Excursions & Things to Do in North Bali
Discover waterfalls, temples, traditional villages, volcanic landscapes and some of Bali's most beautiful natural attractions while staying at Bondalem Beach Club.
North Bali offers a quieter and more authentic way to explore the island, away from the busiest tourist areas of southern Bali. From our location in Bondalem, guests can visit waterfalls, mountain lakes, temples, traditional villages and other attractions across northern and central Bali.
Whether you would like to spend a few hours exploring nearby attractions or plan a full-day trip, our team can help you choose a route and arrange private transportation with a driver.
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Staying at Bondalem Beach Club gives you easy access to many of North Bali's waterfalls, temples and natural attractions. Some places can be visited in a few hours, while others can be combined into a full-day excursion with several stops.
Yeh Mampeh / Les Waterfall
Located only about 10 minutes from Bondalem, Yeh Mampeh Waterfall is one of the easiest nearby natural attractions to visit.
From the parking area, an approximately 20-minute walk leads through a picturesque landscape to the waterfall. Its proximity to Bondalem makes it a convenient choice for guests who want to experience a North Bali waterfall without spending most of the day travelling.
Sekumpul Waterfall
Approximately 40 minutes from Bondalem, Sekumpul is a spectacular group of waterfalls surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
Reaching the waterfall involves a more demanding walk, including around 350 steps, so this excursion is particularly suitable for active guests. The journey and surrounding landscape are an important part of the experience.
Ponjok Batu Temple
Only about 10 minutes from Bondalem, Ponjok Batu is one of the closest Balinese temples to Bondalem Beach Club.
Located beside the sea, the temple is associated with the Hindu priest Danghyang Nirartha and local legends connected with fishermen and the coastline. It is an excellent nearby option for guests interested in Balinese culture and religious traditions.
Gitgit Waterfalls
The Gitgit area, approximately one hour from Bondalem, has several waterfalls located within a few kilometres of one another.
A visit can be combined with a journey towards Bedugul, making Gitgit a convenient stop on a longer excursion that also includes mountain scenery and Ulun Danu Beratan Temple.
Brahmavihara-Arama Buddhist Temple
Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Bondalem, Brahmavihara-Arama is a Buddhist monastery surrounded by gardens and peaceful mountain scenery.
The complex includes meditation spaces and a small architectural representation inspired by Borobudur. It is an interesting destination for guests interested in meditation, spirituality and the religious diversity of Bali.
Ulun Danu Beratan Temple & Bedugul
Located approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Bondalem, Ulun Danu Beratan is one of Bali's distinctive water temples, situated on the shores of Lake Beratan in the Bedugul highlands.
The temple and surrounding mountain landscape make Bedugul a good destination for a longer excursion from Bondalem and it can be combined with other attractions along the route.
Explore More of Bali
These are only a few of the places that can be visited while staying at Bondalem Beach Club. Our detailed Bali Attractions & Excursions Guide includes waterfalls, temples, rice terraces, healing springs, museums, traditional Bali Aga villages, volcano trekking, snorkeling and diving, as well as suggested excursion routes from Bondalem.
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Our team can also help you choose attractions and arrange private transportation for your excursion.
Suggested Day Trips from Bondalem:
Choose one of the routes below or ask our team to help create an itinerary based on your interests.
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Ubud, Temples & Rice Terraces
Discover the landscapes and cultural attractions of Central Bali on a full-day trip from Bondalem.
The route can include a Mount Batur viewpoint, traditional wood-carving galleries, rice terraces, Tirta Empul Temple, Gunung Kawi Temple, Ubud Monkey Forest and central Ubud.
This is a good choice for guests who want to combine Bali's temples, landscapes and culture in one day. The catalogue's full itinerary runs approximately from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, including the return to Bondalem Beach Club.
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Batur Volcano, Hot Springs & Central Bali
Travel through Bali's volcanic highlands and enjoy views of Mount Batur and its caldera, combined with temples and other cultural attractions.
This route can be adapted to include time at the Batur hot springs, making it a relaxing alternative to a more intensive sightseeing itinerary.
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Bedugul, Waterfalls & Mountain Bali
Explore the cooler mountain landscapes of Bali with a day trip towards Bedugul.
Combine some of North Bali's waterfalls with mountain scenery and a visit to Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, the famous water temple on Lake Beratan. Your attractions catalogue specifically recommends combining the Gitgit waterfalls with a Bedugul trip and Ulun Danu Beratan.
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North Bali Waterfalls
Spend the day discovering the tropical landscapes and waterfalls of North Bali.
Sekumpul Waterfall, approximately 40 minutes from Bondalem, is one of the closest major waterfall experiences, while other waterfalls can be combined to create a longer route through the mountains. Reaching Sekumpul involves a more demanding walk and approximately 350 steps. Bali - Attractions and Tourist …
For a shorter excursion, Yeh Mampeh / Les Waterfall is only around 10 minutes from Bondalem, with an approximately 20-minute walk from the parking area.
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Temples & Culture of North Bali
Discover a quieter side of Bali through temples and cultural sites in the north of the island.
Nearby Ponjok Batu Temple is only around 10 minutes from Bondalem, while a longer route can include traditional Balinese temples, Brahmavihara-Arama Buddhist monastery and other cultural attractions across North Bali.
Create Your Own Bali Excursion
These routes are suggestions rather than fixed programs. Choose the waterfalls, temples, villages and landscapes you would most like to see, and our team can help you plan a route from Bondalem Beach Club.
Private transportation with a driver can be arranged for individual guests, families and groups.
