Casaroro Falls
Valencia, Negros Oriental · Negros Island Region
- Hiking
- Photography
- Day trip
A tall, narrow chute in a deep gorge near Dumaguete, reached by hundreds of steps.
Casaroro Falls is a slender ribbon of water that drops about 30 metres into a boulder-lined gorge in the highlands of Valencia. The descent involves a long concrete staircase and a river crossing, rewarding visitors with a dramatic, misty basin. It is one of the top day trips from Dumaguete.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 30 m
- Type
- PlungeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ChallengingHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱20 to ₱30 per personTrailhead entrance fee. A guide is usually required at ₱200 to ₱300 per group, and the habal-habal ride is extra.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- July to December for strong flow; avoid after heavy rain
- Barangay
- Apolong
- Coordinates
- 9.2786, 123.2052
How to get to Casaroro Falls
From Dumaguete, take a jeepney or tricycle to Valencia (about 30 minutes), then a habal-habal to the Casaroro trailhead.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Guide on request
Accessibility & fitness
About 300+ steps down then a rocky river section; not suitable for young children or those with mobility issues.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Casaroro Falls located?
Casaroro Falls is in Valencia, Negros Oriental, within Negros Island Region. Its coordinates are 9.2786, 123.2052.
How do I get to Casaroro Falls?
From Dumaguete, take a jeepney or tricycle to Valencia (about 30 minutes), then a habal-habal to the Casaroro trailhead.
How much is the entrance fee at Casaroro Falls?
The entrance fee at Casaroro Falls is ₱20 to ₱30 per person. Trailhead entrance fee. A guide is usually required at ₱200 to ₱300 per group, and the habal-habal ride is extra. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Casaroro Falls?
Casaroro Falls is rated challenging on our scale. About 300+ steps down then a rocky river section; not suitable for young children or those with mobility issues. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Casaroro Falls?
We describe Casaroro 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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