Nagkalit-Kalit Falls
Also known as Nagkalit Kalit Falls, Nagkalit-Kalit Waterfalls, Nagkalitkalit Falls.
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Nature
- Guided
A pair of small jungle cascades north of El Nido, reached by a river-crossing trek through coconut groves and forest.
Nagkalit-Kalit Falls sits in the forest of Barangay Pasadeña, about 14 km north of El Nido town on the road toward Nacpan Beach. The trail leaves the highway before the Nacpan junction and crosses the same stream repeatedly through coconut groves and secondary forest before reaching two separate drops. The lower cascade falls into a shallow, rocky pool that is popular for a cool dip after the hike; a short, steeper scramble up the right side leads to the taller upper fall. Flow varies dramatically with the season (the falls can slow to a trickle between January and May), so temper expectations in the dry months.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 10 m
- Type
- CascadeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- ModerateHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- Daylight hours; start early to avoid the midday heatHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱250 per personIncludes a local guide from the jump-off. Rates vary by season and group size.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- June to December for the strongest flow; can be nearly dry from January to May
- Barangay
- Pasadeña
- Coordinates
- 11.2565, 119.4372
How to get to Nagkalit-Kalit Falls
From El Nido town, take a tricycle or motorbike about 30 minutes north on the Taytay–El Nido National Highway toward the Nacpan Beach turnoff. Look for the Nagkalit-Kalit sign and registration hut on the highway before the Nacpan junction. From there, trek 30–45 minutes through coconut groves and forest, crossing the stream several times.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Guide service
- Registration hut
Accessibility & fitness
A moderate 30–45 minute trek each way with repeated shallow river crossings and muddy, slippery sections after rain. Sandals or water shoes work better than boots. The upper fall requires a short rope-assisted scramble.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nagkalit-Kalit Falls located?
Nagkalit-Kalit Falls is in El Nido, Palawan, within MIMAROPA. Its coordinates are 11.2565, 119.4372.
How do I get to Nagkalit-Kalit Falls?
From El Nido town, take a tricycle or motorbike about 30 minutes north on the Taytay–El Nido National Highway toward the Nacpan Beach turnoff. Look for the Nagkalit-Kalit sign and registration hut on the highway before the Nacpan junction. From there, trek 30–45 minutes through coconut groves and forest, crossing the stream several times.
How much is the entrance fee at Nagkalit-Kalit Falls?
The entrance fee at Nagkalit-Kalit Falls is ₱250 per person. Includes a local guide from the jump-off. Rates vary by season and group size. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Nagkalit-Kalit Falls?
Nagkalit-Kalit Falls is rated moderate on our scale. A moderate 30–45 minute trek each way with repeated shallow river crossings and muddy, slippery sections after rain. Sandals or water shoes work better than boots. The upper fall requires a short rope-assisted scramble. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Nagkalit-Kalit Falls?
We describe Nagkalit-Kalit Falls as a cascade waterfall. Water tumbles down a slope or a jumble of boulders, breaking over the rock instead of falling clear of it. Cascades tend to be wider and gentler than a plunge. Type describes the shape of the drop, not how hard the fall is to reach.
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