{"id":6881,"date":"2026-06-12T08:57:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T08:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/?p=6881"},"modified":"2026-06-12T13:09:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T13:09:44","slug":"top-waterfalls-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/top-waterfalls-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Must-Visit Waterfalls in India Every Traveller Should Explore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you received nature calls? If yes, you should visit a waterfall. You might ask which waterfall you should explore if you haven\u2019t done it before. To help you in this regard, we have come up with the <\/span><b>top 10 must-visit waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog post on the <\/span><b>best waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we have briefly explained the 10 waterfalls with their location, height, width, ideal time to visit, and allied information like how to reach them. Keep reading this post till the end if you are a nature lover, photographer, adventure seeker, or visitor looking for a refreshing escape amid lush greenery and valleys.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Top 10 Must-Visit Waterfalls in India<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kunchikal Falls (Karnataka)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nohkalikai Falls (Meghalaya)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barehipani Falls (Odisha)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dudhsagar Falls (Goa)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jog Falls (Karnataka)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Athirappilly Falls (Kerala)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hogenakkal Falls (Tamil Nadu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chitrakote Falls (Chhattisgarh)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhagsu Waterfall (Himachal Pradesh)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kempty Falls (Uttarakhand)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>1. Kunchikal Falls (Karnataka)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5090\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/kunchikal-falls-karnataka.webp\" alt=\"Kunchikal Falls, the highest waterfall in India\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/kunchikal-falls-karnataka.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/kunchikal-falls-karnataka-300x125.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/kunchikal-falls-karnataka-1024x427.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/kunchikal-falls-karnataka-768x320.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, Kunchikal Falls is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/10-highest-waterfalls-in-india-how-and-where-to-spot-them\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">highest waterfall in India<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Fed by the water of the Varahi River, it cascades from a height of 1,493 feet (455 metres). This tiered waterfall is hidden in the Western Ghats and flows at its full force during the monsoon season.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Nidagodu village in Shimoga district, Karnataka.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 455 meters (1,493 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; About 100 metres.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Varahi River.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Open daily from sunrise to sunset. Restricted, but with a free pass from the Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) check-post.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Horsetail-shaped waterfall.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; About 400 km from Bangalore, 138 km from Mangalore, and 127 km from Shimoga.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Approximately 3 to 4 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; July to October.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Kundari Hill and Savehaklu Dam.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Nature lovers, photographers, and quiet seekers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Fly to either Bangalore or Mangalore Airport. Otherwise, board a direct or connecting train to Udupi or Shimoga Railway Station. From the railway station or airport, take public transport or hire a private taxi like a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/car-rental\/mangalore\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car rental in Mangalore<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or Bangalore to access the waterfall easily and smoothly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>2. Nohkalikai Falls (Meghalaya)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6886\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Nohkalikai-Falls-Cherrapunji-Meghalaya.webp\" alt=\"Nohkalikai Falls , Cherrapunji (Meghalaya) \" width=\"744\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Nohkalikai-Falls-Cherrapunji-Meghalaya.webp 744w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Nohkalikai-Falls-Cherrapunji-Meghalaya-300x138.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 744px) 100vw, 744px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Nohkalikai Falls is one of the <\/span><b>best waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It lies near Sohra (cherrapunji) in Meghalaya and cascades from a colossal height of 1, 115 feet. Dense rainforests surround it. The water of its pool changes its colour, deep green in summer and blue in winter. This waterfall is named after a tragic local legend.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; East Khasi Hills district, Sohra (Cherrapunji), Meghalaya.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 340 metres (1,115 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 23 metres (75 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Rainwater collected on the summit of a comparatively small plateau.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 1,239 metres (4,065 feet) from sea level.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; India&#8217;s tallest plunge waterfall, turns into a thundering cascade during the monsoon months, changing pool colour (blue in winter, and deep green in summer), viewing platforms, and local food and handicraft stalls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Approximately 8 km from Sohra (Cherrapunji), 54 km from Shillong, and 167 km from Guwahati.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 1 to 2 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Mid morning to late evening, July to September.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Mawsmai Cave, Thangkharang Park, Khoh Ramhah rock formation, and Seven Sisters Falls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Nature lovers, family sightseers, cultural folklore enthusiasts, and photographers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Take a direct or connecting flight to Guwahati Airport or Shillong Airport. If you love a rail journey, board a train to Guwahati Railway Station. From the airport, take a shared or private taxi to reach the Nohkalikai Falls.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>3. Barehipani Falls (Odisha)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5092\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/barehipani-falls-odisha.webp\" alt=\"Barehipani Falls Odisha\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/barehipani-falls-odisha.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/barehipani-falls-odisha-300x125.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/barehipani-falls-odisha-1024x427.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/barehipani-falls-odisha-768x320.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Barehipani Falls is the 2nd <\/span><b>highest waterfall in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Located within the Similipal National Park, which is surrounded by highly thick, biodiverse forests. It features a thriving ecosystem and attractive two-tiered water plunge.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mayurbhanj district, Odisha.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">399 metres (1,309 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">46 metres (150 feet) extends to 76 metres (250 feet) in the monsoon season. <\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budhabalanga River.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">400 metres above sea level.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6:00 am to 12:00 pm, Compulsory exit before sunset (usually around 6:00 pm).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two-tiered waterfall, reverberating sound, rich wildlife backdrop.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 125 km from Rourkela and 285 from Bhubaneswar.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 to 4 hours. <\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October to June, Closed during monsoon months (July to September).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joranda Waterfall and Barehipani Nature Camp.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wildlife photographers, nature lovers, ecotourists, family sightseers, and trekkers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fly to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) in Bhubaneswar or board a train to Baripada Railway Station. After arriving at the airport or railway station, hire a taxi\/car to reach the waterfall.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>4. Dudhsagar Falls (Goa)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5093\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/dudhsagar-falls-goa.webp\" alt=\"Dudhsagar Falls Goa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/dudhsagar-falls-goa.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/dudhsagar-falls-goa-300x125.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/dudhsagar-falls-goa-1024x427.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/dudhsagar-falls-goa-768x320.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dudhsagar Falls come to the minds of many visitors when they talk about or search for the <\/span><b>famous waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Located on the Goa-Karnataka border, it lies inside the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollam National Park. The term <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dudhsagar <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">means the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sea of Milk<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Visiting it will make you comprehend why it is called Dudhsagar Falls. It is as it appears as a flow of milk from a height.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollem National Park in the Sanguem taluka, Goa.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">310 metres (1,017 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 30 metres (100 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandovi River.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">310 metres (1,017 feet) from the sea level.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6:00 am to 5:00 pm.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four-tiered cascade, railway bridge view, and rich biodiversity.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 46 km from Madgaon (Margao), 80 km from Belagavi (Belgaum), and 70 km from Panaji (Panjim).<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 to 3 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October to February. To experience its wildest\/strong form, June to September.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tambdi Surla Temple, Devil&#8217;s Canyon (Devcharacho Kond), and Mollem National Park Spice Plantations.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trekking enthusiasts, photographers, nature lovers, families, and adventure seekers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fly to Dabolim Airport in central Goa or Manohar International Airport in North Goa. For a rail journey, board a direct or connecting train to the Madgaon Railway Station or the Kulem Railway Station.<\/span><b>\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>5. Jog Falls (Karnataka)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6883\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jog-Falls-Karnataka.webp\" alt=\"Jog Falls (Karnataka) - Famous waterfall attraction in India\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jog-Falls-Karnataka.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jog-Falls-Karnataka-300x138.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jog-Falls-Karnataka-1024x469.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jog-Falls-Karnataka-768x352.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Jog Falls holds a good place among the <\/span><b>top waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Fed by the Sharavathi River water, it plunges from a height of 253 metres and splits into four distinct beautiful cascades (Raja, Rani, Roarer, and Rocket). To witness its strongest form, the monsoon season (July to September) is an ideal time to visit it.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sagar taluk, Shivamogga\/Uttara Kannada districts, Karnataka.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">253 metres (830 feet).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">472 metres (1,549 feet).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharavathi River.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">488 metres (1,601 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7:30 am to 9:30 pm.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four-tiered cascade {unbroken drop (Raja), violent current (Roarer), a series of jets (Rocket), and a foamy cascade (Rani)} and multiple vantage points like the Watkins Platform and British Bungalow.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 100 km from Shivamogga (Shimoga), 130 km from Hubli, 210 from Mangalore (Mangaluru), and 400 km from Bangalore (Bengaluru).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 to 4 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July to September (monsoon).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linganamakki Dam, Honnemaradu, and Keladi and Ikkeri temples.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photographers, family weekend getaways, and nature lovers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a direct or connecting flight to Hubli or Mangalore Airport. You can board a direct\/indirect train to the Shimoga Railway Station if you love to travel by rail. Upon your arrival at the Hubli\/Mangalore Airport or the Shimoga Railway Station, hire a private taxi like a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/car-rental\/hubballi\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car rental in Hubli<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and Mangalore for a smooth drive to the waterfall.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>6. Athirappilly Falls (Kerala)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3941\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/athirapally-waterfalls.webp\" alt=\"Athirapally Waterfalls\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/athirapally-waterfalls.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/athirapally-waterfalls-300x138.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/athirapally-waterfalls-1024x469.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/athirapally-waterfalls-768x352.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Athirappilly Falls is the largest waterfall in Kerala and one of the most <\/span><b>beautiful waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Often referred to as the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Niagara of South India<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it lies in the lush Sholayar forest ranges and gets water from the clear Chalakudy River. This waterfall is famous for its dense, biodiverse surroundings and cinematic backdrops.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Athirappilly Panchayat, Chalakudy Taluk, Thrissur District, Kerala.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 25 metres (80 to 82 feet).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average 100 metres (330 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chalakudy River.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,000 feet.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sprawling, semi-circular cascade, a prime shooting location for notable Indian films like Baahubali and Dil Se.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 70 km from Cochin (Kochi) and 60 km from Thrissur.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 to 3 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September to January for lush greenery, a strong water flow, and pleasant weather. The monsoon season (July to September) is ideal to witness its strongest form.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vazhachal Waterfalls, Charpa Falls, and Thumboormuzhi Dam &amp; Garden.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bird-watchers, road-trip adventurers, nature lovers, and photographers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fly to the Cochin International Airport and book a taxi like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/car-rental\/cochin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car rental in Cochin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to reach the waterfall site smoothly. If you love a train journey, board a direct or connecting train to the Chalakudy Railway Station. From nearby cities\/towns, you can use a public\/private bus, auto, or taxi.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>7. Hogenakkal Falls (Tamil Nadu)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6884\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Hogenakkal-Falls-Tamil-Nadu.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"996\" height=\"456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Hogenakkal-Falls-Tamil-Nadu.webp 996w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Hogenakkal-Falls-Tamil-Nadu-300x137.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Hogenakkal-Falls-Tamil-Nadu-768x352.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 996px) 100vw, 996px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located right on the border with Karnataka, the Hogenakkal Falls is a spectacular waterfall and is one of the <\/span><b>must-visit waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Fed by the water of the Kavery River, it is known for its healing therapeutic baths, thrilling coracle boat rides, and surroundings with ancient carbonite rock formations.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 to 66 feet based on its specific water stream.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 1.5 km with its split into multiple channels.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kaveri River (Cauvery River).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">750 feet.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and 8:30 am to 5:30 pm for boating.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multi-channel water streams,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smoky rock effect, fresh local fish fries, ancient carbonatite rock formations, and healing\/medicinal baths.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 130 km from Bangalore and 340 km from Chennai.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 to 2 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July to September to witness its strongest form.<\/span><b>\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mettur Dam, Melagiri Hills, Crocodile Rehabilitation Centre, Children&#8217;s Park, and Hanging Bridge.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adventure seekers, photographers, weekend travellers, and nature lovers.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fly to the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru (Bangalore) or board a direct or connecting train to the Dharmapuri Railway Station. After arriving at the airport or railway station, book a private taxi like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/car-rental\/bangalore\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car rental in Bangalore <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to make your journey to the waterfall smoother and more comfortable.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>8. Chitrakote Falls (Chhattisgarh)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6885\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Chitrakote-Falls-Chhattisgarh.webp\" alt=\"Chitrakote Falls (Chhattisgarh)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Chitrakote-Falls-Chhattisgarh.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Chitrakote-Falls-Chhattisgarh-300x138.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Chitrakote-Falls-Chhattisgarh-1024x469.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Chitrakote-Falls-Chhattisgarh-768x352.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chitrakote Falls is a stunning natural horseshoe-shaped waterfall. It is located on the Indravati River in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India. Highly acknowledged as the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Niagara Falls of India<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is the broadest or <\/span><b>largest waterfall in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It spans over 300 metres during the monsoon months (July to September).<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indravati River, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29 metres (95 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Up to 300 metres (985 feet) during the monsoon season.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indravati River, a significant tributary of the Godavari River.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">546 metres (1,791 feet).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open daily from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Specific timings may differ.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horseshoe Shape, colour variation (reddish\/brown hue in monsoon to a clear, sparkling white in winter and summer), and boat rides.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 40 km from Jagdalpur and 275 km from Raipur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 to 3 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July to October.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tirathgarh Waterfalls, Kutumsar Caves, Danteshwari Temple, and Anthropological Museum.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature lovers, photographers, cultural explorers, and adventure seekers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a direct or connecting flight to Raipur. Otherwise, board a direct or connecting train to the Jagdalpur Railway Station. Ride a shared bus or hire a private taxi before or after your arrival at the nearest airport or railway station.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>9. Bhagsu Waterfall (Himachal Pradesh)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6887\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bhagsu-Waterfall-Himachal-Pradesh.webp\" alt=\"Bhagsu Waterfall (Himachal Pradesh)\" width=\"996\" height=\"456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bhagsu-Waterfall-Himachal-Pradesh.webp 996w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bhagsu-Waterfall-Himachal-Pradesh-300x137.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Bhagsu-Waterfall-Himachal-Pradesh-768x352.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 996px) 100vw, 996px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Counted among the <\/span><b>top waterfalls in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is a 20-metre scenic waterfall in Himachal Pradesh. It originates from the Dhauladhar range and is a short trek from McLeod Ganj. Due to the presence amid lush valleys and cosy cafes, it attracts trekkers, nature lovers, and visitors seeking a refreshing Himalayan escape.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhagsu Village, close to McLeod Ganj, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 metres (66 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No official measurement, but 20 to 30 metres during the monsoon season.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural and snowmelt freshwater springs from the Dhauladhar mountain range.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 2,000 metres (6,560 feet).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safe from the sunrise to sunset everyday.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A natural freshwater pool, a 5,000-year-old temple complex at the starting point, and the pathway featured with local cafes and eateries.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 3 km from McLeod Ganj, 11 km from Dharamshala, 90 km from the Pathankot Railway Station, and 242 km from Shimla.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 to 2 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September to November or March to June.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bhagsunag Temple, the Shiva Caf\u00e9, the Dalai Lama Temple, and Triund Trek Base.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backpackers, beginner trekkers, pilgrims, and nature lovers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fly to the Kangra Gaggal Airport or board a direct\/connecting train to the Pathankot Railway Station from major cities like Delhi and Amritsar. From the airport or railway station, use public transport or hire a private taxi to reach the site.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>10. Kempty Falls (Uttarakhand)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6797\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kempty-Falls-Uttarakhand.webp\" alt=\"Kempty WaterFalls in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kempty-Falls-Uttarakhand.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kempty-Falls-Uttarakhand-300x138.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kempty-Falls-Uttarakhand-1024x469.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kempty-Falls-Uttarakhand-768x352.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kempty Falls is a celebrated, terraced waterfall in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. Developed in 1835 by British officer John Mekinan, the name originated from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">camp-tea<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to the British tea parties historically hosted there. It is one of the most famous tourist and picnic spots in the region.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ram Gaon, the Yamunotri Road (NH 707A), Mussoorie, Uttarakhand.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Height &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 40 to 50 feet.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No official or documented measurement. 10 to 15 feet during the monsoon season.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water Source &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glacial streams.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Altitude &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,364 metres (4,500 feet).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timings &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8:00 am to 5:00 pm everyday.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Features &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Five tired cascades, a natural swimming pool at the base, boating ponds, a cable car, and numerous food stalls.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Distance from Nearby Major Cities &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 15 km from Mussoorie, 45 km from Dehradun, 85 km from Rishikesh, and 250 to 290 km from Delhi.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Spent Time &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 to 3 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Time to Visit &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">March to June for swimming and boating. July to September for witnessing its wildest and strongest form.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nearby Key Attractions &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gun Hill, Mussoorie Mall Road, George Everest&#8217;s House, Lake Mist, and Camel&#8217;s Back Road.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal for &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nature lovers, photographers, families, and groups looking for a picnic spot.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>How to Reach &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a direct or connecting flight to Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun. Otherwise, you can board a train to the Dehradun Railway Station. From the airport or railway station in Dehradun, ride a private taxi. With a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cholantours.com\/car-rental\/delhi\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">car rental in Delhi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can visit this waterfall on a <\/span><b>weekend tour from Delhi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q1. What are the most famous waterfalls in India?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most famous waterfalls in India are Dudhsagar Falls, Jog Falls, Nohkalikai Falls, Shivanasamudra Falls, and Athirappilly Falls.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q2. Which is the highest waterfall in India?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b> Kunchikal Falls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0is India\u2019s highest waterfall. It falls from a height of 455 metres (1,493 feet).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q3. Which is the widest waterfall in India?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Chitrakote Falls (also spelled Chitrakoot) is the widest waterfalls in India. Its average width is 29 metres (95 feet), which extends to 300 metres (980 feet) during the monsoon season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q4. What are the top waterfalls in India?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The top waterfalls in India are Nohkalikai Falls, Dudhsagar Falls, Jog Falls, and Athirappilly Falls. 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You might ask which waterfall you should explore if you haven\u2019t done it before. To help you in this regard, we have come up with the top 10 must-visit waterfalls in India. 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