Before You Visit Tinggarsari Waterfall in Busungbiu, Read This

Tinggarsari Waterfall, about 20 metres high, sits in Tinggarsari village, Busungbiu district, in the hills of West Buleleng, and a scooter gets you almost to its base. Locals also call it Lembah Cinta (Valley of Love) Waterfall, and the village's official website was still promoting it in July 2025. A few things tend to slip past people before they go.

What people usually miss

• The easiest route from the south is via Pupuan. From Denpasar it is about 80 km through Pupuan, according to the village website. From Seririt it is roughly 40 minutes, from Singaraja almost an hour. The Pupuan road passes Vihara Dharma Giri, so you can stop on the way.
• The last lane is narrow. The final 1.6 km is a concrete lane finished in 2015, made for scooters. From the parking spot it is only about 10 metres to the pool. Bring a small car, or park earlier in the village if you are unsure about passing oncoming traffic.
• There is no published fee. The Jadesta profile lists parking, public toilets and a selfie area, but no prices. Carry small cash for parking or a donation (checked September 2026).
• The water turns murky after rain. Flow is strong in both wet and dry seasons, but rain clouds the water. If you want to swim in the shallow pool below, come in the dry season or after a few clear days.
• There is a shrine under the cliff. Villagers treat the spot as sacred. Don't climb on or pose on top of the shrine, and dress modestly when you walk past it.
• It is a poor fit for a half day from Lovina. The round trip from Lovina via Seririt takes about 2 hours of driving. Add time for a swim and you need 3-4 hours. If you are short on time, pick a waterfall around Sambangan instead.

Tinggarsari at a glance

• Location: View on Google Maps
• Managed by: Tinggarsari Tourism Village, registered on the Ministry of Tourism's Jadesta portal as a developing village; the manager's contact is on the Jadesta profile.
• Booking: not needed, just go. Set off early so you are not driving the hill roads after dark.
• Instagram: search on Instagram
• Bring: non-slip sandals, a change of clothes, food and water; the stalls on site are small and choice is limited.

If you have time left, Titab Ularan Dam sits on the Busungbiu-Seririt border and suits a late afternoon stop before you head down to the coast.