The Charm of Madakaripura Waterfall, Here is the Best Route!

Vacationing in East Java is indeed the most enjoyable, especially for lovers of natural tourist destinations. Because in East Java, you have several enchanting natural tourist destinations. In addition to Mount Bromo, there are must-visit tourist destinations when in East Java. One of them is Madakaripura Waterfall. This waterfall has many captivating attractions. The complete charm is as follows.

The Charm of Madakaripura Waterfall

There are several charms that Madakaripura Waterfall possesses, making it a must-visit for tourists. The complete charm is as follows.

1. Its History

The history behind the name “Madakaripura” is one of the charms of Madakaripura Waterfall that attracts many visitors. The name Madakaripura is derived from three fragments of words in Sanskrit, namely “Mada” which means Gadjah Mada, then “Kari” which means heritage, and “Pura” which means place of worship. It is said that this waterfall was the meditation place of Patih Gajah Mada from the Majapahit Kingdom before achieving moksha.

2. The Panorama Offered

The next charm can be seen from the panorama offered by Madakaripura Waterfall. As is known, this waterfall has several strong attractions as follows.

The waterfall looks like a curtain when flowing from the top of a high cliff.
It has a height of about 20 meters, making it the highest waterfall in East Java, and the second highest on the island of Java.
The waterfall has a blue color.
The lush forest scenery around the waterfall.

This stunning natural panorama is often captured by visitors as one of the best spots for social media content.

3. Complete Facilities

The complete facilities also make Madakaripura Waterfall even more enchanting in the hearts of visitors. Here, visitors can bathe in the waterfall, engage in trekking activities, and enjoy culinary tourism. The public facilities are also quite complete; visitors can use the prayer room to rest or worship, and they can take advantage of the gazebo for photos or to rest for a while.

The Best Route to Madakaripura Waterfall

To reach Madakaripura Waterfall, you need to know the best route so that your journey goes smoothly to the destination. Here is the route you can use.

1. Route Using Public Transportation

The complete route is as follows.

You can take a bus to Probolinggo Terminal.
Next, when you arrive in Probolinggo Regency, you can take public transportation heading to Lumbang-Bromo.
After arriving in Lumbang District, you need to take public transportation to Bromo. Additionally, you can also use motorcycle taxi services to reach the waterfall location.

2. Route Using Private Vehicle

The complete route is as follows.

Take the Probolinggo - Bromo route to the Tongas area.
After arriving in Tongas, continue your journey until you reach the Sukapura intersection.
After reaching the intersection, turn right towards Lumbang District. The time you need is about half an hour.
After arriving in Lumbang District, continue your journey until you reach Lumbang Market.
Next, choose the right direction.
If there is a turn, turn towards it until you find the tourist sign leading to Madakaripura.

If you are traveling to Madakaripura Waterfall using a private vehicle, it is advisable to service your vehicle at an official Daihatsu workshop before your trip so that any problematic or replaceable components can be properly addressed.

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The Charm of Madakaripura Waterfall, Here is the Best Route!