What to expect
Highlights
- The multi-tier cascade.
- The milky “butter” pool.
- The forest trek in.
Benne Hole Falls
Benne Hole Falls is a multi-tier forest waterfall about 25 km from Siddapur, reached by a trek.
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Benne Hole Falls
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Typewaterfall
Nearest baseSiddapur
DistrictUttara Kannada
Best timeThe monsoon and just after, when the…
Time neededHalf a day with the trek
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Its name means “butter pool”, for the milky look of its water.
Getting there
How to visit
- About 25 km from Siddapur, then a forest trek to the fall; by road to the trailhead.
- A forest walk to a waterfall — wear shoes, carry water and watch for leeches after rain.
Distance by road
- Panaji (Goa)100 km
- Hubballi165 km
- Udupi175 km
- Mangaluru270 km
- Bengaluru500 km
Road km to Uttara Kannada; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
The monsoon and just after, when the fall is in full flow.
Weather in Benne Hole FallsSeasonal guide
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Today at Benne Hole Falls
Sunrise6:23 am
Sunset6:10 pm
Golden hour best light5:10 pm–6:10 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:10 pm–6:35 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 260°
Moon tonight🌔 Waxing gibbous · 58%
Retreating monsoon. October and November still see spells of rain from the retreating monsoon, though it is usually lighter than mid-year. Conditions are generally good but worth checking.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- A trek to slippery falls — go with a guide or in a group and start early.
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Benne Hole Falls — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeThe monsoon and just after, for full flow
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Benne Hole Falls
About 25 km from Siddapur, then a forest trek; by road to the trailhead
Getting back
If you are travelling by bus or ferry, check the return service with the operator before setting out. Leave time to reach the stop or jetty after your visit.
- KSRTC— the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries.Online booking.
- Indian Railways— live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Benne Hole Falls
If you need step-free access, contact the site before travelling. Ask about a level entrance, steps along the route, the nearest drop-off point, seating and accessible toilets.
If you need help at Benne Hole Falls
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Where Benne Hole Falls is
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Benne Hole Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Benne Hole Falls?
The monsoon and just after, when the fall is in full flow.
What are the entry fee and timings at Benne Hole Falls?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours.
How do I reach Benne Hole Falls?
About 25 km from Siddapur, then a forest trek to the fall; by road to the trailhead. A forest walk to a waterfall — wear shoes, carry water and watch for leeches after rain.
How much time do I need for Benne Hole Falls?
Half a day with the trek.
What else is near Benne Hole Falls?
Nearby you can pair Manjuguni Venkataramana Temple (8.8 km), Yana (11.4 km), Vibhooti Falls (13.1 km), Unchalli Falls (17.0 km).
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