Datanla Falls in Da Lat is an attractive destination for tourists from all directions. Everyone wants to visit and experience all the special activities available here. Hãy nghe Trần Thuỳ Thanh Xuân (Đồng Nai) một travel blogger nổi tiếng bật mí .
With its beautiful natural scenery of the highlands, a mild and cool climate year-round, and French architectural landmarks that have stood for hundreds of years, Da Lat possesses a unique and unparalleled beauty that can captivate anyone who visits.
You can find romantic poetry in Da Lat, wander in search of nostalgia, or become one with nature. For those who want to fully experience the majestic landscapes of Da Lat's mountains and forests, Datanla Falls is a must-visit. It is one of the five most beautiful waterfalls in Lam Dong and is a popular tourist destination with many exciting adventure activities.
1. Where is Datanla Falls?
Datanla Falls is located on National Route 20, in the Prenn Pass area, Ward 3, Da Lat City, Lam Dong Province. This waterfall is situated amidst the Prenn Pass, about 5km south of Da Lat City center. It features a large volume of water cascading 20 meters over various rock tiers, creating a very gentle and clear stream. For this reason, it is also known as Suoi Tien (Fairy Stream), while the deep chasm below the waterfall is referred to as Vuc Tu Than (Abyss of the Dead).
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2. The dramatic legend of Datanla Falls in Da Lat
Famous for its pristine, picturesque, and wild beauty typical of the Central Highlands, Datanla Falls in Da Lat is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Lam Dong Province. According to the K'ho people's legend, Datanla Falls is associated with the tragic love story of K'Lang and Hơbiang. Hơbiang was a beautiful girl, the daughter of a chieftain, and K'Lang was a brave young man who fell deeply in love with her.
However, their love faced many obstacles due to family opposition and hostile forces. During a battle to protect his beloved, K'Lang sacrificed himself heroically. Hơbiang, overwhelmed with grief, threw herself off the cliff to follow her lover. The place where she fell is now known as the Abyss of Death. Thanks to its rugged terrain and natural beauty, the Datanla Falls area has been developed into Datanla Falls Tourist Area, offering a variety of adventure activities, entertainment, relaxation, and other services.
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3. When is the best time to Visit Datanla Falls in Da Lat?
You can visit Datanla Falls at any time of the year. However, according to my own experience, the best and safest time to visit is during the dry season, from November to April. At this time, Da Lat has cool, less rainy weather, which is ideal for outdoor activities.
Visitors can comfortably explore the natural surroundings of the falls, participate in adventure activities such as rappelling, kayaking, or simply take a stroll and enjoy the fresh air.
4. What to do at Datanla Falls Tourist Area?
Datanla Falls Tourist Area is known as an adventure paradise in Da Lat, with many carefully invested and regularly upgraded extreme games, ensuring maximum safety for you. To experience an exhilarating and daring youth, you must try all the top activities at Datanla Falls Tourist Area.
4.1. "Heart-stopping" with Canyoining at Datanla Falls in Da Lat
Canyoning is the ultimate challenge among the adventure activities at Datanla Falls Tourist Area. You will need to plunge into the rushing waters and climb steep cliffs to conquer the waterfall. This activity will require a lot of physical effort and courage, but it offers an incredibly thrilling sense of achievement. Rappelling has various difficulty levels, depending on the age and abilities of each person.
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4.2. High Rope Course
The High Rope Course refers to the adventurous rope course game, which features up to 80 aerial challenges divided into various levels from simple to advanced, suitable for everyone. You will receive detailed instructions from a guide and be equipped with safety gear, including 2 smart locks and a zipline lock, to ensure safety throughout the activity.
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4.3. Gliding on the Alpine Coaster
When visiting Datanla Falls Tourist Area, experiencing the longest toboggan run in Southeast Asia on the modern Alpine Coaster is an absolutely wonderful sensation.
This activity does not require special skills but still provides a thrilling experience for visitors as you can immerse yourself in the sensation of the wind rushing through the air, steer the toboggan swiftly, navigate through the mountains and forests, and lean into exhilarating sharp turns.
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4.4. Kayaking at Datanla Falls Da Lat
Kayaking at Datanla is not as romantic as on Tuyen Lam Lake because this is white-water kayaking! Each kayak can have 2 or 6 people paddling and involves navigating through 10 rapids over a few hours. To overcome this challenge, participants must work together harmoniously, maintain a steady rhythm, and calmly handle situations during the journey.
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4.5. Enjoying the view from the Cable Car
The cost is 80,000 VND per person, for both children and adults – a very affordable price for the experience of floating in the air and enjoying the panoramic view of the vast pine forests and the majestic Datanla Falls in Da Lat.
The cable car system spans 200 meters, allowing visitors to admire the beautiful scenery from afar and take fantastic photos with a great background right inside the cable car.
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4.6. Trekking through the forest
For those who prefer relaxation and want to enjoy the scenery, you can take a leisurely walk around the pine forest via the stairways that run alongside the waterfall. The stairway system has about 200 steps, stretching 1 km, and is considered moderate, not too steep or slippery. As the area is covered by large pine forests, trekking through Datanla Falls in Da Lat allows visitors to immerse themselves in the fresh, peaceful nature.
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With the many exciting activities at Datanla Falls Tourist Area, you won’t have to worry about boredom. Whether you’re conquering the seven levels of the falls through various challenges or leisurely enjoying the scenery, breathing in the fresh air, and exploring Da Lat’s nature, you’ll create unforgettable memories during your upcoming spring trip to Da Lat.