Sele Ban Waterfall

Sele Ban Waterfall, also known as "Tunnel 30" (Tunel-e Si), is located in Mazandaran Province, in the village of Sele Ban, 30 kilometres south of the town of Pol Sefid. The waterfall lies in the heart of the Central Alborz mountains, in the Savadkuh region, and thanks to its mountain and forest scenery it is one of the most popular natural attractions in the area.

Sele Ban Waterfall springs from the heights of the mountains above the village and pours down powerfully over rocks and cliffs. The view downstream of the waterfall is beautiful and calming. At the foot of the waterfall a pool has formed, where you can swim in summer. On the way to the waterfall, you have to cross over rocks to reach the base of the falls. If you continue along the route, there is another waterfall higher up called the "Twin Waterfall" (Abshar-e Doqolu). The Sele Ban area lies in the heart of pristine, mountainous nature, and with its rivers, springs, valleys and waterfalls both small and large, it offers visitors a rich collection of ecotourism attractions. One of the area's most important features is its diverse vegetation and dense forests, which include a mix of many plant species, native trees and wildlife.

Near Sele Ban Waterfall, well-known sites such as Shurmast Lake and the Espahbod Khorshid Cave are also located in the same area, making a trip to the region even richer and more exciting. To reach the waterfall, head from Pol Sefid towards the village of Sele Ban. After reaching the village checkpoint, you have about half an hour of walking along a footpath that passes through the village. Along the way, you must cross the railway tracks, so take the necessary care. The best time to visit the waterfall is spring and summer, but in autumn the colourful leaves also give the area a special beauty.