India is home to some of the most mesmerizing waterfalls, each offering a unique blend of beauty and tranquility. From the towering Jog Falls in Karnataka, cascading from 830 feet, to the milky white Dudhsagar Falls in Goa, these natural marvels captivate with their grandeur. The serene Athirappilly Falls in Kerala, often called the “Niagara of India,” and the majestic Nohkalikai Falls in Meghalaya, India’s tallest plunge waterfall at 1115 feet, showcase the country’s diverse landscapes. Chitrakote Falls in Chhattisgarh, with its horseshoe shape, and Meenmutty Falls in Kerala’s lush Wayanad district are perfect spots for nature lovers. Whether surrounded by dense forests, nestled in mountain ranges, or roaring during monsoons, these waterfalls invite travelers to immerse themselves in India’s stunning natural beauty.
State | Waterfall | Location/Details | Height (Approx.) |
Andhra Pradesh | Talakona Waterfall | Sri Venkateswara National Park, Chittoor | 270 feet |
Arunachal Pradesh | Nuranang Falls | Tawang District | 328 feet |
Chhattisgarh | Chitrakote Falls | Bastar District, often called the “Niagara of India” | 95 feet |
Goa | Dudhsagar Falls | Mandovi River, near the Karnataka border | 1017 feet |
Himachal Pradesh | Bhagsu Waterfall | Near McLeod Ganj, Kangra District | 66 feet |
Jharkhand | Hundru Falls | Ranchi District | 322 feet |
Karnataka | Jog Falls | Sharavathi River, Shimoga District | 830 feet |
Abbey Falls | Coorg | 70 feet | |
Kerala | Athirappilly Falls | Chalakudy River, Thrissur District | 80 feet |
Meenmutty Falls | Wayanad District | 984 feet | |
Madhya Pradesh | Dhuandhar Falls | Narmada River, near Jabalpur | 98 feet |
Maharashtra | Thoseghar Falls | Satara District | 1600 feet (series of falls) |
Meghalaya | Nohkalikai Falls | Near Cherrapunji, East Khasi Hills | 1115 feet |
Seven Sisters Falls | Mawsmai, Cherrapunji | 1033 feet | |
Odisha | Barehipani Falls | Simlipal National Park | 1309 feet |
Khandadhar Falls | Sundergarh District | 801 feet | |
Tamil Nadu | Hogenakkal Falls | Kaveri River, Dharmapuri District | 66 feet |
Telangana | Kuntala Waterfall | Adilabad District | 150 feet |
Uttarakhand | Kempty Falls | Near Mussoorie | 136 feet |
West Bengal | Changey Falls | Near Lava, Kalimpong District | 300 feet |