The highest and the most spectacular waterfalls in the state, the Vantawng Falls is tucked amidst dense forests and resembles a stream of milk. Plummeting down from a height of 750 ft, it is believed to be the 13th highest waterfall in India. The falls is surrounded by bamboo groves and since the terrain is a bit difficult, a viewing post has been set up by the Tourism Department to enable visitors to enjoy the view. The waterfall sources its water from the Vanva river nearby.

According to legend, the waterfall has been named after an excellent swimmer called Vantawng, whose prowess was comparable to a fish's. It is believed that once upon a time when he was swimming in the pool at the base of the waterfall, he was killed by a drifting log. The Vantawng Falls lie about 137 km from Aizawl.

Covering an area of 500 sq km, Dampa Tiger Reserve is the largest wildlife sanctuary in the state of Mizoram. The sanctuary is home to elephants, gaur, binturong, dhole, bear, tiger and many primates as well as hornbills, jungle fowls, pheasants and wood pigeons. One can also come across a fine habitation of amphibians and reptiles and 16 species of lizards. The best time to visit Dampa Tiger Reserve, located around 130 km from Aizawl, is between October and April. Before getting to the sanctuary, visitors need to get in contact with Mizoram's Department of Environment and Forest. The reserve is located on the state's north-western border and shares an 80 km international border with the neighbouring nation of Bangladesh.