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KUNCHIKAL FALLS

Masthikatte, Karnataka, India

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Kunchikal Falls located on the Shimoga- Udupi highway in Karnataka is India's highest waterfalls situated on River Varahi. There is also a hydro-electric plant installed on the waterfalls to generate electricity. Situated amidst the dense lusty woods, the waterfalls are also a popular trekking spot.

Interesting Facts

  • Kunchikal Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in India and the highest tiered waterfall of the country with a height of around 1493 feet.

Suggested time duration

4 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

July to September

Beware

● Trekking to the top is rocky and slippery. Don't go to the top. They have not even put support for walking there.

Do's & Dont's

  • Wear light and comfortable clothes.
  • Dispose all empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc only in dustbins.
  • Do not use detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
  • Do not leave cigarettes butts or make open fires in the forests. 
  • Do not blare music aloud while passing through the forest areas.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
 06:00 AM 05:00 PM Free Free

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Araga Bus Station
32.4 KM 9449596666
Kundapura Railway Station
45.6 KM 139
Mangalore International Airport
127 KM 08242220422

What to Carry

Carry water bottle and light food

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children

Facilities

Toilets

Parking

Parking is available for 10 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Thombattu 21.2 KM

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KUNCHIKAL FALLS

Kunchikal Abhi Falls, MAIN CIRCLE, Masthikatte, Karnataka, India

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