lush greenery, trekking through the picturesque jungle to reach the waterfall is an adventure in itself.
Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the magical moments at Sekumpul waterfall, a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and avid travelers in Bali. A complete guide regarding the trek to Sekumpul waterfall adventure is described in this blog.
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How to reach Sekumpul waterfall?
The waterfall location is 70 km north of Ubud. As there is no public transport, there are 2 ways
- Rent a car for ~38€ per day (10 hours) that includes driver, fuel, water bottles, and unlimited km. I rented from the company Bali hire driver. They offer discounts if you rent for more than 3 days.
To know more, read my blog ‘Your complete guide to renting a car in Bali‘. It includes rental prices, what is included, and how to get discounts. - Rent a self-drive car and drive through the crazy Bali traffic.
What is the best time to visit?
The best time to visit Sekumpul waterfall in Bali is during the dry season, April to October.
We visited during the rainy season in December. The water flow is at its best. But you need a fair bit of luck to have a sunny day.
Entrance fee
The entrance fee for Sekumpul Waterfall in Bali is typically around 20,000 to 30,000 Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) per person for foreign tourists, and lower for citizens and residents. However, please note that entrance fees are subject to vary.
This fee takes you only to the viewpoint.
Guided trek
A trek to the Sekumpul waterfalls is only possible through a guided tour. So you have to choose either the medium trek which is around 1 hour or the long trek which is around 2 hours.
The medium trek takes you first to the Sekumpul waterfall followed by the Fiji waterfall.
At the entrance, we chose the one-hour trek which is 250,000 IDR / 16 € / 18 $. This also included fresh coconut at the end of your trek.
Once you pay the entrance fee to the locals, a tour guide will accompany you. The tour guide also follows you on his/her motorbike.
The drive from the entrance to the actual Trek start Point is around a few kilometers. I would call this a base point for your trek. There you park your rented vehicle.
There is also a washroom. Change your clothes if you haven’t.
The trek starts with your tour guide
The Sekumpul waterfall trek was my favorite activity in Bali. The trek is around one hour and I would consider it as a medium because of the reason that some parts were steep. Initially for the first 15 minutes the trek is flat and the path is very defined.
For every two people, one tour guide will accompany you. He/She also carries a small water bottle for you. This is included in the package. Even when I insisted that I will carry mine, she denied it.
Our guide was quite informative and gave us a brief introduction to the waterfalls, the type of plants that grew in the forest.
Renting a motorbike
For the first 15 minutes where the path is flat, you can also rent a motorbike which is around 100,000 IDR / 6.5 € / 8 $. Personally, I wouldn’t suggest renting as the distance covered isn’t significant.
Steep steps
For the next 15 to 20 minutes a series of steep steps lead you down in the spiral path.
A small resting point
Finally, you reach Junction where one side leads to the Sekumpul waterfalls to your right, and on the other side, it leads to the Fiji waterfall. There is also a small shop and a decent toilet. So we took the right and continued our journey.
For the next 15 minutes, it is a complete forest Trek passing through a narrow stream, a small Bridge, and an uneven path with stones. Watch out for your steps!
Sekumpul waterfall
One can hear the sound of the amazing Sekumpul waterfalls. The water Falls was truly magnificent. It was better than I even imagined. Falling from a great height it looked magical.
Once you arrive, you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking sight of cascading water, a misty atmosphere, and natural beauty that will leave you awe-inspired.
The tour guides are highly skillful and experienced. They could help you with the perfect photography. The waterfall was all ours as there were fewer tourists.
You return back on the same path and again meet at the junction.
Fiji waterfall
A sign board reads Fiji waterfall. Again a 15 to 20 minutes trek leads you to an astonishing three waterfall point which is together known as the Fiji waterfall. Be very careful near the waterfall as the rocks are slippery and the water stream is powerful.
Returning to your base point
You follow the same path on your way back. Near the entrance, the tour guide stops at a small restaurant where they provide fresh coconut. The views from this restaurant are stunning overlooking the rice terrace.
Is the Sekumpul waterfall trek worth the effort?
Absolutely yes. While the Sekumpul waterfall is the most famous one in Bali but I liked the Fiji waterfall. Throughout your journey, the guide is there for your help.
This Trek needs physical fitness to some extent as the steps are steep and the path is slippery at the end.
Sekumpul waterfall travel tips
- Use the washroom near the parking as the other one near the waterfall isn’t clean.
- Choose a sunny day for your trek. A rainy day may make your path extremely slippery.
- The trek level is medium. People with mobility issues may not be able to walk up the steps during the return.
- Carry enough cash as the locals only accept cash as entrace fee. The local vendory also don’t have a card option.
- Start your trek in the morning around 10 am as the crowd starts building up later in the day.
- The tour guides are kind. So feel free to ask them any queries.
- Don’t always trust google maps. The roads leading to the waterfall my be broken due to flood and diverted due to repair. So plan enough time as buffer.
Time of visit: November 2022
Overall experience: 
