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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Casaroro Falls

Valencia, Negros Oriental, Philippines

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 36 2026

No. 1 in the Philippines

Casaroro Falls

A single drop of about 100 feet falls over a cliff into a jungle river gorge in the mountains of Valencia. Visitors drive up from Dumaguete, park, then walk down concrete steps to the river.

Highlights

  • 100-foot single drop
  • Cold pool below the falls
  • Steep steps into the jungle

Good to know

  • About 300 steps down, then three river crossings
  • Mandatory guide, about ₱250 per group
  • Wet feet, so bring water shoes

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