📍 North Bali

Gitgit Waterfall

A tall, easy-to-reach North Bali waterfall at the end of a short, pretty walk through clove and coffee gardens.

Gitgit is North Bali's most accessible classic waterfall: a single tall, powerful drop reached by a short, mostly downhill walk through spice and coffee gardens near Singaraja. Unlike the strenuous valley trek at Sekumpul, Gitgit asks only a gentle 10–15 minute stroll along a paved-and-stepped path, which makes it a favourite easy stop for families and anyone who wants the waterfall experience without a workout. It's long been one of the island's best-known falls, and its position on the main route between the central highlands and the north coast makes it a natural add-on to a day that also takes in Lake Bratan, Munduk or the twin lakes. Expect a small entrance fee and a path lined with stalls selling local coffee, spices and souvenirs.

Awan's tips

Arrive early; mid-morning brings tour coaches and the narrow viewing area at the base gets busy
The walk down is easy but it's all uphill on the way back — take it slowly in the heat and humidity
The coffee and spice stalls along the path are a genuine chance to buy local produce; a little friendly haggling is normal

Highlights

A single tall waterfall — one of the highest easily-reached falls in North Bali — dropping into a green plunge pool
A short, scenic walk (around 10–15 minutes) through clove, coffee and cacao gardens to reach it
Roadside access right off the main Bedugul–Singaraja route, so very little driving detour
Stalls along the path selling local Balinese coffee, vanilla, cloves and handicrafts
An easy, low-effort waterfall suitable for almost all ages and fitness levels

Good to know

Entrance fee is approximately IDR 20,000–40,000 per person (approximate, 2026); pay at the small ticket booth at the top
Best in the morning for light and fewer visitors; the fall is strongest during and after the wet season (roughly November–March)
Wear comfortable shoes with some grip — the path has steps and can be damp — and bring a light layer, as North Bali's hills are cooler than the coast
Allow about 45 minutes to an hour total; suits families, older travellers and anyone wanting an easy, rewarding stop

What Gitgit is and why it's worth a stop

Gitgit is a tall single-drop waterfall in the hills above Singaraja, named for the village it sits near. It's one of the oldest-established and best-known waterfalls on the island, partly because it's so easy to reach — the path is short, paved and gentle, so you don't need to be fit or adventurous to enjoy it.

That accessibility is exactly its appeal. For travellers crossing the central mountains to the north coast, Gitgit is a quick, rewarding leg-stretch: a genuine tall waterfall just minutes from the main road, with a pleasant garden walk thrown in.

The walk and what you'll see

From the ticket booth at the top, a paved path with steps leads down through gardens of clove, coffee and cacao to the base of the falls. The walk takes most people 10–15 minutes one way and is lined with small stalls.

At the bottom the waterfall drops in a single tall column into a rocky plunge pool, throwing up a cool mist. There's space to stand, take photos and paddle at the edge before the walk back up.

Paved, stepped path through spice and coffee gardens
A single tall cascade into a plunge pool at the base
Local stalls selling coffee, spices and crafts along the way

Getting there and fitting it into a day

Gitgit lies right off the main Bedugul–Singaraja road, so the detour from the route is minimal — one reason it pairs so naturally with other highland and north-coast sights. From south Bali or Ubud it's roughly two to two and a half hours' drive.

Because it only needs about an hour on the ground, Gitgit slots easily into a fuller North Bali itinerary. A private driver can string it together with Lake Bratan's lakeside temple, the twin lakes of Buyan and Tamblingan, or the Munduk waterfalls, so you see several highlights in one unhurried day.

Best time and conditions

Morning is best — softer light for photos, cooler air for the uphill return, and a head start on the tour coaches that arrive later. The fall is at its most powerful during and just after the wet season, broadly November to March.

Whatever the season, the path can be damp and the steps slippery, so steady footwear helps. The hills here are noticeably cooler and more humid than the southern beaches, so a light layer is worth having.

Etiquette, safety and photography

Keep to the path, take your litter with you, and be patient at the base — the viewing area is compact and fills up when groups arrive. For photos, the classic shot is the full column of water from the pool's edge; a cloth to wipe spray off your lens is handy.

Wading at the shallow edge is fine for most people, but don't get close to the base of the fall or swim after heavy rain, when flow and currents pick up. The stall holders are part of the local economy, so a friendly browse and fair haggling are welcome, never pressured.

Good to know

Gitgit FAQs

Yes — it's one of the most accessible waterfalls in North Bali. From the car park it's roughly a 10–15 minute walk on a paved, stepped path through gardens. There's no river crossing or serious climbing, just an uphill return.

About 45 minutes to an hour is plenty for the walk down, time at the falls and the walk back, plus a browse of the stalls. It's easy to combine with other North Bali or Bedugul-area stops.

There's a plunge pool at the base and people do paddle, but the water is cold, currents near the fall can be strong, and rocks are slippery. Wading at the edge is common; full swimming is at your own discretion and best avoided right after heavy rain.

Make a day of it

Combine these stops in one day

Gitgit pairs naturally with Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih, Handara Gate and Tanah Lot — they're easily combined into a single private-driver day. Tap any stop for its full guide.