The natural diversity of the state of Gujarat is looked upon as a wealth by the tourism department of the state and the beautiful nature of Gujarat is often pitched by the tourism department to attract tourists to the state from far and wide. In Gujarat you would find everything right from unending coastlines and beaches to sandy deserts; from Marsh lands to dense forested belts, from craggy, hilly regions to rolling plain lands and many more. When speaking of the various scenic gems found within the state, we should not miss out on the various waterfalls that the state has. These waterfalls look sublime and inspire a feeling of awe on the onlookers. Here are the top 7 waterfalls in Gujarat listed below-
Gira Waterfall
Gira waterfall is a natural falls, 30m in height and the waters of this falls topple down into the Ambika River underneath. When the waters of River Gira spills speedily along the edges of a high and steep cliff to meet River Ambika, the waterfall that results out of it is Gira waterfalls. The surrounding greenery makes the place a truly idyllic one. This awesome seasonal cascade falls with great speed resulting in a foggy ambience. If you are lucky enough you may even witness a colorful rainbow over the falls. Gira waterfall is situated at about 3kms from Gujarat’s Waghai town.
- Location: Near Waghai, Gujarat 394730
- Height: 30 m
- Weather: 19 °C – 30 °C
- Best time to visit: June to November
- Ideal duration: 1 day
- Things to do: Trekking, nature walk, picnic
- How to reach: Nearest airport- Surat (132 km), nearest railhead- Waghai (5 km).
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Ninai Waterfall
This 30ft high natural waterfall lies in Narmada’s Dediapada Taluka and is amid the lush green nature which only enhances the beauty of this waterfall. Shoolpaneshwar wildlife sanctuary lies in vicinity to Ninai waterfalls. Mesmerizing scenic beauty characterizes the backdrop of the Ninai falls, cradled amid the forested hillocks. Surat airport is the nearest to Ninai waterfalls while Bharuch railway station is the nearest to the falls among all other waterfalls.
- Location: Mohbi, Gujarat 393040
- Height: 30 feet
- Weather: 22 °C – 30 °C
- Best time to visit: Post monsoons
- Idea duration: 1 day
- Things to do: Trekking, nature walk, picnic, eco campsite, wildlife
- How to reach: nearest airport- Surat (143 km), nearest railhead- Bharuch (125 km).
Zarwani Waterfall
The Zarwani waterfall is located in Gujarat’s Narmada district and has the main city at a distance of 90kms away from it. This waterfall is situated in the heart of the wildernesses of Shoolpaneshwar wildlife sanctuary. The waterfall lies in vicinity to the Vadodara town of Gujarat. The place has lush greenery at its backdrop. The locale is simply ideal for picnics or fun excursion. Monsoon season plus the winter season are simply ideal times to visit the waterfall.
- Location: Dhirkhadi Village, Narmada District
- Height: 25 m
- Weather: 20 °C – 29 °C
- Best time to visit: During the monsoon
- Idea duration: 1 day
- Things to do: Trekking, hiking, picnic, camping, wildlife
- How to reach: Closest airport- Vadodara (97 km), nearest railhead- Kevadiya Railway Stationa (15).
Jamjir Waterfall
Jamjir Waterfalls also referred to as Zamzeer Waterfalls lies in Gujarat’s Junagadh District. The falls lies in vicinity to Kodinar town of Gujarat. Jamjir waterfall is regarded as the largest of all Gujarat waterfalls. The falls consist of two distinct water torrents flowing at two distinct levels and then gushing down into a deep pool underneath. Owing to the tremendous force of the falling waters, people are strictly restricted from taking bath in this waterfall.
- Location: Jamdagni Ashram, Jamvala, Gujarat 362530
- Height: 12 m
- Weather: 22 °C – 30 °C
- Best time to visit: July to September
- Idea duration: 1 day
- Things to do: Trekking, wildlife safari, picnic, nature walk
- How to reach: Nearest airport- Diu (45 km), nearest railhead- Veraval railway station (50 km).
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Trambak Waterfall
Trambak falls is a beautiful waterfalls located at about 20kms from the city of Bhavnagar in Gujarat. The fall lies atop a hillock and amid a forest. This is a 30ft high waterfall and is surrounded by great scenic beauty appealing to nature lovers, photo fanatics and adventure enthusiasts alike. The most ideal time to visit the falls is between months October and March.
- Location: Trambak village, Bhavnagar district
- Height: 30 feet
- Weather: 19 °C – 29 °C
- Best time to visit: During the monsoon season
- Idea duration: 1 day
- Things to do: Adventure sports, trekking, forest walk, picnic
- How to reach: Nearest airport- Bhavnagar (22 km), nearest railhead- Bhavnagar (25 km).
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Hathni Mata Waterfall
Hathni Mata waterfall is an awesome waterfall located close to Jambughoda wildlife sanctuary. The waterfall lies close to Vadodara city of Gujarat and is just a journey of 1hr 30 minutes from the Vadodara city. Hathni Mata waterfall has a height of 100m and is located amid a hillock wrapped in vibrantly colored floral shrubs and ample greenery. The waterfall has been named as ‘Hathni’ after a small elephant shaped rock lying at the waterfall’s base and the naming was done by the local tribes of the place.
- Location: Unnamed Road, Sarasava, Gujarat 389360
- Height: 100-meter
- Weather: 20 °C – 32 °C
- Best time to visit: During monsoon season
- Idea duration: 1 day
- Things to do: Trekking, wildlife, picnic, nature walk
- How to reach: Nearest airport, Vadodara airport (87 km), nearest railway station- Vadodara (85 km).
Girmal Waterfall
The 100ft tall Girmal waterfall lies on the Ahwa-Nawapur road and is regarded as the tallest among all Gujarat waterfalls. The waterfall lies in vicinity to the village of Girmal in Gujarat’s Dang district. With the water toppling down from such immense heights the ambience turns strikingly foggy. The place is just ideal for picnics and recreational tours.
- Location: Girmal, Gujarat 394716
- Height: Up to 100 feet
- Weather: 18 °C – 30 °C
- Best time to visit: July and December
- Idea duration: 1 Day
- Things to do: Trekking, nature walk, picnic, wildlife
- How to reach: Closest airport- Surat (138 km) Nearest railhead- Waghai railway station (82 km)
So, these are the most famed waterfalls of Gujarat.
