Binaliw Falls
Clarin, Bohol · Central Visayas
Also known as Binaliw Waterfall.
- Adventure
- Swimming
- Nature
- Hiking
A little-known emerald plunge in the jungles of Clarin, one of Bohol's hardest falls to reach.
Binaliw Falls is a short, emerald cascade hidden in the interior of Clarin, roughly 55 kilometres from Tagbilaran. The trail follows the stream over boulders, so it rewards people who are comfortable on rough ground. Bring your own food and water, and take everything out with you.
Key facts
- Type
- PlungeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ChallengingHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- Daylight hours; no gateHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNo ticket booth and no facilities. A local guide is advisable and a tip is expected.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- July to December
- Barangay
- Cantoyoc
- Coordinates
- 9.9599, 124.0706
How to get to Binaliw Falls
From Tagbilaran's Dao terminal, take a bus or van to Clarin (about 1.5 hours), then a habal-habal to Barangay Cantoyoc and the falls jump-off; from there a rough trail follows the stream down to the cascade.
Accessibility & fitness
A rough trail over boulders, mud and slippery rocks; expect to get wet and muddy.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Binaliw Falls located?
Binaliw Falls is in Clarin, Bohol, within Central Visayas. Its coordinates are 9.9599, 124.0706.
How do I get to Binaliw Falls?
From Tagbilaran's Dao terminal, take a bus or van to Clarin (about 1.5 hours), then a habal-habal to Barangay Cantoyoc and the falls jump-off; from there a rough trail follows the stream down to the cascade.
How much is the entrance fee at Binaliw Falls?
Binaliw Falls has no entrance fee. No ticket booth and no facilities. A local guide is advisable and a tip is expected. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Binaliw Falls?
Binaliw Falls is rated challenging on our scale. A rough trail over boulders, mud and slippery rocks; expect to get wet and muddy. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Binaliw Falls?
We describe Binaliw Falls as a plunge waterfall. Water drops almost vertically from a ledge, with little contact between the falling water and the rock. These are the classic free-falling falls, often ending in a deep pool. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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