The Top 17 Waterfalls in the Greater Caucasus
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 17
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in the Greater Caucasus. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in the Greater Caucasus. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: September 26, 2025
Take a shower or bring your jacket. But its worth it!
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The border post houses a mounted border patrol. The hiking trail leads to the waterfall and the Ushba, but also directly to (or over) the Russian border into the North Caucasus.
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Better don't cross!
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A difficult climb to the waterfall itself up the loose stones. Do not go behind the blue plate, border guards will catch you. You can’t shoot them either.
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The waterfall is almost invisible if you approach it from the south (from the side of the Valley of Charms) or the west (from the side of Mount Sapun). With …
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Heavy, long climb up, the waterfall opens in parts from several "shelves"
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The ecological trail "Green World Around" is located in a natural attraction on the outskirts of the city of Goryachiy Klyuch.
Along an equipped path with flights of stairs you …
Along an equipped path with flights of stairs you …
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A natural landmark on the outskirts of the city of Goryachiy Klyuch.
The gorge is about one hundred meters long and up to fifteen meters high.
Here you can see …
The gorge is about one hundred meters long and up to fifteen meters high.
Here you can see …
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This a segment of the old, now abandoned road to Krasnaya Polyana. With its somewhat remote location and scenic views it is a true perl for a runner or hiker. Be aware that at some parts stones might fall.
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Here is the waterfall "Khansky", Extreme Park, Tesnina - Stone bowl and a monument to Leo Tolstoy and Hadji Murat
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