- Address: Jl. Raya Bedugul - Singaraja, Gitgit, Sukasada, Kabupaten Buleleng, Bali 81161, Indonesia
- Phone: +62 821-4576-4267
- Website: gedeenglishdriver.com
- Maximum height: 40 m
Waterfalls Git-Git is located in Indonesia , in the northern part of the island of Bali on the river of the same name. Distance to Denpasar 68 km, to the nearest town of Singaraja 10 km. The system includes 4 different waterfalls , but only 3 of them as the most full-bodied are of interest to tourists with their beauty.
Waterfall Twins Git-Hit
Waterfall Gemini Git-Git in Bali is considered one of the most popular and photographed natural attractions . It is named because of two streams, simultaneously tearing off the rock and merging in flight. An incredibly beautiful sight can be seen from observation platforms located at different levels. After 340 steps you will find yourself at the foot of the waterfall, on the shore of a small lake. The bravest can bathe in its cold water. For tourists there are comfortable cabins for dressing on the beach.
The waterfall of Git-Git among the jungles of north Bali was opened in 1975 and is equipped for tourists. Unlike other attractions, it can not boast of legends and beautiful stories, but there is one sign that many believe. Local residents argue that couples in love can not come to the waterfall Gemini alone, otherwise they will soon be parted.
Mecalongan Waterfall
The second waterfall on the way is called Mecalongan, before it from the twins a maximum of 15 minutes along a comfortable concrete path. Returning back to the fork, you will see index plates that will lead you to the next viewing platform. It is best to consider the flow of water from a small bridge, but you will not be able to approach the place of fall.
Main waterfall
The last waterfall on the hiking trail was named the main one, since it is the highest and deepest of the whole system of Hit-Git. It is located in a canyon, and the water falls from a height of about 40 m. It takes more than an hour to descend to its foot. You will go to a small natural swimming pool, where you can swim if you are willing to tolerate enough cold water.
Not far from the last waterfall is a small temple dedicated to the struggle of the Balinese with the Dutch during the colonization of the island.
Features of visit
The cost of visiting the whole system of waterfalls Git-Git is 5 thousand Indonesian rupees or 0.4 US dollars. This fee is called environmental collection and is used to maintain the trail in working order.
Immediately after turning at the road sign "Twin Waterfall Git Git" you will be approached by locals to offer guide services at prices from $ 10 to $ 15 for a walk (by local standards this is a very large amount). They talk about the horrors of the Balinese jungle, which will wait in the path of every traveler who will decide on a single trip. They will assure you that you will surely get lost and not even reach the first waterfall. In fact, the park is made very comfortable, all the tracks are marked, there are numerous pointers, and it is not possible to get lost there. Therefore, to agree to their services does not make sense.
How to get to the Get-Hit Waterfalls?
Going to the waterfalls of Get-Hit is most convenient in a rented car or motorcycle on the road Denpasar - Singaraja. The turn is indicated by a large road sign, which is difficult to miss. Public transport does not go directly to the waterfalls, but you can take a taxi from the nearest town of Singaraja, to which there are buses for $ 15-20 from the capital, or take a taxi from Denpasar to waterfalls, it will cost you $ 40-50.