Worth a Journey

The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Ban Gioc Waterfall

Cao Bằng, Vietnam

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 99 2026
Ban Gioc Waterfall

Water drops in several tiers over layered rock on the Quây Sơn River at the border with China, with mountains and rice fields around the fall. The road from Cao Bằng city crosses mountain passes and takes about two hours by motorbike.

Highlights

  • Tiered cascade over layered rock
  • Boat trips to the falls
  • Stairs to a panoramic view

Good to know

  • Entry 40,000 to 45,000 VND per person
  • Spray wets everyone near the falls
  • Water runs high in the rainy season

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