About Riam Merasap Waterfall
Riam Merasap Waterfall is a tiered cascade waterfall located in Desa Batang Air, Kecamatan Sanggau Ledo, Kabupaten Bengkayang, West Kalimantan. Set within tropical forest about 200 km north of Pontianak, it features multiple levels with wide rock terraces and natural pools. The site is a popular nature tourism destination in Bengkayang Regency known for its accessible forest setting, clear water, and scenic surroundings.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a multi-tiered waterfall flowing over broad, stepped rock formations surrounded by dense tropical forest. The main falls form shallow natural pools at the base suitable for wading and swimming. Access involves a short trek from the parking area along a forest trail with steps and bridges. The area includes gazebos, viewing spots, and open rocky areas for photography and picnicking in a natural forest environment.
Key highlights
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Multi-tiered cascade waterfall with wide rock terraces
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Natural pools at the base for swimming and wading
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Surrounding tropical forest landscape
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Photogenic rock formations and forest scenery
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Relatively accessible trek from parking area
Culture & Context
The waterfall is located in an area inhabited by Dayak communities and is managed as a local nature tourism asset for the surrounding villages in Sanggau Ledo