About Cunca Wulang Canyon
Cunca Wulang Canyon is a forested canyon and waterfall system in Mbeliling, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, about 30 km east of Labuan Bajo on Flores Island. It is notable for its narrow gorge with high rock walls, a multi-tiered waterfall and clear turquoise pools. Accessed by a forest trek, it is a popular day-trip natural attraction for swimming, cliff jumping and photography.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a 30-45 minute trek through tropical forest and along a river to reach a narrow canyon with steep rock walls up to 100 meters high. Inside the canyon is a waterfall cascading into deep, clear pools suitable for swimming. The setting is natural and undeveloped, with rocky trails, river crossings and forested surroundings. Areas to explore include the main waterfall, upper and lower pools, and viewpoints along the canyon rim with a local guide.
Key highlights
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Narrow canyon with towering rock walls
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Multi-tiered waterfall flowing into turquoise pools
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Natural swimming pools for swimming and cliff jumping
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Scenic forest trek to the canyon through Mbeliling countryside
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Photogenic gorge and jungle landscape