Dee Doke Waterfall and Lagoon gets it’s beautiful turquoise blue color from the surrounding minerals in the limestone surrounding karstThere are two main natural pools you can swim inA lower larger pool with a small waterfall and an upper poolboth of which are worth visitingThere are also a series of very small layered rock pools you can dip yourself in but not really large enough to swim inThe Dee Doke waterfall itself is rather small and not super impressivebut most people come here to relax in the beautiful water.
Dee Doke Dee Dote is perfect for anyone that likes traveling off the beaten pathIt’s a hidden gem and not very frequented by foreign touristYou will mostly find local families and friends swimming and picnicking at Dee Doke trying to beat the heat.
After you park your scooter on the right hand side the will be some natural steps leading up the mountain sideThere aren’t really any signs but there was only one obvious path that I could seeso it should be rather straightforwardThe hike is not to strenuous but may require a water break on a hot day.
Walk up this trail for about 20 minutes and you will come to a split.
If you go Left it goes to the lower swimming lagoon with a small waterfallThis lagoon is larger than the upper lagoon.
If you go Right at the split it will take you to the upper swimming lagoon after a couple minutes hikeThis lagoon is smaller but well worth the visit.
Whether you are looking for some of the hidden gems near Mandalay with less crowds or just want to cool of in some amazing beautiful waterA journey to Dee Doke Waterfall and Lagoons are well worth the effort and also an inexpensive activity to do for those on a shoestring budgetAlthough sightseeing beautiful temples can be great sometimes you just want to kick off your shoes and relax in some cool waterIf that’s your vibe than Dee Doke Waterfall is the place for you.,
