Munduk Itinerary: Best Things to Do in Munduk in 2 Days (2026)

Munduk is located in northern Bali, Indonesia, and is known for its incredible waterfalls, stunning viewpoints, and peaceful temple settings. If you’re looking for a quieter side of Bali, this Munduk itinerary covers the best things to do in Munduk and North Bali in only 2 days, from chasing some of the island’s most impressive waterfalls to experiencing authentic Balinese culture and slowing down in nature. Northern Bali is one of my favorite regions and I highly recommend to include it in your Bali itinerary.

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Munduk Itinerary – Quick Tips

Dive right into my top picks for hotels, tours, places to visit, insider tips, and more, and make the most of your time in Munduk. Your journey starts here!

Keep reading for my complete 2-day Munduk itinerary!

How many days in Munduk, Bali?

I recommend staying in Munduk for at least 2 days, although 3 days feels ideal if you want to experience the region at a more relaxed pace. That gives you enough time to visit the main waterfalls, enjoy a few viewpoints, and include one or two cultural stops without rushing.

If you have extra time, spending 4 days in Munduk works very well too, especially since there are plenty of additional places worth visiting in North Bali. At the end of this guide, I’ve also included more recommendations if you want to extend your stay.

Is Munduk worth visiting?

Absolutely! If you’re planning your Bali itinerary, Munduk is one of the places I’d strongly recommend including, especially if you want to experience a very different side of the island. For me, it’s one of the best areas in Bali for scenic mountain landscapes, impressive waterfalls, and a quieter atmosphere away from the busier southern regions.

We’ve visited Munduk twice so far and would happily return again, simply because northern Bali feels so different from places like Canggu or Uluwatu. It has a much calmer pace, beautiful natural scenery, and some of my favorite spots for a relaxing nature escape alongside Ubud and Sidemen.

💡 Insider Tip: Munduk has a noticeably cooler climate than most parts of Bali because of its mountain location. Mornings and evenings can feel surprisingly chilly, and rain is also more common here, so it’s worth packing a light jacket and a raincoat, especially if you’re planning to visit several waterfalls.

Where to stay in Munduk?

Our top pick: Munduk Moding Plantation

During both our Munduk visits we stayed at Munduk Moding Plantation. This eco hotel belongs to our absolute favorite resorts in Bali. Munduk Moding Plantation is set within a working coffee plantation and offers luxury accommodation in the middle of nature. The resort is famous for its incredible infinity pools with jaw-dropping views over the mountains, the sea, and Java’s volcanoes (the upper infinity pool is my favorite one).

You can also join a coffee plantation tour and many other daily activities at the resort. We truly enjoyed our stays at Munduk Moding Plantation and highly recommend staying there.

Check out my detailed hotel review: Munduk Moding Plantation – Hotel Review

For other accommodation options in Munduk, click here.

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2-Day Munduk Itinerary

Day 1 of our Munduk Itinerary:

Handara Gate

We started our first full day in Munduk at the iconic Handara Gate, one of Bali’s most photographed landmarks. While many people visit for the photo opportunity, the gate is actually the entrance to a golf resort. Because it has become so popular in recent years, I recommend arriving early, ideally around sunrise. This way, you can avoid the long queues and enjoy the scenic view without the crowds.

To take photos in front of the gate, you must pay a small entrance fee (50,000 IDR per person for using your camera or 200,000 IDR per drone).

Ulun Danu Bratan Temple

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is probably one of the most famous attractions in Munduk and also one of my favorite temples in Bali. Since it’s only a short drive from Handara Gate, it’s very easy to combine both stops in the same morning.

The temple sits on the edge of Lake Beratan and is surrounded by the most picturesque mountain backdrop, which makes the setting especially photogenic. Depending on the water level and the season, the temple might not be fully encircled by water, but it looks beautiful anyway.

Since it’s one of the main attractions in this area, I’d recommend visiting before 9 AM. We arrived shortly after sunrise, after stopping at Handara Gate first, and loved seeing the early morning light over the temple with the mountains in the background.

Wanagiri Hidden Hills

Wanagiri Hidden Hills is another well-known stop near Ulun Danu Beratan Temple and Handara Gate, especially if you enjoy scenic viewpoints and instagrammable photo spots. The site includes several setups such as swings, bird nests, wooden platforms, and bamboo structures designed to frame the landscape.

The main highlight, though, is the view across Bali’s Twin Lakes, Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan, which look especially beautiful from here on a clear morning. Even if you’re not interested in every photo installation, the panorama alone makes it worth a short stop.

To avoid queues at the popular photo spots, it’s best to arrive early in the day. We stopped here right after visiting Ulun Danu Bratan Temple.

💡 Insider Tip: Make sure to also stop at the nearby Twin Lakes Viewpoint, which is free to visit and located along the same road. It offers one of the best panoramic views in this part of North Bali.

Banyumala Twin Waterfall.

Banyumala Twin Waterfalls was one of my favorite stops in Munduk and easily one of my favorite waterfalls in Bali. The waterfall is surrounded by dense greenery and feels incredibly peaceful, especially compared with some of the busier waterfall spots on the island.

It’s also one of the best waterfalls for swimming, since the water here felt less cold than at many other waterfalls we visited in Bali.

We visited on a sunny afternoon and saw several rainbows forming in the mist, which made the whole setting even more memorable. There is a small entrance fee to access the waterfall, and from the parking area, it takes only about 15 minutes to walk down to the base.

For the rest of the day, we relaxed at Munduk Moding Plantation, which was the perfect way to slow down after a day of sightseeing. We booked a spa treatment, had dinner at the restaurant overlooking the pool, and later spent the evening enjoying the heated jacuzzi and the fireplace in our villa.

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Day 2 of our Munduk Itinerary:

Sekumpul Waterfall

We started our second day by visiting Sekumpul Waterfall. Sekumpul Waterfall is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Bali if not in Indonesia. It is known to be the tallest waterfall in Bali. The waterfall is surrounded by lush green nature, which reminded me of ‘Jurassic Park’.

Hiking down to Sekumpul waterfall takes around 30 minutes and involves a lot of stairs, but it’s absolutely worth it. For me, Sekumpul Waterfall is the best waterfall in Munduk. Nothing compares to the mind-blowing view down at the waterfall.

💡 Insider Tip: Allow yourself enough time to visit Sekumpul Waterfall. I recommend at least 3 – 4 hours (including the drive, hiking, and enjoying the waterfall).

Note: When we visited Sekumpul waterfall, we only had to pay a small entrance fee and it was still possible to visit the waterfall without a guide. However, I’ve heard that they now require visitors to purchase a ticket, which includes a guide, for around 125,000 IDR. Make sure to buy your ticket only at the official entrance, not at the many ‘registration points’ along the road.

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Banyu Wana Amertha Waterfall

After visiting Sekumpul Waterfall, we continued to Banyu Wana Amertha Waterfall. This waterfall is still a hidden gem! When we hiked down, we only came across one other couple, although the rainy weather probably also helped keep crowds away.

The walk to the waterfall is fairly easy and takes around 10 to 20 minutes. One of the things I really liked here is that the entrance ticket, which costs only 30,000 IDR, gives you access to four different waterfalls along the way, which makes it a very worthwhile stop in Munduk. I highly recommend to include it in your itinerary!

Traditional Balinese Coffee-Making Class

In the afternoon, we joined a traditional coffee processing workshop at Munduk Moding Plantation, which is included in their complimentary “MMP Experience Programme”. Next to coffee-making classes, they also offer many other cultural workshops where you can learn more about Balinese traditions, daily life, and local craftsmanship.

We always love getting to know the local culture of a region because this gives you a closer connection to the place beyond sightseeing. After the workshop, we also enjoyed their complimentary afternoon tea by the pool and ended the day watching one of the most memorable sunsets we had in Munduk. The sunsets in Munduk are truly something else!

What to do in Munduk in 3 or 4 Days

If you have extra time in Munduk, it’s very easy to extend your stay by another day or two. There are still plenty of beautiful places to visit in Munduk and across North Bali, especially if you enjoy waterfalls, scenic walks, and quieter nature spots.

Best rice terraces to visit:

• Munduk Rice Terraces
• Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

More waterfalls to visit in and around Munduk:

• Munduk Waterfall Trek including Munduk Waterfall (Red Coral Waterfall), Labuan Kebo Waterfall, Laangan Melanting Waterfall, and Golden Valley Waterfall
• Aling Aling Waterfall
• GitGit Waterfall
• Leke Leke Waterfall

Other places worth adding to your itinerary:

• Twin Lake Trekking near Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan
• Giant Banyan Tree (often called the Giant Banyan Tree)
• Banjar Hot Springs

If you’re continuing your trip around the island, also read my complete Bali travel guide for more route ideas and planning tips.

And if you’re looking for unique places to stay, my guide to cool and unusual hotels and bamboo villas in Bali includes some awesome options as well.

I hope this Munduk itinerary helps you plan your time in one of Bali’s most beautiful regions. If you’re looking for waterfalls, mountain scenery, and a quieter side of the island, Munduk is absolutely worth adding to your Bali itinerary. If you have any other questions about planning a trip to Munduk, Bali, feel free to leave a comment below.

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