Kanto Lampo is definitely one of the most beautiful and impressive waterfalls that Bali has to offer, but that beauty definitely comes at a price. It’s also one of the busiest and most crowded waterfalls (along with Tukad Cepung), with hordes of tourists wanting to get their Instagram moment with the falls. Despite this drawback, we still think it’s worth visiting if you adjust your expectations since it’s very close geographically to several other waterfalls, and it’s only about a 30-minute drive from Ubud, and, as we said, it is quite beautiful and surrounded by lush jungle foliage all around. To help you plan your visit and get the most out of your time in the area we put together this visiting guide for Bali’s Kanto Lampo Waterfall (also known as Air Terjun Kanto Lampo). Like many waterfalls in the area, it can be reached by following a short downhill path through the jungle towards the base of the falls. However, unlike many of the other nearby waterfalls, it is not a great spot for swimming.
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Kanto Lampo Waterfall Location & Map
Kanto Lampo is located in Bali’s Gianyar regency (southeastern region of central Bali), relatively close to Ubud (link to Google Maps).
How to get to Kanto Lampo Waterfall
The Kanto Lampo Waterfall car park is located here (Link to Google Maps), a short walk from the waterfalls.
Distance from Ubud: 12 km // Average Drive Time: 30 – 40 minutes
Distance from Kuta: 40 km // Average Drive Time: 1h15 – 1h30
Distance from Canggu: 45 km // Average Drive Time: 1h15 – 1h30
Distance from Sanur: 25 km // Average Drive Time: 1h – 1h15
In our opinion, the three best transport options to reach the Kanto Lampo Waterfall are: renting a scooter (moped), joining a group tour that hits several nearby attractions within a day or a half-day, or hiring a car and driver (which really isn’t as expensive as it sounds).
You can also use Bali ride-hailing apps such as Gojek or Grab, and make use of local taxis, but these options will typically cost more, especially if you plan on visiting several sites and attractions on the same day. Also, Gojek or Grab are not authorized to pick up people in certain locations where local taxi unions limit their services, including Canggu, Sanur, and Ubud. For more information on getting around the island and the different available options, check out our How to Best Get Around Bali guide.
Regardless of your chosen transportation method, you are likely to enjoy the ride there. The road leading to the waterfall is a very scenic one. You will pass small villages and beautiful rice fields. Just before the waterfall parking lot, you will drive through a beautiful narrow road surrounded by palm trees on both sides.
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Getting to Kanto Lampo Waterfall by Scooter: Once you get to Bali, you’ll quickly realize that scooter rental operators are everywhere. Although most street-side vendors will regularly be the cheapest option, they come short in several other aspects compared with more reliable and established vendors. For instance, most won’t offer roadside assistance or insurance that covers theft, nor do they regularly sanitize the helmets or have their scooters undergo regular maintenance. For this reason, we highly recommend using Bikago for your scooter rentals. Renting from them might be slightly more expensive (but still can be rented for as low as 12-15 US$/€ per day) but you get great peace of mind as among many other perks, all scooters undergo extensive quality checks.
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-Helmets
-Full tank of petrol and unlimited mileage
-Free Delivery and Collection at your Hotel
-24/7 Roadside Assistance and First Aid Medical Kit
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By Car and Driver hire: Hiring a car and driver to explore Bali can be a practical and cost-efficient way to experience a full day of sightseeing. Although this option is more expensive than renting a scooter (typically 40-60 US$/€ per day), you don’t have to worry about navigating the Bali roads and traffic, Also, most cars are modern and air-conditioned, which is welcome in Bali’s humid heat, and the local drivers always know the best routes to take and can optimize your ideal itinerary. Here are some of the best options to choose from:
By Group Tour: Group tours can be a great option to lower costs and reduce the hassle of having to plan an efficient itinerary. Their main downside is they might not exactly be tailored to your specific interests and preferences. But if you are mostly interested in hitting the main sights and attractions, there is this great tour option departing from nearby Ubud that visits Kanto Lampo waterfall:
Kanto Lampo Waterfall – Ticket Price and Operating Hours
Waterfall Entrance Fee
The entrance fee for Kanto Lampo Waterfall is 25,000 IDR per person (2025), which roughly amounts to 1.50 US$/€.
There is also a parking fee of 10,000 IDR for cars and 5,000 IDR for scooters.
Having the exact change or small bills to pay for all costs is preferable as the majority of waterfall sites don’t accept credit cards and they may not have enough change for large bills. To our knowledge, there are no nearby ATMs.
Waterfall Opening Hours
The Kanto Lampo Waterfall is typically open daily from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm – though it may close for the day during important Hindu holidays, such as Nyepi, the “Day of Silence”.
Waterfall Facilities
Near the base of the waterfalls, you’ll find toilets, showers and changing rooms. There are also storage lockers available for rent (5,000 IDR).
Given the waterfall’s popularity, there is a lot of built-up infrastructure near the falls, including a small temple and a few snack bars. Between the changing rooms and the river, there’s also a small manmade pool to relax in (like the river below the falls, the water is too shallow for a proper swim).
The Trail to Kanto Lampo Waterfall
From the car park, it’s less than a 5-minute walk to reach the base of the falls. The downhill path follows a concrete trail with several staircases, first passing many vending stalls and then eventually going through lush sections of jungle as you near the base of the falls. Note that after rain, the path surface and particularly the stairs might be slippery, so proper footwear is recommended.
The View – Bali’s Stunning Kanto Lampo Waterfall
Just as you near the end of the trail, you’ll get your first glimpse of not only the stunning Kanto Lampo waterfall but also, if you didn’t arrive early in the morning, of the crowds and photography lineups. We only arrived mid-morning because we opted to visit other waterfalls first, such as Tibumana, Suwat and Taman Sari, in part because we didn’t desperately want that Instagram shot in the cascades of Kanto Lampo.
If you really want your Instagram shot below the falls, you can expect to wait upwards of 30 minutes for your turn if don’t arrive early in the morning. Regardless of whether you want to climb rocks to get that shot or if you just want to wander around in the river, we highly recommend getting your hands on a pair of water shoes to protect your feet and avoid slipping on slick rocks. Trust us, your feet will thank you, and the shoes will probably come in handy at several other waterfalls in Bali (such as Tukad Cepung and Yeh Bulan).
Arriving to see that there are so many people here can be a turn-off, but we think if you manage your expectations you can still enjoy your visit.
There are multiple vantage points from which you can enjoy the falls and the river, which are surrounded by beautiful lush jungle vegetation all around. Though not one of Bali’s tallest waterfalls (it has a height of above 15 meters), the Kanto Lampo is unique in its width and the number of streams that cascade down the large natural rock formation. Exploring the canyon away from the falls can be a lot of fun too.
There’s also a small cave (Tan Hana Cave) to explore on the side of the river opposite the falls. To get there you’ll have to climb a short staircase and walk for a minute or two. The cave itself isn’t so impressive, but the path to it also leads to one of the best vantage points of the falls (from above and across the river).
How Long Do You Need at Kampo Lampo?
If you just want to enjoy the view and take a few pictures, you probably won’t need more than 30 minutes to visit the Kanto Lampo waterfall (about a 5-minute walk each way + 20 minutes at the falls), but expect to stay longer if you want that shot beneath the cascading falls.
Can You Swim at Kanto Lampo?
As you can probably tell from the pictures above, the short answer is no. Unlike other nearby waterfalls like Taman Sari where swimming is possible by the waterfalls, the water levels in the river below Kanto Lampo Falls are far too shallow to spend some time swimming here (they are rarely above ankle depth and there are large rocks to navigate).
Best Time to Visit Kanto Lampo Waterfall
Best Time of the Year
Although we visited during the dry season, there’s no bad time of year the visit the falls. There’s a higher risk of rain during the wet season (November-April), but that shouldn’t discourage you as the falls might be even more powerful and striking. However, the water level may be higher and the current stronger, so it might not be possible to get right up to the falls and climb on the rocks.
Best Time of Day
Although this is true of all falls – the earlier the better is particularly true about Kanto Lampo. Crowds will quickly start to form after 8 am. If you can’t make it early in the day, the best time is towards the late afternoon when the number of people visiting will start to diminish.
Other Nearby Waterfalls
Although there are many nearby waterfalls (Bali is full of them!), there are three in particular that we consider worthy of a visit, all of which are at most 20 minutes from Kanto Lampo.
Tibumana waterfall
(coming soon)
Taman Sari waterfall
(coming soon)
Suwat waterfall
(coming soon)
Where to Stay Near Kanto Lampo Waterfall
In our opinion, the best place to stay in the area is in Ubud, whose location makes it a great base from which to explore several nearby waterfalls and temples. All of the following are some of the best mid-range hotel accommodations located within walking distance from the city center:
Komaneka at Rasa Sayang Ubud Hotel
Other Sights and Attractions near Kanto Lampo Waterfall
Kanto Lampo and the other waterfalls are located in a small area of Bali with few major attractions in their immediate vicinity. But if you don’t mind driving just over 30 minutes north, you’ll reach an area that is home to not just one but rather 4 fantastic temples: Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu, Pura Tirta Empul, Pura Mengening, and Gunung Kawi Tampaksiring
Another 15 minutes west of the temples is where you’ll find the stunning Tagallalang Rice Terraces. For a more complete list of attractions that you can visit from Ubud, check out our guide on the Best Day Trips from Ubud.
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