Most “best of Bali’s waterfall” lists play it safe and offer up the same collection of places to visit; these waterfalls are all very nice, mind you, but they’re also very crowded.
We think you’re of a more adventurous nature, and we’ve rounded up the best waterfalls on the island that most tourists won’t see, and that means you’ll have them all to yourself.
Check out these amazing places and prepare to have your breath taken away.
Our Favourite 17 Waterfalls In Bali
Fiji Waterfall
If you’re visiting Sekumpul and you want to add another one of the best waterfalls in Bali to your journey, then Fiji Waterfall is the perfect place for you.
It’s quite a long trek further down the path there, but it’s worth it to see the three waterfalls side-by-side as they power down the cliffs together.
Expect to spend about 3 hours walking there and back, and it’s a medium level of difficulty as hikes go.
We’d also note that if you want a great shot of these falls, a wide-angle lens is an absolute must, or you simply won’t get all three falls in the same image.
Melanting Waterfall
This pleasant fall is just a 300-meter walk from the Munduk Waterfall that we’ve already mentioned. It’s part of the Munduk Waterfall Trail, in fact.
These waterfalls are in a dense jungle about 850 meters above sea level, and the local rice fields and coffee plantations are very productive.
We’d recommend a trip to the Munduk Moding Plantation, which is just about 500 meters further down the road, after your time at this waterfall.
This is a little out of the way for most tourists, and that means if you’re looking to take some long-exposure shots of a waterfall, you should have no problem setting up your tripod for an extended time here.
Goa Rajo Waterfall
This hidden gem was only recently discovered, and it’s not far from Air Tukad Cepung, which means you can get to at least two awesome waterfalls in the same trip.
As we mentioned earlier, “Goa” means cave, and the Goa Rajo Waterfall is best viewed from the mouth of the cave opposite it.
It’s quite a steep hike down to this waterfall, but we think it’s worth your effort, and there’s a lovely small pool for a dip waiting for you when you get there.
You can also grab some iconic photos of the bamboo bridges here, and a nice shot of the waterfall from the closest bamboo bridge, too.
Banyu Wana Amertha Waterfall
This is a brilliant set of four waterfalls in North Bali that you will find an easy path to walk down, though it’s a bit tougher on the way back.
The first fall is just 5 minutes down the path, and it’s a pleasant collection of small falls breaking in different directions on the rock face.
The next waterfall doesn’t exist in the dry season, but is otherwise an impressive single fall directly opposite the first fall.
Then, there’s a set of twin falls before you meet the biggest fall of them all, Banyu Wana (The Spray). This is a huge fall and makes for very dramatic shots.
The entrance fee is a reasonable 30,000 IDR for all four falls on this site.
Jembong Waterfall
Jembong Waterfall is a lovely waterfall near Lovina and Singaraja, and there’s a pleasant walk through the cocoa plantations to get there.
Interestingly, there is also a swimming pool complex using only natural water from the falls nearby (it’s called Toya Merta Sari), and you will find an adults’ pool plus two kids’ pools there.
Make sure to take a camera here, as the shots you can get are just incredible.
Singsing Waterfall
This makes for a lovely nature adventure when you’re exploring the area around Lovina Beach.
The name means “daybreak waterfall”, and it’s best seen in the early morning light when the golden hour is in full flow.
The shallow pool here offers some great reflections for photographers.
Pangkung Bengkel Waterfall
If you’re in the mood for a real adventure, this hidden waterfall in West Bali might be your ultimate day out.
This tall and attractive fall breaks over the rock layer running down through the jungle.
You’re likely to have it all to yourself, too, if you’re prepared to hike out there, as it’s one of the truly “unknown” places on our list.
Sumampan Waterfall
Sumampan Waterfall is not too far from Ubud, and it’s a fair hike down some steep stairs to get to this spot – it’s best to visit when it’s dry, as these stairs can get very slippery.
If you do make the trip down the slope, you will also have to ford a river to get to the falls themselves.
It’s worth it, they’re absolutely majestic and around the base of the rock, you can find some unique carvings by the famous local artist Nyoman Retana.
Cebure Waterfall
Cebure is in East Bali, and it’s a difficult place to get to by yourself. We’d always recommend hiring a driver to get out there.
You will also need to hike for about 20 minutes through the jungle to witness this place.
You’ll be glad that you did, mind you, it’s gorgeous. There’s also a fountain here that is used in local purification rituals, which is well worth seeing.
Jagasatru Waterfall
Jagasatrue Waterfall is considered to be a sacred place, and you should treat a trip to this place as you would a trip to a Balinese temple, including what you wear.
This is a place where you can commune with the “real Bali” that is slowly disappearing to make way for a new Bali that isn’t quite the same.
We’d combine your visit here with a trip to Sidemen and Manggis to get the most out of your trip.
Batu Belah Waterfall (Dewasana Waterfall)
This waterfall is a little confusing as it has two local names – Batu Belah and Dewasana.
However, what’s not confusing is how pretty this place is and the glorious absence of the influencers that often plague the waterfall sites on the island.
It’s not the biggest or most impressive waterfall on the island, but it is unique and very much worth seeing.
Colek Pamor Waterfall
This awesome waterfall in North Bali is not far from Lovina, Singaraja and Munduk.
It’s a bit of a hike from the road to this fall, but it’s a nice walk through an area of lush, natural beauty. You’ll enjoy it as long as you pace yourself comfortably.
The waterfall itself is suitably dramatic, and there’s a nice pool at the base too.
Santhipala Spring Waterfall
If you don’t mind getting a long way off the beaten path, you can enjoy this waterfall pretty much all to yourself.
They say the water at this spot has healing properties, and you may want to bathe in the pool at the base of the falls to take advantage of that.
Just make sure to tread carefully here, because these falls are so remote, an accident might mean waiting a long time for help.
Tibu Sampi Waterfall
This remote waterfall is surprisingly easy to get to, and if you’re riding a bike, you can get almost right up to the waterfall before you need to dismount.
It’s a very pretty location that looks amazing in photographs during the golden hour light.
It’s one of the best waterfalls in Bali to swim at, and there’s no plastic pollution in the pool here at all.
Sing Sing Angin Waterfall
Not to be confused with SingSing Waterfall (mentioned earlier in this list), this place is in Tabanan and firmly off the beaten path.
Unusually, it’s a “silent waterfall”, and the rock formation that the water cascades down mutes the sound of the water.
If you make the trip out here, you’ll find it’s a twin waterfall with a very distinct look to it.
Gembleng Waterfall
Gembleng has a very easy and well-maintained path to follow to the waterfall, and if you have any concerns about tackling slippery steps, etc., this is the right place to come to, as you will have no problems here.
The big draw here is the incredible natural infinity pool, which offers amazing views over the jungle.
We strongly recommend taking a camera on a trip here.
Final Thoughts On Waterfalls In Bali
Bali’s waterfalls are an amazing natural resource, and we strongly encourage you to visit them and leave them as you found them. Please take your trash home with you and don’t discard it on-site.
We hope you’ll have a fabulous time exploring these places. We know that our team really enjoyed getting out to put this list together for you.