Montpellier Falls
A tall single-drop waterfall in Barangay Guadalupe, Alegria, reached by a short village trail; no fee or guide reported.
The overview
About Montpellier Falls
Montpellier Falls (also spelled Montpeller) is a single-drop waterfall in Barangay Guadalupe, in the hills above Alegria town on Cebu's southwest coast. Sugbo.ph estimates the drop at around 100 feet, and The Manduls describes a steady, not very strong flow that lands on a large rock in a blue lagoon, with cliffs and jungle around it and a pebble bank in front. You can stand in the spray and swim, but the pool is not very deep and the rocks are slippery, so think twice before jumping in. The route is part of the trip. From Alegria's main road, a narrow uphill road leads to a painted wall sign, and a trail of roughly 10 to 15 minutes continues through palms and past a few houses. Clearings give sea views and, in good weather, a view of Negros Oriental. Part of the road can narrow to about 50 cm, so most visitors come by motorbike or habal-habal and not by car. Children from the houses sometimes offer to guide you, and you cross private land, so be polite. Writers in 2021 and 2025 report no entrance fee, no required guide and no facilities, so carry water, snacks and a bag for your trash. After heavy monsoon rain the falls can be closed because of strong flow or landslides, and the dry season (December to April) is the safer time. It suits confident walkers and motorbike riders who want a quiet waterfall away from the busier Moalboal and Badian stops.
What makes it worth it
Highlights
- Drop estimated at about 100 feet, landing in a blue lagoon
- Trail of roughly 10 to 15 minutes past village houses
- Sea views and, in clear weather, Negros Oriental from the trail
- No entrance fee or required guide reported
- No facilities; bring water and take trash out
- About 35 km from Moalboal, 40 to 50 minutes by motorbike
- 1 Use a motorbike or habal-habal, as the last stretch of road is very narrow and cars have little room to park or turn. Wear shoes with grip because rocks are slippery, and do not jump into the shallow pool. Bring water and food. Avoid visiting after heavy rain, and respect villagers' property and animals.
Wayfinder route
How to get there
From Cebu South Bus Terminal, take a bus or van heading through Alegria (about 4 hours) and get off in the town proper. Hire a habal-habal up to the trail start, a ride of roughly 10 to 15 minutes. From Moalboal it is about 35 km, or 40 to 50 minutes by motorbike. Set Montpellier Waterfall, Alegria, on Waze or Google Maps.
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Facts checked November 2026. Fees, hours and access change, so confirm locally before you go.
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Entrance Fee
No entrance or guide fee reported in 2021 and 2025 sources. Confirm locally.
Opening Hours
No official hours found; go in daylight, preferably in the morning.
Duration
4-6 hours (including trek)
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
Dry season for safer trails. Morning start recommended.
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