





Bali: Banyumala Twin Waterfall
Operating Hours:Monday - Sunday: 07:00 - 17:00
The Vibe:A secret swimming hole in the highlands
Nestled in the forested hills of Buleleng near Wanagiri, this wide, twin-stream waterfall remains quieter than its famous neighbours. The swimmable pool at its base has earned it a reputation as one of Bali's best natural bathing spots.
Two broad sheets of water tumble over a stepped rock face into a wide, jade-green pool. The surrounding jungle amplifies the rush of water, while cool highland mist keeps the air fresh 🌿.
- • Rated 4.6 on Google with visitors praising the swimmable pool and uncrowded setting
- • Regularly featured in 'secret waterfalls of Bali' lists by travel publications
- • Visitors highlight the wide cascade and the refreshing natural pool as standout features
Persona Fit
- 💕 Couples: A secluded jungle pool with a dramatic twin cascade — one of Bali's most romantic natural settings.
- 📸 Photographers: Wide cascade, layered rock textures, and emerald water create rich compositions.
- 🎒 Solo Travellers: Peaceful and uncrowded; easy to linger and enjoy without feeling rushed.
- 👨👩👧 Families: The pool is wide and approachable for older children, though the trail down requires care.
- 🏃 Adventure Seekers: Combine with nearby Munduk or Sekumpul falls for a full highland waterfall day.
Highlights
- Twin cascade formation — two parallel streams fan across a wide, stepped rock face
- Swimmable jade pool — a broad, calm basin ideal for cooling off after the trail descent
- Jungle stairway trek — a steep but scenic descent through dense tropical forest to the falls
- Wanagiri highland setting — cooler mountain air and mist make a welcome change from coastal heat
- Quiet mornings — far fewer visitors than Tegenungan or Sekumpul, especially before 10:00 — Hidden Gem
- Third stream on the far right — during wet season, a narrow third waterfall appears on the right edge of the rock face, visible only from the far side of the pool
- Mossy log crossing upstream — a short scramble past the left cascade leads to a mossy fallen trunk over the river, offering a unique elevated perspective back toward the falls
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- Situated in the Wanagiri area of Buleleng, roughly 1.5–2 hours north of Ubud by car. The final stretch involves narrow village roads.
- A single entrance and small parking area are at the trailhead near Wanagiri village; the path down is clearly marked from the ticket booth.
- Rideshare is possible but drivers may be unfamiliar with the exact location — sharing the Google Maps pin in advance helps.
Food & Coffee Shops
Trailhead warung: cold drinks and light snacks — basic but enough to refuel after the climb.
Wanagiri Hidden Hills: a nearby café with dramatic views over the twin lakes of Buyan and Tamblingan — popular for its photo spots.
Munduk village eateries (20 minutes away): Balinese home-style cooking in a cool highland setting with clove-scented air.
Trailhead warung: cold drinks and light snacks — basic but enough to refuel after the climb.
Wanagiri Hidden Hills: a nearby café with dramatic views over the twin lakes of Buyan and Tamblingan — popular for its photo spots.
Munduk village eateries (20 minutes away): Balinese home-style cooking in a cool highland setting with clove-scented air.
Insider Tips
Best Time: Arrive before 09:00 on a weekday for the most peaceful experience; the pool feels almost private.
Hack: Wear reef shoes or trail sandals — the rocks in the pool and on the trail are slippery, and flip-flops are unsafe.
Hidden Gem: During wet season, look for the third stream that appears on the far right of the rock face — a rare, ephemeral addition to the cascade.
Combine with nearby Munduk or Sekumpul waterfalls for a full day of highland waterfall hopping.
Bring a waterproof phone pouch — mist at the base and the temptation to swim make water damage a real risk.
Best Time: Arrive before 09:00 on a weekday for the most peaceful experience; the pool feels almost private.
Hack: Wear reef shoes or trail sandals — the rocks in the pool and on the trail are slippery, and flip-flops are unsafe.
Hidden Gem: During wet season, look for the third stream that appears on the far right of the rock face — a rare, ephemeral addition to the cascade.
Combine with nearby Munduk or Sekumpul waterfalls for a full day of highland waterfall hopping.
Bring a waterproof phone pouch — mist at the base and the temptation to swim make water damage a real risk.
Photography Tips
Drones are not advisable due to dense jungle canopy and limited launch space near the pool.
Morning light between 08:00 and 10:00 illuminates the twin streams most evenly against the dark rock face.
Shoot from the centre of the pool (waist-deep) for a symmetrical composition of both cascades with jungle framing.
A slow-shutter-speed shot (1/4 sec or longer) smooths the twin streams into silky curtains — bring a mini tripod.
Drones are not advisable due to dense jungle canopy and limited launch space near the pool.
Morning light between 08:00 and 10:00 illuminates the twin streams most evenly against the dark rock face.
Shoot from the centre of the pool (waist-deep) for a symmetrical composition of both cascades with jungle framing.
A slow-shutter-speed shot (1/4 sec or longer) smooths the twin streams into silky curtains — bring a mini tripod.
Things To Do Nearby
Wanagiri Hidden Hills — viewpoints and Instagram swings overlooking Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan.
Munduk Waterfall — a slender, towering cascade in a highland coffee-growing village, 20 minutes west.
Ulun Danu Bratan Temple — the iconic lakeside temple in Bedugul, roughly 30 minutes south.
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces — UNESCO-listed paddies with panoramic highland views, about 45 minutes southwest.
Wanagiri Hidden Hills — viewpoints and Instagram swings overlooking Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan.
Munduk Waterfall — a slender, towering cascade in a highland coffee-growing village, 20 minutes west.
Ulun Danu Bratan Temple — the iconic lakeside temple in Bedugul, roughly 30 minutes south.
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces — UNESCO-listed paddies with panoramic highland views, about 45 minutes southwest.




