During the monsoon season, India gets surrounded by beautiful and natural scenery, due to the mountains, rivers, and magnificent lakes which are in full swing with beautiful flowers and lush green trees. Mountain waterfalls are an important part of the popular hill stations.
Here is the list of the top 10 most beautiful waterfalls in India which are famous in the world with some tips for tourists.
10. Vantawng Falls
Vantawng Falls is one of the highest and most picturesque waterfalls in Mizoram. It is situated around 137 kilometers away from Aizawl and 5 kilometers away from the Thenzawl village in the Serchhip district.
Going close to this beautiful waterfall can be difficult as it is surrounded by difficult stone terrain and lush greenery. However, for the visitors, the tourism department makes it possible post set up to enjoy the natural beauty of the place.
9. Kune Falls
Kune Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in Khandala, Maharashtra. Situated in the Lonavla and Khandala valley in Pune, this falls attracts a lot of tourists from around the world during the rainy season when the fall is at its full peak and flows down with a tremendous gush.
The three-tier waterfall falls down from a great height of around 200 meters or 650 feet approximately. The highest drop at Kune Falls is around 100 meters.
8. Jog Falls
Jog Falls is the highest plunge waterfall located around Sagara, Shimoga District in Karnataka. These segmented falls attract tourists from all around the world. The beautiful waterfall is also known as Jogada Gundi, Gerusoppe falls, and Gersoppa Falls. It is a wonderful location for sightseeing. The fall is formed by the Sharavathi River which falls from a height of around 253 m (830 ft).
7. Thalaiyar Falls
Thalaiyar Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in India. It is situated in the Palani Hills of the Dindigul District in Tamil Nadu. This beautiful waterfall falls from a height of 975 feet. It is also known as Rat tail falls as it can be observed from a long distance as a silver lining.
The tourists are allowed to hike near the falls in the dry season. However, hiking is only allowed to its bottom as there has been a number of accidents. There is a lot more to be explored because of the lack of roads for the destination.
6. Meenmutty Falls
Meenmutty Falls is situated in the Neyyar reservoir area in Kerala at a distance of 29 kilometers from Kalpetta and 45 kilometers from Trivandrum. It is one of the exotic places where filmmakers love to shoot. One can reach the spot via Kozhikode.
Meenmutty Falls has a 3 tired look and falls from a height of 1000 meters. The beautiful waterfalls really sing. However, it is not a great location for fish. This is the place for travelers.
5. Dudhsagar Falls
Dudhsagar Falls is one of the tallest and mesmerizing waterfalls in India. It is situated at the Goa-Karnataka border. Dudhsagar Falls means "Sea of Milk." The spot became popular in the world after the shot of scenes in the blockbuster movie, Chennai Express.
To see the beauty of this spot, one has to trek, unlike typical tourist destinations. The best time to observe Dudhsagar Falls is towards the end of the monsoon season. It is visible towards the last 1 kilometer. Be ready for occasional showers during monsoon season.
4. Nohkalikai Falls
Nohkalikai Falls is the tallest waterfall in Cherrapunjee. Most beautiful waterfalls in this area lose their luster after the monsoon season. However, this waterfall maintains its performance. In fact, it performs better in the winter season. Thus, this beautiful waterfall in India has staying power even after the monsoon season. This place becomes wettest during the monsoon season.
3. Langshiang Falls
Langshiang Falls is the 3rd highest waterfall situated in the West Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya. The Langshiang Falls fall from the height of 1,106 ft. It formed due to the confluence of the Kynshi river's two streams close to Sangriang. This spot is considered a mystery to visitors of the West Khasi Hills district to observe these amazing waterfalls.
2. Barehipani Falls
Barehipani Falls is a two-tiered waterfall situated on the Budhabalanga River within Simlipal National Park in Odisha over the Meghasan mountain. The best time to observe Barehipani Falls is from October to June. Hence, one can add this place to the summer and winter vacation list.
The spot is a major attraction for visitors and is popular for housing animals like White and Bengal tigers. Another tourist spot situated near the falls is Joranda Waterfalls.
1. Kunchikal Falls
Kunchikal Falls is situated near Masthikatte-Hulikal in Karnataka. The distance between Kunchikal Falls and Shimoga is 97 km. The Kunchikal Falls are said to be the highest waterfalls in India. However, the construction of Mani Dam and the hydroelectric power plant near Masthikatte has tremendously reduced the water flow.
There is a range of small and astonishing waterfalls surrounding the place, making it picturesque sight. The waterfall is currently only viewable from July to September months.
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