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Where to Walk: the 15 Best Waterfall Hikes Worldwide

90 trips  ·  from $10 a head

Some falls are a car park and a railing; these ask for an hour on your feet. The 15 below give the real walking time, the grade, and whether the trail ends at a viewpoint or in the water.

From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip - Leaving Marrakech in an air-conditioned van
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

1.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33,630 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $17Our pick

Travel from Marrakech to the 110-meter Ouzoud Waterfalls with a local guide such as Youssef, Hachimi, or Mohamed. Walk olive-grove trails, visit an argan oil cooperative, spot Barbary macaques, ride a small boat below the falls, and eat lunch overlooking the cascades. Expect a long drive and a moderate hike.

“amazing experience the waterfalls are incredible and the guide was very knowledgeable, helpful and took lots of photos of us . it's a long drive from Marrakech but the scenery is beautiful. The trip back was very hot as the weather was great but the mini bus had no AC or windows in the back but it was still totally worth it .”

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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike - Berber villages and a traditional home
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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike

2.Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,792 reviews · from $14

Travel from Marrakech into the Ourika Valley by air-conditioned minibus, stopping at a Berber home, argan oil co-operative, and market on Mondays or Thursdays. In Setti Fatma, a local guide leads a roughly one-hour hike to the waterfalls. Guides such as Simo, Rachid, and Abderrazak are praised for clear explanations and friendly help.

“Simo was a brilliant guide, funny, informative and very accommodating. The stops including the pottery manufacturing and the women’s Argan coopertive were interesting and immersive, whilst the hike was well worth it with picturesque waterfalls. Would definitely recommend the excursion with this company if you’re staying in Marrakesh.”

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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch - The viewpoint and Ourika Valley stop
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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch

3.Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,303 reviews · 7 hours · from $11Best value

Travel from Marrakech into the Ourika Valley for mountain views, an argan oil cooperative visit, and a guided hike to the Setti Fatma waterfalls. Guides such as Badr, Ibrahim, Yahya, and Mouad are praised for clear communication and patient help on the trail. Lunch by the river is available when selected.

“Notified the day prior of the pick up time (0845) & messaged on the day by the driver so good communication. The drive was 1hr 15 mins to the Ourika Valley & we were in a smaller minivan with only 8 of us on the tour which was good. We stopped off at an Argan oil cooperative which was one of the more large ones I saw in Morocco. They seem to be a part of any trip here however it was good that our driver let us leave when we wanted to. We also stopped at a view point to take pics. We then finished the drive to the…”

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Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls - Argan oil, Berber breakfast, and a working cooperative
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Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls

4.ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,737 reviews · 7 hours · from $12

Travel from Marrakech into the Ourika Valley for a Berber breakfast, an argan oil cooperative visit, and a guided hike near Setti Fatma waterfalls. Guides such as Hamza, Hiba, Ismail, and Khadija help with translation and pacing. Add lunch for tagine, couscous, salads, dessert, and mint tea beside the river.

“Brilliant way to experience the the Ourika Valley from Marrakech. Transportation was well organised from an easy to find location. Brahim the guide was excellent, very accommodating and always eager to make sure everyone was okay and enjoying themselves. The food served at the riverside cafe was very tasty, so we’d suggest including the add-on lunch to your booking. The hike to the waterfalls was great as well. We’d recommend wearing relatively sturdy shoes as the terrain is quite rocky.”

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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour - The ride from Portland to the Gorge
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Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour

5.Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,108 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $73Top rated

Leave Portland by air-conditioned minivan for a four-hour Columbia River Gorge outing with guides such as Ana, Carrie, James, and Edwin. You’ll visit Multnomah Falls, walk to Bridal Veil Falls, see Latourell Falls, and stop at gorge viewpoints. Expect short walks, one optional hike up to two miles, changing stops, and weather-ready conditions.

“Ana was the best, very informative and friendly. We went to see multiple waterfalls and great views and she explained the history of Oregon during the trip.”

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Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech - The hike: steep, uneven, and worth preparing for
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Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech

6.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,755 reviews · from $29

Travel by air-conditioned minibus from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls, then follow a guide along steep, uneven paths to Morocco’s highest cascades. You’ll have time for photos, a short boat ride, Berber culture, wild monkeys, and lunch near the falls. Guides may speak English, French, Spanish, or Arabic.

“Quite big focus on selling products but the price is okay and staff is nice. The journey from Marrakesh is long but buses are comfortable.”

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Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option - First views of the Ouzoud cataracts
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Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option

7.Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,435 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $14

Leave Marrakech around 8am for Ouzoud Waterfalls, a 2.5-hour drive through villages and Atlas views. Walk beside the falls with a local guide such as Hamid Tarzan, stop for monkey photos, and take an optional boat ride under the spray. Lunch is available at a restaurant overlooking the cataracts. Return is expected around 6pm.

“Excellent transportation, careful driver. This tour is mostly suitable for amateur tourists meaning those who don't like to prepare for the trip on their own for instance do not learn by heart all the route, chose casual clothes, is okay with a leisurely pace of moving. Because you will be kinda chained to the group. Definitely you have an option to walk nearby by your own route without any guidance but the guide will not expose the exact time that you have. So actually you will have to follow the group (3 euro donation) not to miss the departure back to home. But we enjoyed, amazing place despite we were…”

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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui - Riding the Hana Highway from Kahului
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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

8.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,417 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $187

This five-hour East Maui outing follows the Hana Highway to rainforest trails near Twin Falls. A local guide such as Des, Michael, Joel, or Abby leads you across roots, rocks, streams, and slippery banks to several waterfalls and swimming holes. Lunch, snacks, transport from Kahului, plant knowledge, and optional cliff jumps are included.

“Our tour guide Michael was amazing. Very knowledgeable in the Hawaiian culture, plants and animals around the island. The hike itself is easy and doable. The terrain can be a little rocky so you just need to watch your step. A good pair of tennis shoes you can wear in the water is a must. Mike took us to at least four different swimming holes and waterfalls. Lunch was also provided. It was a perfect Maui excursion. If you are a little unsteady or unsure about the hike, I recommend bringing walking poles with you.”

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Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike - Starting on the Wailua River
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Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike

9.Secret Falls Kayak and Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,403 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Paddle a double kayak about four miles on the Wailua River, then hike roughly two miles through muddy rainforest trails to Uluwehi Falls. Guides such as Cory, Kman, Kai, and Mana add local stories about plants, history, and island life. Bring water, snacks, and secure shoes that can get wet.

“We had a beautiful day kayaking but the hiking part was extremely muddy. We made it without falling and swam underneath the waterfall at the end. We were glad we did it even tho it was muddy”

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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & BBQ - The 105 km ride from Rovaniemi
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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & BBQ

10.Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,392 reviews · 7 hours · from $106

Travel 105 km from Rovaniemi in a new 4x4 van, then hike 4 to 6 km through snowy forests and past Korouoma’s frozen waterfalls. Your English-speaking guide, such as Hugo, William, Pedro, or Vanessa, handles the route, safety, stories, hot drinks, and grilled sausages. Moderate fitness is needed.

“The waterfalls are 100% worth it and the nature around them was just beautiful! We were picked up at our hotel and the hike itself was not too challenging (a person with average even low fitness could do it) some parts of the trail are very icy and therefore, very slippery so keep that in mind. Our guide Hugo was nice and made sure to tell us some facts about lapland and the canyon, which I appreciated very much. He answered all of our questions, made sure everyone was safe and grilled our lunch!”

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Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide - Uluwehi Falls, the reward at the end
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Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide

11.Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,387 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Paddle about four miles on Kauai’s Wailua River, then hike roughly two miles over muddy, rocky ground to 100-foot Uluwehi Falls. Guides such as Zach, Brian, and Makayla provide instruction, local stories, safety help, and hiking sticks. Bring water and secure shoes that can get wet.

“Zach was an outstanding guide! Very knowledgeable of both flora and fauna. Very gracious with encouragement. Loved the bird he calls during the hike. It was special.”

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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - Leaving Reykjavík through the geothermal country
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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

12.Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,285 reviews · 11 hours · from $186

Spend a full day on Iceland’s south coast with a small minibus group, glacier guide, and stops at Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and Reynisfjara. The main event is a beginner-friendly hike on Sólheimajökull, with crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe supplied. Guides such as Sara, Al, Bessi, Thomas, and Lorenzo are praised for safety, stories, and patient pacing.

“Amazing tour guide in Al. He was super nice and great guide on the glacier. Really beautiful tour. Can’t recommend enough”

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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch - Bread, dips, and Argan oil near the foothills
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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch

13.Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,236 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Leave Marrakech around 8:30 AM for Imlil, where a local guide leads a 1.5 to 2 hour hike past Berber villages, terraces, rivers, and waterfalls. Enjoy bread, dips, mint tea, and a homemade tagine lunch at a family guesthouse, then visit a women’s Argan oil cooperative. Guides speak Arabic, English, French, and Spanish.

“The trip was very good, our guide Mustapha (Mr Couscous) was very kind and interesting. The hike had some slippy ice but Mustapha made sure we all crossed safely. The food was also amazing and the argan oil production visit was very fascinating as well. Overall, this was a very fun and fantastic experience and I would 100% recommend.”

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Secret Falls Kayak & Hike Guided Adventure on the Wailua River - Paddling two miles up the Wailua River
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Secret Falls Kayak & Hike Guided Adventure on the Wailua River

14.Secret Falls Kayak & Hike Guided Adventure on the Wailua River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,212 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $145

Paddle two miles up Kauai’s Wailua River, hear stories of ancient Hawaiian life, then hike through rainforest and stream crossings to Uluwehi Falls. Guides such as Levi, Jonathan, and Nathaniel add local history, safety help, and, sometimes, ukulele music. Expect wet shoes, mud, and a moderate six-hour outing.

“Fun excursion that gives you a taste of nature! We enjoyed our experience- glad we had a guide to help us navigate the rivers and hike. The river was gorgeous. There are several stream crossings (water was crisp and cold, a treat for the warm day). The hike portion was half wooden planks and half trail. You do have to scramble over some rocks so recommend closed toe water shoes. We enjoyed talking to our guide!”

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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Sólheimajökull brings the day to the ice
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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

15.Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 915 reviews · 12 hours (approx.)

Spend about 12 hours exploring Iceland’s South Coast with an English-speaking guide and a maximum of 15 people. Visit Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi, and Reynisfjara, then hike Sólheimajökull with crampons, helmet, and ice axe. Guides such as Michal, Svenni, Roberto, and Christopher are known for adapting plans to weather and keeping the glacier walk safe.

“This was a fantastic tour and was a great way to see several of the beautiful sights along the South Coast! The pickup from downtown Reykjavik was very convenient and the tour company communicated how this process worked very clearly. Each of the stops along the way was well timed and the guide was very knowledgeable about the history/facts of each sight. The highlight of this trip was definitely the glacier hike! Michal our guide made sure we were all well prepared and did a great job keeping us safe on the hike. It was the first time hiking a glacier for several of us on our tour but that…”

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