Ultimate Guide: Benang Stokel & Benang Kelambu Waterfall

Ultimate Guide: Benang Stokel & Benang Kelambu Waterfall

Benang Kelambu Waterfall is a must-see in Indonesia, so you can’t miss it on your Lombok Itinerary.

Wondering how to visit Benang Kelambu Waterfall in Lombok?

Take a day trip from Sengiggi or Kuta and visit two beautiful waterfalls: Benang Kelambu & Benang Stokel Waterfall.

We think this is one of the best waterfalls in Lombok that you shouldn’t miss.

This ultimate guide to the Benang Kelambu Waterfall and Benang Stokel Waterfall includes the best time to visit, how to get there, what to expect on the hike, and tips for visiting.

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Where are the Benang Kelambu and Benang Stokel Waterfalls?

Benang Kelambu and Benang Stokel Waterfall are located in the Aik Berik Village, in the central part of Lombok, in the Rinjani Geopark.

The Rinjani Geopark is about 1.5 hours from Senggigi and Kuta.

How to Get to Benang Stokel & Benang Kelambu Waterfall

The best way to visit Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu Waterfall is to join a day trip from Senggigi, Mataram, Gili Air, or Kuta.

Book your waterfall tour through Viator. Alternatively, you can get there by renting a motorbike or hiring a private driver.

We rented a scooter and explored Lombok at our own pace. Always wear a helmet and avoid driving at night!

Scooter rental starts from 65,000 IDR (4,35 USD) per day, but we don’t recommend paying more than 75,000 IDR (5 USD).

From Senaru, we traveled by motorbike to Kuta and visited the Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu waterfalls.

From Kuta and Senggigi, the waterfalls are closer by motorbike than from Senaru, with a driving time of about 1.5 hours.

Once you arrive, buy your entrance ticket and visit the waterfalls.

Recommended post → How to Get from Bali to Lombok

When is the Best Time to Visit Benang Kelambu Waterfall, Lombok?

Indonesia has two seasons: a dry season and a rainy season.

Lombok is a popular destination all year round! But the best time to visit Lombok is during the dry season, from May to October.

The weather is sunny and dry during these months, perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and exploring Lombok Island.

During the rainy season, from November to April, the waterfalls are the most beautiful because they are so powerful and intense.

However, we visited Lombok in May, and it was a fantastic experience to see some of the beautiful waterfalls.

TIP
As this is a popular attraction, avoid visiting on weekends as it can be crowded!

Read our → Ultimate Lombok Itinerary

Waterfalls Opening Hours

Air Terjun Benang Kelambu & Air Terjun Benang Stokel can be visited from 7:30 AM to 6 PM.

In fact, there are four waterfalls in Aik Berik Village, and depending on your budget and time, you can visit all of them or just the two most popular ones.

Benang Stokel & Benang Kelambu Waterfall Entrance Fee

Four waterfalls (Benang Stokel Waterfall, Sesere Waterfall, Kliwun Waterfall, and Benang Kelambu Waterfall) cost 160,000 IDR (10,5 USD) per person.

The Benang Kelambu and Benang Stokel waterfalls are 125,000 IDR (8 USD) per person. Discounted tickets are available for more than one person!

We paid 90,000 IDR (6 USD) per person for two waterfalls, which included a local guide and motorbike transport.

Benang Stokel & Benang Kelambu Waterfall Tour

When you arrive at the entrance of Rinjani Geopark, buy your admission ticket at the nearby building and decide which waterfalls you want to go and how you want to visit them. Parking is free!

In fact, guides are not mandatory, and it’s worth trying to bargain on prices!

Since it took us a long time to get from Senaru, and we also wanted to travel to Kuta that day, we could only visit two waterfalls.

TIP
Book your epic tour through Viator.

Benang Kelambu Waterfall

Benang Kelambu was our favorite waterfall in Lombok. A magnificent wall of vines with cascades is one of the most beautiful scenery we have seen in Indonesia.

You can get to Benang Kelambu Waterfall by hiking or taking a local motorbike taxi.

Alternatively, you can get to the waterfall parking lot by scooter (self-drive). But the road is very bumpy, steep, and dangerous!

Our entrance ticket included a guide and motorbike transport to the waterfall and back.

Just a 15-minute walk from the parking lot, you can reach one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Lombok.

At the bottom of the waterfall are two pools, so you can easily spend a few hours of swimming and relaxing.

There are changing rooms, toilets, and small tables with chairs near the waterfall, so buy some snacks or a cool drink and enjoy the unique view.

See also → Best Things to Do in Lombok

Benang Stokel Waterfall

We hope you enjoyed your first waterfall visit and are ready for another epic place.

We drove back to the entrance by motorbike, parked there, and headed to the Benang Stokel Waterfall.

The road down was slippery in some parts, and the hike took about 30 minutes.

The Benang Stokel is a stunning waterfall with beautiful photo opportunities. Because the underwater pool is very shallow, you can’t swim there!

Good to know
If you want to see all the waterfalls, first hike to the Benang Stokel, then a short walk to the Sesere Waterfall and Kliwun Waterfall.

Benang Kelambu Waterfall is just 15-20 minutes from the Benang Stokel. Just follow the map and signs to reach the waterfall.

Keep reading → Things to Do in Gili Air

Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu Waterfall Map

Where to Stay in Lombok

Best hotels in Senggigi, Lombok

• Luxury: Katamaran Hotel & Resort
• Mid-Range: Holiday Resort Lombok or Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort
• Budget: Puri Saron Senggigi Hotel

Best hotels in Kuta, Lombok

• Luxury: Pullman Lombok Merujani Mandalika Beach Resort
• Mid-Range: Novotel Lombok Resort & Villas
• Budget: JM Hotel

What to Pack for Visiting Waterfalls

• Quick-dry towel
• Swimsuit
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito repellent
• Water shoes
• Dry bag
• Camera gear
• GoPro or Waterproof phone bag
• Plenty of Water
• Snacks
• Local money

Tips for Visiting the Waterfalls

• It is a popular place for locals in Lombok. So you should avoid weekends and arrive as early as possible!
• You don’t need a guide, you can visit the waterfalls yourself!
• As unexpected rain can happen at any time, bring a light raincoat.
• Allow enough time to visit the waterfalls, as muddy and slippery roads can make the hike time take longer.
• Take plenty of water and snacks.
• It is not allowed for women to wear swimsuits at Benang Kelambu Waterfall, so bring a sarong or borrow one.
• Wear closed hiking shoes and lightweight, quick-dry clothes, as the weather is always warm and humid.
• Bring water shoes and be careful, as the rocks can be slippery!

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We hope you found our guide to Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu Waterfall useful and will inspire you to visit. If you have any questions or thoughts, let us know in the comments below.

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