Two waterfalls close to each other, a footpath through rice fields and an old cave are defining features of Giri Campuhan in Tembuku village. One of the falls is about 25 meters high; the other is a stepped waterfall. Along with the landscapes at Tukad Cepung and Yangapi, they offer different highlights: a cave interior, sunlight filtering through and canyon views. When planning, consider which of these experiences interest you most and what access conditions to expect on site.

Giri Campuhan: Waterfalls and a Cave Trail

Giri Campuhan is in Desa Tembuku. The two waterfalls are close to each other but differ in form: one is approximately 25 meters high, while the other cascades down several steps. A description dated September 15, 2015, also mentions a structure from the Dutch colonial period. The character of the place therefore includes historical associations as well as its waterfall scenery.

The 2015 directions start at Pura Masceti and follow a footpath through rice fields. To reach the waterfall, the trail passes through an old cave about 50 meters long, which tradition says dates from the Dutch colonial period. The walk is estimated to take around 20 minutes, and the trail is described as not particularly difficult. This description of the time and trail conditions dates from 2015. Check current access and trail conditions before setting out.

Tukad Cepung: Rocky Cave and Sunlight

Tukad Cepung Waterfall is in Kecamatan Tembuku, Kabupaten Bangli, behind a rocky cave. Sunlight filtering through crevices in the rock is described as a particular feature between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. local time. This stated time window can help you plan your visit. The area is managed with the involvement of local stakeholders.

Yangapi Waterfall offers a different kind of landscape. The described route to the waterfall follows a footpath and steps; from there, you can take in a panorama of a green canyon. Unlike the cave interior and sunlight at Tukad Cepung, the focus here is on views of the green gorge. This makes it easy to distinguish the two landscape experiences without combining them into a single route.

A Cultural Connection in Yangapi

In Dusun Yangapi, the sacred dance Tari Sanghyang Janger Maborbor is performed when the village is affected by an epidemic. This connection places the dance within a particular circumstance of village life and adds a cultural dimension to the waterfall and landscape experiences.

Visitor Information

A 2025 post by the local administration describes access to Tukad Cepung through an area of a Desa Adat temple. It states that sacred areas or temples should not be entered without traditional Balinese clothing. Before your visit, check which local rules are currently in force. The same post mentions railings along the stairs, first-aid supplies and visitor insurance. It also describes several supervisors who remind visitors to refrain from risky activities. Check in advance whether the mentioned facilities and measures are currently available.

When looking for a hotel in Tembuku, your excursion interests can help guide your choice: waterfalls and a cave trail with historical associations at Giri Campuhan, sunlight filtering into the rocky cave at Tukad Cepung, or canyon views at Yangapi. Match your accommodation’s location and your daily plans to current access conditions rather than treating an older set of directions as a fixed plan.

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