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.
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
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Monday-Friday: 07.00-17.00 WIB
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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
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.