GOA : Tambdi Surla Waterfall
The Vibe:A monsoon trek to water in the Ghats.
Deep in the Mollem forest near the Karnataka border, this waterfall is reached on foot rather than by road. It runs hard through the monsoon and fades by late winter.
The trail crosses streams under closed canopy, and the sound of water arrives long before the pool does. Leeches and mud are part of the monsoon route.
- Sits in the Mollem forest belt near the Kadamba-era Mahadev temple
- Reached only on foot, with guided monsoon treks the usual way in
- Flows strongest between June and October
- Guided treks here hold ratings of 5.0 across well over a hundred reviews
Fit For
- 🌍 Nature travellers: "Western Ghats forest at its wettest and greenest."
- 🧳 Solo: "Small guided groups make the trek straightforward to join."
- 💕 Couples: "A proper day out for anyone tired of the beach."
Highlights
- Forest trek through the Mollem belt to the falls
- Stream crossings and closed canopy for most of the route
- Strongest flow through the monsoon months, when most of Goa is quiet
- The Kadamba-era Mahadev temple at the trailhead — Hidden Gem
- In the Mollem area near the Karnataka border, roughly two hours from the North Goa beaches.
- Guided treks meet at the Tambdi Surla temple, which serves as the trailhead.
- There is no formal entrance or ticket point at the falls themselves.
Food & Coffee Shops
Nothing on the trail. Guided treks sometimes include a meal — check before booking.
The nearest options are back toward Mollem village.
Insider Tips
Go in the monsoon if you want the falls at full flow; the trade-off is mud and leeches.
Start early — the drive from the coast is long and the trail is better in morning light.
Carry a dry bag for phones and cameras; stream crossings are unavoidable.
Combine with the Mahadev temple at the trailhead rather than making two trips.
Photography Tips
Humidity and spray are hard on equipment — bring protection and a cloth.
Canopy light is low and uneven; the falls themselves are the only bright subject.
Things To Do Nearby
Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple — at the trailhead itself
Dudhsagar Falls — the larger waterfall in the same forest belt
Mollem National Park — the surrounding protected forest
Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple — at the trailhead itself
Dudhsagar Falls — the larger waterfall in the same forest belt
Mollem National Park — the surrounding protected forest






