Sometimes
exploring the unknown has its own share of surprise and joy. Bali is a
great place for the adventure seekers to discover loads of opportunities
to explore around. Waterfall is one of the attraction to be discovered,
and there are numerous beautiful waterfalls available in this island.
Some of these waterfalls are still away from the realms of commercialism
and chaos.
Tibumana
waterfall is one such waterfall for the explorers. Located in Bangli
region, just an hour drive from Ubud and two hours from Kuta, this
waterfall is a serene spot for all those who want to enjoy the forest
atmosphere. To reach here, it is recommended to bring someone who knows
the area pretty well. A tour operator in downtown Kuta charges around
IDR 400,000 for this single trip, including a car and an advanced
driver. Optionally, you can always hire a scooter and navigate your way
with a map, as this will be far more exciting. Bangli houses mountain
lakes and water couches that make Bali so fertile. Numerous villages are
scatted across a landscape of rice terraces, lush valley and forests.
These will treat you well along the way until you reach at the
destination.
At
the car park, you will find a tiny shack where you need to pay IDR
10,000 as retribution fee. You then need to follow a winding path with
stairs for around 15 minutes until you arrive at the waterfall. The
pathway is so refreshingly beautiful. There are vines creeping down the
cliffs and small, colourful butterflies flying around. The lush, green
jungle is filled with the sweet chirping of birds. The air is crisp and
clear. There is simplicity and purity all around the place.
As
you approach the waterfall, the rumbling of the waterfall becomes more
evident as you feel the place is getting cooler and breezier. The
waterfall is a single one in the dry season, while in the monsoons you
will find twin sheets of water splashing down from the hill. The
cascading sheet of waterfall creates unrealistic prismatic formation of
sun rays, giving the place a sense of being in a fairy tale. The entire
place is enclosed in this green case of green ferns, mosses, vines,
which makes you feel that you have entered a secret world away from the
world you live in. Because of the enclosure, there is a pond at the end
of the waterfall. The shades of the water are mesmerizing. Turquoise,
sapphire like shades of the crystal clear water will just take your
breath away.
Do
carry your swimsuit or extra clothes. Take a refreshing swim in the
waterfall and feel your senses invigorated. The water is no more than 6
feet deep, so diving is not an option. You can stand right underneath
the waterfall and let the hydro pressure do wonders for your body pain
and stress relief. The tranquillity is what draws people here, to idle
for long hours of relaxation in solitude. It is one of those places
where you want to come just to laze around and sit and marvel at
nature’s beauty in isolation.
The
entire area is very photogenic. Everything lends an artistic beauty to
the waterfall. Be sure not to forget to bring your camera to capture all
these beautiful moments. The fact that the place is not crowded,
therefore you can strike wonderful poses in this little undisclosed
place. Since a temple is situated nearby, you may find smoke remaining
of offerings made to the waterfall for all the life it brings. Make sure
not to litter the place with food and drinks.
Explore, relax and meditate. Isn’t that all is needed for the soul, once in a while?
About Bangli:
Bangli
regency encompasses great natural vista of the island, with scenic
roads of rugged hillocks, woody ravines and giant bamboo forest
overtaking its trail. And for this reason, while you are in Tibumana,
you may want to explore around to check on some places. You can pay a
visit to Apuan Falls and the famous Penglipuran village. The trees here
are so enormous that it could block the sunlight even in the noon, added
more to its mystical atmosphere.
This article is also published at NOW! Bali Magazine
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