7 Incredible Waterfalls in Ubud to Visit in 2025

Looking for the best waterfalls in Ubud to add to your 2025 Bali itinerary? You’re in the right place. Ubud might be known for its rice terraces, yoga retreats, and spiritual vibes, but it’s also home to some seriously stunning waterfalls that deserve a spot on your must-see list.

Whether you’re up for a refreshing swim, want to snap that perfect Instagram shot, or just feel like escaping into nature for a few hours, these waterfalls offer the perfect excuse to explore Ubud’s lush jungle side.

The best part? You can either make a day of it and visit them on a self-drive tour, exploring at your own pace, or join a popular waterfall tour, making the adventure super easy while you’re in Ubud. Some are popular and buzzing with energy, while others are peaceful, hidden gems where you might just have the place to yourself.

From popular spots like Tegenungan and Tibumana to more hidden gems like Goa Rajah and Ulu Petanu, here are 7 incredible waterfalls in Ubud that you won’t want to miss in 2025.

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7 Must Visit Waterfalls in Ubud, Bali for 2025

How to get to the Waterfalls in Ubud

Join a day trip

There are plenty of waterfall tours happening every day from Ubud, with the amount of waterfalls to see here, they don’t usually visit all of them, but you can easily find a tour to suit you, especially on Get Your Guide!

These day trips often include other stops along the way too, such as the Monkey Forest, the Rice Terraces, ATV tours or the Holy Water Temples.

Alternatively, a lot of accommodations offer day trips. Whilst I was staying at Arya Wellness Retreat, they had a day trip on offer, but this only included 1 waterfall stop, unlike the tour below which offers 4!

Book a private taxi

If you would prefer to tailor your day especially to you, a great option is to book a private taxi for the whole day. This way, you can select which waterfalls you especially want to visit and often ask the driver if he can recommend any additional new hidden gems!

‪Dewa is a local taxi driver in Ubud, you can book a day trip directly with him or one of this team via Whatsapp on +62 819‑3306‑9693‬, prices will depend on how long you wish your trip to be and where you would like to go but hiring a driver for the day usually costs around 650,000 IDR (£30).

Alternatively, your accommodation will be able to help you find a local driver and usually have certain companies they recommend.

Hire a scooter

If you are confident on a scooter and fancy a little bit of an adventure, an amazing way to explore the waterfalls in Ubud is on a scooter!

This is the cheapest option, as you can find scooters for rent in Ubud for around 100,000 (£4.50) per day, with this price going down the longer you rent them for.

Exploring the waterfalls in Ubud on a scooter is one of the best ways to have the most freedom throughout your day, this way you can spend as long or little as you want at each spot and can just stop and start as you please, like we did taking pictures here there and everywhere along the way!

Grab & Gojek

For all my Grab & Gojek lovers this is not usually recommend when visiting the waterfalls in Ubud as the way the system works is usually a one way trip, it can often happen that once you have visited the waterfall and want to leave there is sometimes no signal meaning you cannot call a Grab or Gojek to come back and pick you up!

If you are planning on visiting one waterfall, then sometimes you can pay the drivers to wait and take you back after, however, this is not recommended and booking a day trip or your own tour is a much more reliable option.

Best Time to Visit the Waterfalls in Ubud

Located on the Indonesian island Bali, Ubud is an inland town surrounded by lush rainforests and picturesque rice paddies.

The island’s peak, and dry season, is April to October, with its shoulder months of April/May or September/October usually being the best to visit to avoid the highest prices and busiest crowds. With the rainy season ending around April time the start of the dry season is usually the best time to visit the waterfalls in Ubud, as they will be at their fiercest with the most water running through them!

1 — Tegenungan Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 30,000 IDR (£1.30)

Locally known as ‘Air Terjun Tegenungan’, this is the biggest and most famous waterfall in Ubud.

Once you have paid and start making your way down to the waterfall, there are plenty of different spots and platforms to take pictures from, whilst you work your way down the 200 steps to the bottom.

Here, there are small changing rooms, toilets and lockers available. You can also find the OMMA day club with a restaurant and swimming pool overlooking the falls where you can stop for a quick bite to eat or spend the day.

To reach the main waterfall, you can easily just follow your way along the wooden bridges and along the rocks. Tegenungan is a great spot for swimming, but depending on the flow of the falls, you are not allowed to swim beneath it.

2 — Kanto Lampo Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 20,000 IDR (90p)

Tucked away in the rainforest, Kanto Lampo Waterfall is known for its stunning, step-like rocks that create a beautiful cascade of water.

Created by an avalanche that hit the Kanto Lampo river region, these falls are probably one of the most iconic and Instagram-worthy. Here, you can find guides on hand to help you get the perfect shot!

Due to its smaller size and spectacular falls, it can get very busy at Kanto Lampo. There is not a lot to see from a distance as you approach the falls from the side and can walk along in front of them, because of this, there can often be queues to get in front of the falls themselves, and there are not many places to sit.

To avoid the crowds, I would visit here either early morning or late afternoon. If you had these falls to yourself, they would be truly spectacular.

3 — Tibumana Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 25,000 IDR (£1.10)

Tibumana is locally known as ‘Air Terjun Tibumana’ and is a real hidden gem.

It is also my very favourite waterfall to get to, as the scenery is absolutely breathtaking. Located down a small winding road that takes you right through the heart of the rice paddies, you can find the parking. Once here, it is a short walk through the jungle to reach the falls themselves.

These secret falls are stunning, with one narrow stream of water coming down surrounded by lush greenery, it really does look like paradise.

The pool here at the base of the falls is very large and with cute bamboo bridges and rocks to rest on, this is the perfect spot to spend some time, swim and relax whilst immersed in the Balinese jungle.

4 — Taman Sari Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 25,000 IDR (£1.10)

Taman Sari Waterfall and natural pools are terraced falls with a stunning main waterfall and the perfect swimming opportunity from the natural pool below. Here the water is fresh, making it the perfect place to escape to nature and from the business in Ubud centre for a few hours.

Taman Sari is a recently opened waterfall and is still a bit of a hidden gem, located between Tibumana and Kanto Lampo falls its the perfect addition to your waterfall hopping day out!

On arrival, you will head down the trail to reach the falls. This route isn’t flat but has been laid with gravel to make it easy to walk even in wet weather.

On your way down, you can either head left, taking you to the top pool where you can swim under the main falls, or continue down to the emerald natural pool below. This pool is large and deep and is a great spot to take a dip and cool off during your waterfalls in Ubud day trip!

5 — Suwat Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 25,000 IDR (£1.10)

Suwat Waterfall is a wonderful spot nestled deep into the jungle surrounding Ubud.

Along the short walk to reach the fall itself, you will work your way through the jungle with the flora and fauna showcased all around you. Suwat waterfall cascades from a height down into the small pool below, surrounded by a gorge decorated with vines.

At Suwat waterfall, you can find a small bamboo raft which allows you to paddle out closer to the falls and get the perfect picture. This raft can be rented from the locals, and they double up as photographers for a fee of 20,000 IDR (90p).

If you’d prefer something a little more exciting, you can climb up onto the rocks and jump down 2/3 metres into the pool below! Just make sure to watch your step on the way up, as it can be rather slippery.

6 — Goa Rajah Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 25,000 IDR (£1.10)

Goa Rajah Waterfall is another secret spot which is only just starting to be discovered. The fall itself is located inside a cave, hence the name Goa Rajah given to it, which in Indonesian means King Cave.

The hike through the jungle to reach Goa Rajah is about 15 minutes long. To get there, the path can be a little steep and slippery in places, but the King Cave falls at the end make the journey worth it.

To make the most of this cave location visit in the morning, and as the sun comes up over the mouth at the top of the cave, you will get an incredible sight as the sunlight streams through the cascading water!

The pools at the bottom of the falls here are not deep enough to dive or swim in, but still make a great place for a little dip to cool off on your waterfall day trip.

7 — Ulu Pentanu Waterfall

💸 Entrance fee: 30,000 IDR (£1.30)

Ulu Pentanu waterfall is another hidden gem and a spot that has yet to be discovered by most. Located north of Ubud, this is the perfect waterfall to visit if you plan on visiting Tirta Empul Temple or the lesser-known Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu temple for a water purification blessing.

After paying your entrance fee, the main waterfall is a beautiful walk through the rainforest, starting off down some steps, you then work your way across the flowing water on stepping stones surrounded by fish and butterflies, it is truly stunning.

Ulu Pentanu waterfall is an incredible spot where the large falls cascade down into an emerald pool surrounded by lush greenery and vines. You can swim here or just admire the view from the platforms or wooden bridges.

At Ulu Pentanu, you get 2 falls for the price of 1! Located up the hill and a short but beautiful walk along the river away from Ulu Pentanu, you can find a second waterfall. This path can be a little slippery, so make sure to watch your footing and make sure to also look up unless you plan on walking through a large cobweb like I did!

Where to Stay in Ubud

Hostels — an amazing hostel to visit whilst you are in Ubud is Arya Wellness Retreat, sorry guys, but this is a female-only space and is truly magical. Located just a short walk from the monkey forest and directly off the bustling streets of Ubud, this sanctuary is an oasis of calm amongst it all. With 4-bed shared dorms or private rooms available, there is something to suit everyone. The price is slightly higher than most hostels, but it includes breakfast, yoga and meditation classes, daily workshops and activities such as cacao ceremonies, movie nights and sound healing, and free daily massages, manicures and pedicures! It really doesn’t get much better than Arya, so make sure to visit during your time in Ubud to make some lifelong girlfriends and take a break from the usual hostel madness.

Hotels — located on the western side of Ubud town is Bali Ubud Harmony, this cute, locally run hotel offers plenty of different rooms, which all boast incredible sunrise views over a lush green canyon. Here you can find fully equipped double or queen rooms, with toiletries, shared kitchen facilities, air conditioning and laundry services. Bali Ubud Harmony has a rooftop pool, which is perfect to spend a chilled day relaxing by, and there is a menu of freshly prepared food to pick from if you don’t wish to venture out into the town itself.

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