Top Waterfalls in India You Must to See This Monsoon

5 waterfalls in India you need to see this monsoon

There's something exciting about facing a waterfall flowing down from a height: you stand on the edge, hesitating before finally taking a deep breath and dipping yourself under the torrent. The apprehensiveness is easily replaced by a rush of adrenaline and you emerge breathless, but undaunted, grinning ear to ear. And even for those who choose to stay dry, a picnic by a waterfall—with the roar of the water in the background, fine spray in the air—is one of the most immersive ways to experience the outdoors. And there's no better time to do that than when the rivers are deluged by the monsoon rains. While there's no dearth of waterfalls to seek out, here are five waterfalls in India to gush about.



1 NATURAL WONDERS, KARNATAKA

Jog Falls

Hidden within the thick forests in Sagara (Karnataka), the Jog Falls are created by the Sharavathi River tumbling over four breathtaking cascades—Raja, Rani, Rover and Rocket—which combine to form a grand waterfall.



2 NATURAL WONDERS, GOA

Dudhsagar Falls

Locals say that Goa is never more attractive than when it rains. Far from the beaches and tourist hotspots, the forested hinterland of the State literally comes alive during the monsoon.



3 NATURAL WONDERS, KERALA

Athirappilly Falls

Nicknamed ‘The Niagara of India,’ for a reason, the Athirappilly Falls in Thrissur (Kerala) are a sight to behold for their panoramic stretch—a 330-foot wide span.



4 NATURAL WONDERS, CHHATTISGARH

Chitrakoot Falls

Possibly the most majestic waterfall in the country, the Chitrakoot Falls span a prodigious 520-feet across a horseshoe-shaped cliff from where the muddy waters hurtle down close to a 100 feet.



5 NATURAL WONDERS, TAMIL NADU

Hogenakkal Falls

Experiences like coracle rides (round wickerwork boats called parisals by the locals) and medicinal baths make Hogenakkal Falls literally a much more immersive experience than other large waterfalls in the country.