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Best Waterfall Hikes Worldwide: Our Top 15

57 hikes  ·  from $11 a head

This is the shortlist to send a friend who asks where to walk next: 15 waterfall hikes worth the trip, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip - The early pickup and long road north
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

1.From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

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

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud with hotel pickup, a local guide, scenic viewpoints, an argan oil cooperative, a moderate hike, and a short boat ride beneath the 110-meter falls. Guides such as Youssef, Hachimi, and Mohamed Boufarma are praised for patient explanations and photo help. Lunch costs about €10 to €12 extra.

“Mohamed Boufarma was an amazing and knowledgable guide. We found it so impressive that he was switching between English, French, Italian and Arabic to explain the history of the falls. We got picked up from our resort around 8:45, it was a 3/ 3 and a half hour coach journey with a brief stop off at a restaurant for a toilet break / snacks. When we arrived, we learnt how Argon oil was made, got to try some mint tea, and had plenty of photo opportunities (Mohamed was a great photographer). We ended the trip with a boat ride towards the waterfall and a meal overlooking the beautiful view. 10/10…”

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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike - The Monday or Thursday souk
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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike

2.Marrakech: 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, an argan oil co-operative, and, on Mondays or Thursdays, a local souk. In Setti Fatma, a local guide leads a roughly one-hour hike to waterfalls. Guides such as Simo, Rachid, Aziz, and Abdul are known for clear explanations and friendly help.

“Simo was a great guide really good service 10/10 would recommend! Learnt a lot, Great trip amazing driver too! Would recommend a visit to the waterfall for all tourists.”

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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch - Pickup, minivan travel, and the first mountain views
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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch

3.Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch

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

Leave Marrakech in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Ibrahim or Badr, stop at an argan cooperative and mountain viewpoint, then hike with a local guide to the Setti Fatma waterfalls. Finish with Moroccan food beside the Ourika River. The hike is scenic but steep and rocky, so sturdy shoes matter.

“Hussein & Ibrahim were both fantastic guides! We had a lovely time.”

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Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls - Setti Fatma: village lanes, mountain views, and the trailhead
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Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls

4.Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls

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

Leave Marrakech for the Ourika Valley, stop at a women’s argan cooperative, then walk with a local guide toward the Setti Fatma waterfalls. Expect rocky, sometimes steep paths, Atlas Mountain views, and a riverside Moroccan lunch if you select the meal option. Guides may include Hamza, Hiba, Ismail, or Abdul.

“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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Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech - Walking down the rough trail
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Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech

5.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech

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

Travel from Marrakech by air-conditioned minibus to Ouzoud Waterfalls, then hike steep trails with a local guide and take a short boat ride below the cascades. Expect roughly three hours each way, a Berber lunch stop at your own cost, free-roaming monkeys, and guides speaking English, French, Spanish, or Arabic.

“Abdelaali was our driver and he made it very safe and fun. So happy we were able to go on this trip. Definitely recommend!”

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Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option - The boat ride beneath the spray
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Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option

6.Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option

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

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls in an air-conditioned vehicle, then follow a local guide along olive-lined paths to viewpoints, monkeys, and the base of the falls. Add the short boat ride beneath the cascades, eat lunch overlooking the water, and return to Marrakech by about 6pm. Guides may speak English, French, Spanish, Italian, or Arabic.

“Hamid tartan was great, funny and friendly, many thanks thoroughly enjoyed!!!”

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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui - Entering the East Maui rainforest
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Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

7.Small Group Waterfall and Rainforest Hiking Adventure on Maui

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

Ride the Road to Hana from Kahului, then hike East Maui’s rainforest with a local naturalist. You’ll cross streams, scramble over basalt, visit several waterfalls, swim in freshwater pools, and sample rainforest fruit. Guides such as Des, Joel, Michael, and Abby are known for mixing island culture, plant lore, humor, and careful trail support.

“My favorite part was definitely seeing the waterfalls. I did expect to see more wildlife… definitely more birds. But our guide couldn’t have done a better job. She made it fun and informative!”

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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & BBQ - Snowy forest first, frozen waterfalls next
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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & BBQ

8.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 walk 4 to 6 km through snowy forest and Korouoma Canyon’s frozen waterfalls. A first-aid trained guide such as Hugo, Pedro, William, or Vanessa leads the way, carries the food, and cooks sausages over a fire. Expect icy slopes, photo stops, and a moderate winter hike.

“We had a great time walking around the Korouoma Canyon with Vanessa! She made the hike super fun and explained a lot about the wildlife and nature around us. We even got a private little guitar show from her in the cafe before hitting the road back to Rovaniemi. The scenery is simply amazing and the little barbecue towards the end of the hike is great to warm up. Highly recommend!”

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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - Skógafoss, the powerful waterfall
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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

9.Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

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

Travel from Reykjavik in a small minibus with an English-speaking guide such as Sara, Al, Thomas, Bessi, or Lorenzo. You’ll hike Sólheimajökull with crampons and safety gear, visit Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, and walk Reynisfjara’s black sand beach. Expect a full day, changing weather, about an hour on the ice, and plenty of photo stops.

“Wow, what an experience! Everything about the day was great! We really lucked out with the weather as it was a super sunny clear day. Al was great and very knowledgeable about all things Glaciers and Waterfalls! He also very kindly pulled over on the way back to Reykjavik in the evening as the Northern Lights were out and incredibly vibrant which was more than we had ever bargained for! Would 10/10 recommend this experience to everyone I know and was definitely the highlight of our time in Iceland.”

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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch - Breakfast at the argan oil cooperative
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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch

10.Marrakech: 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 such as Omar, Mustafa, or Mehdi leads a 1.5 to 2 hour hike through Berber villages and mountain paths. Expect breakfast, waterfall views, a family-style tagine lunch, mint tea, and an argan oil cooperative visit before returning around 5:30 PM.

“Me and my fiance had a really beautiful time walking in the Atlas Mountains, delicious lunch and thank you to Mustafa for being a friendly guide to us and we had a great time!! Tanmirt”

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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Skógafoss: Iceland’s classic 60-meter curtain
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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

11.From Reykjavik: 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. Walk on Sólheimajökull with crampons, helmet, and ice axe, then visit Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Seljalandsfoss, and possibly Gljúfrabúi. Guides such as Michal, Svenni, Roberto, and Christopher are praised for adapting the day to changing weather.

“Michael was awesome. We really enjoyed the entire tour. The glacier was cool and the waterfalls were fabulous! It rained all day and we got back to the hotel a bit damp, but we would do this again in a heartbeat!”

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Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options) - The drive from Marrakech and what it means for your day
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Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options)

12.Day Trip To Ouzoud Waterfalls (Guide Hike & Boat are options)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 787 reviews · from $18

Escape Marrakech for a 10-hour group trip to Ouzoud Waterfalls, where 110-meter cascades plunge through the Atlas Mountain region. Air-conditioned transport, pickup, and drop-off are included. You can add a local guide for €3 or a short boat ride for €2. Guides may include Samir, Mustafa, Mohamed, Ali, or Hicham Momi.

“Un panorama exceptionnel qui se mérite : 2h30 de route allée, idem au retour avec un mini bus où la climatisation ne fonctionnait pas avec la chaleur. Bien mettre une tenue confortable et des chaussures de marche, après le trajet il faudra marcher une petite heure dans un chemin escarpé. Pas de baignade à l'arrivée mais une vue à couper le souffle, une balade en radeau rafraîchissante et la compagnie des singes en remontant.”

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Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach - Sólheimajökull: the active centerpiece
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Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

13.Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 705 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $198

Spend a full day exploring Iceland’s South Coast with guides such as Sara, Tomasz, Al, and Ignacio. Walk on Sólheimajökull with glacier gear, visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, and see Reynisfjara’s black sand and basalt columns. Pickup, transport, WiFi, and equipment are included. Expect changing weather and a real hike.

“It was a great tour. Thomas was an excellent guide! The glacier hike is not easy.. be prepared for elevation and uneven terrain. Highly recommend as a more active experience.”

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Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls - Eyjafjallajökull and the Road to Skógafoss
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Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

14.Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 605 reviews · from $195

Spend a full day on Iceland’s South Coast with an English-speaking guide such as Michal, Adonis, Roberto, or Klaus. Visit Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi, Eyjafjallajökull, and Reynisfjara, then hike Sólheimajökull for about 1.5 hours with crampons, helmet, and ice axe. Pickup, Wi-Fi, and glacier gear are included.

“Great day, guide roberto was great, very friendly and full of information.”

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Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville - Pisgah Forest and the approach to the falls
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Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

15.Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $112

Spend about five and a half hours touring from Asheville to Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Recreational Forest. Guide Tony leads an easy to moderate, roughly 3-mile hike to three waterfalls, with mountain views, local stories, hotel pickup, water, snacks, and a small group of no more than six or seven people.

“It was an Excellent tour, absolutely beautiful, well-run and organized, and Tony was a Fabulous tour guide! I would highly recommend this tour!!”

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