The 5 most beautiful waterfalls in the world

Metro-work-sleep? When was your last reconnection with nature? Today, we present to you the 5 most beautiful waterfalls in the world to explore during your holidays.

Ready for a breath of fresh air?

Niagara Falls, between Canada and the United States

Located on the Canadian-American border, Niagara Falls is known worldwide. With its 1,203 meters width, it is by far the largest waterfall in the world. Its falls encompass three distinct parts: American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe, or Canadian Falls.

Come discover our travel ideas for Canada:

• The hidden beauties of Gaspésie
• Trip to the Canadian Rockies, the most beautiful places in Western Canada

Plitvice Waterfalls in Croatia

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is renowned for its 16 magnificent lakes. You can appreciate their beautiful colors with crystalline shades of emerald and turquoise. Each year, more than 1,000,000 visitors go there.

Come discover our travel ideas for Croatia:

• A long weekend in Split
• A weekend in Zagreb

Havasu Falls in Arizona, United States

A true little piece of paradise, Havasu Falls is located in the Grand Canyon, Arizona, more precisely in the remote Havasupai Indian Reservation. You can hear the sound of the water from afar, echoing off the surrounding rocky walls. A sublime spectacle of nature!

For a better experience, equip yourself with comfortable and waterproof shoes.

Come discover our travel ideas for the United States:

• The Essentials of the West
• California Dream

Kaieteur Falls, Guyana

Kaieteur Falls is located on the Potaro River in the central Essequibo territory, in Guyana, not to be confused with French Guiana.

With a total height of 251 m, Kaieteur is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world with an average flow of 663 m³ per second (23,400 ft³ per second). Mind-blowing!

Gullfoss (The Golden Falls), Iceland

Considered the most famous attraction in Iceland, Gullfoss is a massive waterfall on the Hvita River, which originates from the Langjokull glacial lake.

Gullfoss means "The Golden Falls" because the glacial sediments in the water make the falls golden in the sunlight. A spectacle not to be missed!

Come discover our travel ideas for Iceland:

• Discovering Iceland, itinerary in Viking territory
• Volcanoes, glaciers and geothermal energy in southern Iceland