About Air Terjun Telun Berasap
Air Terjun Telun Berasap is a waterfall located in Desa Telun Berasap, Kecamatan Gunung Raya, Kabupaten Kerinci, Jambi Province, Sumatra, Indonesia. Situated on the edge of Kerinci Seblat National Park near Lake Kerinci, it is known for its approximately 50-meter drop and mist that resembles smoke, which gives the waterfall its name. Surrounded by tropical forest, it is a notable natural attraction in the Kerinci highlands accessible via a short trek.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested highland setting within the Kerinci Seblat National Park buffer zone. The waterfall drops about 50 meters over a rocky cliff into a pool below, creating a smoke-like mist. Access involves a short trek on forest trails and steps from the parking area. The site offers viewpoints for sightseeing and photography, surrounded by dense tropical vegetation and the sounds of flowing water.
Key highlights
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Approximately 50-meter high waterfall with mist resembling smoke
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Located on the edge of Kerinci Seblat National Park
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Surrounded by tropical rainforest near Danau Kerinci
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Viewpoints for photography of the cascade and pool
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Short forest trek to reach the waterfall base
Culture & Context
The name Telun Berasap means smoking waterfall in local language, referring to the mist that rises like smoke from the falling water, a characteristic feature recognized by local communities
Route
| By air | Fly to Sultan Thaha Airport in Jambi or Minangkabau International Airport in Padang, then continue by road to Kerinci |
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| By road | Accessible by road from Sungai Penuh city center, approximately 15-20 km to Desa Telun Berasap in Gunung Raya, followed by a short trek to the waterfall |