Kaieteur Falls

Potaro River, Potaro-Siparuni Region, Guyana

---

Kaieteur Falls is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world, located on the Potaro River in Guyana’s Potaro-Siparuni Region within the heart of the rainforest.

The waterfall plunges approximately 226 meters (741 feet) in a single drop, making it one of the tallest single-drop waterfalls on Earth. Surrounded by the pristine landscapes of Kaieteur National Park, the area is home to unique wildlife, including colorful birds, rare plants, and the tiny golden rocket frog.

According to local legend, the falls are named after an Indigenous chief named Kai, who sacrificed himself to save his people. Renowned for its immense power, remote wilderness setting, and breathtaking beauty, Kaieteur Falls is widely regarded as Guyana’s most iconic natural attraction and one of South America’s greatest natural wonders.