Datanla Waterfall

Datanla Waterfall is a multi-tiered cascade waterfall located on Prenn Pass about 5 km south of central Da Lat in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam. Set within a pine forest, it is one of Da Lat's most visited natural attractions. The falls descend over seven tiers through forested slopes and rocky terrain. It is notable for combining natural scenery with managed adventure activities such as an alpine coaster, canyoning and ziplining.

Visitors can expect a forested waterfall site with paved paths, stairways and viewpoints leading down to the cascade tiers. The main falls flow through pine-covered slopes with viewing platforms and bridges. The site is developed as a tourist area with an alpine coaster that runs through the forest to the base of the falls, plus areas for canyoning, abseiling and ziplining. There are ticket counters, food stalls and souvenir shops near the entrance and parking area.

The name Datanla originates from the K'Ho ethnic language phrase 'Datamla' meaning water under leaves, referring to the forested setting. The area was historically inhabited by K'Ho people and later developed as a scenic site during the French colonial period when Da Lat was established as a hill station.

The waterfall is associated with local K'Ho folklore, including legends of ethnic minority heroes, and is considered a representative natural landmark of Da Lat's pine forest landscape. It reflects the cultural identity of the Central Highlands and is a prominent feature in Lam Dong tourism promotion.