Kawa Falls
Cebu City, Cebu · Central Visayas
- Swimming
- Day trip
- Hiking
A horseshoe-shaped cascade pouring into a natural rock basin in the hills above Pardo.
Kawa Falls takes its name from the Cebuano word for a large pan, a fitting description of the rounded rock basin the water has carved out. The cascade sits in Barangay Toong, a mountain barangay above Pardo, and is reached on a riverside trail over boulders. Locals say the pool formed from an old sinkhole, and its deep, cold water is a favourite spot for a quick escape from the city.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 8 mestimate
- Type
- HorsetailWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ModerateHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNo formal gate or fee. A tip for a local guide is expected.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- Year-round; strongest from July to December
- Barangay
- Toong
- Coordinates
- 10.3132, 123.8254
How to get to Kawa Falls
From Jollibee Labangon in Cebu City, ride a habal-habal to Barangay Toong (about 15 minutes), then follow the river trail for 45 to 60 minutes to the falls.
Facilities on site
- Restrooms
- Cottages
- Guide on request
Accessibility & fitness
A 45 to 60 minute river walk over boulders; not difficult, but longer than it looks.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kawa Falls located?
Kawa Falls is in Cebu City, Cebu, within Central Visayas. Its coordinates are 10.3132, 123.8254.
How do I get to Kawa Falls?
From Jollibee Labangon in Cebu City, ride a habal-habal to Barangay Toong (about 15 minutes), then follow the river trail for 45 to 60 minutes to the falls.
How much is the entrance fee at Kawa Falls?
Kawa Falls has no entrance fee. No formal gate or fee. A tip for a local guide is expected. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Kawa Falls?
Kawa Falls is rated moderate on our scale. A 45 to 60 minute river walk over boulders; not difficult, but longer than it looks. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Kawa Falls?
We describe Kawa Falls as a horsetail waterfall. Water slides down the rock face while fanning outward, so the fall keeps contact with the cliff and resembles a horse's tail. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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