Top 5 tallest waterfalls of India to visit in 2025
Top 5 tallest waterfalls of India to visit in 2025
From Meghalaya’s misty Nohkalikai Falls to Odisha’s Barehipani, discover India’s tallest waterfalls and why they should be on your 2025 travel bucket list.
Kunchikal Waterfalls, Karnataka: This is the tallest waterfall in India located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka. It has a height of 455 m or 1,493 ft. Formed by the Varahi River, it comes down rugged rocks amidst dense forests. The waterfall holds hydroelectric importance and the Varahi Hydroelectric Project has been developed around it.
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Barehipani Falls, Odisha: Located in the Simlipal National Park of Odisha, Barehipani is the second-highest waterfall in India. It has a height of 399 m or 1,309 ft. It is a two-tiered waterfall fed by the Budhabalanga River. The surrounding reserve forest is home to tigers, elephants and rich biodiversity, making the falls not only scenic but also an eco-tourism hotspot.
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Nohkalikai Falls, Meghalaya: This waterfall plunges dramatically from the cliffs near Cherrapunji, one of the wettest places on Earth. It has a height of 340 m or 1,115 ft. Nohkalikai is India’s tallest plunge waterfall. Rainwater-fed, it forms a turquoise pool at the bottom. The misty surroundings make it a must-visit.
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Nohsngithiang Falls, Meghalaya (Seven Sisters Falls): This magnificent segmented waterfall, also near Cherrapunji, earns its name from its seven parallel streams. It has a height of 315 m or 1,033 ft. It is seasonal and gushes in full glory during monsoon and dries up during winter. This place is considered to be Meghalaya’s charm.
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Dudhsagar Falls, Goa: The word “Dudhsagar” translates to “Sea of Milk”. It is India’s most iconic waterfall and has a height of 310 m or 1,020 ft. This waterfall cascades from the Mandovi River on the Goa-Karnataka border. Its white frothy appearance resembles milk pouring down. The falls are also famous for the railway bridge that runs across its backdrop.
