Ubud Hidden Waterfalls Private Day Trip: Tibumana, Kanto Lampo & Ulu Petanu
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to walk on uneven, sometimes steep trails and climb short stair sections.
Overview
Skip the bus tour and let a private driver take you beyond the crowds to three distinct waterfalls around Ubud—Tibumana, Kanto Lampo and Ulu Petanu. Expect forested trails, plunge pools for swimming, and sweeping rice-terrace views framed by volcanic rock.
Ubud Hidden Waterfalls Private Day Trip: Tibumana, Kanto Lampo & Ulu Petanu
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You start before the road noise builds, in the sudden blue of early Bali light. A private driver slips out of Ubud and the rice terraces unfold like stepped green roofs. The first climb down is to a high-level overlook where the river threads through terraced hills — a vantage that reads like a map of how water carves this island. By mid-morning the trail narrows; roots and stone ask for attention and the air cools where waterfalls have trimmed the humidity into mist.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Start at first light
Arrive early to avoid crowds and catch soft morning light for photos; many falls are busiest between 10:00–15:00.
Wear grippy footwear
Stairs and river rocks are often slick—water shoes or boots with good tread make moves safer and more comfortable.
Bring cash for entry
Small entrance fees and local parking are usually cash-only; carry small denominations of Indonesian rupiah.
Swim with caution
After heavy rain currents strengthen and pools can hide rocks—test depth slowly and avoid jumping off ledges.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Long-tailed macaque (in peripheral forested areas)
- Kingfishers and small river birds around the pools
History
These waterfalls and the terraced fields around them are shaped by Bali’s age-old subak irrigation system and local temple rites tied to water management.
Conservation
Respect posted signs and avoid using non-biodegradable sunscreens; local communities depend on clean streams for irrigation and worship, so minimize your footprint.
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Recommended Gear
Water shoes
Provide traction on slippery rocks and let you wade confidently into plunge pools.
Dry bag (small)
Protects camera, phone and wallet from splashes during waterfall stops.
Quick-dry towel and swimsuit
Fast-drying fabric makes swimming stops comfortable and practical between sites.
Reef-safe sunscreen and insect repellent
Protects from sun exposure on open viewpoints and from jungle insects near the falls.