How can I go to Jog Falls from Bangalore?

The most convenient and budget friendly way to reach Jog falls is via train. The nearest railway station for Jog Falls is Talguppa station which is around 14 kilometres from the falls. There are regular trains plying between Bangalore and Talguppa station. The journey takes around 8-8.5 hours.

Which month is best for Jog Falls?

The months of June till September witness heavy rainfall in the region. The monsoon season is the best season to visit Jog falls, as the beauty of the place is enhanced during monsoons. The summer season begins in the month of March and continues till May.

Which railway station is near to Jog Falls?

Shimoga railway station
You can reach Jog Falls by train through Shimoga railway station, which is connected by train with Bangalore.

Can we play in Jog Falls?

Visitors are allowed between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. In the wake of heavy rain in the Sharavathi river valley, water is gushing down with high volume at Jog Falls near Sagar in Shivamogga district and the Tourism Department has decided to allow tourists to visit the place from June 28.

Where is the Jog Falls situated?

Joga Falls is the second highest plunge waterfall in India located in Sagara taluk Shivamogga district.

Is Jog Falls worth visiting?

The falls themselves are spectacular enough, but if you drive there from Bhatkal on the Panvel Edapalli highway, through the Sharawati wildlife Sanctuary, it is fabulous!!! Totally lonely drive of about 75 kms through thick forests and hills with very bad roads, but a drive to remember.

How many steps are there in Jog Falls?

Jog Falls is situated amid thick evergreen forests and water flows in four different falls, like Raja, Roarer, Rocket and Rani. 1500 steps have been built by the tourism department in order to make visitors reach the bottom of the hill.

How do you get to Jog Falls by train?

How to reach Jog Falls by train. The nearest station Shimoga is well connected to Bangalore and Mangalore via regular trains. You can travel via Bangalore and take up a train up to Shimoga or Taluguppa to reach Jog Falls.

What is the name of Shimoga railway station?

Station code of Shivamogga Town is SMET. Here are some trains that are passing through Shivamogga Town railway station like Sbc-smet Express, Smet-sbc Express, Mysore Express, Talguppa Exp, Talguppa Exp, Bangalore Exp, Shimoga Exp, and many more.

What time Jog Falls opening?

Jog Falls Information

Alternate Names Gersoppa Falls, Jogada Gundi, Gerusoppe Falls, Joga Falls
Timings 7:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Best Time to Visit June to September/ Monsoon season
Activities Trekking, photography, laser show, musical karanji, river rafting, boating, kayaking
Time Needed 2-3 hours

Which is the distance between Jog Falls and Bangalore?

Bangalore Jog falls distance is 327 KM. we are providing various distance for various mode of travel; If there are any other mode of transport between Bangalore and Jog falls alike flight, ferry, train , walk and bycycle. You can use our distance tool to get the flight distance, train distance and road distance.

Which is the best time to go to Jog Falls?

If you are able to leave around 7 AM, you can reach Jog Falls around 2.30 PM for late lunch. Check in at Matthuga Home stay or Gundimane Home stay or Jungle Lodges Sharavati Adventure Camp. Relax for an hour. Drive to Jog falls in the evening and enjoy the sights.

Which is the best place to visit in Bangalore?

If you have kids along with you then you must visit Tiger and Lion Safari and Elephant Training camp which are only 10-15 kms from the city. Otherwise there’s nothing much to see around. Gokarna is a very nice place to be, keep at least two days for it.