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Bali is an island dotted by volcanoes. Because of that, you will also find some great hot springs here. Banjar Hot Springs is located in the north of Bali in the Singaraja area close to Banjar village. It’s a beautiful hot spring set in a lush jungle garden and is not that frequently visited by tourists because of its northern location. In this post, you can find general information about Banjar hot springs, the entrance fee, the facilities and how to get to Banjar hot springs in Bali.
Banjar Hot Springs
Banjar Hot Springs is located in Northern Bali close to the village of Banjar Bali and around 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the small tourist town of Lovina. By locals referred to as “Air Panas Banjar”, the hot springs make a great activity for a relaxed day pampering yourself with the benefits of the healing sulfurous water.
The complex is set in a beautiful tropical garden and consists of three pools. The two main pools are decorated with stone-carved Naga sculptures spewing water in the pools. These Naga’s are in Hindu mythology often associated with water and wells and are considered to be protectors of hidden treasures.
The pools are built around the Banjar hot water spring. The water has a nice temperature of 38 degrees and a sulfur content of 26 %. Because of the sulfur, the water has a slightly eggy smell but is said to be perfect for healing different sorts of ailments. The two main pools are one to two meters deep and make the perfect place for swimming and bathing. The third pool is small with three spouts giving you a natural massage.
Banjar Hot Springs is a half an hour drive from the town of Munduk in the northern highland or a 15-minute drive from the small beach hamlet of Lovina. I took a taxi to travel from Munduk to Lovina and asked my driver to make a stop on the way at Air Panas Banjar hot spring. The price for the taxi was IDR 202 000 ($ 13.50) with the stop included.
If you are staying in Lovina there are several options to get to Banjar Hot Springs. You can take a taxi or Ojek or hire a motorbike and make the drive yourself. Grab was not available in Lovina at the time of my visit. If you want to take public transport, there is a bemo going to Banjar but it drops you off at the main road from which it is a half an hour walk so you have to know if you are up for that.
Alternatively, you can book a tour to the Banjar Hot Springs.
Hot springs Banjar map
The entrance fee to Banjar Hot Springs is IDR 20 000 ($ 1.40). You can see the ticket booth when you arrive at the parking area. When you have bought your ticket you have to make your way along a path packed with souvenir shops before arriving at the thermal pools.
You can rent a locker to put away your bag and valuables. The cost for a locker is IDR 5000 ($ 0,35). The locals don’t seem to mind leaving their belongings on the benches around the pools. What you do is up to you!
There are a few changing rooms and toilets on site. The changing rooms are comfortable and you can also take a shower after bathing in pools. A toilet visit costs IDR 3000 ($ 0.20). You can find toilets near the lockers and at the ticket booth.
There is an on-site restaurant called Komala Tirta. The menu offers mainly Indonesian dishes. I haven’t tried it because I was there in the morning and already had breakfast. You can also buy water and snacks.
You can rent a private pool jacuzzi and book a massage at Banjar hot springs. The price for the jacuzzi is IDR 15 000/hour ($1). A massage will set you back IDR 75 000/hour ($5).
The sulfur in the water is said to be good for treating and curing different kinds of ailments and diseases such as:
Here are some tips when you plan to visit Banjar Hot Springs:
ENJOY!
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Megan
I love to read of destinations outside the normal tourist bubble. And hot springs are always a winner, especially when they’re set in the jungle.
Linzey
This sounds incredible. I am seriously more relaxed now just having read about this place! I am so excited to finally visit Bali and this sounds right up my alley! I love how affordable something this amazing is! Thank you so much for sharing this! -Linzey @thefamilyfuntour
Jen
Thanks for all of the tips! Especially about dressing appropriately in the hot springs. I visited a holy site in Bali and needed to rent a sarong because I was unprepared. Very helpful stuff here!
Shelley
Banjar Hot Springs looks absolutely amazing! I was fortunate enough to be able to go to the Purification Temple in Ubud, which was magical. When I return to Bali, I’ll be. heading north, so Banjar is on my list.