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Curug Luhur

Waterfall

A high jungle waterfall in West Java offering trekking and day hikes through tropical forest to reach pools and viewpoints.

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Curug Luhur essentials

Country: Indonesia
Driest months: Jul-Sep
Pay in: Rupiah (Rp)
Language: Indonesian
Emergency: 110

Curug Luhur at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Curug Luhur

Dry season recommended for safer access and clearer trails; rainy season delivers dramatic flows but tougher conditions.

Dry season (May-Sept)
May-September · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Best access and safer hiking conditions.
Wet season (Oct-Apr)
October-April · 22-32°C (72-90°F)
High flows and lush surroundings; trails can be slippery.
Shoulder months (Apr, Oct)
April, October · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Fewer visitors and pleasant weather for hiking.

Weather & Climate near Curug Luhur

Climate

Curug Luhur's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 27°C. Heavy rainfall (3323 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 56 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 20° - 25° 23° 385 mm overcast 89% 1.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.4h
February Good 20° - 26° 23° 293 mm overcast 90% 1.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.2h
March Good 20° - 26° 23° 352 mm overcast 90% 1.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Good 20° - 27° 24° 304 mm overcast 89% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.8h
May Very Good 20° - 27° 24° 241 mm partly cloudy 88% 1.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.7h
June Very Good 20° - 27° 23° 171 mm partly cloudy 87% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
July Very Good 19° - 27° 23° 143 mm partly cloudy 86% 1.7 m/s 1.9 very high 11.6h
August Very Good 19° - 27° 23° 148 mm some cloud 84% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.8h
September Very Good 19° - 27° 23° 158 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
October Good 19° - 27° 23° 319 mm partly cloudy 84% 2.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.2h
November Good 20° - 26° 23° 437 mm overcast 86% 1.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.3h
December Good 20° - 26° 23° 372 mm overcast 88% 1.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.4h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Curug Luhur

Reachable from Bandung or nearby towns by local roads; motorbike or car to the village near the falls, then a footpath leads to the waterfall. Local angkot (minibus) routes may get close depending on origin; hire a driver for the final winding roads.

Tips for Visiting Curug Luhur

  • Hire a local guide for the longer hike to the upper falls - trails can be steep and indistinct.
  • Arrive midweek if possible; the site is popular with weekend crowds.
  • Bring mosquito repellent and a small first-aid kit; the route crosses forested terrain.