What to expect
Highlights
- The ~74 m plunge.
- The evergreen valley.
- The Shiva temple at the head.
Shivaganga Falls
Shivaganga Falls is a roughly 74 m waterfall on the Sonda river near Siddapur, plunging into a deep evergreen valley.
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Shivaganga Falls
Place
Practical guide
Plan Shivaganga Falls
Who's going?Tailor Shivaganga Falls to your trip
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseSiddapur
DistrictUttara Kannada
Best timeThe monsoon and just after, when the…
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→A Shiva temple stands at the head of the fall.
Getting there
How to visit
- Near Siddapur; by road to the viewpoint above the fall.
- A steep valley — keep back from the wet edges and take care in the spray.
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 Shivaganga FallsSeasonal guide
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Today at Shivaganga Falls
Sunrise6:23 am
Sunset6:08 pm
Golden hour best light5:08 pm–6:08 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:08 pm–6:33 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 260°
Moon tonight🌔 Waxing gibbous · 64%
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
- Slippery rocks near a steep drop — stay behind any barriers and mind children.
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Shivaganga Falls — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours
Best timeThe monsoon and just after, for full flow
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Shivaganga Falls
Near Siddapur; by road to the viewpoint above the fall
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 Shivaganga 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 Shivaganga Falls
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Where Shivaganga Falls is
Good to know
Shivaganga Falls — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Shivaganga Falls?
The monsoon and just after, when the fall is in full flow.
What are the entry fee and timings at Shivaganga Falls?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours.
How do I reach Shivaganga Falls?
Near Siddapur; by road to the viewpoint above the fall. A steep valley — keep back from the wet edges and take care in the spray.
How much time do I need for Shivaganga Falls?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Shivaganga Falls?
Nearby you can pair Magod Falls (5.7 km), Jenukallu Gudda (6.8 km), Sonda Vadiraja Matha (9.1 km), Sahasralinga (10.2 km).
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