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Tegenungan Waterfall: A Practical Guide for Visitors
The big waterfall south of Ubud: tickets, the stairs, swimming rules and the glass bridge
By The Bali Guideline Editorial TeamUpdated 14 October 2026
Overview
Tegenungan Waterfall, before you go.
Tegenungan Waterfall is a wide, powerful fall on the Petanu River in Kemenuh village, about 11 km south of central Ubud. It is worth it if you want a big waterfall without a hike: about 200 steps lead down to the pool. Go early, and expect crowds, cafés and no swimming when the river runs high.
Tegenungan sits on the Petanu River in Kemenuh village, Sukawati district, in the low country between Ubud and the south coast. The river, about 47 km long, drops over a single rock ledge into a wide pool edged with river stones. Indonesian Wikipedia puts the height at 15 m and a recent guide at 15 to 17 m, while the Bali tourism office’s own page gives no figure, so treat any number you read as approximate. What impresses is the volume and width of the water rather than the height.
Being this close to Ubud and the southern resorts made Tegenungan a fixture of day-tour loops, alongside the Barong dance in Batubulan, the Monkey Forest and Tegallalang. Before the pandemic its managers told Antara that 700 to 1,000 people came a day. The customary village runs the site through a village company, which employed 70 local workers in 2022, and residents still use a nearby spring shrine, Pura Pancoran 11, for melukat purification and drinking water.
The visit has changed in the last few years. The foreign ticket was IDR 20,000 in 2022 and is IDR 30,000 now. Cafés and viewing decks line the rim, and Omma Day Club has built pools and day beds facing the falls on the Kemenuh side. On 11 November 2022 the Bali Glass Bridge opened across the gorge a short way downstream, with its own entrances and a ticket about eight times the waterfall’s. Across the river, the Blangsinga side in Saba village has a separate entrance with nests and swings.
The catches are what you would expect at a waterfall this easy to reach. From about 10 am to 3 pm the pool and the photo spots are crowded. The climb back up is steep and hot. After rain upstream the water turns brown and staff stop people swimming, which happens often from November to March. If you want a quieter swim, Tibumana is about 35 minutes east, and Kanto Lampo is about 3 km from it.
- Opening hours
- Daily 6:30 am–6:30 pm (checked Oct 2026)
- Ticket
- IDR 30,000 adults, IDR 15,000 children (checked Oct 2026)
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Best time
- Before 9 am, dry season (April–October)
- Dress code
- Swimwear for the pool; shoes with grip for the stairs
- Location
- Kemenuh, Sukawati, 11 km south of central Ubud (25–40 min)
Jl. Ir. Sutami, Kemenuh, Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali 80581
Open in Google MapsWhat to See
What to see at Tegenungan Waterfall.
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The pool and river stones at the base
The stairs end on a wide bank of river stones in front of the fall, where stacked rock cairns often stand and the spray reaches you well before the water does. The pool spreads across the river below the ledge. When staff allow it, you can wade or swim in the marked area; stay out of the churn directly under the fall, where the current is strongest.
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The stairway and the rim viewpoints
About 200 concrete steps, roughly 10 minutes each way, link the car park and rim to the river. Viewing decks and cafés near the top give the classic framed view without the climb, which suits anyone who finds stairs hard. The way back up is the real effort, so keep some water for it and take it slowly in the midday heat.
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Swimming, when the river allows it
Swimming is allowed in designated areas when the flow is calm, and staff close the water when the current rises. The Petanu drains a long valley, so rain in the hills can raise it even when the sky above you is clear. Follow the staff, keep children within reach, and do not jump from the rocks around the fall, whatever you have seen in online videos.
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The Blangsinga side
Across the river in Blangsinga, Saba village, a separate entrance leads to the east bank and D’Tukad River Club, with hanging nests, swings and river views at a lower spend than the day club opposite. Its ticket is not shared with the Kemenuh side, so choose one side unless you are happy to pay twice. It is a good option with children who want the swings more than the swim.
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Bali Glass Bridge
Opened on 11 November 2022, this glass-floored footbridge crosses the Petanu gorge a short way downstream, linking Kemenuh and Saba. It is a separate attraction with entrances on both sides and an adult ticket reported at about IDR 250,000, children half price. Visitors wear fabric shoe covers and staff close it in rain. Published lengths range from 188 to 200 m, and one reviewer noted you cannot see the waterfall itself from the deck.
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Omma Day Club and the rim cafés
If you would rather watch the falls with a drink in hand, Omma Day Club on the Kemenuh side has pools, day beds and lounges facing the water, open 7:30 am to 9 pm. Packages start at IDR 1.5 million for a lounge for three, most of it returned as food and drink credit. The simpler cafés near the top of the stairs cost a fraction of that.
Seasons
Best time to visit Tegenungan Waterfall.
Arrive before 9 am. The light is softer, the pool is quiet and you can take a photo without a queue. The busiest stretch is from about 11 am to 3 pm, when tour groups arrive on their way between Ubud and the south. Weekends and public holidays bring more domestic visitors, especially in the afternoon.
April to October, the dry season, is best: the water is clearer and swimming is open more often. From November to March the falls are bigger and louder, but the river often runs brown and fast and staff close the pool. Ubud gets about 2,240 mm of rain a year, with January the wettest month (around 325 mm) and August the driest (around 90 mm).
Do not visit during or right after heavy rain. The river can rise quickly with rain upstream, and the steps and rocks are at their most slippery. If the water looks brown and fast when you arrive, enjoy the view from the rim and skip the swim.
Getting There
How to get to Tegenungan Waterfall.
| From | Time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Central Ubud | 25–40 min | About 11 km south by car or scooter. Allow extra time while Ubud’s new one-way scheme, in force since September 2026, settles. |
| Bali airport (DPS) | 60–90 min | By car or pre-booked transfer. An easy first or last stop on the way between the airport and Ubud. |
| Seminyak or Kuta | 60–90 min | By car with a driver, usually as the first stop of an Ubud day trip. Leave by 7:30 am to arrive before the crowds. |
| Canggu | 60–90 min | By car or scooter across Denpasar; traffic sets the time. |
| Sanur | 30–45 min | By car. The closest of the beach bases, so an early visit is easy. |
| Uluwatu or Nusa Dua | 1.5–2 hours | By car. The longest common transfer to the falls; leave early. |
Getting around Tegenungan Waterfall
The Kemenuh entrance has a car park at the top of the stairs. A 2024 report put car parking at IDR 5,000, and some recent guides say it is included, so keep a few small notes. Most visitors come with a hired driver who waits in the car park while they go down.
Grab and Gojek will drop you at the entrance. Getting a ride back this far from the main towns is less certain, so keep your driver, or agree a pickup time with the driver who brought you.
From the ticket booth, about 200 steps lead down to the river. They are wet and slippery near the bottom, and the river stones at the base are uneven. Wear sandals or shoes with grip, not flip-flops. If you struggle with stairs, the viewing decks at the top give a good look at the falls.
Know Before You Go
Tegenungan Waterfall tips that save time and trouble.
- 01Bring cash. The ticket is IDR 30,000 for adults and IDR 15,000 for children (checked Oct 2026).
- 02Arrive before 9 am for a quiet pool and photos without a queue.
- 03Wear swimwear under your clothes; there are toilets and changing rooms on site.
- 04Wear sandals or shoes with grip; the steps and river stones are slippery.
- 05Swim only where and when staff allow it, and never directly under the fall.
- 06Pack your phone in a dry bag; the spray soaks everything near the base.
- 07The glass bridge, the Blangsinga side and Omma Day Club each charge separately.
- 08Skip the visit during or right after heavy rain, when the river can rise fast.
- 09Combine it with Goa Gajah, 20 minutes away, or the Bangli waterfalls to the east.
FAQ
Tegenungan Waterfall questions, answered.
How much is the Tegenungan Waterfall entrance fee?
IDR 30,000 for adults and IDR 15,000 for children (checked Oct 2026), paid in cash at the Kemenuh entrance. Parking is a few thousand rupiah or included. The Blangsinga side, the Bali Glass Bridge and Omma Day Club each charge their own fees, so the waterfall ticket does not cover them.
What are the Tegenungan Waterfall opening hours?
Daily from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm (checked Oct 2026). The site closes for Nyepi, Bali’s day of silence, when the whole island shuts down. Arrive at opening or before 9 am for the quietest pool; the busiest hours are from about 11 am to 3 pm.
Can you swim at Tegenungan Waterfall?
Yes, when the river is calm. Swimming is allowed in designated areas, and staff close the water when the current gets strong, which is common after rain and through much of the wet season. Never swim directly under the fall, do not jump from the rocks, and keep children close. The dry season, April to October, gives the best chance of an open pool.
Is Tegenungan Waterfall worth visiting?
Yes, if you want a big, powerful waterfall close to Ubud without a hike. It takes about 30 minutes to reach from central Ubud and 10 minutes to walk down. It is busier and more built up than the Bangli falls, so go early. For a quieter swim, Tibumana is a better pick.
How many steps are there at Tegenungan Waterfall?
About 200, a walk of roughly 10 minutes each way between the rim and the pool. Going down is easy; the climb back up is steep and hot at midday, so bring water. The steps are wet near the bottom. If stairs are hard for you, the viewing decks at the top give a good view.
Is there a glass bridge at Tegenungan Waterfall?
Yes, nearby rather than over the falls. The Bali Glass Bridge opened on 11 November 2022 across the Petanu gorge a short way downstream, linking Kemenuh and Saba. It has its own entrances and an adult ticket reported at about IDR 250,000. It closes in rain, and one reviewer noted the waterfall itself is not visible from the deck.
How tall is Tegenungan Waterfall?
About 15 m. Indonesian Wikipedia gives 15 m and a recent guide says 15 to 17 m; the Bali tourism office’s page gives no height. Figures vary between websites, so treat any number as approximate. The fall is impressive for its width and the volume of water, especially in the wet season.
How far is Tegenungan Waterfall from Ubud?
About 11 km south of central Ubud, a drive of 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. It is in Kemenuh village, Sukawati district, on the Petanu River. From Seminyak, Kuta or Canggu allow 60 to 90 minutes, and from Sanur 30 to 45 minutes.
Is Tegenungan Waterfall safe in the rainy season?
The viewpoints are, but the water often is not. From November to March the river regularly runs brown and fast after rain upstream, and staff close the pool. The steps and rocks are slippery. Visit in the morning, before afternoon storms, and stay at the rim if the water looks high.
Which waterfalls can you combine with Tegenungan?
Kanto Lampo, about 25 to 30 minutes east, and Tibumana, about 35 to 40 minutes, make an easy three-waterfall morning. Tukad Cepung is about an hour away in Bangli. Do Tegenungan first, at opening, since it fills up fastest.
Nearby
Where to go after Tegenungan Waterfall.
Places close by that fit into the same trip, with honest travel times.
About 20 min by car
Goa Gajah
The 11th-century Elephant Cave, its bathing pools and a path down to the same Petanu River.
Visitor guide25–30 min by car
Kanto Lampo Waterfall
A 15-metre fall that fans over stepped rock; come before 9 am to beat the photo queue.
35–40 min by car
Tibumana Waterfall
A single curtain into a round pool, easier for a calm swim than Tegenungan.
25–35 min by car
Sacred Monkey Forest
Ubud’s temple forest with its long-tailed macaques, on the way back north.
Visitor guideAbout 15 min by car
Bali Zoo
A family stop in Singapadu if the children want animals after the waterfall.
About 20 min by car
Celuk silver village
Silversmith workshops on the road south, some with short ring-making classes.
More in Ubud
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How we researched this
Sources and fact checks.
Prices, opening hours, show times and travel times in this Tegenungan Waterfall guide were checked against official sites, government tourism pages and recent reporting on 14 October 2026. Where sources disagreed, we give the official figure and say so. Rankings are our editorial judgment, set out in our editorial policy.
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