Wanagiri Hidden Hills

Sky-high bird's-nest platforms and swings over Bali's twin crater lakes · North Bali, Buleleng

Wanagiri Hidden Hills is one of north Bali's most photographed viewpoints — a series of bamboo bird's-nest platforms, jungle swings and floating-boat photo props perched on the ridge above Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan. On a clear day the view sweeps across the volcanic crater holding both lakes, with the central highlands rising behind. It's a quick, fun stop on the way between Munduk and Bedugul.

About Wanagiri Hidden Hills

The viewpoint sits on the rim of an ancient caldera at around 1,200 metres elevation, looking south over the twin Buyan-Tamblingan crater lakes — two of Bali's three sacred mountain lakes. The cool, often misty climate is closer to the European Alps than to the southern beaches.

Local farmers built the first bamboo photo platforms here around 2017 after the spot started going viral on Instagram. Today there are several rival viewpoint stops along the ridge, each with its own collection of bird's-nest platforms, hanging swings, glass-bottom decks and faux-wreck boats positioned for that classic 'flying over the lake' shot.

Each viewpoint charges its own small entry fee (typically IDR 10,000–30,000) plus a separate fee per photo prop. The most popular cluster — Wanagiri Hidden Hills proper — has the original bird's-nest, the iconic 'two boats on the cliff' platform and a long jungle swing, all with the lake panorama as the backdrop.

Highlights

Twin-lake panorama. Sweeping view over Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan — two of Bali's three sacred crater lakes — from a single high ridge.
Bird's-nest photo platforms. Bamboo nests perched at the cliff edge — the original Wanagiri photo prop and still the most iconic.
Two-boats viewpoint. A pair of wooden jukung boats fixed to the platform with the lake view behind — Bali's most-shared Instagram set-up.
Jungle swings. Long-rope swings that arc out over the crater rim — a fun, slightly scary photo with the lakes in the frame.
Cool highland climate. At 1,200 m the air is fresh and often misty — a welcome change from the heat of southern Bali.

Practical Information

Opening hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Entrance fee: Entry IDR 10,000–30,000 per viewpoint; each photo prop IDR 25,000–50,000
Suggested duration: 30–60 minutes is plenty
Best time to visit: Early morning (8–10 AM) for clear views before the afternoon mist rolls in
Cash only — no card facilities
Bring a light jacket — it's cool and often windy on the ridge
Several viewpoints sit within 1 km of each other — pick one or two, not all

Address: Wanagiri, Sukasada, Buleleng Regency, Bali 81161, Indonesia — view on Google Maps

Visitor Tips

Go early — by mid-morning the cloud and mist often roll in and hide the lakes.
Prices are per-prop, so decide which photos you actually want before paying.
Wear sturdy shoes — paths and platforms can be muddy after rain.
Combine with Munduk waterfalls or Lake Bratan temple for a full north Bali day.
Rainy season (Nov–Mar) often means total cloud cover — check before driving up.

Getting There

From Munduk: 20 minutes east on the scenic ridge road.
From Lake Bratan / Bedugul: 25 minutes west along the highland road.
From Lovina: 60 minutes via the cross-island climb.
From Ubud: 90 minutes north over the central highlands.
From Seminyak / Kuta: 2.5 hours via Bedugul.

Nearby Attractions

Munduk Waterfalls (10 km • 25 min drive) — Munduk and Banyumala twin waterfalls in the cool central highlands.
Pura Ulun Danu Bratan (12 km • 25 min drive) — Bali's most photographed lakeside temple on Lake Bratan.
Bali Botanical Garden (15 km • 30 min drive) — Indonesia's largest botanical garden with over 2,000 plant species.
Aling-Aling Waterfall (North Bali) — Waterfall jumps and natural slides near Sekumpul.
Gitgit Waterfall (North Bali) — One of North Bali's tallest, most accessible waterfalls.