Banyumala Twin Waterfalls, Bali
Hidden Cascades Above the Twin Lakes
Arriving early in the cool mountain air, the path slips sharply down to a clearing where two silver ribbons of water plunge side‑by‑side into a jade pool. Banyumala Twin Waterfalls in North Bali feels tucked away from the island’s busier sights, a place where the only noise might be the rush of falling water and the occasional bird.
Getting Down – and Back Up
From the parking area near Wanagiri, expect five minutes on flat ground before reaching the ticket booth, and then a 10–20‑minute descent on concrete and dirt stairs. Visitors called it “manageable but steep” (TripAdvisor 2023), and it can turn slippery after rain. Walking sticks are sometimes handed out; motorbike rides back uphill cost around 25–30k IDR if you’d rather skip the climb.
The Water and the Setting
The main drop measures roughly 20–30m. Smaller seeps pepper the cliff, softening the scene with threads of water in the greenery. The plunge pool is cold and clear, about 1.5–2m deep in places; reviewers enthused about swimming here and letting the cascade pound shoulders. Water shoes help with the mossy, rocky bottom.
Practicalities and Costs
Entrance fees reported between 20k–50k IDR; many foreign visitors paid 50k in recent years. Some tickets come with a bracelet or bottled water. Parking is modest, sometimes 2k IDR, and basic facilities—changing shed, toilets—sit near the falls. Do carry cash; card payments aren’t mentioned.
When to Go
The dry‑season months (Apr–Oct) make the trail easier and photography crisper, though wet‑season flows are more dramatic. More than one visitor advised arriving between 08:00 and 09:00 to beat bus groups and catch gentle morning light. By midday, especially in high season, expect other swimmers and keen photographers.
In the Words of Other Travelers
Google reviews from 2022–2024 praised the peaceful vibe compared to waterfalls in the south, the lush greenery framing the scene, and friendly local staff—even rescuing a lost drone for one grateful guest. Downsides mentioned include narrow access roads, Instagram‑driven crowds later in the day, and slippery stairs.
Verdict
For those willing to tackle a short but steep hike, Banyumala rewards with space, scenery, and a swim under twin mountain streams—best suited to early risers, nature photographers, and anyone who doesn’t mind a bit of leg work.
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