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Head into the lush hills of north Bali for a guided waterfall day built around Aling Aling, where jungle paths open onto cascades you can swim under, slide down, and jump from with a local guide keeping the pace safe for your group.
Morning pick-up takes you toward Sambangan, where you meet your waterfall guide, get a short briefing, and walk into green valley trails. The focus is Aling Aling and neighbouring falls such as Kroya, Kembar, and Pucuk, with time to swim, try the natural rock slides, and attempt cliff jumps at heights your guide suggests for your confidence level.
After the water fun, an Indonesian lunch refuels the group before the drive toward the Handara iconic gate for a classic Bali photo stop on the way back toward your hotel. Expect a full, active day with wet shoes, slippery rocks, and big grins rather than a gentle sightseeing loop.
Aling Aling sits in the Sambangan area of Buleleng regency, north of the island's busy south coast. The trek runs through village paths and forested gullies where multiple waterfalls sit close together, so you cover several pools in one outing instead of driving between distant sites.
Hotel pick-up is included from popular bases such as Ubud and the southern resorts; the road north is part of the experience as rice terraces and highland views roll past the windows before you reach the trailhead office.
You should be comfortable walking on uneven, sometimes muddy paths and happy to get fully wet. Cliff jumps and slides are optional but the main appeal of the day; tell your guide if you prefer to swim and watch rather than leap.
Wear secure water shoes or trainers with grip, bring a change of clothes, and pack a towel in your day bag. Non-swimmers and anyone nervous about heights can still enjoy the pools at easier entries when the guide points out calmer spots.
Local guides know which pools are running well after recent rain and how to sequence the jumps so the group stays together and safe. Entrance fees, village donations, lunch, and transport are bundled into one straightforward day so you can focus on the water.
We run this as a proper adventure tour, not a rushed coach stop: enough time at the falls for photos, slides, and a relaxed lunch before the scenic drive back with the Handara gate visit woven into the return journey.
Your private driver collects you from your hotel around 8:00 a.m., depending on location, for the scenic drive north toward Buleleng and the Sambangan waterfall area.
Have swimwear, water shoes, and a day bag ready because the first stop is the trailhead office, not a casual café break.
Arrive at the Sambangan starting point, meet your local waterfall guide, and hear how the day will run before you step onto the jungle path toward Aling Aling.
The guide outlines which pools are open for slides and jumps based on conditions that morning.
Trek between Aling Aling and neighbouring falls such as Kroya, Kembar, and Pucuk, with time to swim, use the natural rock slides, and try cliff jumps at heights your guide recommends.
Pace stays with the group so everyone can opt in or out of the bigger jumps while still seeing the main cascades.
Sit down to an included Indonesian lunch after the waterfall session, dry off as much as you can, and refuel before the afternoon drive.
Let the team know in advance if you need vegetarian or other simple dietary adjustments.
Continue south with a photo stop at the Handara iconic gate, then transfer back to your hotel, usually arriving mid to late afternoon depending on traffic and your pick-up point.
Keep a dry outfit in the vehicle so you are comfortable for the gate photos and the ride home.
We collect you from your hotel in the morning; exact pick-up time depends on where you are staying in Bali, with south coast and Ubud guests typically leaving around 8:00 a.m. so you reach Sambangan late morning.
Meet your driver in the lobby at the agreed time and keep your phone on for any traffic updates. If you stay outside our usual pick-up zone, we will agree a central meeting point when we confirm your booking.
Your local guide leads you to jump heights that match the conditions on the day and your group's confidence. You can skip any jump and still enjoy swimming and the natural slides at easier pools.
Rock surfaces are slippery, so follow guide instructions on where to stand and enter the water. This day suits guests who are comfortable in deep water and happy to move on uneven jungle paths.
The trek centres on Aling Aling and typically includes nearby falls such as Kroya, Kembar, and Pucuk in the same valley system. The exact order depends on water flow and how long the group spends at each pool.
Your guide paces the walk so you have time to swim, slide, and photograph without rushing between sites.
Pick-up is usually around 8:00 a.m. from south Bali and Ubud areas, with a longer drive if you stay further west or east. You generally return toward your hotel mid to late afternoon after lunch and the Handara gate stop.
We confirm the exact window when your booking is placed so you can plan breakfast and what to wear for a wet start at the falls.
Yes. An Indonesian lunch is included after the waterfall session, before the drive toward the Handara gate photo stop on the way back.
Tell us when you book if you have dietary needs so we can pass them to the team preparing your meal.
The minimum age is 10 years because the day includes swimming, slides, and optional cliff jumps on slippery rock. Younger children are not suited to the jump heights and trail exposure on this route.
Teens and adults should still be confident swimmers and comfortable on muddy paths. Contact us before you book if anyone in your group is unsure about jumps or swimming in deep pools.
You should be comfortable in water above your head and able to move between pools with your guide's help. Life jackets are not always part of this style of local waterfall trek, so weak swimmers may prefer a gentler tour instead.
Many guests mainly swim, slide on the lower chutes, and watch others jump while still enjoying the valley scenery.
Wear swimwear under clothes you do not mind getting wet, plus grippy water shoes or old trainers. Bring a full change of outfit and a towel for the van after the falls.
Leave valuables in your hotel safe when possible, or carry them in a dry bag because everything around the pools gets splashed.
Yes. After lunch the route includes a stop at the Handara iconic gate for photos on the drive back toward your hotel. Timing depends on traffic and how long you spend at the waterfalls in the morning.
Your driver will let you know when to expect the stop so you can have dry clothes ready for pictures.
Light rain often still allows a good waterfall day because the pools are already wet environments. Heavy rain or unsafe water levels can mean your guide adjusts which jumps or pools you use.
Pack a light rain layer for the van ride; the jungle trail can be muddy after overnight showers.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included for stays in the main tourist areas around Ubud and south Bali. Very remote villas may need a meeting point instead, which we explain when we confirm your details.
Send your hotel name and a reachable phone number so the driver can find you in the morning.
About the centre
Buleleng
Operated by PT Como Bali Tour, a partner of adventuro.
East Bali (Agung & Amed Coast), Indonesia
From $62.67