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Dak Nong Waterfall

Dak Nong Province, Dak Nong 602m⚡ Moderate
Best Time
November to February
Difficulty
Moderate
Safety
★★★★☆
Solo Friendly
Family

About Dak Nong Waterfall

Dak Nong Waterfall is a scenic natural cascade located in the remote highlands of Dak Nong Province in Vietnam's Central Highlands region. The waterfall flows through lush tropical forest and is part of the pristine Dak Nong landscape, offering visitors an opportunity to experience untouched nature and indigenous hill tribe culture.

💡Why Visit?

This offbeat waterfall provides an authentic escape into Vietnam's less-visited highlands with stunning jungle scenery and minimal tourist crowds. The region offers a genuine glimpse into minority ethnic communities and their traditional ways of life.

Best For
adventurernature loverphotographercultural enthusiastsolo travellercouple
Languages
VietnameseKoho (Cua Rvea)
#jungle-waterfall#highland-landscape#ethnic-culture#remote-nature#tropical-forest
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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionDak Nong
CountryVietnam
Altitude602m
DifficultyModerate
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget Stay₫250,000*/night
Budget Food₫120,000*/day
PermitNot Required
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💎 Hidden Gems Nearby

18 km
Thac Vo Waterfall

A pristine secondary waterfall in the same region with fewer visitors, surrounded by untouched jungle and accessible via forest trails.

25 km
Dak R Lieang Lake

A serene highland lake surrounded by pine and bamboo forest, popular with local fishermen and ideal for peaceful nature walks.

40 km
Gia Long Pass

A historic mountain pass offering panoramic views of the Dak Nong highlands and insight into Vietnam's colonial history.

Activities

Waterfall trekking and swimming

guide + transport included

Time

Half day

Cost

₫200k*–₫400k*

Effort

Moderate

Jungle nature walk with local guide

guide fee for 2-4 people

Time

Half day

Cost

₫250k*–₫500k*

Effort

Easy

Visit ethnic minority villages

guide + cultural interaction fee

Time

Half day

Cost

₫300k*–₫600k*

Effort

Easy

Bird watching and wildlife spotting

expert guide + binoculars

Time

Full day

Cost

₫500k*–₫900k*

Effort

Moderate

Photography expedition

guide specializing in landscape photography

Time

Full day

Cost

₫400k*–₫800k*

Effort

Moderate

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Jun · Rain

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 29°C annually. Avoid travel in Jul, Sep due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌧️Rain
🌡️
Temperature21° – 28°C
💧
Rainfall256mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Jul, Sep due to extreme conditions.

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Buon Ma Thuot Airport
110 km · 3 hours by road
Nearest Railway Station
Trai Mat Railway Station
140 km · 4 hours by road
Nearest Bus Stand
Dak Nong Town Bus Station
35 km · 1.5 hours by road

From Dak Nong Town, take provincial highways heading northeast towards the highland communes. The route passes through rural villages and requires a combination of sealed roads and unpaved tracks, best navigated with a local guide or hired vehicle.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
₫800,000* – ₫1,200,000*/day
Local Bus
Limited local bus service; most connections run from Dak Nong Town to surrounding communes, though services are infrequent.
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Budget
₫250,000*/night
  • Local guesthouse
  • Village homestay with ethnic family
🏨 Mid-range
₫700,000*/night
  • Mid-range hotel in Dak Nong Town
  • Eco-resort lodge
✨ Luxury
₫2,000,000*/night
  • Luxury eco-lodge
  • Premium resort with highland views
⛺ Camping available · ₫150,000*/night

Local Cuisine

⭐ Grilled sticky rice with grilled fishlocal
⭐ Hill tribe vegetable souplocal
⭐ Bamboo shoot saladlocal
Wild boar stewlocal
Pho with local herbsstreet

Travel Tips

  • Hire a local guide for safety and to learn about ethnic communities.
  • Best to visit during dry season for safer trail conditions.
  • Bring waterproof bag to protect electronics during waterfall visits.
  • Learn basic Vietnamese phrases; English is rarely spoken here.
  • Book transport night before as options are limited in this region.
Things to carry
Waterproof backpackSturdy trekking boots with good gripInsect repellent and sunscreenLight rain jacketPortable water bottle and electrolyte tabletsBasic first aid kitTorch or headlamp