Sirimane Waterfall

Sringeri Temple

Sringeri is the site of the first maţha established by Adi Shankaracharya, Hindu theologian and exponent of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy, in the 8th century C.E. It is located on the banks of the river Tungā.

Sringeri is famous temple town and has more than a million visitors every year. But there are other places of interest around Sringeri which are lesser known. One among them is the Sirimane Waterfalls. It is located at around 16km from Sringeri and has a motorable road.

 This waterfall is small in size when compared to the other waterfalls of the Western Ghats. But in beauty this one as pretty as others. Best season for visiting would be just after the rainy season.If you are travelling by public transport then Take a bus from Sringeri which goes to Kigga. You will have to walk 5kms after you get down at Kigga. There is motorable way to the waterfall.
If you are going by your own vehicle then this waterfall is a must visit  place during rainy season. You can also get wet here even during rainy season. There is a changing room for ladies near the falls unlike any other falls. The water is very refreshing. But you do not have any other  facilities near this waterfall. So its better to carry food. Nearest hospital and petrol bunk is in Sringeri.