Summary
GitGit Waterfall (also known as ‘Git Git’) is one of the biggest waterfalls in Bali, making it a must-visit attraction.
It’s hard to fully grasp the grandeur of this waterfall until you are up close, feeling the invigorating mist created by the rushing water. It truly is a massive waterfall.
This travel guide will detail how to get there and provide essential information you need before your visit!
Where To Stay
GitGit Waterfall Hike
This is a brief, easy hike along a river in the lush jungle.
The trail is dotted with small shops selling handmade souvenirs. While many items, such as paintings, are of good quality, some vendors can be overly aggressive.
At the end of the hike, you are rewarded with a twin waterfall that cascades down in two tiers onto the rocks below.
There’s a small pagoda where you can seek shelter in case of rain, which fortunately happened while we were visiting.
Once the rain subsided, I was able to capture aerial shots of the falls with a drone. During our two-hour visit, we encountered only 5-10 other people at the waterfall, highlighting its status as an underrated gem!
If you wish to explore another waterfall nearby, consider visiting Colek Pamor Waterfall, which is fed by the same stream. There’s a trail from GitGit that leads straight to Colek Pamor.
The Guide Scam
Hiring a local guide for this waterfall is unnecessary.
Many individuals in the parking lot may attempt to convince you that you need to hire a guide at 125k IDR ($9 USD) per person to support the local community. It’s best to politely decline and continue on your way.
The waterfall is easily accessible along a paved trail that takes 10 minutes or less to traverse. There is no advantage to hiring a guide unless you enjoy feeling followed.
The only other reasonable justification for hiring a guide would be for charitable contributions to the locals. The area is quite impoverished, which explains the guide scam, similar to those seen at Sekumpul Waterfall and Mount Batur.
While charity is admirable, I prefer to contribute to honest individuals rather than those who deceive unsuspecting travelers.
When we were departing, one of my friends informed some tourists that a guide was unnecessary. This incited anger from the scammers, and they began to issue threats.
Do not give these individuals any money! While they may be in need, they should earn a living through honest means rather than exploiting tourists.
As you continue down the path, you will find the actual entrance fee of 20k IDR (~$1.50). Upon paying this, you can enjoy the waterfall without further complications.
How To Get To GitGit Waterfall
The GitGit twin waterfall is situated in northern Bali, near the Singaraja area. It is approximately a 30-minute drive from Singaraja or two hours from Ubud.
The most convenient way to get there is to rent a scooter or hire a private car with a driver, both of which can be arranged online.
Be aware that there are numerous incorrect pins for this waterfall on Google Maps, but the pin shown below accurately marks the parking area.
Upon arrival at the parking area, cross the street and walk uphill on the sidewalk for around 50 meters. You will see a sign directing you to GitGit waterfall.
The footpath to the waterfall is paved, downhill, and takes only about 10 minutes to complete.
More GitGit Waterfalls
The area surrounding GitGit boasts numerous other waterfalls, allowing you to visit several in a single day.
For a comprehensive list of the best waterfalls in north Bali, refer to the Bali waterfalls guide.
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