India · Meghalaya
Nohkalikai Falls
India's tallest plunge waterfall drops from the edge of Cherrapunji, among the wettest inhabited places on Earth, into a pool that turns an otherworldly green-blue in the drier months. Its name comes from a Khasi legend about a woman named Ka Likai who leapt to her death from the cliff.
India's tallest plunge waterfall drops from the edge of Cherrapunji, among the wettest inhabited places on Earth, into a pool that turns an otherworldly green-blue in the drier months. Its name comes from a Khasi legend about a woman named Ka Likai who leapt to her death from the cliff.
Nohkalikai Falls drops 340 metres (1116 ft) on the seasonal stream. It is a plunge-type fall, and the nearest base for a visit is Cherrapunji, with SHL the closest airport. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy.
Monsoon season in one of the wettest places on Earth keeps the falls at full force; a striking turquoise pool forms in drier months.
What you can do here
Hiking
From ten-minute boardwalks to multi-day approaches through cloud forest.
Photography
Light angles, moonbows, spray management and the hours that actually work.
When to go
Monsoon season in one of the wettest places on Earth keeps the falls at full force; a striking turquoise pool forms in drier months.
Entry: Small viewpoint entry fee
Getting there
- Base townCherrapunji
- AirportSHL
- CountryIndia
- RegionMeghalaya, Asia
- AccessEasy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint
On the map
25.2789, 91.7211
Quick answers
How tall is Nohkalikai Falls?
Nohkalikai Falls drops 340 metres (1116 feet). It is a plunge-type waterfall on the seasonal stream.
When is the best time to visit Nohkalikai Falls?
Peak flow is June to September. Monsoon season in one of the wettest places on Earth keeps the falls at full force; a striking turquoise pool forms in drier months.
What can you do at Nohkalikai Falls?
Beyond the viewpoints: hiking and photography. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint.
How do you get to Nohkalikai Falls?
The usual base is Cherrapunji, and the closest airport is SHL. A short walk or roadside viewpoint from there. Small viewpoint entry fee.
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