Malabsay Falls
Naga City, Camarines Sur · Bicol Region
Also known as Panicuason Falls.
- Swimming
- Family-friendly
- Trekking
- Day trip
A 40 ft falls and cold plunge pool on the lower slopes of Mount Isarog in Naga City.
Malabsay Falls drops about 12 m into a wide, cold basin inside the Mount Isarog Natural Park. A concrete stairway and forest path lead from the Panicuason jump-off, past smaller cascades, to the main pool. It is a favourite local swim and the first stop on the Mount Isarog trek.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 12 mAbout 40 ft (12 m).
- Type
- PlungeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- EasyHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱10 for locals, ₱50 for foreignersPark entrance fee at the Mt Isarog protected area. A guide is not required for the falls.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- Year-round; avoid the heaviest rain because the trail gets slippery
- Barangay
- Panicuason
- Coordinates
- 13.6619, 123.3360
How to get to Malabsay Falls
From Naga City, take a jeepney to Panicuason and get off at the Mount Isarog Natural Park station. Obtain a permit at the City ENRO, register at the jump-off, then walk or take a habal-habal about 30 minutes to the falls.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Registration desk
- Restrooms
- Changing rooms
- Cottages
- Food stalls
Accessibility & fitness
About 400 steps and a forest path; the on-foot approach from Panicuason is often closer to an hour. Swimming is in a natural rock basin.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Malabsay Falls located?
Malabsay Falls is in Naga City, Camarines Sur, within Bicol Region. Its coordinates are 13.6619, 123.3360.
How do I get to Malabsay Falls?
From Naga City, take a jeepney to Panicuason and get off at the Mount Isarog Natural Park station. Obtain a permit at the City ENRO, register at the jump-off, then walk or take a habal-habal about 30 minutes to the falls.
How much is the entrance fee at Malabsay Falls?
The entrance fee at Malabsay Falls is ₱10 for locals, ₱50 for foreigners. Park entrance fee at the Mt Isarog protected area. A guide is not required for the falls. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Malabsay Falls?
Malabsay Falls is rated easy on our scale. About 400 steps and a forest path; the on-foot approach from Panicuason is often closer to an hour. Swimming is in a natural rock basin. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Malabsay Falls?
We describe Malabsay Falls as a plunge waterfall. Water drops almost vertically from a ledge, with little contact between the falling water and the rock. These are the classic free-falling falls, often ending in a deep pool. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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