Rupse Falls
In Nepali: रुप्से झरना
A tall, powerful waterfall that crashes down right beside the Beni–Jomsom road in the Kali Gandaki gorge.
Rupse Chhahara falls in several stages down the cliff near Dana and Kopchepani, ending in a spray right beside the road. It is one of the most photographed stops on the drive or walk up the Kali Gandaki.
It is at its most dramatic in the monsoon and autumn. Small tea shops sit at its foot.
What to see and do
Stop at the base of the falls to feel the spray and take photographs; small shops sell tea and snacks. Walk short distances up and down the valley for views of the fall's upper stages.
Good to know
The road beneath the falls can be wet and slippery; watch for traffic. Flow is lowest in late winter.
Quick answers
- Where is Rupse Falls?
- Rupse Falls is in Myagdi district, Gandaki Province, in the Pahad belt of Nepal.
- What is the altitude of Rupse Falls?
- About 1,600 m (5,250 ft) above sea level.
- How much does it cost to visit Rupse Falls?
- For a 3-day trip from Pokhara, about NPR 5,000 (≈ US$37) per person on a budget, or NPR 14,000 (≈ US$105) with standard hotels and private transport — for two foreign visitors sharing, including transport, stay, food. Nepali visitors on a budget: about NPR 5,000 per person. These are estimates; adjust them in the trip planner.
- How many days do I need for Rupse Falls?
- Plan 1 night there; with travel from Pokhara and back, about 3 days in all.
- Do I need a permit or ticket for Rupse Falls?
- No special permit or ticket is normally needed.
- When is the best time to visit Rupse Falls?
- July–November
- How do I get to Rupse Falls?
- On the Beni–Jomsom road near Dana. It is about 51 km (straight line) from Pokhara.
- What is Rupse Falls called in Nepali?
- रुप्से झरना
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