About Colasi Falls
Colasi Falls is a forested waterfall located in Barangay Colasi, municipality of Mercedes in Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines. Set within lush vegetation and reached by a short trek through rural trails and streams, it features a multi-tiered cascade flowing into a natural basin. Known as a local eco-tourism spot, it offers a quiet natural setting for swimming and picnics away from the coastal attractions of Mercedes.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a natural forest setting reached after a trek from Barangay Colasi through trails, small streams and river crossings. The falls consist of a cascade flowing over rock formations into a shallow natural pool surrounded by trees and boulders. The area is undeveloped with no major structures, offering space for swimming, wading, photography and picnics in a quiet rural environment.
Key highlights
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Multi-tiered cascade flowing into a natural swimming basin
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Forested setting surrounded by lush vegetation and rock formations
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Short trek through rural trails and streams from Barangay Colasi
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Quiet eco-tourism site away from Mercedes coastal areas
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Opportunity for swimming, photography and nature viewing
Route
| By road | From Daet, take the road to Mercedes town proper, then proceed to Barangay Colasi. From the barangay jump-off, continue on foot via trails and stream crossings to the falls. |
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| By public transport | Vans or jeepneys operate between Daet and Mercedes. From Mercedes town, hire a habal-habal (motorcycle taxi) to Barangay Colasi jump-off point and proceed with a local guide on foot. |