Looking for exciting family vacation recommendations? Try trekking in Sentul! Beyond its physical health benefits, walking through the beauty of the open wild introduces children directly to forest and river ecosystems.
Furthermore, Sentul's trekking spots offer relaxed routes that are safe for both children and the elderly, and the locations are easily accessible from the Greater Jakarta (Jabodetabek) area.
5 Recommended Family-Friendly Sentul Trekking Routes
1. Curug Leuwi Asih
The relaxed walking route to Curug Leuwi Asih is only about 1.5 kilometers long, making it highly suitable for children and seniors alike.
Along the journey, you will be treated to views of beautiful terraced rice fields, cross the Sangkuriang River, and pass through Cogong Grass Hill (Bukit Ilalang). Children can play safely in the water while you relax and enjoy a warm coffee at a riverside food stall.
- Location: Jl. Kp. Wangun Landeuh, Karang Tengah, Babakan Madang, Bogor Regency, West Java
- Opening Hours: Daily, 08:00–17:00 WIB
- Entrance Fee: IDR 20,000 for adults and IDR 15,000 for children (excludes vehicle parking fees)
2. Leuwi Hejo & Leuwi Lieuk
It turns out there are two Sentul trekking locations with natural views of crystal-clear, greenish waterfalls that resemble natural swimming pools: Leuwi Hejo and Leuwi Lieuk.
The distance is only 1 kilometer from the main parking area. Once you reach the destination, your whole family can swim in a natural pool flanked by massive stone cliffs.
- Location: Cibadak, Sukamakmur, Bogor Regency, West Java
- Opening Hours: Daily, 07:00–17:00 WIB
- Entrance Fee: IDR 45,000 per person
3. Curug Putri Kencana
Curug Putri Kencana offers a captivating water adventure with a relatively short travel distance, located about 19 kilometers from the Sentul City Toll Gate.
The beginner trekking route here will lead you past green rice fields, a peaceful pine forest, and a traditional bamboo bridge over the river. This waterfall is famous for its array of clear-water pools with varying depths.
- Location: Karang Tengah Village, Babakan Madang District, Bogor Regency, West Java
- Opening Hours: Daily, 07:00–17:00 WIB
- Entrance Fee: IDR 25,000 per person
4. Curug Cibingpin
You can find your next exciting adventure at Curug Cibingpin, which offers a 1.5- to 2-kilometer trekking route. During the walk, you can enjoy the beauty of Curug Cibingpin, Curug Tiga Perjaka, Curug Cisalada, and Curug Ngumpet all along a single path.
Upon reaching the final destination, a natural pool beneath a 30-meter waterfall awaits you and your family to splash around together.
- Location: Jl. Bojongkoneng, Bojong Koneng, Babakan Madang District, Bogor Regency, West Java
- Opening Hours: Daily, 07:00–17:00 WIB
- Entrance Fee: IDR 7,500–IDR 10,000 per person (independent entrance ticket), IDR 153,000–IDR 196,000 per person (package including a local guide)
5. Goa Garunggang
The trekking route toward Garunggang Cave is roughly 3 kilometers long. Upon arrival, you will be presented with views of a majestic, naturally formed ancient karst stone labyrinth that resembles the Grand Canyon in Arizona.
You can take children and teenagers inside the cave to see bats, underground streams, and stunning stalactites.
- Location: Jl. Ptp Terusan, Karang Tengah, Babakan Madang District, Bogor Regency, West Java
- Opening Hours: Daily, 08:00–17:00 WIB
- Entrance Fee: IDR 15,000 per person
Looking for a Convenient Car Rental for Trekking in Sentul?
Driving your own vehicle through traffic jams on the way to Bogor and navigating narrow, uphill roads often leaves your body sore before you even reach the starting point of the hike. Therefore, the best solution is to rely on a driver-service car rental from TRAC.
TRAC offers the most complete selection of family car rentals, regularly maintained to ensure your comfort, ranging from the Toyota Avanza and Calya to the premium Innova Zenix.
If you live in Jakarta, TRAC’s Jakarta car rental service is ready to pick you up right at your home—especially now that there’s a “Pick Up Now” feature for instant car rental and airport transfer bookings directly from the TRAC website or the TRACtoGo app.
By using a trusted transportation service, you no longer need to worry about the route or feel exhausted from driving to the Sentul trekking location. Download the TRACtoGo app on the Play Store and App Store.
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