The Gudahandi Hills and Waterfalls can be found within the Ampani Wildlife Sanctuary in the Kalahandi district of Odisha. According to the map, the location of the Gudahandi hills and waterfalls is approximately 86 km from Bhawanipatna and 68 km from Nabrangpur. Trekkers journey a important distance across the Gudahandi hills and waterfalls to explore ancient caves featuring prehistoric pictographic art. The three small curved hills combine to create the Gudahandi hills, which are named for the pot-like shape they resemble.
The Behera rivulet flows alongside the base village. You can observe the remnants of an ancient dam that the locals attribute to the legendary figure Bhima across this rivulet. Nearby, the impressive Dokrichanchara Waterfall can be found in close proximity to the Gudahandi waterfall.
With its rich biodiversity, heritage, and stunning natural scenery, the Gudahandi hills and waterfall are becoming an important eco-tourism destination in the Kalahandi district for trekkers and nature enthusiasts. The ancient caves, waterfalls, wilderness, and local legends make it an essential stop for anyone visiting Bhawanipatna or the Ampani Sanctuary.
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Opening Time
Gudahandi Waterfall opening time is Morning 8 am to Evening 6 pm
Best Time to visit
The best time to visit Gudahandi Waterfall is from October to June and the winter season.
Closest Bus Stop
The Closest Bus stop is Bhawanipatna, which is located around 86 KM distance from Gudahandi Waterfall
Closest Railway Station
The Closest Railway Station is Bhawanipatna, which is located around 87 KM distance from Gudahandi Waterfall
Closest Airport
The Closest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, which is located around 484 KM distance from Gudahandi Waterfall
