What to expect
Highlights
- The stepped, moss-framed cascade.
- A shallow pool for a paddle in season.
- A green forest setting near Kigga.
Sirimane Falls
A pretty tiered waterfall in the forests near Kigga, about 20 km from Sringeri, where the stream steps down mossy rock into a pool that is safe for a paddle in season. This waterfall guide is organized from Sringeri 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 Sirimane Falls.
Practical guide
Plan Sirimane Falls
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseSringeri
Best timeJuly to December for good flow
Time needed1 to 1
EntrySmall entry/parking fee
Nearest town/baseSringeri
DistrictChikkamagaluru
Place typewaterfall
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours.
A pretty tiered waterfall in the forests near Kigga, about 20 km from Sringeri, where the stream steps down mossy rock into a pool that is safe for a paddle in season. This waterfall guide is organized from Sringeri 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 Sirimane Falls.
Sirimane Falls is a pretty tiered waterfall in the forests near Kigga, about 20 km from Sringeri, where a stream steps down mossy rock into a pool.
Smaller and gentler than the big Ghats falls, it is a popular short outing from Sringeri, with a shallow pool that is safe for a paddle when the flow is moderate.
Visiting
Sirimane Falls — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeJuly to December for good flow
Entry: Small entry/parking fee
Getting there: Near Kigga, ~20 km from Sringeri; road + short walk
Slippery rocks — do not enter the water in strong flow; carry litter out.
Getting there
How to visit
- ~20 km from Sringeri near Kigga; reach it by road/taxi and a short walk.
- A small entry/parking fee may apply; rocks are slippery — go carefully and avoid the pool in high monsoon flow.
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 good flow; combine with Sringeri.
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Visitor notes
- Slippery rocks — do not enter the water when the flow is strong, and carry your litter out.
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Where Sirimane Falls is
Good to know
Sirimane Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sirimane Falls?
July to December for good flow; combine with Sringeri.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sirimane Falls?
Entry: Small entry/parking fee. Timings: Daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sirimane Falls?
~20 km from Sringeri near Kigga; reach it by road/taxi and a short walk. A small entry/parking fee may apply; rocks are slippery — go carefully and avoid the pool in high monsoon flow.
How much time do I need for Sirimane Falls?
1 to 1.5 hours.
What else is near Sirimane Falls?
Nearby you can pair Vidyashankara Temple, Sringeri (8.4 km), Sharadamba Temple, Sringeri (8.4 km), Hanuman Gundi Falls (13.4 km), Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu (21.6 km).
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