Kawasan Falls
| Kawasan Falls | |
|---|---|
 The first stage (Level 1) of the falls in Badian, Cebu | |
Interactive map of Kawasan Falls | |
| Location | Badian, Cebu |
| Coordinates | 9°48′N 123°22′E / 9.800°N 123.367°E |
| Type | Plunge |
| Total height | 40 m (130 ft) |
| Watercourse | Kawasan River [1] |
The Kawasan Falls is a three-stage cascade of clear turquoise water from mountain springs located in the jungles of the Cebu island. The falls are part of the Kawasan River in Badian, Cebu, in the Philippines.[2] The water from the falls originates from the Kabukalan Spring and passes through the Kawasan gorge en route to the Matutinao River and the Tanon Strait.[3] The largest waterfall is about 40 meters high, followed by smaller cascades and turquoise water pools that invite swimming.[4] It is a popular tourist destination and is known for its tranquil and relaxing environment, and the adventurous can even enjoy a raft ride or a dive off cliffs.[5]
Tourism
Access to the falls was temporarily halted in 2023 by the Cebu Provincial Government with revocation of permits to unlicensed canyoneering operators.[6][7] Tour operations reopened in October of 2023 after three months of rehabilitation, including professionalization efforts of tour guides.[8]
Maintenance
In June 2026, the Cebu provincial government has allocated P110 million for the rehabilitation of the Kawasan Falls. Rehabilitation efforts will include restoration of the environmental integrity of the falls, improvement of safety measures, and strengthening of the site’s resilience against future challenges. [9][10]
Geography
Kawasan Falls is part of the Matutinao River canyon.
Gallery
Information sign
The second stage (Level 2)
Kawasan River Canyon
References
- ↑ "Kawasan River". September 24, 2025.
- ↑ "Kawasan Falls Cebu Island". September 16, 2021.
- ↑ "Kawasan Falls - Waterfall in Cebu - Thousand Wonders". www.thousandwonders.net. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
- ↑ "Kawasan Falls - Waterfall in Cebu - Thousand Wonders". www.thousandwonders.net. Retrieved 2021-09-16.
- ↑ "Kawasan Falls Cebu Island". September 16, 2021.
- ↑ "Cebu Governor Garcia revokes permits of Badian's unregistered canyoneering operators". June 16, 2023.
- ↑ "Badian losing P1.1M daily after Kawasan Falls closed". SunStar. June 7, 2023.
- ↑ "Cebu's Kawasan Falls, canyoneering sites reopen after months of rehab | Philippine News Agency". www.pna.gov.ph. Archived from the original on 2024-07-07. Retrieved 2026-08-23.
- ↑ Newman, Minerva (June 15, 2026). "Famous Cebu waterfalls to get P110-m makeover". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 24, 2026.
- ↑ Flores, Claudine (2026-06-15). "Kawasan Falls gets P110M rehab boost". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved 2026-08-23.