When most people think of Lombok, their minds go straight to turquoise waters and sun-soaked shores. But head a little inland and you’ll find a whole different kind of magic. Tucked away in the island’s lush highlands is Benang Stokel Waterfall — a dreamy spot where nature shows off in the most gentle, enchanting way.
This hidden oasis feels like a forest fairytale, with soft, curtain-like streams cascading down mossy stone walls draped in wild greenery. The air here is cool and crisp, the kind that instantly makes you breathe a little deeper and slower. If you’re someone who finds peace under a canopy of trees rather than a beach umbrella, this place might just be your new favourite escape in Lombok.
Waterfall Location and Route
Benang Stokel Waterfall is located in Aik Berik Village, North Batukliang District, Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara. Open daily from 7 am-5.30 pm and for the entrance ticket is IDR 5.000 – 25.000.
To get to Benang Stokel Waterfall, you can use private vehicles or public transportation. If using private vehicles, you can follow the route towards Pancor Dau-Teratak-Aik Berik Village. The distance from Lombok International Airport to Benang Stokel Waterfall is about 45 kilometers and can be reached in about 1.5 hours.
Attraction of Waterfall
- Beautiful view
The location of this waterfall at the foot of the world-famous Mount Rinjani leaves no doubt about its natural beauty. In fact, this waterfall has been included in the UNESCO Geopark category along with its neighbor in the same area, namely Benang Kelambu Waterfall. The name Benang Stokel was given because this waterfall resembles a roll of thread, where the word stokel here means roll.
- Fresh Water
Water that falls from two streams that are refreshing and can pamper the eyes because of its beauty like unraveling thread.
Water that comes directly from Mount Rinjani also makes this waterfall have a different kind of freshness.
- The atmosphere is calm and cool
Cool and calm atmosphere. Benang Stokel Waterfall is located in the highlands, so the atmosphere is very cool and calm. This place is perfect for those of you who want to relax and calm your mind.
Activities That You Can Do
Apart from enjoying the beauty of the waterfall, there are many activities that you can also do here, because it has a very suitable place.
- Bathing in Pool
Under the waterfall there is a bathing pool with very clear and refreshing water.
- Take Photos
Benang Stokel Waterfall has a very beautiful view, so this place is very suitable for taking pictures.
- Explore the waterfall
You can walk around the waterfall to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.
Tips If You Want to Visiting Benang Stokel
For those of you who want to go to a waterfall, there are several tips you can follow.
- Come in the morning or afternoon. Benang Stokel Waterfall is very crowded with tourists during the day, so for those of you who are not comfortable being in a crowd, don’t go during the day.
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. You will be walking along a fairly steep path to the waterfall. Make sure you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking.
- Prepare food and drink supplies. If you have plans to stay there for a long time, you should prepare supplies because there are no food stalls around the waterfall. Make sure you bring food and drink supplies for your trip.
- Keep the environment clean. Benang Stokel Waterfall is a natural tourist destination that must be preserved. Therefore, it is important to be aware of protecting the environment by not littering.
Waterfalls in Lombok have their own characteristics and advantages, not infrequently many tourists come to enjoy them. So we must also have the awareness to maintain the place to be passed on to the next generation.
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