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Jog Falls

India's Tallest Plunge Waterfall

2 daysIdeal stay₹700From / night₹10EntryAugust – DecemberBest windowTalaguppaNearest rail · 16 km

The Sharavathi river plunges 253m in four streams (Raja, Rani, Rover, Rocket) — India's highest plunge waterfall. Spectacular in the monsoon and immediate post-monsoon months.

Pairs well with

Gokarna· 2h away

Sringeri· 3h away

Udupi· 3h away

South Goa Beaches· 4h away

Chikmagalur· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 54

Honest take for Jul: Monsoon season — heavy rainfall expected. Good for nature lovers, but outdoor travel can be challenging. (medium crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Talaguppa 16km · Mangalore (IXE) 200km

Nearest transport

Talaguppa16 km

Mangalore (IXE)200 km

Stay options

budget₹700/night

mid₹1,800/night

luxury₹4,000/night

Best time to visit

August – December

How to get here

Bangalore → Jog Falls

bus · 9h

₹700

approx.

Mangalore → Jog Falls

cab · 5h

₹6,000