Bali has a unique tourist destination in Sukawati. BejiGuwang is a hidden canyon with a mysterious small stream. This canyon is formednaturally by the flow of the river so that the shape looks attractive andexotic. It is extremely instagenic.
The journey along Beji Guwang’s Hidden Canyon is verychallenging, because the trek is relatively tough. However, the scenery thatyou find here will be very spectacular. This place is also considered sacred bythe surrounding community. Here are some facts about the Beji Guwang HiddenCanyon.
Location
Administratively, the Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon is located on Sahadewa Street, Banjar Wangbung, Guwang, Sukawati, Gianyar Regency, Bali. This place is only 14 km north of Denpasar City and 15 km from Ubud.
The road to this tourist spot is very good so you can reach it quite quickly and easily. If you come by driving a private vehicle, you have to park your vehicle in Pura Dalem and then walk to the location.
Sacred and Secret Canyon
The Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon area is still considered asacred area by the surrounding community. Near this river and velly, there isBeji Temple which have a water spring. Water from this place is consideredsacred and is often used for religious ceremonies in the surrounding temples.Therefore, the canyon area is also considered sacred even though it is nottreated like a temple.
This area is actually became popular just recently. Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon became famous after a photographer from Klungkung uploaded photos of the canyon to the internet. Because it is very exotic, many people are curious and come here to see it in person.
Since the number of tourist visits is getting higher, the local village government has decided to manage this location by building adequate tourism facilities.
Trekking
One of the activities carried out by tourists in this place is trekking along the river and the surrounding area. You will be led to explore the beauty of this canyon. If you are just coming here for the first time, you must hire the services of a guide.
The trek you are going to go through is very challenging and experienced guides are needed to take you past the obstacles and dangers that you might encounter here. With a guide service, you can also explore three canyons in Beji Guwang.
Watch out for the rain
One potential hazard that you might encounter in this placeis flooding. If the canyon is flooded, the conditions are very dangerous andall activities will be stopped. If you want to come here during the rainyseason, make sure you call management first to make sure its safety.
Prepare well
If you explore this canyon, you will pass through slipperyrocks and quite deep waters in several parts. You should wear trekking sandalsor water shoes to make sure your feet are safe. You also have to be in goodcondition because the route is very demanding. Old people and young childrenshould not take this tour because the route is just too tough for them.
Since this place is still considered sacred by thesurrounding population, you should wear polite clothes during your visit.Shorts and t-shirts are a good choice. Make sure you can protect your camerafrom water because you will definitely get wet.
Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon is a very challenging place, butit really is worth every effort you make. If you are into photography, this isone of the most exotic place you can find in Bali.