Indonesia is very famous for its diverse natural landscapes and has the potential to advance our world of tourism. Like the Anai Valley Waterfall in West Sumatra, which is unique and able to attract many tourists.
This Indonesian tourist spot that must be visited is unique because it is close to the railroad track and there are already cafe, restaurant and resort facilities in the vicinity. Curious as to what the beauty is? Check out the following information.
Overview of Anai Valley Waterfall Tourism
Anai Valley Waterfall is a very famous natural waterfall tourist attraction in Tanah Datar Regency, West Sumatra. The location of this waterfall, geographically, is between the cities of Padang and Bukittinggi.
This tourist spot in West Sumatra is part of the Lembah Anai Nature Reserve area which has existed since 1992. The nature reserve is at the foot of Mount Singgalang which is between the Bukit Barisan plateau.
But there is one thing that always steals the attention of tourists who come here. Yes, near the waterfall, there is a railroad crossing from the Dutch colonial era.
The railroad crossing is built to stretch over a flyover where underneath there are two highway lanes. When viewed from above, especially when the train is passing, viewits very beautiful.
Location of Anai Valley Waterfall
The location of the Anai Valley Waterfall is located in Singgalang, Ten Koto District, Tanah Datar Regency, West Sumatra. The exact place is located at the Padang-Bukittinggi Highway Intersection.
The distance from the two cities is not far. This place is about 29 KM from the City of Bukittinggi and about 70 KM from the City of Padang.
If you come from Minangkabau Padang Airport, you will need about 1.5 hours to reach this place. The route that you will take is via Jalan Lintas Barat Sumatra. Look Google Maps for more details.
From the airport, you can use the airport car rental service offered by Salsa Wisata. In addition to these services, there are various other vehicle rental services. Call it one of them is Hiace Luxury Padang rental.
Termite Valley Waterfall Opening Hours
There are no provisions for the operating hours of this natural waterfall attraction. This waterfall is open every day, including national holidays. The opening hours of Bukittinggi Anai Valley Waterfall are 24 hours a day.
However, for tourism support facilities such as cafes, etc., there are limits on operating hours. Although they are not the same, on average cafes or other facilities only start operating from 06.00 to 17.00 WIB.
Meanwhile, for recommendations for the best time to visit, it’s best to come after the rainy season, aka the transition period from the rainy season to the dry season. The reason is, during the rainy season, the water discharge will be large and the waterfall tends to be cloudy.
Conversely, during the dry season, the water discharge will be small, so it is not as beautiful to look at as most of the newest waterfall tours in Jogja.
Entrance Ticket Price of Lembah Anai Waterfall
Luckily, traveling to this waterfall tourist attraction does not require expensive fees. Because, the price of admission to Anai Valley Waterfall is relatively affordable.
Prices for adult and child visitors are distinguished. In addition to the entrance fee for tourist attractions, there is also a vehicle storage fee for visitors who bring a vehicle.
Visitors who want culinary specialties from West Sumatra which are famous near tourist sites, must also be prepared budget extra. The following is information on entrance ticket prices, parking fees, and updated culinary menu price ranges:
Anai Valley Waterfall Tourist Attraction
There are many interesting activities that you can do when you visit this waterfall tour. As some of the activities that we will discuss below:
Take a photo at Spot Featured Photo
If you come to a tourist spot with stunning beauty like this, it’s incomplete if you don’t capture it via camera shots. In this one tourist spot, there are many spot nice photos.
Definite, spot the main photo is of a tall and dashing waterfall. Spot Another photo is a natural pool under the waterfall. The water in this pool is always clean and clear.
Then spot photos that are no less aesthetic and instagenic are spot railroad crossing complete with view waterfalls and stretches of highways. All three are the right combination of elements to produce the perfect photo.
Finding Out The Origin Of Waterfalls
Maybe many are very curious about the origin of this waterfall. The origin or history of Lembah Anai Waterfall is not far from the mythical stories circulating in society.
Reportedly, the flow of this waterfall comes from Telaga Dewi. According to local beliefs, the lake is a bathing place for goddesses, not princesses like the Umbul Magelang Temple site.
Because of this, a myth appears that whoever washes his face in this waterfall will become eternally young. Not only that, anyone who bathes in the waterfall pool, it is said that their illness will be cured.
Trekking Towards Proklamator Waterfall
Besides swimming and enjoying the waterfall, you can also try to trekking to Proklamator Waterfall. This waterfall is located right above the flow of this waterfall.
Proklamator Waterfall itself is located in the forest. The conditions are still very natural and the bottom of the waterfall pool looks clear blue.
The tourists who want to come to this place must travel trekking for approximately 30 minutes. Track trekkingitself is opposite the famous Padang culinary tourist location, Mangguang Restaurant.
Car Lane in Termite Valley
If you are tired of waterfall tours, you can also see the railroad tracks left by the Dutch in this tourist area. This railroad line is no longer operational.
The railway line in Anai Valley was once a connecting line for the Teluk Bayur Port area in Padang to Sawahlunto. The route is Anai Valley, Padang Panjang, the shores of Lake Singkarak, to Sawahlunto.
Not only that, in this area you can also find a bridge for railroad crossings. This bridge is a 50 meter long steel plate bridge which is very high.
Uniquely, this bridge crosses the Anai Valley forest area. At the bottom of the bridge, you can see the Batang Anai River.
Culinary tour
Once satisfied touring around in all spot In this tourist area, visitors can fill their stomachs at a number of nearby eating places. The menu that you will find is very diverse. The price is quite affordable.
But still, the main menu is Sate Padang and Nasi Kapau. In addition to the main food menus, the same place also sells various kinds of snacks.
Examples are durian sticky rice, Sanjai Balado chips, and many other snacks. Please buy them as delicious Padang souvenirs for relatives at home.
Facilities at the Anai Valley Waterfall Tour
Talking about the facilities, this waterfall tourist attraction has adequate supporting facilities for its visitors. There are already available facilities such as:
- vehicle parking area
- souvenir stalls and souvenirs
- restaurant
- resort or accommodation
- cafe
- public toilet
- prayer room
Who is immediately interested in feeling the freshness of the air around this waterfall? Or maybe you are interested in taking pictures with the backdrop of the waterfall plus the phenomenal railroad track?
Schedule starting now. Booking Tour packages at Salsa Wisata in advance so you don’t have to bother preparing your holiday needs on this Padang Anai Valley Waterfall tour.
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