Ban Gioc Waterfall

Ban Gioc Waterfall is a large cascade waterfall on the Quay Son River in Dam Thuy Commune, Trung Khanh District, Cao Bang Province, northeastern Vietnam. It is the largest natural waterfall in Vietnam and one of the largest border waterfalls in the world, shared with Detian Falls on the Chinese side. Known for its multi-tiered limestone cascades, wide curtain of water and surrounding karst landscape, it is a major natural attraction in Cao Bang.

Visitors can expect a wide, multi-tiered waterfall flowing over limestone terraces on the Quay Son River, surrounded by karst mountains, rice fields and villages. Viewing platforms and paved paths allow sightseeing and photography from several levels. Bamboo rafts operate near the base of the falls for closer views. The area includes ticket counters, food stalls and souvenir shops, with nearby pagoda and cave sites accessible on the same visit.

Ban Gioc Waterfall has long served as a natural landmark on the Quay Son River in the border region of Cao Bang, an area historically inhabited by Tay and Nung communities and known for its karst landscape and river system.

The waterfall area is culturally associated with Tay and Nung ethnic communities of Cao Bang, reflected in local villages, traditional stilt houses, festivals and handicrafts found around Dam Thuy and Trung Khanh.