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Tegenungan Waterfall, Bali

Tegenungan Waterfall dropping off a rock ledge into a pool, thick greenery around, people by the water
Photo: John Ellis, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons

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Entry
≈ IDR 20,000–30,000
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Opening hours
Daily, roughly 6:30–18:30
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Time on site
A typical visit without queueing. In high season add 15–30 minutes.
1 h
With kids
Fine with kids
Entrance fee
≈ IDR 20,000–30,000 adult, ≈ IDR 15,000 child
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Swimming
Allowed in marked areas; not after heavy rain
Steps
A stairway down to the pool — and back up
Location
Kemenuh village; ≈ 12 km from Ubud, ≈ 23 km from Sanur, ≈ 33 km from Kuta
Coordinates
-8.57523, 115.29070YesGo MapGoogleApple

Key facts

Petanuthe river the falls are on — about 47 km long, rising near Mount Batur
SourceEnglish Wikipedia
Lowlandone of the few Bali waterfalls not in the mountains
SourceEnglish Wikipedia
2 entranceswest (Tegenungan) and east (Blangsinga), with separate ticket booths
Sourcetravel guides
April–Octoberthe dry season — clearer water, drier paths
SourceEnglish Wikipedia
≈ 8 kmto Goa Gajah
SourceOSRM route
≈ 7 kmto Batuan Temple
SourceOSRM route

Tegenungan Waterfall entrance fee and entrances

According to 2026 guides, entry is about IDR 20,000–30,000 for adults and around IDR 15,000 for children; no separate foreigner rate is mentioned. Parking is a few thousand rupiah extra. It's open roughly 6:30–18:30.

There are two entrances on opposite banks: the western Tegenungan entrance and the eastern Blangsinga entrance, run by different villages, so prices and parking may differ slightly. The main viewpoint and most cafés are on the western side.

About Tegenungan

Tegenungan is a waterfall on the Petanu River in Kemenuh village, between Ubud and Sanur. The Petanu is one of Bali's longest rivers, about 47 km, rising near Mount Batur. Tegenungan is one of the few waterfalls on the island outside the mountains, which makes it easy to reach from the south.

A broad curtain of water falls off a rock ledge into a jungle-ringed pool. At the entrance a viewpoint looks down on the falls, and a stairway leads to the bottom. Locals regard the river as sacred and come here to pray and meditate.

Things to see

  • The view from above at the entrance viewpoint.
  • The pool at the base — fine for a dip.
  • Rock ledges around the falls for photos.
  • Swings and photo spots on the slopes — paid separately.
  • Cafés with a view at the top.

How to get to Tegenungan Waterfall

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  1. From Ubud — about 12 km south, 20–30 minutes by taxi, Grab, Gojek or scooter.
  2. From Sanur — about 23 km; from Kuta or Seminyak — about 33 km, 1–1.5 hours.
  3. From Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) — about 36 km.
  4. The western entrance is in Kemenuh; search 'Tegenungan Waterfall' in your map app.
  5. Batuan Temple (7 km) and Goa Gajah (8 km) are easy stops on the way.

Best time to visit

Early morning, before 9–10 am, is best: fewer people, softer light. By midday tour groups arrive and the water's edge gets crowded. In the dry season, April to October, the water is clearer for swimming; in the wet season the falls are more powerful, but paths are slippery.

Tegenungan is a handy stop between the southern resorts and Ubud, often combined with Batuan Temple, Goa Gajah and the craft villages.

Is Tegenungan Waterfall worth it?

Yes, if you want a beautiful waterfall without a long drive: it's the nearest big waterfall to Sanur and Kuta, with swimming and a view from the top.

YesGo's take: Tegenungan is Bali's most touristy waterfall — crowded by day and ringed with cafés, swings and souvenir stalls. For wilder nature, head to Sekumpul or Tibumana. For half a day near Ubud, though, it's a great choice.

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From the south to Ubud

Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall and Goa Gajah all lie along the same road. Add it to your trip — YesGo will set the timings and transfers.

  1. Batuan Temple45 min · donation or ≈ IDR 30,000–50,000
  2. 32 min walk from the previous stopTegenungan Waterfallyou are here1 h · ≈ IDR 20,000–30,000
  3. 100 min walk from the previous stopGoa Gajah (Elephant Cave)1 h · ≈ IDR 50,000

3 places · about 4 h 57 min with walks · 132 min on foot in total

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Nearby and on the way

Batuan Temple

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45 min · donation or ≈ IDR 30,000–50,000 · 32 min walk

How to do it right

  • Arrive at opening — before 9 am the pool is almost empty.
  • Bring swimwear and a towel.
  • Don't swim right under the falls — the flow is strong.
  • Wear shoes with grip — the rocks are slippery.
  • Stop at Batuan Temple, just 7 km away.

Questions

How much is the Tegenungan Waterfall entrance fee?

About IDR 20,000–30,000 for adults and around IDR 15,000 for children.

Can you swim at Tegenungan Waterfall?

Yes, in marked areas at the base; swimming closes after heavy rain.

What are Tegenungan's opening hours?

Roughly 6:30–18:30 daily.

How far is Tegenungan from Ubud?

About 12 km south — 20–30 minutes by taxi, Grab, Gojek or scooter.

How many steps are there at Tegenungan?

A stairway leads down to the pool; a few minutes down, longer back up.

Which entrance is better?

The western Tegenungan entrance has the main viewpoint and cafés; the eastern Blangsinga side is usually quieter.

Is Tegenungan Waterfall worth visiting?

Yes for an easy, scenic stop near Ubud — just go early to beat the crowds.

Have you been? Was it worth your time?

1 — no, 5 — absolutely

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Sources and fact-check

  • English Wikipedia — Tegenungan Waterfall: Petanu River, length and source, lowland setting, viewpoint, seasons
  • balicheapesttours.com, destination.com, agoda.com (2026) — fees, hours, two entrances, swimming (unofficial)
  • Wikidata Q25462922 — coordinates; OSRM routing — distances
YesGo editorial team · facts checked 10.11.2026 ·
How we checkedThe Petanu River, its length and source, the waterfall's lowland setting, viewpoint and seasons are from English Wikipedia. The IDR 20,000–30,000 fee (children IDR 15,000), 6:30–18:30 hours and the two entrances come from 2026 guides; there's no official ticket page online, so they're marked unconfirmed. Sources don't mention a separate foreigner rate. Swimming advice is from guides and our own judgement. Distances are OSRM routes without traffic from Ubud (12 km), Sanur (23 km), Kuta (33 km) and the airport (36 km), and to Batuan (7 km) and Goa Gajah (8 km).

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