Pagsanjan Falls
Also known as Magdapio Falls, Cavinti Falls.
- Boat ride
- Family-friendly
- Heritage
- Photography
A historic waterfall reached by a thrilling riverboat ride through a gorge.
Pagsanjan Falls, also known as Magdapio Falls, is one of the oldest tourist attractions in the Philippines. Visitors ride a wooden boat upstream through a dramatic gorge, then shoot the rapids back down. Inside the cave behind the falls, boatmen traditionally pull visitors by rope under the cascade for a memorable soaking.
Key facts
- Height
- ≈ 90 mestimateEstimates range from about 90 m to 120 m.
- Type
- PlungeWhat this means
- Difficulty
- EasyHow we rate this
- Opening hours
- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM dailyHours are indicative. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Entrance fee
- ₱1,350 per person by boat, or ₱270 by trekThe boat rate covers the two-hour return trip with two boatmen, life vest, helmet and park entrance. The Cavinti trek rate includes a guide, harness and gear.Fees can change without notice. Confirm locally before travelling.
- Best season
- Year-round; river closures occur after heavy storms
- Barangay
- Anglas
- Coordinates
- 14.2626, 121.4999
How to get to Pagsanjan Falls
From Manila, take a bus to Santa Cruz or Pagsanjan, Laguna (about 3 hours), then a tricycle to the boat station.
Facilities on site
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Life vests
- Boat station
- Food stalls
Accessibility & fitness
Boat ride plus a short walk; life vests are mandatory.
Location map
Coordinates are approximate. Use them as a starting point and follow local signage on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pagsanjan Falls located?
Pagsanjan Falls is in Cavinti, Laguna, within CALABARZON. Its coordinates are 14.2626, 121.4999.
How do I get to Pagsanjan Falls?
From Manila, take a bus to Santa Cruz or Pagsanjan, Laguna (about 3 hours), then a tricycle to the boat station.
How much is the entrance fee at Pagsanjan Falls?
The entrance fee at Pagsanjan Falls is ₱1,350 per person by boat, or ₱270 by trek. The boat rate covers the two-hour return trip with two boatmen, life vest, helmet and park entrance. The Cavinti trek rate includes a guide, harness and gear. Fees can change without notice, so confirm the current rate locally before travelling.
How difficult is the trek to Pagsanjan Falls?
Pagsanjan Falls is rated easy on our scale. Boat ride plus a short walk; life vests are mandatory. See our difficulty guide for the criteria.
What type of waterfall is Pagsanjan Falls?
We describe Pagsanjan 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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