Sekumpul Waterfall

At a Glance

• Original name: Air Terjun Sekumpul
• Where: Lemukih village, Buleleng regency, north Bali
• Height: main cascades about 70–80 meters
• The trek: ~400 steep steps + a river crossing
• Time needed: 2.5–4 hours for the trek
• Important: the canyon descent is guide-only; register at the official ticket office
• Getting there: ~2–2.5 hours from Ubud, ~1 hour from Lovina

Sekumpul (Air Terjun Sekumpul) is a cluster of tall cascades in a deep jungle gorge in north Bali, widely called the most beautiful waterfall on the island. The main streams drop around 70–80 meters, and the name "Sekumpul" means "a group" or "a gathering" — a nod to the way several waterfalls converge in one spot.

Why Visit

Sekumpul is a once-in-a-trip waterfall, not a quick roadside stop. Several ribbons of water falling side by side into a green gorge through the mist look genuinely grand, and the view is worth the journey north and the climb down into the canyon.

Getting to the water isn't easy, though: the trek involves hundreds of steep steps and a river crossing. This is a place for those ready for a real hike who don't mind getting wet; anyone after an easy waterfall will be happier at Gitgit or Tegenungan.

The Trek and the Falls

A descent of about 400 steep steps leads down, and at the canyon floor you wade across a cool river to reach the main cascades. The climb back is a serious cardio effort, so allow time and energy for it.

A nice detail: the cascades are fed by different sources, so in the rains one stream can turn muddy brown while the one beside it stays clear. In the same gorge, just a 10-minute walk away, hides another lovely waterfall — Fiji Waterfall — often included on the longer route.

Viewing platforms are set along the canyon rim, giving the panoramic view of the wall of waterfalls through the mist that Sekumpul is famous for.

When to Visit and What to Know

• Guide required. The descent into the canyon is now guide-only. Register at the official ticket office at the trailhead, and don't accept "helpers" who intercept tourists on the road.
• Entry and trek. There's a charge to visit, with options ranging from the viewpoints to the long trek including Fiji Waterfall. Exact amounts change — check at the official office.
• Footwear and clothing. You'll need shoes with good grip and a willingness to wade the river; bring a change of clothes.
• Best time. Morning in the dry season: fewer people, a safer river crossing, and clearer water.
• Time needed. Allow 2.5–4 hours for the trek with the climb back.

Combine Your Trip

Sekumpul is part of north Bali and pairs well with other spots in Buleleng regency: the tall Gitgit waterfall, the Banjar hot springs, the village of Munduk with its cascades, and the Lovina coast with its morning dolphin trips.

FAQ

Do you really need a guide for Sekumpul? Yes — the canyon descent is now allowed only with a local guide. Hire one at the official registration point at the entrance.

How hard is the trek? It's about 400 steep steps each way plus a river crossing; the climb back is the main effort. Reasonable fitness is needed.

How many waterfalls are at Sekumpul? Several cascades in one gorge, with the separate Fiji Waterfall a 10-minute walk away, included on the longer route.

When is the best time to visit? Morning in the dry season — clearer water, a safer river crossing, and fewer crowds.