If you want to explore a little piece of paradise when you’re on the island, you might want to visit one of the most interesting waterfalls in Bali – Goa Rang Reng Waterfall.
It’s located in the jungle and offers serenity and a place to relax, as well as shallow pools for a bit of swimming. Here’s everything you need to know about this beautiful place.
Where Is Goa Rang Reng Waterfall?
This waterfall is in the Gianyar Regency and it’s not far from the towns of Ubud and Sukawati.
Where Is It? Jl. Goa Jl. Rang Reng, Bakbakan, Gianyar, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80515
How To Get To Goa Rang Reng Waterfall?
You will need a motorbike to get down the path to Goa Rangreng Waterfall. If you take a look on Google Maps, you will see it’s quite a long walk from the road to the waterfall without transport.
If you don’t have a bike, you can always rent one or get a motorbike driver to take you there (and bring you back again) for a fixed fee.
The waterfall is in between the local villages of Gianyar province, not far from Sukawati and Ubud and it shouldn’t take too long to get there from these towns.
If you’re coming from further afield, you might want to make a day (or two) of this area and stay locally to enjoy all that this place of outstanding natural beauty has to offer.
The Trail To Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
This isn’t the hardest waterfall to get to, the pathway leading to the waterfall splits into two (one takes you to the nearby caves and the other to the waterfalls), but if you have local guides with you, you will go in the right direction.
The gentle angle of the pathway also ensures that it’s relatively safe to get down (though it can be slippery if it’s rained) but we’d still recommend you have travel insurance before you visit any site out in nature here in Bali, just in case.
When Is The Best Time To Visit Goa Rang Reng Waterfall?
If you want to avoid crowds, you will want to get to this place early in the morning before the crowds arrive. This is a popular and enchanting spot and it sees quite a lot of tourists despite the little pathway that requires a motorbike trip to reach the river.
We’d also recommend that you time your visit for the end of the rainy season. This allows for much better waterflow than you will see in the dry season.
Is There An Entrance Fee For Goa Rang Reng Waterfall?
Yes, the ticket price to enter this place (for both locals and foreigners) is just 20,000 IDR (about $1.25 USD or $2 AUD).
However, we’d recommend that you stretch to the use of a local Balinese guide. This will only cost you 100,000 IDR if you haggle (it’s a good chance to test your Balinese negotiation skills) or 200,000 IDR if you don’t – including entry.
This doesn’t just include the guide and the entrance fee, however, it also includes walking sticks, shoes for climbing and the use of a waterproof bag that the guide will carry all your non-waterproof stuff in for you.
The guides also know how to get the best photos of you and the Goa Rang Reng Waterfall. Goa Rang Reng Waterfall is very photogenic with plenty of natural beauty to enjoy and it looks awesome in Instagram shots.
We honestly feel that this is one of the best deals in Bali and the guides are among the nicest people that we’ve ever encountered too.
There are also some minor parking fees (2,000 IDR per vehicle). It’s important to bring cash as none of these fees can be paid with a card.
Goa Rang Reng Waterfall Opening Hours
Officially, this waterfall is open 24 hours a day but realistically, you will want to manage your visit within daylight hours.
We recommend going before it gets really sunny and enjoying some peace and quiet here as well as getting the benefit of the Golden Hour light at sunrise.
What To Expect At Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
Goa Rang Reng Waterfall is not far from the sacred cave complex with a similar name but the entrance fee only gives you access to the three waterfalls, a cliff jumping spot (note: we don’t recommend cliff jumping – it’s a dangerous hobby and while most jumps go without a hitch, some end in tragedy), and a “Bali swing” which gives you a great view over the rest of the area plus a chance to get some amazing shots for your Instagram feed.
The main waterfall, Goa Rang Reng flows rather gently down the cliffside and if you want to swim in a waterfall’s pool, but have always been scared of the force of the water – this is a great place to do it as the water has almost no impact at all on people beneath the fall.
It’s worth noting that you cannot go cliff jumping without a local guide, landing in the natural pool below the gently cascading waterfall safely is hard work and the guide will ensure that you leave Goa Rangreng Waterfall in one piece, rather than in pieces.
This is one of the more famous waterfalls in Bali and because it’s so near the rice terraces of Ubud and Sukawati, it can get much busier than some of the other waterfalls. So, if you visit Bali to see beautiful waterfalls always remember to get there early in the day before the masses descend on this place.
Where To Stay Near Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
There are plenty of places to stay in this province and some places that are quite near this waterfall include:
Villa Bukit Naga – a very pleasant four-star hotel, but please note – it’s not at all accessible for people with mobility issues.
Umah Indi Bali Homestay – a lovely local homestay with a nice Balinese family and incredible views of the countryside.
Umah Arya – a family compound with local hosts, this is a lovely place and if you’re lucky, they will make lunch for you too.
DD Bamboo Lodge – lovely bamboo bungalows in the rice fields, and super cheap too for such unique accommodations.
Hotel Gianyar – a very basic hotel for a very cheap price. It’s got hot water and clean rooms and that’s about it.
Where To Eat Near Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
There aren’t that many restaurants directly in the vicinity of the waterfall but all of these places are within a short drive:
Warung Ferdina – this is a local snack bar similar to a sari-sari store in the Philippines. Everything comes in a packet.
Mango Lango Lake – an excellent Asian restaurant with a lovely gazebo on the pond for a dining room.
Bubur Bali – an amazing Balinese place with wonderful home-cooked food and some of the best fruit on the island.
Warung Uma Pacung – you come for the views and end up staying for the fresh, honest local cuisine.
Lawar Sukawati – tasty, clean and very basic, but super cheap.
Things To Do Near Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
This waterfall is surrounded by other waterfalls and you can enjoy plenty of beauty in the Balinese countryside at these places after your visit to Goa Rang Reng Waterfall:
Bangkiang Jarang Waterfall – a very small waterfall with a very well-built path to get there. One of the most accessible falls in Bali.
Titi Waterfall – this is right next to the Ulu Cangkir Waterfall but you have to access it from a different entry point. The natural pool is amazing for swimming.
Ulu Cangkir Waterfall – there are lots of amenities at this very pretty waterfall and sadly, very few visitors to show for it.
Taman Sari Waterfall & Natural Pool – an absolutely gorgeous waterfall with cold clean water and it’s wonderful for swimmers.
Tibumana Waterfall – one of the most popular falls in Bali and there are some wonderful rock carvings here.
FAQs
What Is The Biggest Waterfall In Bali?
Sekumpul Waterfall in North Bali has an 80-meter fall and it’s the largest in Bali.
How To Book A Bali Holiday To See Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
We always recommend that you book your holidays in Bali with the Bali Res Centre, a local travel agency service that can ensure you get exactly what you want out of your trip.
Final Thoughts On Visiting Goa Rang Reng Waterfall
Goa Rang Reng Waterfall is in an area of outstanding beauty and you will find that the whole of this part of Bali is worth exploring.
Visitors to this waterfall can swim in the pool and enjoy one of the most striking attractions and if you get there early in the morning, you can have it to yourself before the rest of the world wakes up and it fills up with tour parties.
