Jembong Waterfall sits in the countryside of North Bali and despite being one of the most attractive falls on the island, it doesn’t see that many visitors.
If you want to enjoy some fresh water and explore the jungles of Bali, you might fancy a trip to Jembong Waterfall.
Our complete guide will introduce you to the area and what you can expect when you visit Jembong Waterfall.
Where Is Jembong Waterfall?
Jembong Waterfall is in Ambengan Village in North Bali. It’s about a 30-minute drive from Lovina where many people go to do some dolphin watching.
It’s not the sort of place you do a day trip from the main beach towns, however, as it’s a long drive away.
We’d recommend staying in Lovina for a few days if you want to enjoy Jembong Waterfall. There are plenty of other attractions in North Bali to make it worth your while.
Where Is It? Ambengan, Sukasada, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81161
Online: Jembong Waterfall
How To Get To Jembong Waterfall?
There’s a smooth path to Jembong Waterfall and the road is in very good condition. You can park at the car park and then easily walk the rest of the way.
The Trail To Jembong Waterfall
This may be the most accessible waterfall in Bali and while there’s still some stair climbing involved, it’s accessible to nearly everyone.
It’s a very short walk from the car park to being at Jembong Waterfall.
When Is The Best Time To Visit Jembong Waterfall?
We always recommend that you visit this waterfall or any other waterfalls for that matter as early in the day as possible as this reduces the chance of running into crowds.
It’s also a good idea to go at the end of the rainy season when the water flow is at its strongest for the most impressive view.
Is There An Entrance Fee For Jembong Waterfall?
Yes, the entrance fee for Jembong Waterfall is 50,000 IDR as we go to press (that’s about $3 USD or $5 AUD).
This is more expensive than most waterfalls but it also includes access to the fresh water swimming pools here which are quite amazing.
Jembong Waterfall Opening Hours
The official opening hours at this waterfall are from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. but you will probably be fine during all the daylight hours.
You don’t want to be at any waterfall in Bali once the sun goes down as the paths are slippery and treacherous and it’s best to avoid accidents.
What To Expect At Jembong Waterfall
It’s easy to walk down to Jembong Waterfall and there’s been a nice bridge directly in front of the falls where you can take some great shots for your Instagram.
It’s a short walk, so don’t expect to see too much on the way down.
Your entry fee also gets you access to the Jembong Waterfall swimming pools and there are three pools for use.
They all have fresh spring water as their source and use no chemicals of any kind to stay clean.
The pools are located just off the steps leading away from the waterfall and you won’t miss them.
Where To Stay Near Jembong Waterfall
If you visit Jembong Waterfall, you may well want to stay in the nearby area of Ambengan Village, Buleleng Bali and there are a few options hereabouts including:
Jembong Homestay – a very simple local homestay right next to the waterfall site and an excellent place to begin your exploration of the Jembong Waterfall and the local area.
Pondok Apsari – this is a great three-star hotel though a little pricey for the area, it has some excellent views of the local area and the breakfast is amazing.
Yin Yang Hill Resort – this is a very beautiful resort with a wonderful vantage point over the local countryside.
Wavi Eco Tree House – this is a gorgeous tree house with a position over the local river. It’s a place for cool air and clean living.
Damuh Pertivi – a very cost-effective stay near the river and with a super view of the rice terraces. They provide waterfall trekking and cliff-jumping guides too.
Where To Eat Near Jembong Waterfall
Jembong Waterfall offers many things but sadly, there’s no restaurant and many of the restaurants nearby are quite a journey away, so take snacks. Some places within a relatively short drive include:
Monks Kitchen Bali – this spot in the rice fields has some of the best pan-Asian cuisine that we’ve ever encountered and it’s not expensive.
Arya Tegeh Kori – this is a very basic Balinese restaurant on the edge of a car park. It’s not pretty but the food is excellent as is the coffee and it’s all very cheap.
Warung Cinta – another basic Balinese place with an amazing recipe for sambal. Be prepared for ribs with a side order of fire!
Sangket Kubu – a very nice restaurant with a pool for swimming in before or after lunch. The view is excellent and it can get surprisingly busy at peak times of day.
Warung Titiran – if you like seafood, this warung is fabulous and they also make their own herbal drinks using local herbs that is absolutely delicious.
Things To Do Near Jembong Waterfall
This area is surrounded by things to do and tourists will probably enjoy these places located nearby too:
Gatep Lawas Ambengan – this is a cute place where locals gather to eat noodles and then there’s a nice water slide that you can use to your heart’s content.
Aling-Aling Waterfall – one of the big-name waterfalls in North Bali, this place is very accessible and stunning to look at.
Kroya Waterfall – this is an attractive but small waterfall but be warned you have to pay an additional fee if you want to use the cliff jumping locations or swim in the pools here.
Waterfall Ambengan Gunung Sari – it’s a real hike out to this beautiful waterfall but it’s worth the effort to get there. There are also some nice restaurants in the area.
Kayoan Dedari – this is a small man-made waterfall with an epic view of the mountains and rice fields. It gets almost no visitors, so you can have this place to yourself.
FAQs
What Is The Largest Waterfall In Bali?
The largest waterfall in Bali is Sekumpul Waterfall in North Bali. This waterfall sits on an impressive cliff face that sees the water cascade down the rocks to a pool 80 meters below.
It’s quite a spectacle and along with Gitgit Waterfall, it’s one of the most popular waterfalls on the island. We strongly recommend getting off the beaten path to visit some of the many other waterfalls on the island too, these see far fewer visitors and are often dramatic and lovely too.
What’s The Most Stunning Waterfall In Bali?
It’s hard to decide which waterfall is the most stunning, given that beauty is very much a subjective thing.
Many people would argue that it’s Gitgit Waterfall which sees the water follow a smooth path off the cliff face into the pool below.
We’re quite partial to the Munduk Waterfall Trail which has several waterfalls to enjoy and which doesn’t see the kind of visitor volumes of Gitgit Waterfall or Sekumpul Waterfall.
Where Is Jermuk Waterfall?
Jermuk Waterfall is not in Bali, it’s in Armenia. We’re told it’s quite a big waterfall compared to many other waterfalls and it’s supposed to be very attractive, but we’ve not been.
If you’re looking for waterfalls in Bali, then Jembong Waterfall sounds a little like Jermuk Waterfall and it’s going to be a much shorter journey to get to it.
How To Book A Bali Holiday To See Jembong Waterfall
We recommend that you book any holiday in Bali through the lovely people at the Bali Res Centre.
That is a locally owned and operated travel service that can ensure you get everything you need from a private car to take you to North Bali from the airport to amazing deals on hotels, flights, etc.
Final Thoughts On Visiting Bali Jembong Waterfall
Jembong Waterfall probably isn’t worth the trip to Northern Bali in its own right, however, assuming you’ve already planned for your main location to be in Lovina, it’s not far away and definitely worth visiting.
Don’t forget to sign the visitor’s book at Jembong Waterfall as it will leave a permanent record of your day trip to one of Bali’s less visited waterfalls.
