Waterfall40 km · 1 hr 20 min from Ranchi
Jonha Falls (Gautamdhara)
A sacred 150-foot drop
Also called Gautamdhara — named after a small Buddhist shrine at the top — Jonha Falls is where the Raru river plunges 150 feet (45 m) into a forested gorge. Expect a 500-step descent and the thunderous sound of water echoing off rock walls.
Highlights
- ✦150 ft (45 m) plunge waterfall
- ✦Buddhist shrine and viewpoint at the top
- ✦Ancient steps cut into the rock face
- ✦Cool mist at the base even in March
Insider tips
- 💡Allow 2 hours total including the climb back
- 💡Combine with Dassam Falls for a perfect day trip
- 💡Carry a raincoat in monsoon — spray is intense
Nearby attractions
- Dassam Falls (25 min)
- Hundru Falls (1 hr)
