Photo spot in Jabalpur
Dhuandhar Falls
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
The Narmada plunges ~30 m at Bhedaghat in a thundering, smoke-like spray that gives the falls their name ('dhuan' = smoke) — viewed from the bank or a cable car.
Best time
Morning, when the light is soft and the viewpoints are quieter, before the day-trippers arrive.
Best angle
Stand at the railing of the main viewpoint and take a wide photo of the falls with the white spray rising out of the gorge.
Entry fee
Free (cable car extra)
Opening hours
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Crowd level
High
Best outfit colors
Overview
Best time to visit Dhuandhar Falls
Morning, when the light is soft and the viewpoints are quieter, before the day-trippers arrive. Crowds here are typically high. Arrive a little early to claim your angle and catch the softest light before the day tips over.
Poses & angles
Photo tips for Dhuandhar Falls
Stand at the railing of the main viewpoint and take a wide photo of the falls with the white spray rising out of the gorge. Work a few of the pose ideas below, shoot wide for context and tight for detail, and give yourself a couple of extra minutes to get the frame right.
At the falls viewpoint
On the cable car over the gorge
Outfit guide
What to wear at Dhuandhar Falls
For photos at Dhuandhar Falls, teal, rust and cream work beautifully — they stand out against the setting without fighting it. Pick one hero colour and keep the rest of the look calm so you stay the subject of the frame.
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Eat nearby
Food near Dhuandhar Falls
Round out the visit with something to eat. Look for mawa bati nearby.
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Good to know
Local tips
Stay behind the railings, as the rocks near the falls are wet and very slippery.
Never swim, wade or step onto the rocks near the water for a photo.
Take the ropeway across the gorge for a view of the falls from above, when it is running.
Visit from mid-October to November, when the falls are still full after the rains.
Keep your phone in a pocket or pouch when you stand near the spray.
Arrive early on weekends and holidays, when the viewpoints get crowded.
Combine the falls with the boat ride and the Chausath Yogini Temple, which are close by.
About Dhuandhar Falls
Dhuandhar Falls is at Bhedaghat, about 25 km west of Jabalpur and a short distance from the Marble Rocks. Here the Narmada narrows and plunges into a rocky gorge, and the force of the water throws up a cloud of fine spray that looks like smoke. That gives the falls their name: dhuan means smoke and dhar means flow. You hear the roar before you see the water.
Viewpoints along the bank let you watch the falls from close by, and a ropeway (cable car) crosses the gorge for a view from above. The falls are fullest just after the monsoon. In recent years the administration has closed the falls area, the ropeway and the boats from mid-June to mid-October while the river is high, so check before you go.
Questions
Dhuandhar Falls — FAQ
What is the best time to visit Dhuandhar Falls?
Morning, when the light is soft and the viewpoints are quieter, before the day-trippers arrive. Stand at the railing of the main viewpoint and take a wide photo of the falls with the white spray rising out of the gorge.
Is there an entry fee at Dhuandhar Falls?
Entry to Dhuandhar Falls is free (cable car extra).
What are the opening hours of Dhuandhar Falls?
Dhuandhar Falls is open 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
What should I wear at Dhuandhar Falls?
Teal, rust and cream photograph especially well here. Explore the trending and traditional outfit ideas on this page for full looks.
How crowded does Dhuandhar Falls get?
Crowd levels are typically high. To miss the busiest window: morning, when the light is soft and the viewpoints are quieter, before the day-trippers arrive.
What food should I try near Dhuandhar Falls?
Try mawa bati at spots close by.
What does Dhuandhar mean?
Dhuandhar comes from two Hindi words: dhuan, meaning smoke, and dhar, meaning flow. It describes the cloud of spray that rises from the falls like smoke.
How do I reach Dhuandhar Falls?
Dhuandhar Falls is at Bhedaghat, about 25 km west of Jabalpur. Taxis, autos and buses run from the city, and the falls are close to the Marble Rocks and the Chausath Yogini Temple, so you can see all three in one trip.
Is there a ropeway at Dhuandhar Falls?
Yes. A ropeway (cable car) crosses the Narmada gorge near the falls and gives a view from above. It closes in the monsoon and sometimes for maintenance, so check that it is running on the day.
Is Dhuandhar Falls open in the monsoon?
Often not. In recent years the administration has closed the falls area, the ropeway and the boats from mid-June to mid-October while the river is high. Mid-October to November is the best time to see the falls at their fullest.