Is Sekumpul Waterfall worth a day trip from Ubud, and what else can you combine with it on the same route?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 10 days ago
TL;DR
Yes — travelers often rate Sekumpul as one of Bali’s must-see waterfalls, and many combine it with rice terraces and other northern stops on a full-day trip from Ubud with a private driver. The trip is long, though, so it can eat into your time for exploring Ubud itself.
What the community said
If you’re choosing just one waterfall from Ubud, Sekumpul is the one most often described as the standout. Travelers say it’s worth heading up to North Bali for, even if it means a full-day taxi or private-driver trip.
10 days ago Sekumpul Waterfall
A practical way to do it is to hire a private driver for the day and combine Sekumpul with rice terraces and a famous giant old tree. That way, the long drive from Ubud feels more worthwhile than visiting just one stop.
10 days ago Sekumpul Waterfall, rice terraces
If you want a quieter waterfall closer to Ubud, Petanu in the Sebatu area is mentioned as a good alternative. It’s smaller than Sekumpul, but you can stand under the water and swim there, which makes it appealing if you don’t want such a long trip.
10 days ago Petanu, Sebatu
Gitgit is generally seen as a more standard waterfall and not as memorable as Sekumpul. If you only have a few days in Bali, travelers tend to suggest prioritizing Sekumpul instead.
10 days ago Gitgit Waterfall
A Sekumpul trip works best if you’re willing to dedicate most of a day to North Bali. On a short 3–4 night stay in Ubud, it can take up so much time that you’ll have very little left for Ubud itself, spas, or slower sightseeing.
10 days ago Ubud, North Bali