Top 10 Malang Waterfall Tours

1.From Malang: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Day Trip (Sharing)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 401 reviews · 10 hours · from $38Our pick

Leave Malang around 5:00 to 6:00 a.m. for Tumpak Sewu, then hike with a local leader through slippery paths, streams, waterfalls, and Goa Tetes cave. You get transport, entry fees, parking, lunch, and a drink for $38. Guides such as Irwan and drivers such as Daffa have been praised for patient help and memorable photos.

“💦 Absolutely epic adventure – prepare to get soaked! 💦 The Tumpak Sewu waterfall hike was one of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had! The views were out of this world – the massive curtain of water surrounded by lush jungle felt like stepping into a fantasy movie. The hike down was a real adventure, with bamboo ladders, slippery rocks, and streams to cross – and yes, you WILL get completely wet (and it’s totally worth it!). Standing at the bottom, feeling the power of the falls all around, was simply unforgettable. Our guide was super helpful, making sure everyone was safe and having fun. I loved every minute…”

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2.1 Day – ULTIMATE TOUR Tumpak Sewu Waterfall and Goa Tetes cave // 07:30 – 17:30

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $51Top rated

Leave Malang at 7:30 a.m. for Tumpak Sewu, one of East Java’s most dramatic waterfalls. Walk to the panorama, descend toward the falls, then continue to Tetes Falls and Goa Tetes. A local guide leads the hike, while your private driver handles the long road journey. Expect wet paths, steep sections, and about three hours on foot.

“One of my favorite memories from Indonesia! Waterfall hiking, exploring caves, seeing wild monkeys. Such an adventure! About 3-4 hours of actual hiking. The drive can be a bit long (2-3 hours) and though parts of the hike can seem a bit tricRead more”

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3.1Day – Tumpak Sewu Waterfall and Goa Tetes Cave Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $47

Start at 7 am from Malang for a private drive to Tumpak Sewu. After a motorbike shuttle, a local ranger leads you through Goa Tetes Cave and down to the waterfall base. Expect wet, steep walking, photo help, bottled water, and about 12 hours on the road. Lunch is at your own cost.

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4.Tumpak Sewu Waterfall & Tetes Cave: A Trip from Malang & Surabaya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $57

Start early from Malang or Surabaya in a private, air-conditioned car with an English-speaking guide. Walk to Tumpak Sewu’s viewpoint, then tackle the steep trail to its base through forest, rivers, and slippery rocks. Finish at Goa Tetes, where water runs over the cave walls. Guides such as Rizky and Nadal have helped solo visitors with photos and pacing.

“Go inside the cave!!!walk in the water and stay in the forest!!!special thanks to the driver and big hug to the tour guide!!!”

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5.Surabaya or Malang: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Share Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 45 reviews · 8 hours · from $40

Join a small English-speaking group of up to 10 people for Tumpak Sewu Waterfall from Surabaya or Malang. You’ll visit the panorama, waterfall base, and cave waterfall, with local guide support, entry fees, hotel transport, and drinking water included. Expect steep trekking, wet conditions, and a possible glimpse of Mount Semeru.

“The guys were amazing! They didn’t just show us the main waterfalls, but also took us off the typical tourist paths. Because of that, we were able to see countless waterfalls in the most beautifully scenic landscape. They were super fun, and we had the chance to shower under many waterfalls, swim in natural pools at different heights, and just enjoy ourselves. It was such a great and unforgettable experience. If I ever come back here, I would definitely book this tour again. Thank you so much for everything! At the end, we even received a wonderful video – such a perfect way to remember this incredible day.”

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6.From Malang: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Sharing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 8 hours · from $46

Travel from Malang to Tumpak Sewu with a small group of up to 12 people. A local guide leads you from the famous viewpoint down steep, rope-assisted paths to the 120-meter waterfall. Driver Daffa and guide Irwan are named in recent feedback, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, and English or Indonesian guidance included.

“The waterfall is a must see! The driver and the guide were very kind and the guide took so many good pictures of us!”

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7.Private Day Tour Mt. Bromo & Madakaripura Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · from $143

Travel from Surabaya or Malang to Madakaripura Waterfall and Mt. Bromo with a private guide, SUV or minivan, 4WD Jeep, and motorbike taxi. Guides including Minnie, Salsa, and Winnie have led this route. Choose a relaxed daytime visit or add the sunrise option.

“Had a great time on the trip with Minnie as our guide. Would recommend to anyone considering it. It will be quite tiring to be prepared. Special thanks to our driver Febry for getting us there and back safely.”

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8.From Malang or Surabaya: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $36Best value

Travel from Malang or Surabaya to Tumpak Sewu with an English-speaking guide such as Rico, then trek to the waterfall and Goa Tetes cave. Expect steep paths, uneven ground, streams, mist, and plenty of photo stops. Drivers Jana and Ridwan have also received praise for their friendly help.

“chauffeur ponctuel sympathique, le guide était top parlait très bien anglais et a pris du temps pour chacun. belle excursion. il pleuvait ce jour là, pas de chance, mais c’est largement faisable sous la pluie.”

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9.Bromo Sunrise (and Waterfall Option) from Malang

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · from $89

Leave Malang in the early hours for Mount Bromo and its famous sunrise viewpoint. Ride a 4x4 Jeep across the Sea of Sand, explore the smoking volcanic crater, and visit Madakaripura Waterfall if you choose the combined option. An English-speaking guide leads a group of no more than six.

“I felt like I was on another planet! The colors and views are not only amazing, they're unique.”

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10.From Malang or Surabaya: Private Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 7 reviews · 12 hours · from $68

Travel privately from Malang or Surabaya to Tumpak Sewu, then hike through Lumajang forest to the lower valley and Tetes Waterfall. A local guide helps on the rough, wet path, while your driver handles the long road journey. Bring gripped water shoes, swimwear, food, and a dry change of clothes.

“We started at 6 from our hotel in Malang and at 2 PM. Trip was awesome. Driver took us to scooter drivers which took us to the guide. Guide knew only a little English, but he was very helpful when terrain was difficult to walk. We walked through water almost half the time. Views were amazing.”

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