World's Tallest Waterfalls

About This Dataset

Waterfalls ranked by total height in metres according to Guinness World Records and geographic survey data. Angel Falls in Venezuela is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall at 979 metres, with its longest single drop of 807 metres — discovered by US aviator Jimmie Angel in 1933 when he flew over it in a small plane.

✨ AI Insight

The data reveals a striking gap between the top two waterfalls and the rest of the list. Angel Falls stands as the clear leader at 979 meters, with Tugela Falls trailing by a notable 31 meters. The next closest, Tres Hermanas, is 65 meters shorter, illustrating a significant drop-off in height among the top entries. This disparity may be attributed to the unique geological formations and climatic conditions that favor the development of such colossal waterfalls. The presence of multiple waterfalls in Peru suggests that the Andes Mountains provide an ideal environment for high-altitude water flows, while the prominence of Norwegian waterfalls highlights the influence of glacial melt in that region.

Source: Guinness World Records

Key Findings

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Angel Falls (Venezuela) leads with 979 in All Time.

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Average value in All Time: 898 · median: 898.

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Gap in All Time: Angel Falls (Venezuela) is 1.2× larger than Pu'uka'oku Falls (Hawaii).