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Where to Trek to a Waterfall: the 15 Best Worldwide

58 treks  ·  from $10 a head

A trail with a cold pool at the end of it. These 15 run from half-day walks in Bali and Chiang Mai to full days in the hills of Laos, each priced and timed.

Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour - Walking through Munduk’s rainforest
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Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

1.Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 545 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $41Our pick

Spend 5 to 9 hours exploring North Bali with a guide such as Tia, Luhde, Kadek, or Putu. Walk through Munduk’s rainforest, cross Tamblingan Lake in a wooden canoe, visit Ulun Danu Tamblingan Temple, swim at Banyumala Twin Waterfall, and eat a traditional lunch at a family-run restaurant. Optional hotel transfers are available.

“We had a fantastic morning on this trip! Our driver, Edy, was right on time and incredibly patient while we finished our packed breakfast. He even suggested adding a visit to a nearby coffee plantation after the waterfall stop - and we’re so glad he did! We were able to sample a wide variety of locally made teas and coffees, which was an unexpected and delightful experience. Our guide for the tour was equally amazing. She spoke English confidently and had a deep knowledge of the area. She answered all our (many!) questions with enthusiasm and clarity, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. She was a pleasure to talk…”

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Khao Sok: Private Waterfalls and Wildlife Half-Day Trek - Bang Hua Raet and Wing Hin waterfalls
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Khao Sok: Private Waterfalls and Wildlife Half-Day Trek

2.Khao Sok: Private Waterfalls and Wildlife Half-Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 337 reviews · 4 hours · from $48

Spend four hours in Khao Sok National Park with a private or small-group guide who can adjust the pace and route. Guides such as Aek, June, Big Boy, Diamond, and Nicey are praised for spotting monkeys, gibbons, snakes, spiders, and insects that are easy to miss. The trek includes Bang Hua Raet and Wing Hin waterfalls, with time to swim if conditions allow.

“We had Sav as our private guide, and she showed us so many animals—she really knows her wildlife. We had a genuinely lovely and relaxed trip with her 🙂 The only thing to be aware of is that transportation to Khao Sok can be a bit tricky.”

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Selogriyo Temple and Trekking Java Rice Terraces, hidden waterfall -Nature Java - Selogriyo Temple and the pleasure of a quiet visit
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Selogriyo Temple and Trekking Java Rice Terraces, hidden waterfall -Nature Java

3.Selogriyo Temple and Trekking Java Rice Terraces, hidden waterfall -Nature Java

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · from $55Top rated

This 10-hour trip from Yogyakarta combines a gentle rice-terrace hike to ninth-century Selogriyo Temple with Kedung Kayang Waterfall near Mt. Merapi. Guides such as Arma, Didik, Sigit, and Maksi are known for friendly conversation, local insight, and helpful photos. Expect a small group of up to 10, round-trip hotel transport, and lunch at your own cost.

“The rice terraces are spectacular and peaceful with amazing views. Our driver Deny was very accommodating and carried chairs for us.”

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Ubud: Rice Terrace, Holy Water Temple & Waterfalls Trek Tour - Ceking Rice Terrace: beautiful, busy, and worth an early start
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Ubud: Rice Terrace, Holy Water Temple & Waterfalls Trek Tour

4.Ubud: Rice Terrace, Holy Water Temple & Waterfalls Trek Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 115 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $33

Spend 6 to 7 hours exploring Ceking Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple, Tibumana Waterfall, and Kanto Lampo Waterfall with an English-speaking guide and hotel transport. Guides such as Gusde, Komang Sparsa, Yuda, and Suta are praised for clear cultural explanations and excellent photos. Add a purification ritual, massage, coffee tasting, lunch, or Monkey Forest visit.

“We had an amazing trip today. Our guide was full of knowledge and we learnt so much from him. He showed us the best places and taught us about the culture and history of each place. We would highly recommend this. It was the perfect day!!! Thank you :-)”

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Trekking to Waterfall Adventure Tubing 45 mins. (Only Khao lak) - The 4x4 ride into the forest
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Trekking to Waterfall Adventure Tubing 45 mins. (Only Khao lak)

5.Trekking to Waterfall Adventure Tubing 45 mins. (Only Khao lak)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · from $88

Start at 8:30 am with a 4x4 ride into Khao Lak’s forest, then walk to Hinlad Waterfall for coffee and scenery. Guides such as Susan, Luna, Lunar, and Oil lead the jungle walk and 45-minute river-tubing run. Expect wet fun, a rope swing, moderate exertion, and changing river conditions.

“Tubing was really fun. Would definitely recommend. Luna made the tour/15 minutes trek really informative and interesting”

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Chiang Mai: 2-Days Jungle Trek, Waterfalls and Karen Village - Day one: Karen farms, jungle paths, and a waterfall lunch
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Chiang Mai: 2-Days Jungle Trek, Waterfalls and Karen Village

6.Chiang Mai: 2-Days Jungle Trek, Waterfalls and Karen Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 103 reviews · 2 days · from $96

Spend two active days hiking through Mae Win and Mae Wang, stopping at waterfalls, Karen villages and farmland. Your English-speaking guide leads a small group of up to 13, with a simple cottage stay, local meals, campfire, stargazing and time to swim. Pack light, bring warm layers, and expect long uphill walks.

“Great trip from start to finish. Met some great people from all over the world.”

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Wild Elephant Anakulam & Waterfalls Tour(munnar valley Trekking) - Letchmi tea estate and the first views
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Wild Elephant Anakulam & Waterfalls Tour(munnar valley Trekking)

7.Wild Elephant Anakulam & Waterfalls Tour(munnar valley Trekking)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · from $70

Ride a private jeep from Munnar to Letchmi tea estate, village lanes, waterfalls, a hanging bridge, Tiger Cave, and Anakulam. Your local driver-guide provides food, fruit, snacks, and water. Elephant sightings are possible, not promised, and waiting may last several hours.

“The tiger cave is not interesting. The guide is very nice. Good and healthy food provided. Very beautiful landscapes.”

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Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach - The guide can shape the whole day
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Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach

8.Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $85

Take a private, air-conditioned ride from San Salvador to Tamanique Waterfalls, where you hike steep forest paths to cool pools, then continue to El Tunco Beach. Guides including Diego, Josué, David, Gaby, and Freddy are praised for patience, local insight, and taking photos. Bring sturdy shoes, water shoes, and plenty of water.

“This was such an amazing tour! The highlight was definitely the Tamanique Waterfalls. It was so refreshing swimming after an intense hike. I went alone on this excursion, but Francis and Fredy made sure I was comfortable. Francis was such a great, friendly tour guide and I highly recommend! He was patient and didn’t ever make me rush the hike. He was very knowledgeable about fun facts about wildlife. Fredy joined us a an extra guide for the hike, but he was great as well. He took the best pics at the waterfalls! Visiting El Tunco was great as well! I recommend everyone to bring water shoes to swim because…”

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From Sapa: Waterfalls, Trekking and Tribal Villages Tour - Ban Khoan is where the real walk begins
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From Sapa: Waterfalls, Trekking and Tribal Villages Tour

9.From Sapa: Waterfalls, Trekking and Tribal Villages Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 91 reviews · from $72

Leave Sapa for Silver Waterfall, Love Waterfall, and Tram Ton Pass, then trek from Ban Khoan through rice fields, bamboo forest, and remote Hmong and Red Dzao villages. The route is about 15 kilometers and can be moderately difficult. Guides such as Lisa, Cu, Lan, Sue, and A are praised for their local stories and flexible pacing.

“The guide was amazing however the people who run this business is terrible organized. I booked one week in advance, received my confirmation and everything should been settle. I called the day before and the agency had no idea about my booking.”

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Banyumala Waterfall Trek, Bedugul and Lake Beratan Tour - The road into Bali’s central mountains
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Banyumala Waterfall Trek, Bedugul and Lake Beratan Tour

10.Banyumala Waterfall Trek, Bedugul and Lake Beratan Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 85 reviews · from $60

Spend 10 hours exploring central Bali with a private car and English-speaking guide. Trek through rainforest to Banyumala Waterfall, visit Ulun Danu Beratan, Handara Gate, Candi Kuning market, Wanagiri, and Jatiluwih. Guides such as Gede Susila, Damar, Pande, and Nyoman are praised for safe driving, local insight, flexibility, and helping with photos.

“Great trip, perfect to see a variety of attractions on one tour! Our driver and Guide DAMAR gave us not only a lot of useful tipps, information and recommendations but made our day very special with his coolness and sense of humour! Great and funny guy! This activity (and that Guide) are highly recommended. Thanks Damar!”

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Munduk: Banyu Wana and Sekumpul Waterfall Trekking Tour - Banyu Wana Amerta brings forest, spray, and a swim
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Munduk: Banyu Wana and Sekumpul Waterfall Trekking Tour

11.Munduk: Banyu Wana and Sekumpul Waterfall Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $50

This 7 to 10-hour private tour takes you from Central Bali or Munduk to rice terraces, Banyu Wana Amerta, Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan viewpoints, and Sekumpul Waterfall. English-speaking drivers such as Dedi, Andi, Popo, and Angga are praised for careful driving, local insight, and helpful photos. Lunch is optional and paid separately.

“It's a private tour with beautiful waterfalls, ricefield and fun trip with driver Dika.”

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Chiang Mai Untouched Elephant: Nature Walk & Waterfall Trek - The ride from Chiang Mai to the mahout village
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Chiang Mai Untouched Elephant: Nature Walk & Waterfall Trek

12.Chiang Mai Untouched Elephant: Nature Walk & Waterfall Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 77 reviews · 5 hours · from $51

Join Jimmy and local mahouts for a natural day with rescued elephants near Chiang Mai. Prepare food, feed and walk the elephants, then help with a river bath before eating a home-cooked meal and visiting Mae Wang Waterfall. Expect a flexible rural experience, rough transport, and outdoor activity rather than a tightly timed tour.

“Good experience , need to let clients know it will be a 2 hr drive from Chiang Mai in the back of an open air truck. Also, it was a 7 hrs experience not 4, which caused us to miss another function. Bring towels, bathing suit, change of clothes.( not listed on website “ to bring “ list. Actual experience with elephants fulfilled a dream though.”

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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip - The Marrakech pickup and the long road north
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

13.From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 75 reviews · 10 hours

This 10-hour trip takes you from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls for a guided hike, olive groves, an argan oil cooperative, a boat ride, and views of the 110-meter cascades. Guide Dakar Marwan is often assigned, with driver Abdel also praised for careful service. Lunch costs about €13 extra, and a self-guided option is available.

“Everything was amazing. Dakar Marwan tour guide was very friendly and carefull with us, we definitely recommend him !!!”

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Trekking Tour to Hidden Waterfall & Sturgeon Farm for dog-lovers - What makes the sturgeon farm worth a stop
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Trekking Tour to Hidden Waterfall & Sturgeon Farm for dog-lovers

14.Trekking Tour to Hidden Waterfall & Sturgeon Farm for dog-lovers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews

Start at Twin Beans Farm with an English or Vietnamese speaking guide and seven dogs. Walk through forest to a large sturgeon farm, then continue along a broad riverside path to a private waterfall. The roughly 5 to 6 km route takes about three hours and includes fruit, snacks, and purified water.

“Beautiful views, great food and coffee, and a wonderful staff. Easy to access Da Lat and plenty of hiking spots within walking distance.”

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Chiang Mai: Whitewater Rafting and Waterfall Trekking Tour - The 90-minute ride from Chiang Mai to Mae Taeng
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Chiang Mai: Whitewater Rafting and Waterfall Trekking Tour

15.Chiang Mai: Whitewater Rafting and Waterfall Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 10 hours · from $112

Spend 10 hours beyond Chiang Mai with guides such as Sack, Tin, Sam, and O. Trek through orchards and jungle to a 10-meter waterfall, then tackle 10 kilometers of class III and IV rapids in Mae Taeng. You get transport, safety gear, lunch, showers, towels, and time to swim.

“The day was so much fun!! We started the day with the trek and our guide, Sack (he used the reference of a potato sack to remember it haha) was so lovely and passionate about nature. He stopped many times to teach us about the plants and their purposes and even shared his childhood stories. It made the walk so much more enjoyable than just a trek to a waterfall. One there we dipped in the water and enjoyed a snack and the view. After a lovely lunch we headed for the water rafting activity. A lot of supporting staff, attention to detail and security, ensuring we were all aware…”

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