Ou’Sinlair Waterfall or 7-level waterfall - Rattanak Kiri Province
Ou’Sinlair waterfall, located in Ratanak
Kiri province, is an idyllic destination offering wonderful
opportunities for eco-tourism. The area is covered by the emerald forest
and surrounding mountains.
This waterfall has kept is secrets well
hidden in the jungle until only recently; the road conditions have
improved sufficiently to enable the adventurous to experience this
wonder natural waterfall during the dry season.
O’Sean-lair waterfall is found in Lum
Phat district, just 30km south-west of Banlung. There is no good road to
the falls, and this prevents mainstream tourism. Visitors get there by
truck or four wheels drive vehicles with an experienced driver at the
helm. Driving speeds are slow along the small trail which snakes through
the jungle and traverses several small rivers. The journey requires a
full day and travelers must prepare pre-packaged meals and drinks, none
are available on the trail or at the falls.
The cascade itself is a 7-level
waterfall, picturesquely located in the middle of the preserved tropical
jungle; sunlight barely penetrates some parts of the area.
There are 4 waterfalls in total on this
watercourse. The Ou’Sinlair Falls are in the central part of the stream,
with one cascade downstream and 2 more located about 3 hour walk
upstream. At the central part of the cascade, the water falls 4 meter
over a 30 meter span. This level is the most convenient place for
trekkers to bath and take a swing in the clear nature waterfall which
keeps temperatures cool.
The water flow during the dry season is
moderate, making it suitable for swimming. During the monsoon season,
the fast current, eddies and undertow make bathing hazardous.
Ou’Sinlair Waterfall is off the beaten
track and a rewarding retreat in the jungle. One can only speculate how
many more beautiful waterfalls lie hidden it the jungle awaiting
discovery.
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