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10 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World to Inspire Your Wanderlust

By Ashley Lall Updated: January 5, 2020

If the brutal winter weather has got you aching for a vacation, we can’t say we blame you. And while you may not be able to hop on a plane to a tropical island right this moment, daydreaming can sometimes do the job. Some say that planning a vacation is even more enjoyable than taking the trip itself! To help you in your visualizing efforts, we’ve gathered a list of some of the worlds most breathtaking waterfalls that are sure to caption your attention.

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The sight of a beautiful waterfall captivates and tranquilizes us. There’s something about how nature can create these miracles, large and small, that takes us to a place where everything flows effortlessly. Sounds like a dream, right? Scroll through the gallery below and take your peepers on a mental road trip with the most beautiful waterfalls in the world.

Most Beautiful Waterfalls Havasu Falls

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Havasu Falls

The beautiful Havasu Falls are a part of the Havasupai Waterfalls that flow over the breathtaking red rocks of the Grand Canyon. These falls are found on the Havasupai Indian reservation.
Torc Waterfalls

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Torc Waterfalls

Torc Waterfalls is a bit further away, but no less awe-inspiring. These stunning falls are located in Killarney National Park in Ireland at the base of Torc Mountain.
Thi Lo Su Waterfall

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Thi Lo Su Falls

The dazzling Thi Lo Su Waterfalls are located in Thailand along the Burmese border, and tourists and natives alike aren’t allowed to drive to get in to see the falls. However, you can be taken up by a tour guide to see the falls and bathe in the many pools that form at the bottom of them.
Burney Falls

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Burney Falls

The picturesque Burney Falls are found right in our home country in Shasta County, California. The water flowing in these falls actually come from an underground spring.
Yosemite Falls

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Yosemite Falls

Another stunning waterfall right in our backyard, Yosemite Falls flows in Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County, California. Hiking to the top of the falls takes about eight hours, but viewers can hike just two hours for some of the best views.
Angel Falls

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Angel Falls

The magnificent Angel Falls is the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall, flowing from over 3,000 feet in the air in Venezuela. They are so named after an American aviator, Jimmie Angel, who was the first to fly over the falls. Angel's ashes were scattered over the falls after his death in 1956.
Plitvice Falls

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Plitvice Falls

The scenic Plitvice Falls in Croatia are found in Plitvice National Park. Around the falls, tourists enjoy swimming in the greenish-blue lakes and exploring the surrounding caves.
Manawaiopuna Falls

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Manawaiopuna Falls

Manawaiopuna Falls, also known as "Jurrassic Falls," was made famous by the Jurassic Park films. These breathtaking falls are located in Hawaii, and the only way you can see them is by helicopter, as they’re located on a private island inhabited by a lush rainforest at the bottom.
Multnomah Falls

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Multnomah Falls

Located in the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon, Multnomah Falls, according to Native American folklore, was created to win the love of a princess who wanted a private place to bathe.
Kaieteur Falls

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Kaieteur Falls

Another international gem, Kaieteur Falls is located in Guyana on the Potato River. It is the worlds largest single-drop waterfall, about four times higher than Niagara Falls along the US and Canada border.