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Where to Swim: the 15 Best Waterfall Pools Worldwide

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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming - Meeting at the Gregory of Nin statue
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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

1.Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,519 reviews · 9 hours · from $31Our pick

Travel from Split to Krka National Park by air-conditioned bus, cruise from Skradin to Skradinski Buk, and follow a guided park walk before two hours in Primošten for swimming, lunch, or old-town exploring. Guides such as Ante, Gianna, and Leo are known for clear timing, local tips, and good humor. Park swimming is not allowed, so save your swimwear for the coast.

“Anti our Guide was very good, he kept everyone aware of timings and locations and had a great sense of humour, great knowledge of the places we visited and a great asset to the company.”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming - The road from Split to Krka
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

2.Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,489 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $32Top rated

Spend about 10 hours exploring Krka National Park and Skradin from Split. Walk easy boardwalks beside waterfalls, cruise by boat, swim where the Krka meets the sea, and hear stories about Croatia from guides such as Gabriella, Richard, Ivana, Lovro, and Ela. Park admission is extra and paid in cash.

“Gabriella and Ante gave us a fantastic day after our cruise itinerary was adjusted and we found ourselves in Split a day early. The tour provided the perfect balance of information and guidance with free time to explore. We really enjoyed Krka national park and the wine tasting.”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming - Meeting in Split and settling into the coach
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

3.Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,913 reviews · 9 hours · from $31

Spend nine hours traveling from Split to Krka National Park, with an English-speaking guide such as Sanja, Luka, Gabriella, or Lovro. Walk around Skradinski Buk, visit an ethno-village and Jaruga hydroelectric plant, then take a scenic boat to Skradin for lunch, sightseeing, and a swim where the river meets the sea.

“Amazing trip. Guide was excellent - Larry. Waterfalls amazing. Take lunch with you as the park is very expensive and not that great for food.”

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Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming - Walking around Skradinski Buk
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Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming

4.Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,944 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30Best value

Travel from Split to Krka National Park with a guide such as Vic, Ivana, Tonko, or Vicko. Walk the wooden paths around Skradinski Buk, learn about old water mills, cruise 30 minutes to Skradin, then swim or explore town. The 7.5-hour trip costs $30.23, plus €16 to €30 for park entry.

“Lovely day out at Krka falls. Well organised trip and thanks to Ivana who did a great job as tour guide.”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming - Walking through Skradinski Buk
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

5.Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,710 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $32

Travel from Split to Krka National Park in an air-conditioned vehicle, walk around Skradinski Buk with an English-speaking guide, and take a 30-minute river boat ride. You get free time to explore, then stop in Primošten for swimming, lunch, or wine tasting. In the cooler season, the second stop is Trogir.

“Nice chill tour , punctual and special kind of funny tour guide , shout out to Leo :) Had the chance to walk around the park, see the big waterfalls AND swim in the last village that we visited”

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Krka Waterfalls tour with Boat Ride and Swimming in Skradin town - The morning coach ride from Split
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Krka Waterfalls tour with Boat Ride and Swimming in Skradin town

6.Krka Waterfalls tour with Boat Ride and Swimming in Skradin town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 917 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $32

Leave Split at 10:00 for Krka National Park, where you can walk forest paths and wooden platforms above the river. A 30-minute boat ride leads to Skradin, with about 90 minutes for swimming, food, or a town stroll. Guides including Frane, Martin, Domo, and Carlo have earned strong praise for clear tips and friendly help.

“From the gloomy windy morning to amazing sunny afternoon, tday my visit to Krka National Park and Skradin was a true bless. I was amazed not only by the park’s remarkable fauna and flora but also by the mesmerising colours of its waters in the autumn. The park’s waters take on a magical hue, displaying various shades of blue and green that are truly a sight to behold. This captivating colour palette is a result of the unique mineral composition of the water, particularly the travertine that is present in the Krka River. It creates a stunning contrast with the surrounding lush greenery and adds a touch of enchantment to…”

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Valencia: Epic Waterfalls and Montanejos Swimming Experience - Meeting at Valencia Nord Station
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Valencia: Epic Waterfalls and Montanejos Swimming Experience

7.Epic Waterfalls and Montanejos Swimming Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 837 reviews · 8 hours · from $104

Leave Valencia with Mike or guides such as Ana, Sofia, Morgane, or Nic for four natural stops around Montanejos. Swim at the Blue Lagoon, see the 60m Bridal Veil waterfall, use a private riverside house to change and store your things, and enjoy optional local food. Water shoes and flotation gear are provided.

“Our guide Sofia was very helpful and unformative. She knew how to keep the group interested and entertained. The driver, Tania, is a very good driver and punctual too.”

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Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering - Oslob whale sharks: memorable, crowded, and carefully managed
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Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

8.Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 665 reviews · 16 hours · from $124

Start before dawn for whale shark swimming in Oslob, then head to Badian for lunch and a three-hour Kawasan Falls canyoneering run. Local guides such as Ray, Ronaldo, Marcello, and Jordan help with jumps, photos, and safety. Expect a 16-hour day, long road time, possible whale shark delays, and an optional zipline.

“Fantastic tour and well worth the early pickup. I had some reservations about how busy it would be, but perfect. So many people make your day up from Francis our excellent driver, looking after us for 14 hours, and the team at the whale watching experience who get you organized and in the water as fast as can be achieved .. for us 6:20am.. superb experience. Definitely go for the go pro option and take your own snorkel if you can as you don't get the tube which makes layout about for longer tricky. Then off to the Canyoneering which was one of the best things we have done for…”

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Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden - Waipio Valley opens the day with a big view
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Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

9.Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 513 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $297

Spend about 10 hours crossing the Big Island from Kona or Kohala to Waipio Valley, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. The highlight is a possible swim beneath 120-foot Kulaniapia Falls. Guides such as Derek, Dreu, Drew, Stephen, and Stefan lead small groups in English with lunch, snacks, drinks, and hotel pickup included.

“A great way to see a big part of the Island. Highligts were the botanical guarden and a fantastic swim in a waterfall. Our guide Dreu was fun, knowledgeable and entertaining and told os facts and stories about the island, which made the longer rides feel much shorter.”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Ride & Swimming - Meeting the bus in central Split
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Ride & Swimming

10.Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 446 reviews · 7h 30m · from $31

Travel from Split to Krka National Park in an air-conditioned bus, hear useful stories from guides such as Ivana, Tonko, or Vice, then walk around Skradinski Buk, ride a boat to Skradin, and choose between lunch, town streets, or a swim. The €16 to €30 park fee is extra and paid in cash.

“Include the park entrance in the ticket price. Saves time and the hassle of extra money handling”

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Zadar: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming - Starting in Zadar Old Town
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Zadar: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

11.Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 407 reviews · 8 hours · from $53

Travel from Zadar to Krka National Park in a small group, ride the river boat to Skradinski buk, walk beneath the waterfalls, then swim and eat in Skradin. Guides such as Ivan, Tamara, Tammy, and Jasmina add local history and practical tips. The full-day trip lasts about eight hours.

“The price of the entrance ticket to the park should be more clear on description, which wasn’t included.”

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Split & Trogir: Krka Waterfalls & Swimming in Primošten - The ride from Split or Trogir
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Split & Trogir: Krka Waterfalls & Swimming in Primošten

12.Split & Trogir: Krka Waterfalls & Swimming in Primošten

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 311 reviews · 10 hours · from $47

Travel by air-conditioned bus from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park and Primošten. Walk to Skradinski buk with an English-speaking guide, then enjoy free time for swimming, lunch, and old-town wandering. Guides such as Antonio, Sandra, and Željko have made this outing especially engaging, though entrance fees are usually extra.

“It was an amazing tour with an excellent guide. Lots of time to do your own exploring and enjoy the places”

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Osumi Canyon Swim, Float, Explore & Bogove Waterfall - Bogovë Waterfall and its cold mountain pool
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Osumi Canyon Swim, Float, Explore & Bogove Waterfall

13.Osumi Canyon Swim, Float, Explore & Bogove Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42

From Berat, spend a full day at Bogove Waterfall and Osumi Canyon. Swim in a cold spring pool, then cover 3.8 km of canyon by floating, swimming, and short walks. Flow Albania provides lunch, safety gear, and local guides such as Miri, Ervis, Dino, and Visi. Cliff jumps depend on water and safety conditions.

“Just perfect! When booking, we made a mistake and booked 10:30 instead of 1:00 pm. We realized it 30 minutes before the start and it was too late to go. With kindness, they agreed that we should still show up at 1pm. Upon arrival, we had a good meal with those who did the activity at 10:30 and then we went solo with our guide (who did the activity only for us!). Visi was very friendly and made us a photo report of more than 100 photos and videos. What to keep a great memory of this moment 😊 Thank you very much for everything!Auto-translated”

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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim - What the guides add to the walk
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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

14.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $35

Meet in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica, ride a local bus south, and hike through tropical forest to Palo Maria waterfalls. Expect river crossings, boulders, caves, fish-filled swimming holes, and a high jungle viewpoint. Guides including Juan Carlos, Alex, Diego, and Víctor explain local plants and wildlife. Water shoes are essential.

“Diego was awesome, we saw some really cool wildlife and he was very knowledgeable about the local plants and animals. I would recommend this to anyone”

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Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim - Finding the OXXO meeting point
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Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

15.Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 4 hours · from $30

Meet your guide near the OXXO in Puerto Vallarta’s old center, ride a local bus south, then hike through tropical forest and across a rocky river. Guides such as Juan, Alex, Diego, and Rocco point out plants, birds, and wildlife before you swim at a waterfall. A second climb and bay lookout are optional.

“Alex was a great tour guide. He was friendly and very informative.”

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