Crystal pools
Three tiers, deep enough to swim. Spring water stays clear and cool even in dry season.
Moyo Island · Sumbawa
Mata Jitu — Moyo’s three-tier jungle waterfall.
Crystal spring water, three swimmable pools and a 90-minute jungle trek from the ranger station. Half-day from any Moyo stay.
See the 7-day private tour- Total drop across 3 tiers
- 50m
- One-way trek from ranger station
- 90min
- Swimmable pools, year-round flow
- 3
- From Moyo hotel and back
- ½day
In short
Mata Jitu is Moyo’s most photogenic waterfall — three spring-fed tiers with clear turquoise pools you can swim in, set inside a protected forest.
- Spring-fed, constant temperature
- Easy-to-moderate jungle trek
- Protected conservation area
At a glance
What makes Mata Jitu worth the trek.
Three reasons travelers put this half-day on every Moyo itinerary — then repeat it.
Jungle trek
90 minutes each way on a cleared dirt path, 150m gain. Sturdy shoes and water are enough.
Middle tier
The most photogenic cascade — wide-angle + polarizer, drone with guide approval.
Ranger managed
Local Sumbawan rangers, modest dress off-water. Tip $5-10 per group appreciated.
Best window
Arrive 9-10am for clear light. Swim 90 min, lunch at picnic area, back by early afternoon.
Pairs well
Combine with Diwu Mba’i — Moyo’s second waterfall, 30 min by boat. Day 3 of our tour does both.
The trek logistics, plainly.
Start at the Moyo ranger station. Cleared dirt path, 90 minutes one way, easy-to-moderate. Most guests manage it without special fitness.
Bring: sturdy walking shoes, water, swim attire. Underwater camera if you want swim-in shots. Guides carry dry bags for valuables.
Practical notes for visitors.
Short, so you can plan without digging through a long guide.
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When to go
May-Oct dry season is clearest. Year-round flow, but trails are driest May-Oct.
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What to wear
Cover shoulders when not swimming. Swimwear only at the pools.
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Conservation
Protected marine + forest area. No soap in pools, carry out waste, follow ranger guidance.
Part of a Moyo stay, not a day trip from Sumbawa Besar — you want the 9am light, which means sleeping on or near Moyo.
Frequently Asked Questions
See Mata Jitu on a private tour.
Half-day waterfall, next-day diving. Tell us your dates and we match the hotel tier to your style.