Khu du lịch Thác Datanla

What an adventure we had at Datanla Falls, its not only about the natural beauty but also the thrill of getting there. If you’re taking the Alpine Coaster, I recommend opting for the long track it’s worth it. You pass through beautiful forested slopes and end up right at one of the most scenic waterfalls in Da Lat. We had a blast on it and was so much fun. The views along the way are fantastic and the coaster adds a layer of excitement to the experience. There are two main falls to see the second one (reachable via a shorter coaster ride or walk) features a huge King Kong statue which makes for a fun and unexpected photo stop. From there, you’ll find a mix of scenic bridges, wooden walkways, and tropical gardens that offer fantastic photo angles. The first falls are more natural and powerful, with rock platforms and small viewing terraces perfect for photos or a short rest. There’s a clear path with steps surrounded by lush greenery, making the walk very enjoyable. Both sites are clean, accessible, and well maintained. You can easily spend a few hours here if you include both falls and the coaster ride. A great mix of nature and fun definitely worth adding to your Da Lat trip. Sunday 7:15 am–5 pm Monday 7:15 am–5 pm Tuesday 7:15 am–5 pm Wednesday 7:15 am–5 pm Thursday 7:15 am–5 pm Friday 7:15 am–5 pm Saturday 7:15 am–5 pm

Nice place not too far from the city center for a bit of trekking—lol. I visited Datanla Waterfall, and at the time, they were offering a Zipline + Coaster combo for 1 million VND per person. Not exactly cheap, but a fun experience overall. The zipline route is 1.5 km in total. The first stretch is 1 km, then you walk about 500 meters to the second zipline, which takes you to Waterfall 3. The coaster starts and ends at Waterfall 3 or Parking area. If you want to visit Waterfalls 1 and 2, you’ll need to hike uphill a bit. They’re not super close, but not too far either. After exploring, you can walk back to the Coaster at Waterfall 3. With the combo, you can use coaster to go up (parking area), then if you still want to use the coaster to go down, can exchange the, kind of, receipt to another coaster ticket for free (round trip). By the way, you can ride the coaster alone, which is a nice option if you prefer a solo experience. Be aware there’s another zipline and coaster option with a shorter distance which is cheaper and you may access from the main entrance. Staff are friendly. NOTE: if you want to actually see the waterfalls in their full beauty, don’t go during dry season - you will need a bit of rain for the best views (“water-fall”).

To get to the waterfall and back you need to ride the alpine coaster which cost 250k Dong per person. It is suitable and safe even for elderly. The waterfall is well maintained and have bathroom there. (They also have zipline at the waterfall)

This was my second time in Da Lat but my first visit to Datanla, and I truly enjoyed it! The scenery is relaxing, and the sound and view of the waterfalls were amazing. I also tried the alpine coaster, which was so much fun and made the experience even more memorable. There were quite a lot of tourists during my visit, but it was still very enjoyable overall. I recommend booking your tickets online in advance—it makes entry hassle-free and very convenient.

My son and I purchased an adventurous package deal for 1 million and 50K VND/person (= to 40 USD), which included 1500 meters of alpine zip lining, a twisty roller coaster ride, and an admission to the upper and lower of the Datanla Water Falls. It was worthwhile and fun.

Datanla Waterfall is one of Da Lat’s popular attractions, and it offers more than just a scenic waterfall. The highlight here is the alpine coaster that takes you down through the forest to reach the falls—fun, a little thrilling, and suitable for families. Once at the waterfall, the view is quite beautiful, with the sound of rushing water echoing through the greenery. The area is developed for tourism, so you’ll also find cable cars, adventure games, and walking trails if you want to spend more time. It can get busy, especially on weekends, but the organization is decent, so you won’t feel too overwhelmed. Overall, it’s a mix of natural beauty and outdoor activities—ideal if you want both sightseeing and a bit of adventure in Da Lat.

Datanla is one of those places that pretends to be about “nature” but actually runs on the good old pay-to-play model. You want to see the waterfall? Too bad, there’s no hiking in like a normal person. You either strap yourself to a zip line or hop on the gravity-powered toboggan. Nature with microtransactions. We chose the toboggan, 250k dongs per person. Picture a rollercoaster where you’re the operator, except you only control the brake. That’s it. Go fast, go slow, pray the guy in front doesn’t slam on his brakes because there are signs everywhere screaming “No stopping, no phones, no filming.” For once, nobody acted like a jerk, so the ride was smooth and genuinely fun. The zip line? Looks like the discount version of every travel influencer’s drone footage. You’ll scream, you’ll dangle, and you’ll pay for it. The third option, the high rope course, doesn’t even lead to the waterfall. That’s just the bonus level where you wobble on ropes in a wedgie harness designed to make you question your life choices. And the big reward at the end—the waterfall? Totally okay. It’s water falling. Nothing epic, nothing terrible. Just wet gravity. Verdict: if you’ve ever dreamed of being your own rollercoaster driver, take the toboggan. Otherwise, skip the whole thing and spend your dongs on cold beer and street food that doesn’t require a seat belt.

I loved the coaster ride to the bottom of the waterfalls. And the falls were stunning. Additional activities available include ziplining and rapelling (I did neither activity, but it sure was fun to watch).