Three Waterfalls in Da Lat: Private Tour with Guide
Walk through three highland waterfalls and taste mountain coffee in Da Lat
A private tour of three waterfalls in Da Lat (Pongour, Datanla, and Elephant Falls) with an English-speaking guide, entrance tickets to all sites, and hotel pickup. The tour runs six to seven hours and includes visits to a local silk factory, cricket farm, and Linh An Tu Pagoda, plus a stop at a famous coffee shop overlooking the city. Water and guide are provided. Lunch is not.
Step-by-step itinerary
Visit three famous Dalat waterfalls
- Explore Pongour Waterfall
- Visit Elephant Waterfall
- Discover Datanla Waterfall
What’s included
- English-speaking guide throughout the day.
- entrance tickets to all three waterfalls and attractions.
- hotel pickup and return transport.
- 500ml drinking water per person.
- visits to Linh An Tu Pagoda, a silk weaving factory, and a cricket farm.
- a stop at Cafe Me Linh for coffee and views of Da Lat.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
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The experience
Pongour Waterfall opens the day with its wild highland character: a 30-meter drop surrounded by old-growth forest and the sound of birds echoing through the gorge. The water runs clear and cold, and the scale of it stops most visitors in their tracks. Your guide speaks English and walks you through the site, explaining what you're standing in front of and why this waterfall matters to the region. The tour moves at a pace that lets you absorb each place instead of rushing through a checklist.
Datanla Waterfall comes next, known for its poetic intensity and the lush green forest wrapped around it. This is where the tour opens up: you can wade into the water if you want, or sit on the rocks and watch it fall. Elephant Falls, also called Lieng Rowoa, stands 30 meters high and 40 meters wide, with vines and ancient trees creating a landscape that feels untouched. Between the three waterfalls, the guide fills in the story of the Central Highlands and what makes Da Lat's water and air different from the lowlands.
The afternoon includes stops that ground the tour in local life. You'll visit Linh An Tu Pagoda, an impressive temple overlooking Elephant Falls, then move to a silk weaving factory where you see how Vietnamese artisans separate silk from cocoons using methods that haven't changed in generations. A cricket farm introduces you to how locals raise crickets for food and medicine. The day closes at Cafe Me Linh, a famous spot in Da Lat where you sit with mountain-grown coffee and look out over the city of flowers. The bus picks you up from your hotel at 8am and returns you by 4pm.
Is this one for you?Book this private tour if you want a guide who explains what you're seeing and handles all the logistics (entrance fees, transport between sites, and timing), so you can focus on the waterfalls and the landscape instead of organizing the day yourself. A shared group tour works better if you prefer to meet other travelers and split the cost.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 5 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is Pongour Waterfall like compared to the other two?
Pongour Waterfall has the wild, intense look typical of a highland waterfall, with clear water and forest birds echoing through the gorge. It's considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Southern Central Highlands region and is known for the sense of peace you feel standing in front of it.
Can I swim or wade in the waterfalls during the tour?
Datanla Waterfall is where you have the chance to wade into the water if you want to, or sit on the rocks and experience it. The other waterfalls are viewpoints where you can admire the scenery and feel the cool air and mist.
What else does the tour include besides the three waterfalls?
The tour also visits Linh An Tu Pagoda overlooking Elephant Falls, a silk weaving factory where artisans use traditional methods to separate silk from cocoons, a cricket farm where you learn how locals raise crickets, and Cafe Me Linh, a famous coffee shop with views across Da Lat.
Is lunch included in the tour price?
Lunch is not included. The tour provides drinking water and stops at Cafe Me Linh where you can order coffee and food, but you'll need to arrange or purchase your own meal during the day.
How long does the tour take and when does it start?
The tour runs six to seven hours. Hotel pickup begins at 8am, and the bus returns you by 4pm, so you have the full day to move through the three waterfalls and local stops without rushing.
Is there a toboggan ride option at any of the waterfalls?
A toboggan ride ticket is available as an optional add-on at Datanla Waterfall for 250,000 VND if you want to experience that activity during the tour.
Three Waterfalls in Da Lat: Private Tour with Guide
6h–7h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 83.34 per person
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