Last Updated on December 11, 2025 by Sam
The Munduk Waterfall Trek showcases some of Bali’s most breathtaking scenery on a surprisingly easy hiking route. This adventurous trail through the North Balinese jungle is one of the best things to do in Munduk and encompasses three beautiful waterfalls: Melanting Waterfall, Red Coral Waterfall, and Golden Valley Waterfall. Although popular falls like Sekumpul and Banyumala are arguably more impressive, the waterfalls here feel more wild and unspoiled by mass tourism. Find out exactly how to do this hike with this guide to the Munduk Waterfall Trek.
How To Do the Munduk Waterfall Trek
Waterfall 1: Melanting Waterfall
The Munduk Waterfall Trek starts in the village of Munduk. Guesthouses in the area may offer a map for hiking to the Munduk waterfalls, but we recommend downloading the AllTrails app or maps.me, as it’s easier to follow the exact route on your phone.
First, set your destination to Melanting Waterfall and follow the suggested route. Just before the hill, take a steep path to your left and follow along until the end of the trail.
For about 10 minutes, the paved path disappears. Instead, it becomes a rocky track, but keep following the route. We thought we were going the wrong way at this point, but don’t let it fool you.
After following the track, you’ll arrive at a shop where you’ll have to pay an entrance fee of 20,000 Rupiah per person.
Once you’ve paid, there are a number of steep stairs to climb down. After about 10 minutes, you’ll arrive at the beautiful Melanting Waterfall. Make your way across the bamboo bridge to enjoy the falls from a great viewpoint.
Waterfall 2: Red Coral Waterfall
After descending so many steep steps, the last thing you want to do is climb back up them, but unfortunately, the only way to reach the Red Coral Waterfall is to go back the way you came. Once you pass the booth where you paid, turn left.
Continue on this path uphill until you see a warung on your right-hand side. At this point, make a sharp right turn and continue on the path.
From there, the path is relatively straightforward until you reach the waterfall, but continue to follow along on maps.me or AllTrails if you want to make sure you’re going the right way.
The Red Coral Waterfall is another wonderful work of nature, and in our experience, was the busiest of Munduk’s waterfalls. Prepare to get wet, as the spray from the falls is quite powerful, which can make it difficult to take a photo without getting water on your lens. There’s also a lot of sun glare around midday, which makes getting a good photo even more of a challenge.
Entry to Red Coral Waterfall costs 45,000 IDR per person, making it the most expensive waterfall to visit on the Munduk Waterfall Trek.
Take your time to enjoy this lovely spot, and make sure to give yourself a rest from all the walking you’ve done so far. When you’re ready, set off towards the final waterfall.
Waterfall 3: Golden Valley Waterfall
There are two ways to reach Golden Valley Waterfall from Red Coral. If you follow maps.me, it will lead you along the main road for most of the way before taking a turning down to the waterfall. Fortunately, there’s a more scenic route!
Set your destination on maps.me to Golden Valley Eco Cafe and begin to follow the route it suggests. As you’re following the steep path up, you’ll reach a warung. There’s a sign nearby for the Golden Valley Waterfall and Eco Café. Follow this sign to stay on the right route, and as a bonus you’ll also get a glorious view of Bali’s countryside.
Approximately 15 minutes after you start the path, you’ll reach the Golden Valley Eco Cafe, which is in a brilliant location overlooking the Golden Valley Waterfall. It’s the perfect place to stop for lunch, so we recommend ordering some food and then heading down for a closer look at the waterfall while you wait. As of 2025, Golden Valley Waterfall is the only free-to-visit waterfall on this hiking route.
Once it’s ready, enjoy your meal in this beautiful spot overlooking the waterfall. It’s hard to find a café or restaurant in Munduk with a better view than this. Finish your food and enjoy the area’s lovely scenery before you head back to the village.
From Golden Valley Waterfall, make your way back up to the main road. Take the stairs up beside the café, which will lead you over a bridge at the top of the waterfall. Continue on this path, and after about 5 minutes, you’ll reach the main road.
The best way to get back to Munduk village from here is to ask a passing driver to give you a lift. As you aren’t too far away this should cost no more than 20,000 Rupiah per person. If you’d rather save cash or aren’t tired out from hiking the Munduk Waterfall Trek, you can also follow the road back towards the village on foot.
Munduk Waterfall and Trekking Tours
Although it’s possible to do the Munduk Waterfall Trek without a guide, there are also some great guided trekking tours if you’d prefer. Most hotels and guesthouses in Munduk can help you arrange a guide, or you can book in advance online via Get Your Guide.
Tips for the Munduk Waterfall Trek
Shoes: Comfortable shoes with good grip are essential for hiking the Munduk Waterfall Trek. The path is often uneven and uphill, so make sure to add sturdy shoes to your packing list for Bali.
Trek in reverse: Depending on where you’re staying, it can make sense to follow the Munduk Waterfall Trek in reverse. The easiest way to do this is to pay a driver to drop you off at the end of the trail, but you can also walk along the main road to access the route from there. An advantage of following the trail in reverse is that you end up back in the village once you’re done.
Bring water and snacks: Bring a good amount of water with you when trekking to the Munduk waterfalls. It gets very hot and it’s important to stay hydrated when doing exercise in this kind of heat. There are a few warungs on the route, so you will be able to get some food and drink, but it’s best to have some with you just in case.
Start early: It’s a great idea to start your adventure early to avoid the midday heat, which is a general tip for your travels in Bali. Although the walk isn’t too challenging, setting off during the hotter part of the day will only make it harder for you!
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