Are you planning a vacation in the city of Yogyakarta? If so, don’t miss out on enjoying camping with a side view of waterfall in Kedung Pedut.
The city of Yogyakarta never ceases to offer a variety of tourist destinations. Although it is famous for its traditional nuances and Javanese culture, the city of Yogyakarta also has many culinary tourism destinations, historical tours, and natural attractions that are interesting to visit.
Currently, one of the places in Yogyakarta that is visited by many tourists is the Kulon Progo area. This area is located in the western part of Yogyakarta. There are many interesting places with beautiful natural scenery in this area.
One of the places in Kulon Progo that you must visit is Kedung Pedut Waterfall. Apparently, this waterfall area was once the filming location of one of the famous private stations.
Kedung Pedut Waterfall
Kedung Pedut Waterfall has been opened since February 15, 2015 and has become a tourist destination for many people. Many tourists are interested in visiting this waterfall because of its hidden location. Kedung Pedut Waterfall has a clear tosca blue color.
This tourist spot is made like a traditional waterpark. The management of this waterfall provides wooden slide boards, showers made of bamboo, and many more.
The name Kedung Pedut Waterfall is taken from the Javanese language which means “misty pond.” In the past, the location of this waterfall was hidden in the forest. It took up to 3 months to open access after being discovered by the surrounding community.
Kedung Pedut is often called a two-colored waterfall because it has tosca green and white components. The tosca green color comes from the reflection of large rocks from the riverbed, while the white color is formed due to the swift flow of water. Although the location of Kedung Pedut Waterfall is quite hidden, the access to this waterfall is quite easy.
Kedung Pedut Waterfall is nicknamed the Water Paradise of Kulon Progo because of its seemingly endless water source. Even during the dry season, the water in this waterfall never dries up.
This waterfall is the preferred tourist destination for those of you who want to refresh your mind. When you are in this place, you will feel cool because there are still many shady trees around this waterfall tour.
In the Kedung Pedut Waterfall tourist area there is also a natural bathing pool that can be used to play by children who are afraid to play in the waterfall.
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Interesting Activities You Can Do at Kedung Pedut Waterfall
There are many interesting activities that you can do when you are at Kedung Pedut Waterfall. What are they? Check out the following explanation.
1. Take a photo
One of the attractions of Kedung Pedut Waterfall is its beautiful natural scenery. Therefore, many tourists come to just take pictures in this place.
There are many photo spots that you can try in this tourist spot. Some of them are spots near the waterfall, viewing post, bamboo bridge, and miniature ship. With a charming natural scenery background, the photo results at this waterfall will look good.
2. Swimming
Besides taking pictures, you can also swim and play in the Kedung Pedut river. Kedung Pedut river originates from Mudal river which is located not far from the tourist attractions.
When entering the waterfall area, you will find another pool that is not too deep for swimming. However, if you can’t swim, you can use the buoys rented by the tour manager.
3. Flying Fox and Flying Bike
If you like activities that test your adrenaline, you can try flying fox rides. You can enjoy the beauty of Kedung Pedut Waterfall from a height.
In addition to flying foxes, you can also try flying bicycle rides. You can take interesting photos that you can show off on your social media.
4. Camping
Camping with a side view of waterfall in Kedung Pedut is also an interesting activity that you can do when visiting this waterfall tourism area. The management provides a camping area for tourists who want to experience staying in the Kedung Pedut Waterfall area.
If you are interested in camping in this place, you can ask permission or rent a place to the tour manager. This camping activity will be an unforgettable memory for you and your family or friends.
Location and Access to Kedung Pedut Waterfall
The location of Kedung Pedut Waterfall is quite far from the city. To be more precise, this waterfall is located on Kutogiri Gunung Kelir Road, Kembang Jatimulyo, Girimulyo District, Kulon Progo.
To arrive at this tourist location, you will drive for approximately 1 hour 30 minutes with the fastest route via National Road III. Then, you can direct the vehicle to Pathukan – Kenteng – Nanggulan – Tegalsari – Kulon Progo. The distance between Kedung Pedut Waterfall and Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) is about 28.5 km with a travel time of about 1 hour.
From the city center of Yogyakarta, you can walk towards the west, namely the direction of Jalan Godean. Then follow the road until you reach the Nanggulan area.
From Nanggulan, you will drive up the hills until you reach Goa Kiskendo. After that, turn to the left. After approximately 5 kilometers, you will find a signpost to Kedung Pedut.
During the trip, you will be presented with a very beautiful view. You can see a vast expanse of green rice fields, terraced rice fields, and cliffs. You can also see other attractions along the way, such as Mount Lanang, Kiskendo Cave, and Seplawan Cave.
After arriving at this tourist area, you have to walk to reach Kedung Pedut Waterfall. The road to the waterfall is quite gentle, but still not recommended for pregnant women. If you bring children with you, you should also watch their steps to avoid falling.
Ticket Price and Facilities at Kedung Pedut Waterfall
The ticket price to enter the Kedung Pedut Waterfall tourist area is quite affordable. You only need to pay an entrance ticket of IDR 11,000 per person.
In addition to paying the entrance ticket, you also have to pay for vehicle parking. For those of you who bring a car, the parking fee you have to pay is IDR 5,000. As for motorcycles, the parking rate is IDR 3,000.
The facilities at Kedung Pedut Waterfall tour are also quite complete. The following are the facilities in this waterfall tourist area.
- Photo spot
- Parking area
- Food stalls
- Buoy rental
- Locker rental
- Mosque
- Gazebo
- Bathroom
- Good road access
- Outbound facilities
For those of you who want to rent a buoy or locker there are additional costs that you have to pay. The price for renting a buoy is IDR 10,000 and for renting a locker is IDR 5,000.
Other Waterfall Tourism Alternatives
If you are not satisfied enjoying the natural beauty in this area, there are still other alternative tours that you can visit. Not far from Kedung Pedut Waterfall, there are several places you can visit. Here are some examples.
- Kembang Soka Waterfall
- Mudal River Ecotourism
- Puntuk Gondang
- Kedung Banteng Nature Tourism
- Sebantung Hill
- Elephant Mountain Cliff Tour
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Tips for Visiting Kedung Pedut Waterfall
How about it? Are you interested in visiting Kedung Pedut Waterfall? Before visiting this tourist spot, check out the following tips.
- Come on weekdays, because the tourist area will be crowded on weekends.
- For those of you who want to breathe fresh air, try to leave around 7am, don’t leave when it’s already noon.
- Bring a change of clothes if you plan to swim or play in the water.
- Use comfortable clothes and footwear, because the location of the waterfall is a little steep. Avoid wearing heels.
- Prepare cash to pay for entrance tickets, parking, buoy rental, locker rental, and camping ground rental.
For those of you who want to visit in the rainy season, you should be even more careful because the road to Kedung Pedut Waterfall will be quite slippery. We recommend that you use comfortable footwear and do not slip easily.
You also don’t need to worry about the bridge made of bamboo. The bamboo bridge has been ensured to be safe and there are some residents who are in charge of monitoring the condition of the bamboo bridge.
Closing
That’s a little information about Kedung Pedut Waterfall. Camping with a side view of waterfall in Kedung Pedut can be a fun vacation for you with family or friends.
Let’s make a plan for your vacation at Kedung Pedut Waterfall. Don’t forget, follow some of the tips above so that your vacation runs well and pleasantly.
For those of you who are looking for a Jogja tour agent, you can visit Yogyakarta Tour. With various facilities available, Yogyakarta Tour is ready to accompany you to explore the culture, history, and natural beauty of the city of Jogja.
