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Hanumana Gundi Falls: Distance, Timings and Tips

Also called Suthanabbe Falls, a lovely waterfall inside Kudremukh National Park reached by a set of steps.

2 min read Updated Nov 2026
From resort
140 km
Drive
about 3.5 hours
Type
Waterfall
Best time
August to January

Hanumana Gundi, also known as Suthanabbe Falls, is a waterfall in the Kudremukh National Park area. The water drops over natural rock formations into a pool. You reach it by walking down a long flight of steps from the road.

Getting there

It is a long day trip from Tranquil Terrain, around 140 km and 3.5 hours via the Kudremukh road. Combine it with Kudremukh, Kalasa or Horanadu.

Tips

  • The steps are steep, so take breaks on the way back up.
  • Entry is controlled by the forest department and closing days can change, so check before going.
  • Best after the monsoon when the flow is full.

Questions travellers ask

How many steps are there at Hanumana Gundi?

There are a few hundred steps down to the falls. Allow time for the climb back.

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