Top 6 Cebu Waterfalls You Shouldn’t Miss in 2022 – The Ultimate Guide

Top 6 Cebu Waterfalls You Shouldn’t Miss in 2022 – The Ultimate Guide

An up-to-date travel guide with the 6 best waterfalls on Cebu Island, Philippines.

Did you know that there are over 1000 waterfalls in Cebu? Cebu Island is one of the most popular places in the Philippines. It really has it all, epic jungle hikes, fantastic snorkeling and diving and of course lots of epic blue water jungle waterfalls.

Although I didn't visit all 1000 Cebu waterfalls, I did visit a few. Here is my roundup of my favorite waterfalls in Cebu.

Featured in: Cebu Island Travel Guide

Cebu Waterfalls Guide – Things to know

The following list of the best Cebu waterfalls will give you insight when planning your adventures. Below each waterfall on this list I also have links to individual posts that provide details on how to get to each waterfall with more photos.

Before we dive into this epic list of the 6 best waterfalls in Cebu, here are a few things you should know.

• Die meisten Wasserfälle sind ziemlich weit von Cebu City entfernt – stattdessen blieb ich im nahe gelegenen Moalboal, um näher am Geschehen zu sein.
• Mieten Sie ein Motorrad, um auf eigene Faust zu erkunden – Das Mieten eines eigenen Motorrads ist bei weitem der beste Weg, um die Wasserfälle von Cebu zu sehen. Dies ist recht günstig und sollte Sie nur etwa 300-400 Pesos pro Tag kosten.
• Entlassen Sie die Guides nicht so schnell – Zahlen Sie einem einheimischen Kind ein paar Dollar, um Sie zu einigen geheimen Cebu-Wasserfällen zu bringen oder Ihnen die besten Klippensprünge zu zeigen, ist das eine Win-Win-Situation für alle.
• Machen Sie Canyoning auf Cebu – Eines der besten Cebu-Wasserfallabenteuer, das Sie erleben können, ist die Canyoning-Tour über den Kawasan Falls. Dies war meine Lieblingsaktivität, die ich auf der Insel gebucht habe, und ich würde es jedem empfehlen.
• Abenteuerversicherung kaufen – Cebu ist ein Abenteuerspielplatz. Ich schwöre auf die World Nomads-Versicherung für meine Reiseversicherung, weil sie Dinge wie Motorräder, Klippenspringen und Wandern abdeckt und normalerweise billiger ist als einige der regulären Optionen.
• Gib etwas zurück – der Besuch der meisten dieser Wasserfälle auf Cebu ist wirklich günstig, wenn nicht sogar kostenlos. Eine gute Möglichkeit, die lokale Wirtschaft zu unterstützen und etwas zurückzugeben, ist der Kauf von Snacks, Speisen oder Getränken in den kleineren Dörfern in der Nähe der Wasserfälle.
• Nimm deinen Müll – Das versteht sich von selbst. Wenn Sie es jedoch intensivieren möchten, heben Sie mindestens 3 Müllstücke auf, wenn Sie welche sehen, und nehmen Sie sie mit.

Tip: If you're short on time, you can book a highly-rated tour that visits three of Cebu's best waterfalls in a single day.
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1. Kawasan Falls

Of course, no list of waterfalls in Cebu is complete without the famous Kawasan Falls.

This is the poster child for Cebu tourism, and it's easy to see why. A waterfall over 10 meters high that flows directly into a deep, aqua blue swimming hole surrounded by tall limestone cliffs with jungle vines on each side.

This made the list because it is a truly amazing waterfall. However, it is definitely not as quiet and remote as some of the other waterfalls in this guide.

That's why I created a full blog post about the upper levels of Kawasan Falls (below). Typically, people who visit Kawasan Falls take the trip to the main waterfall or see the rest on their canyoneering trips. However, it is possible to explore most of the upper levels without a guide. In saying that, you won't be able to traverse some of the upper canyons, which makes the canyoning experience so worthwhile.

If you plan to visit just the main waterfall, definitely go early! We arrived at dawn and had the whole place to ourselves for an hour in high season!

Read more: Complete Guide to Kawasan Falls (Plus the Upper Levels)

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2. Aguinide cases

Another epic, five-tiered group of Cebu waterfalls that you shouldn't miss is the Aguinid Falls.

Aguinid Falls is located about 1.5 hours from Moalboal in Samboan Municipality. This is south of Ginatilan where you can find a few more epic Cebu waterfalls.
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A guide is required to visit Auginid Falls. However, it is definitely worth it. There are several levels with deep jungle swimming holes and some small cliff jumps.

Aguinid Falls is great for a full day adventure. You'll have to use ropes to climb to the higher levels, tread through waist-deep water, and explore the deep Cebu canyons.

The upper waterfall is a calcium-infused limestone centerpiece that is one of the most unique Cebu waterfalls.

Read more: Exploring Aguinid Falls (Guide)
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3. Inambakan Falls

If you are looking for one of the best and most underrated waterfalls in Cebu, you cannot miss Inambakan Falls.

Inambakan Falls is an incredible five-tiered waterfall. The lower level is a 10-meter-high waterfall that flows into a deep, blue swimming hole that rivals Kawasan, but without the crowds.
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Inambakan Falls is located in Ginatilan township, just an hour's drive from Moalboal. You don't need a guide to enjoy this waterfall, but if you visit, I would recommend tipping a local to show you the upper levels.

There are some small jumping spots, incredible swimming pools and unique jungle landscapes that are definitely not to be missed.

Read more: Exploring Inambakan Falls in Ginatilan
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4. Montpellier Falls

If you're looking for an adventure off the beaten path with a tall, majestic waterfall that looks like it's straight out of The Jungle Book, then you need to check out Montpellier Falls.

Montpellier Falls is probably one of the most underrated waterfalls in Cebu. It seems that most people in Cebu skip it for the popular Tumalog or Kawasan Falls. However, the Montpellier Falls are definitely worth a trip.

This waterfall is located in the municipality of Alegria, just 25 minutes from the main coastal road. It takes about an hour to get here if you are coming from Moalboal.

Montpellier Waterfall is a large, single waterfall that flows gently directly onto a large boulder that sits in a deep, blue swimming hole.

If the waterfall itself isn't enticing enough, the drive there will definitely convince you. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy incredible views over the coast and glimpse Cebu's dense jungle interior

This is a great place to escape the crowds and enjoy an epic Cebu waterfall all to yourself.

Read more: Visiting the Montpellier Falls in Alegria

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5. Cambais Falls

One of my favorite waterfalls in Cebu is Cambais Falls. Similar to Montpellier, Cambais is also located in Alegria. If you want to hit two waterfalls in one day, I would suggest going to Cambais first and then ending in Montpellier.

To get here it takes about an hour from Moalboal. You can reach this waterfall either by motorbike, tricycle taxi or car. There is a small unmarked parking lot with a short 15 minute walk to reach Cambais Falls.

Once you reach the falls you will see that there are two main levels. The first has two waterfalls, both of which flow into a deep pool.
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The second, upper level has another waterfall and swimming hole and requires a short rope climb and walk to reach.

Like some of the other Cebu waterfalls, Cambais Falls offers opportunities for cliff jumping. The tallest of them is over 10 meters. If you want to jump, check out the full guide linked above.

Read more: Cambais Falls Guide

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6. Tumalog Falls

Last on the list of best waterfalls in Cebu is Tumalog Falls. Tumalog Falls is located in South Cebu, very close to the whale shark operations in Oslob.

The best time to visit this waterfall is early as it can get very crowded with people doing Cebu waterfall tours after swimming with whale sharks.

It takes approximately 20 minutes by motorbike or tricycle taxi to reach Tumalog Falls from Oslob. There is also a steep and scenic walk from the upper parking lot before reaching the main waterfall.

Tumalog Falls is a single waterfall that cascades down a large, sheer wall. This waterfall is more of a gentle river than a raging waterfall like many others in Cebu. Below there is a large natural pool for swimming. However, it's not too deep, so don't expect any cliff jumping.

However, it is still a great place to swim, relax and definitely worth a visit when you are in Cebu if not just for its easy access.

Read more: Tumalog Falls Guide

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Best time to visit these epic Cebu waterfalls

The best time to visit any of the Cebu waterfalls depends on the typhoon season. There are two main seasons in Cebu; Dry and rainy seasons.

Cebu Dry Season – December – JuneCebu Rainy Season – June – December

The best time for waterfall hunting is during the shoulder season between late December and early June. This will have decent water flow while avoiding the growing hordes of crowds.

However, many of the waterfalls below are not too crowded. The most popular are Kawasan and Tumalog, where you will definitely see a lot of tourists. You might find that you could have some of the other, less visited waterfalls all to yourself, even in peak season!

Where to Stay in Cebu to Chase Waterfalls

You have many options to choose from when planning where to stay on Cebu Island.

Read: Cebu Accommodation Guide

In my opinion, Moalboal is the best place to base yourself as it is close to the best activities and epic attractions you want to add to your Cebu itinerary. However, if you plan to tour the island, I would also recommend staying here:

• Cebu City/Mactan
• Oslob
• Malapascua
• Sumilon-Insel

Best Luxury Resort in Southern Cebu: Ancelle Cristo Re

• Erstaunliches kostenloses Frühstück
• Privatstrand mit tollem Schnorcheln (Meeresschildkröten)
• Der Erlös kommt der Unterstützung des örtlichen Waisenhauses zugute
• Geleitet von drei erstaunlichen Schwestern
• 10 Gehminuten vom Panagsama-Strand entfernt
• Geräumige Villen

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Best resort in Mactan/Cebu City: Bai Hotel

• Große Zimmer
• Täglich Frühstücksbuffet
• In der Nähe des internationalen Flughafens
• Autovermietung vor Ort
• Luxus-Atmosphäre mit Pool auf dem Dach

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Backpacker hostel with atmosphere in Moalboal: Chief Mau

• Tolle Backpacker-Atmosphäre
• Freundliches Personal
• Bar vor Ort
• Saubere, geräumige Zimmer
• Große Zimmer mit Dusche in jedem

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Sustainable accommodation in Malapascua: Villa Sandra

• Hergestellt aus nachhaltigen und recycelten Materialien, einschließlich Plastikflaschen
• Baumhaus-Atmosphäre
• Tolles Restaurant mit tollen Gerichten
• Tolle Atmosphäre
• Tauchen mit Fuchshaien und Inselhopping-Aktivitäten vor Ort

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Stay on Sumilon Island: Sumilon Bluewater

• Übernachten Sie auf der Privatinsel Sumilon
• Erstaunliches Schnorcheln und Schwimmen in kristallklarem Wasser
• Winzige abgelegene Insel
• Wasserausrüstung mieten
• Kostenlose Bootstransfers

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More Philippines travel guides and adventures

I hope you enjoyed this guide to visiting the 6 best Cebu waterfalls! While you're here, be sure to check out some of my other articles about the island and the rest of the Philippines.

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