Budlaan Falls
Cebu City, Cebu · Central Visayas
Also known as Kabang Falls, Tinisik-Uwang Falls, Kainsing Falls.
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Stream trek
- Cave
- Local favourite
A seven-level waterfall system with a cave hidden behind the main drop, the highlight of the Budlaan river.
The Budlaan river cuts a string of cascades and pools through the hills behind Talamban, and Budlaan Falls, also named Kabang Falls, is usually reached on a short river trek or along a highland trail. The main drop is a tall horsetail ribbon whose water stays in contact with the rock for most of its fall, and a shallow cave behind the falling water offers a sheltered view. Locals also call it Tinisik-Uwang Falls or Kainsing Falls, and the names are used interchangeably. The shaded gorge and cold water make it a popular weekday break from the city, but the flow dries up in the height of summer and turns muddy after heavy rain.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 15 mestimate
- Type
- TieredWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ModerateHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- Daylight hours; start before 9:00 AMHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNo formal ticket office. A barangay contribution of up to ₱50 is sometimes asked, and a guide costs about ₱200 to ₱300 per group.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- July to December; the falls can run dry in summer and muddy after storms
- Barangay
- Budlaan
- Coordinates
- 10.3868, 123.8835
How to get to Budlaan Falls
From Gaisano Grand Talamban, ride a habal-habal to Barangay Budlaan (about 20 minutes) and register near the basketball court, then follow either the river trek or the highland trail to the falls. The trek takes 30-45 minutes.
Facilities on site
- Registration on site
- Guide on request
Accessibility & fitness
A 30-45 minute trek by river or ridge trail, with boulders and wet rocks; not wheelchair accessible.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Budlaan Falls located?
Budlaan Falls is in Cebu City, Cebu, within Central Visayas. Its coordinates are 10.3868, 123.8835.
How do I get to Budlaan Falls?
From Gaisano Grand Talamban, ride a habal-habal to Barangay Budlaan (about 20 minutes) and register near the basketball court, then follow either the river trek or the highland trail to the falls. The trek takes 30-45 minutes.
How much is the entrance fee at Budlaan Falls?
Budlaan Falls has no entrance fee. No formal ticket office. A barangay contribution of up to ₱50 is sometimes asked, and a guide costs about ₱200 to ₱300 per group. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Budlaan Falls?
Budlaan Falls is rated moderate on our scale. A 30-45 minute trek by river or ridge trail, with boulders and wet rocks; not wheelchair accessible. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Budlaan Falls?
We describe Budlaan Falls as a tiered waterfall. Several distinct drops stacked one above the other, usually with a pool or ledge between levels. You can often see more than one drop from the base. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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