Bentar Waterfall in Brebes Regency, Central Java Province
One of the best allures in Brebes Regency is definitely the natural attraction, especially waterfalls. The Indonesian locals call those places “Curug”, actually. Here is the reference. The name is Bentar Waterfall and it is located in Salem Sub-District. As the name suggests, the waterfall resides in Bentar Village and it has been visited by lots of tourists both on regular days and holidays! One thing that makes it popular is the unique landscape, which is suitable for relaxation and photography. Thus, it would be a waste if tourists come to Brebes if they don’t drop by at the waterfall. After all, it is one of the best vacation destinations in the region.
The Nuance
In terms of accessibility, Bentar Waterfall is quite reachable. It is true tourists need to conduct a short trekking later, but it would be fun and refreshing. Once arriving at the site, they may feel the pristine nuance right away. The waterfall has the height approximately 35 meters and it features majestic a rock cliff on its sides. Below, there is a serene natural pond for tourists to enjoy bathing and playing water. The next impressive feature is the presence of tall trees that surround the site, creating a shady and comfortable atmosphere. In fact, a rainbow often occurs there!
Exploring Bentar Waterfall
The most common reason for visiting Bentar Waterfall is to retreat. That means visitors want to get away from their daily routines and spend a peaceful vacation on this Indonesia site. It is because the waterfall is located in a secluded area, so tourists won’t find many people there. Not to mention the waterfall is surrounded by a tall cliff, which makes it more soothing. The only disappointment is that tourists won’t be able to climb the cliff due to its slippery surface.
The next allure in Bentar Waterfall is the presence of a small pond located under it. The good news is visitors are allowed to get in and swim in it! The water is fresh and the pond is not quite deep. That means kids can also swim in it without worries. As for the water discharge, it is considered moderate. No wonder, some people are likely to sit under the waterfall and enjoy meditation. The rumor has it. Such activity is able to increase one’s stamina1
What is more? Bentar Waterfall is known both to locals and outsiders. No wonder, tourists are likely to meet some locals on the site during holidays. Have no worries. These people are friendly and they won’t disturb others. The only rule is that everyone must not litter!
Nearby Attractions
- Cigombong Waterfall
- Tonjong Waterfall
- Cipicung Waterfall
How to Get There
The prime checkpoint is Semarang City, which is the capital of Central Java Province. From there, tourists can directly head to Bentar Waterfall located in Brebes Regency. The distance is 267 km, so the trip takes about 7 hours and 23 minutes by local transportation service. As for the faster trip, tourists should only take Raya Pantura Street.
Where to Stay
- Agung Jaya Hotel
- Sri Rahayu Hotel
- Anggraeni Hotel
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