From Cardiff: Guided South Wales' Amazing Waterfalls Tour

Name: From Cardiff: Guided South Wales' Amazing Waterfalls Tour
Brand: Viator
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Travel in comfort between locations in an electric mini-van, with a total of approximately 7 km of walking throughout the day. Each stop includes short scenic walks, with only gentle ascents on well-maintained paths.

Visit Aberdulais Falls and see its historic water wheel Watch the cascades at Melincourt Falls Walk behind the spectacular Henrhyd Falls Enjoy a scenic drive over Rhigos Mountain with panoramic views Embark on a forest walk to the beautiful Pen Pych waterfall Optional stop at Rhondda Heritage Park

Led by an experienced Mountain Leader and Green Badge Tourist Guide, with decades of local knowledge. Expect stories of the landscape, industrial past, and the natural forces that shaped these dramatic valleys. Travel in a comfortable, small-group vehicle, ensuring a relaxed and personal experience. The walks cover varied terrain: woodland paths, riverside trails, and some rough, muddy sections. You’ll gain height gradually as we explore this beautiful corner of Wales.

Included

First Aid Kit

Not included

Packed Lunch
Personal clothing suitable for hiking

What you'll do

Aberdulais Tin Works & Waterfall
Off A4109, 3 miles north of Neath., Car Park across the road from main entrance, Aberdulais, United Kingdom
Your journey begins at Aberdulais Falls, where powerful waters once drove one of Europe’s largest water wheels during the Industrial Revolution, the large waterwheel is still there today and the falls themselves are picturesque, a haven for wildlife and native plants and anyone keen to explore. (1km)
45 min
Continue to Melincwrt Falls, a tranquil setting in an ancient upland oak woodlan
d, stream, and waterfalls cascade into the gorge below. (1km)
45 min
We then travel onward to the spectacular Henrhyd Falls (Batman's cave) the talle
st waterfall in South Wales, tumbling dramatically into a deep, echoing gorge. A fitting grand finale to a day of waterfalls!
1 hour
Rhigos Viewpoint
Treherbert Road, Treorchy, United Kingdom
The tour continues with a scenic drive over the dramatic Rhigos Mountain Road, offering sweeping views across the surrounding peaks and a quick stop for a photo
10 min
Pen Pych - Mountain
Pen Pych Mountain, Blaen Y Cwm Road, Treorchy, United Kingdom
Final scenic forest walk to Pen Pych waterfalls, a hidden gem nestled on the mountainside. (3.5km)
1h 30m
Rhondda Heritage Park - A Welsh Coal Mining Experience
Coedcae Road, Trehafod, Pontypridd, Cardiff, United Kingdom
If time allows, you’ll also have the option to visit Rhondda Heritage Park to learn about the rich coal mining history of the Welsh Valleys, perhaps finishing with a traditional cup of tea and cake.
30 min

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

Pickup details

Please arrive 10 minutes early for a prompt departure, we meet on the steps at the front entrance of the museum. Look for an electric minivan with Wales Outdoors logo on the back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Andy may bring his dog with him, we might meet owners with on or off lead dogs in the British countryside

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.