There aren’t many things that occur in nature that are as beautiful as a waterfall. They emit such an immense beauty, yet powerful force at the same time. If you want to check out a waterfall, consider visiting one of the 5 most beautiful waterfalls in the world.
Angel Falls in Canaima, Venezuela:
The Angel Falls in Canaima, Venezuela is 16 times higher than Niagara Falls. The sheer size of the waterfall attracts many visitors each year. It is named for a pilot from Missouri named Jimmy Angel. He saw the waterfall for the first time in 1933 when he was searching for gold. The falls can be reached in a motorized canoe by traveling the Canaima Lagoon. You will then need to hike for about an hour to be able to get a good viewpoint of the falls.
Iguaza Falls in Argentina:
These falls consist of 275 falls that are almost two miles wide. One of the most popular areas of the falls is called Devil’s Throat. It is 2,300 feet long and 269 feet wide and in the shape of a horseshoe. There is railway system called Train of the Forest that takes visitors to the footbridges where they can see the waterfall. The falls see the most visitors in January and February and also around Easter.
Niagara Falls in Ontario, Canada: Niagara Falls is the strongest waterfall in North America. It’s so enormous that it spans through two countries: The United States and Canada. The easiest way to see these falls is on the Maid of the Mist. This enormous vessel has the capacity to seat 600 people and allows passengers to get so close to the falls that they will need to wear a rain poncho to avoid getting soaking wet. Rides on the Maid of the Mist are available from April through the end of October and cost $13.50 for each person.
Plitvice Waterfalls in Northern Dalmatia:
The Plitvice Waterfalls in Northern Dalmatia consist of waterfalls and karstic lakes. The waters are a deep turquoise which is caused by the runoff of the Dinaric Alps. Visitors can see these waterfalls at the Plitvice Lakes National Park. It costs $15 to get in and has information booths for tourists and boardwalks to make access to the waterfalls easier.
Victoria Falls in Livingstone, Zambia/Zimbabwe:
These falls are over a mile long. Many people have reported seeing sprays from the falls from 30 miles away on clear days. Animals such as hippos and elephants can usually be seen near the falls as well. The easiest way to see the Victoria Falls is to fly into the Livingstone International Airport and to take a tour of the area. Most people prefer to see the falls from February through May when the area’s rainy season has ended.
If you can only see one of nature’s natural phenomena’s in your lifetime, why not make it one of the top 5 most beautiful waterfalls in the world. They create a beautiful backdrop for pictures with their glistening water careening down it. Not only will they provide you with great vacation photos, but they will definitely leave you in a state of awe.
