What to expect
Highlights
- The ~30 m fall into a forest pool.
- The rainforest setting inside Kudremukh National Park.
- The stepped descent through green forest.
Hanuman Gundi Falls
A waterfall inside the Kudremukh National Park, reached down a long flight of steps, dropping around 30 m into a rocky pool amid rainforest; also known as Soojipara. This waterfall guide is organized from Kudremukh in Chikkamagaluru district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Hanuman Gundi Falls.
Practical guide
Plan Hanuman Gundi Falls
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseKudremukh
Best timeJuly to December for full flow
Time needed1 to 1
EntrySmall national-park entry fee
Nearest town/baseKudremukh
DistrictChikkamagaluru
Place typewaterfall
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours including the steps.
A waterfall inside the Kudremukh National Park, reached down a long flight of steps, dropping around 30 m into a rocky pool amid rainforest; also known as Soojipara. This waterfall guide is organized from Kudremukh in Chikkamagaluru district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which verified stays, local guides, jeep or taxi operators, food stops, permits and safety-aware activity providers should be verified around Hanuman Gundi Falls.
Hanuman Gundi Falls (Soojipara) lies inside the Kudremukh National Park, where a stream drops around 30 m into a rocky pool surrounded by rainforest.
A long flight of stone steps leads down to the base; the falls are at their fullest in and after the monsoon and reduce sharply in the dry months.
Visiting
Hanuman Gundi Falls — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeJuly to December for full flow
Entry: Small national-park entry fee
Getting there: On the Kudremukh–Kalasa road inside the park, ~90 km from Chikkamagaluru
Steep, slippery steps — keep behind railings, take litter out, watch for leeches.
Getting there
How to visit
- On the Kudremukh–Kalasa road inside the national park, ~90 km from Chikkamagaluru; reach it by road, then descend the long steps.
- A small park entry fee applies; the steps and rocks are slippery — go carefully and do not climb near the lip of the falls.
Distance by road
- Hassan55 km
- Shivamogga90 km
- Mangaluru150 km
- Mysuru165 km
- Bengaluru245 km
Road km to Chikkamagaluru; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
July to December for full flow; a national-park setting, so check access in the monsoon.
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Visitor notes
- Steep, slippery steps in a national park — keep behind railings, take litter out, and watch for leeches after rain.
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Hanuman Gundi Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Hanuman Gundi Falls?
July to December for full flow; a national-park setting, so check access in the monsoon.
What are the entry fee and timings at Hanuman Gundi Falls?
Entry: Small national-park entry fee. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Hanuman Gundi Falls?
On the Kudremukh–Kalasa road inside the national park, ~90 km from Chikkamagaluru; reach it by road, then descend the long steps. A small park entry fee applies; the steps and rocks are slippery — go carefully and do not climb near the lip of the falls.
How much time do I need for Hanuman Gundi Falls?
1 to 1.5 hours including the steps.
What else is near Hanuman Gundi Falls?
Nearby you can pair Sirimane Falls (13.4 km), Vidyashankara Temple, Sringeri (19.3 km), Sharadamba Temple, Sringeri (19.3 km), Kudremukh Peak (19.8 km).
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