Varapoha Falls

Varapoha Falls

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Jamboti is located 20 km south-west of Belgaum and 18 km west of Khanapur in the Belgaum District of Karnataka. Jamboti is primarily well-known because the Mandovi River, which is the longest river in Goa, has its origin in the Jamboti hills. As for the surroundings, dense hilltop forests bound the area. Jamboti is a must for walkers and is a major source of interest and significance for botanists, photographers and people who love going on picnics. A place worth visiting in Jamboti is the Vajrapoha Falls nestled amidst the green canopy of the Western Ghats. Situated in the course of enchanting hills and the Jamboti forests, the Vajrapoha Falls is one of the few less known & most spectacular fall of the Western Ghats, which is still unspoiled and not choked. Following the swift flowing river Mahadayi in deep forests, the River Mahadayi is joined by two other streams Marcidha nala and Pannera nala in creating this magnificent waterfall, which later known by the name "Mandovi" in Goa. The river, cascading down a height of over 150 ft to a gorge below, is a spectacular vision, one not worth missing out on! If you are in luck, you'll spot a pied hornbill or a huli salinga (brother of the venomous tarantula). The fall is a must see destination for any enthusiastic and ardent nature lover! To get to Jamboti, there are a couple of available options: if you are flying down, the closest airport is Belgaum Airport which is 28 km south-east. If you plan on taking a train, the Khanapur Railway Station is the nearest railhead, while the State Highway 31 also passes though Jamboti, in case you are travelling by car