Pondicherry is a Union Territory located on the Southeast Coast of India. It houses several tantalising waterfalls nearby to the city, making it an incredible tourist spot for visitors from all around the world. If you are an adventure enthusiast, these waterfalls are a great trekking spot.

Continue reading the article to learn more about the magnificent waterfalls Near Pondicherry.

1. Kiliyur Falls, Yercaud, Tamil Nadu

Kiliyur Falls is one of the highest waterfalls near Pondicherry and is situated 245.4 km from Pondicherry. Dropping from a height of 300 feet, the fall is formed by the overflowing waters of Yercaud Lake. The fall plummets and gets accumulates in natural pools, offering a mesmerising sight to visitors.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 300 ft
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timing: 8 am to 6 pm
• How to Reach: The best way to reach the Kiliyur waterfalls is to book a private vehicle or to drive your car
• Best Time to Visit: July and August
• Things to Do: You can do boating and swimming in the refreshing waters of the Lake
• Ideal trip duration: 2-3 Hours

2. Agaya Gangai Waterfalls, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu

Agaya Gangai Waterfalls is one of the most serene natural beauties of Southern India. It is situated 249.9 km from Pondicherry. The waterfall is located near the Arapaleeswarar temple in the Namakkal district of Tamil Nadu.  It is the main attraction of the Kolli Hills. To reach the waterfalls one has to climb almost 1200 steps. It offers one of the best adventure treks in the whole country.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 300 ft
• Entry Fee: ₹10 per person
• Timing:  6 am to 7 pm
• How to Reach: There are many bus and cab services available from Trichy. You can walk/trek the whole journey if you like adventures.
• Best Time to Visit: June to August
• Things to Do: Trekking, swimming, bird-watching and planning a picnic
• Ideal trip duration: 2 hours

3. Talakona Waterfall, Tirupati, Hyderabad

Talakona Waterfalls is located in the Sri Venkateswara National Park, Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh. It is situated 256.4 km from Pondicherry. Standing at a height of 270 feet, it is the highest waterfall in Andhra Pradesh.

The cascading waterfall is one of the main waterfalls in Pondicherry and an attraction of the National Park. Due to its accessible location in the thick forest, a lot of people visit the magnificent natural wonder.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 270 ft
• Entry Fee: ₹3 per person
• Timing: 6 am to 7:30 pm
• How to Reach: Several APSRTC buses run from Tirupati bus station to Talakona.
• Best Time to Visit: September to January
• Things to Do: Trekking, boating, swimming, national park safari and visiting the Siddheswara Swamy Temple.
• Ideal trip duration: 2-3 hours

4. Akasa Ganga, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Lying at the foothills of Venkatadri Tirumala, Akasa Ganga Falls is one of the most sacred waterfalls in India. It is situated 278.6 km from Pondicherry.

The auspicious waterfall is visited by thousands of devotees who come to seek the blessings of Lord Venkateshwara. Located just 5 km from the main Tirumala Tirupati temple, the waterfall is busy throughout the year.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 300 ft
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timing:  9 am -6 pm
• How to Reach: It is a 5 km trek from the Tirupati Temple. Also, there are several autos and private taxi services available.
• Best Time to Visit: July to September
• Things to Do: Visiting the Tirupati Temple, trekking, shopping, and swimming.
• Ideal trip duration: 1-2 hours

5. Thottikallu Falls, Bangalore, Karnataka

Thottikallu Falls is one of the most mesmerising waterfalls near Pondicherry. It is situated 319 km from Pondicherry. Located amid an elephant corridor, it offers one of the most scintillating. The TK Falls is a very popular spot for trekking experiences among adventure enthusiasts.

Thottikallu Falls is a combination of two waterfalls. One of them is a wide waterfall which results in a wide shower and the other one is a small, quick and narrow fall.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 100 ft
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timing: 8 am - 5 pm
• How to Reach: There are many buses available from Bangalore to Thottikallu Falls.
• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Things to Do: Jungle safari, trekking and swimming
• Ideal trip duration: 2-3 hours

6. Kodiveri Waterfall, Erode District, Tamil Nadu

Kodiveri Waterfall or Kodiveri Dam is a very popular tourist spot in the Erode district of Tamil Nadu. It is situated 323.9 km from Pondicherry. The dam provides irrigation water for almost 25000 hectares of land. Located 70 km from Erode, the spot serves as a great spot for a weekend trip.

The park that has been developed at the bottom of the falls attracts many tourists for bathing and swimming.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 100 ft.
• Entry Fee: ₹5 per person
• Timing: 8 am to 6 pm
• How to Reach: You can take buses or private cars from Erode to reach the waterfall
• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Things to Do: Visiting the Bannari Mariamman Temple and swimming
• Ideal trip duration: 4 hours/half Day

7. Chunchi Falls, Kanakapura, Karnataka

It is a cascading waterfall near Pondicherry.  It is situated 348.4 km from Pondicherry. Fed by the river Arkavati, it lies en route to Mekedatu and Sangama in Karnataka. Chunchi Falls is a serene waterfall surrounded by rocky hills and lush green vegetation, making incredible scenery.

The waterfall is quite famous among trekkers, as the trail is a little dangerous due to the slippery rocks on the way to the falls.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 50 ft
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timing: 6 am to 5 pm
• How to Reach: It is advised to take your vehicle to visit the spot as public transportations are not frequently available.
• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Things to Do: Trekking, picnicking, swimming and photography
• Ideal trip duration: 2 hours

8. Hogenakkal Falls, Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu

Hogenakkal Falls is situated between the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu and the Chamrajnagar district of Karnataka. It is situated 268.6 km from Pondicherry. It is also known as the "Niagara Falls of India," due to its structural resemblance, making it one of the most popular falls near Pondicherry.

More Details:

• Height of Waterfall: 700 ft
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timing:  08:00 am to 12:05 pm and 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm
• How to Reach: You can use a private vehicle or public bus service to reach the waterfall in Pondicherry.
• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Things to Do: Boating and trekking
• Ideal trip duration: 2-3 hours