Tiu Kelep Waterfall
NORTH LOMBOK · SENARU
A jungle waterfall at the foot of Mount Rinjani, reached by a river crossing trail
through dense rainforest.
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WATERFALLS ON THE TRAIL
2.5 hrs
May – Sep
Senaru
FROM MATARAM
BEST SEASON
GATEWAY VILLAGE
OVERVIEW
Lombok's Jungle Waterfall
Tiu Kelep is one of Lombok's most dramatic waterfalls, tucked into the jungle at the base of Mount Rinjani. The trail there takes you past Sendang Gile first, through river crossings and rainforest, before the falls finally come into view. Most visitors spend half a day here, and some take the natural water slide back down for good measure.
QUICK FACTS
Everything You Need to Know
Location
Senaru Village, North Lombok
Walk time
30–45 minutes one way
Entrance fee
IDR 10,000–20,000
Best for full flow
Wet season, Oct–Apr
Opening hours
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Best for easy trails
Dry season, May–Sep
HOW TO GET THERE
How to Get to Tiu Kelep
From Mataram
~ 2 hrs by car
From Kuta Lombok
2.5~3 hrs by car
From Bangsal Harbour
~1.5 hrs by car
A private driver or rented scooter is the most pratical way to reach Senaru, since public transport is limited and unreliable. Given the distance, many travelers choose to stay one night in Senaru rather than visiting as long day trip, especially if combining the waterfalls with a Mount Rinjani trek.
ON THE WAY
Sendang Gile Waterfall
The trail to Tiu Kelep passes directly by Sendang Gile, a powerful two tiered waterfall reached after about 10 to 15 minutes of walking from the entrance. Most visitors stop here first before continuing roughly another 30 minutes along the river path to reach Tiu Kelep. Both waterfalls are covered by the same entrance ticket, so it is easy to visit them together on one trip.
MORE TO EXPLORE
Every Waterfall in Lombok
Tiu Kelep and Sendang Gile are just two of the island's best. See the full island wide guide for every major waterfall worth the trip.
AFTER THE HIKE
The Longkang Water Slide
On the way back from Tiu Kelep, look for the irrigation channel known locally as the longkang. It carries fast moving mountain water beneath the bridge connecting the two waterfalls, and operators on site will set you up with a rubber tube, life jacket, and helmet for a ride back through it, including a stretch through a dark tunnel. It is optional, costs a small additional fee, and is a fun way to finish the hike if you do not mind getting fully soaked.
GOOD TO KNOW
A Few Practical Tips
Footwear
Wear shoes that can get wet
Monkeys
Common on the trail, keep food out of sight
Guides
Not required, the path is well marked
TRAIL CAUTION
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Posted signs along the trail warn of loose rocks in a few sections. Stick to the marked path, and take extra care on wet rocks near the falls themselves.
KEEP EXPLORING
More Lombok Destinations
Beyond the waterfalls, here is where else to take the journey.