Attraction

Kawa Falls

Guide to Kawa Falls in Cebu, Philippines.

Type: waterfallEntrance fee: FreeHours: Open dailyBest time: Morning or Late Afternoon

Kawa Falls sits within Cebu’s central mountain spine, the same upland belt that hosts Metro Cebu’s main water catchment areas — the reason nearby infrastructure like Lusaran Dam exists in the first place. The falls cut into a deep basin, with enough drop and volume to draw hikers looking for something more dramatic than the area’s smaller pools, in terrain where farming still supports most upland households.

  • The plunge pool runs deep enough for swimming, with cold, clear water even during the dry season.
  • Rock ledges around the base offer spots for cliff jumping and photography, though footing gets slick near the water.
  • Waterproof gear is worth packing — spray from the falls reaches well past the edge of the pool.

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