The best waterfalls in Buleleng

Most people build their Bali itinerary around Ubud and the south coast, and then maybe squeeze in a day trip north if there's time. If you're one of those people, let me make the case for actually setting aside a proper day for it, because Banyumala is the kind of waterfall that makes the drive worth it on its own.

I built a few days into my Bali trip specifically for the north, passing through the Munduk area, which is loaded with waterfalls if you know where to look. Banyumala was the one I picked, and it turned out to be one of the most pleasant waterfalls I saw on the whole island.

Here's what it's actually like to visit.