From the center of Dak Na commune (Tu Mo Rong district, Kon Tum province), visitors can journey past layered terraced fields, winding stone streams, serpentine roads through vast pine forests, and lush green meadows, eventually hearing the roaring sound of rushing water.

That sound comes from the majestic Siu Puong Waterfall, located between the two mountain ranges Ngoc Kal and Ngoc Pang, about 89 kilometers from Kon Tum City.

At an elevation of 1,600 meters above sea level, Siu Puong is one of the tallest waterfalls in Vietnam. Its waters originate from the peak of Ngoc Linh mountain.

The waterfall stretches about 240 meters but does not cascade straight down like many others in the Central Highlands. Instead, Siu Puong flows in a unique zigzag pattern across seven distinct tiers.

The highest tier of the waterfall stands at 60 meters tall. The next four tiers each have a height of around 40 meters, while the remaining two shorter tiers are about 10 meters high each.

Depending on the water flow, the width of the waterfall’s surface varies throughout the year. During the rainy season, when water is abundant, the waterfall can span up to 30 meters wide.

At this time, seen from afar, the waterfall looks like a soft, white silk ribbon winding through the lush green mountains.

Originating from high mountains and flowing through vast forests, the water of Siu Puong is crystal clear and refreshingly cool throughout the year. Beneath each tier of the waterfall are natural, pristine pools.

Not only does it possess a majestic and untouched beauty, but Siu Puong Waterfall is also considered a sacred place by the local Xo Dang people. The Xo Dang community regards the water from the waterfall as holy water.

They use this sacred water for daily life but refrain from performing activities that could contaminate it, such as washing clothes or bathing directly at the source. Additionally, they avoid crossing the water with the deceased.

Today, Siu Puong Waterfall attracts many tourists who come to explore and experience its wonders. The best time to fully appreciate its beauty is around October.

At this time, Siu Puong is replenished with an abundant water supply from upstream. The cool waters of the waterfall provide an ideal spot for visitors to relax and unwind.

Here, visitors can enjoy the fresh air of nature, letting go of life’s stresses and fatigue.

After exploring one of Vietnam's tallest waterfalls, visitors can journey to Le Vang village, located about 8 kilometers from Siu Puong. From above, Le Vang village looks like a green oasis, brimming with fruit trees.

The local people here have preserved their gong-playing traditions and other cultural customs, such as the New Rice Festival, the water trough-making ceremony, bamboo weaving, and fabric weaving.