Grojogan Watu Purbo: A Tiered Waterfall in Sleman
Izzah Putri Jurianto
Sep 6

Grojogan Watu Purbo, located on Jalan Grojogan Watu Purbo, Bangunrejo, Merdikorejo, Tempel, Sleman, is one of the unique natural tourist destinations in Yogyakarta with a tiered waterfall. This place offers a combination of beautiful six-tiered waterfall flowing calmly and the majestic backdrop of Mount Merapi.

Grojogan Watu Purbo: A Tiered Waterfall in Sleman
Grojogan Watu Purbo: A Tiered Waterfall in Sleman

Location and Access to Grojogan Watu Purbo

Grojogan Watu Purbo can be easily accessed from the center of Yogyakarta via a good, paved road. The 22.4 km journey takes about 46 minutes by private vehicle. This place is located in Bangunrejo Village, Tempel District, northern Sleman.

Opening Hours of Grojogan Watu Purbo

  • Monday-Friday: 07.00-17.00 WIB

  • Saturday-Sunday: 07.00-17.30 WIB

Ticket Price and Facilities

To enter the Grojogan Watu Purbo area, visitors are not charged an entrance fee. However, there is a parking fee of 2.000 IDR for motorbikes. Basic facilities such as food stalls, parking areas, and public toilets are available for visitors.

Main Attractions of Grojogan Watu Purbo

Main Attractions of Grojogan Watu Purbo
Main Attractions of Grojogan Watu Purbo

6-Tiered Waterfall

Grojogan Watu Purbo is famous for its six-tiered waterfall. Each level has a varying height, ranging from 3 to 7 meters, with calm flowing water creating a soothing view. Each level offers a different atmosphere, with small pools under the waterfall that visitors often use to play in the water.

Mount Merapi Background

In addition to the beauty of the tiered waterfall, Grojogan Watu Purbo also offers a stunning view of Mount Merapi as its backdrop. On clear days, visitors can enjoy a very beautiful view of the peak of Merapi from the location of this waterfall, making it one of the favorite places for nature photography.

Outdoor Activities and Photography

Grojogan Watu Purbo offers a fun outdoor tourism experience. Visitors can walk around the waterfall, play in the water, or just relax and enjoy the peaceful natural atmosphere. This place is also very popular for photography, especially with the view of the waterfall and Mount Merapi as the perfect backdrop.

12:00 AM · Sep 6, 2024