A forest cascade
Zarwani Falls is one of the loveliest natural sights of Narmada district — a tiered waterfall tucked deep within the teak forests of the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. Fed by monsoon streams running off the hills, the falls tumble over rock ledges into pools below, framed by green forest, and are at their full, thundering best from the late monsoon into early winter.
The falls sit inside the Shoolpaneshwar sanctuary, so a forest permit and the eco-campsite’s guidance are part of the trip; the walk in runs through teak and bamboo with the river audible before it is visible. August to November gives full flow, the rocks stay slippery throughout, and Kevadia’s Statue of Unity is an easy pairing on the same Narmada-district loop.
The site has a forest eco-campsite, making it a favourite for nature lovers who come to swim (with care), picnic, camp and enjoy the cool, unspoilt setting away from the crowds at Kevadia. A refreshing wild escape near the Statue of Unity.
A forest waterfall; permits and timings apply, so plan ahead — and always take care near the water, especially when the falls are in spate.
Zarwani Falls, Narmada.
Tiered water off the Satpura edge
The tiered cascade.
Monsoon streams gather off the Satpura edge and feed the falls through the rainy months.
Water tumbles in tiers over rock ledges into pools below, framed by green forest.
The cascade sits deep within the teak forests of the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary.
A forest eco-campsite makes it a favourite nature spot for campers and day visitors.
Reasons to make the time
Tiered falls
A forest cascade.
Teak forest
A green setting.
Monsoon-fed
Fullest after rain.
Eco-campsite
Stay in nature.
Pools
Swim with care.
Unspoilt
Away from crowds.
What to look for inside
THE FALLSZarwani
A tiered cascade.
THE FORESTTeak hills
Around the falls.
POOLSThe plunge pools
Swim with care below the cascade.
CAMPSITEEco-camp
Stay overnight in the forest.
MONSOONFull spate
Thundering best after the rains.
NATUREUnspoilt setting
Cool, green and away from crowds.
How to spend an hour or two
See the falls
Take in the tiered, green cascade as it tumbles over rock ledges into the pools below.
Visit after monsoon
Come from late monsoon into early winter, when the falls are at their fullest and most thundering.
Picnic by the pools
Find a spot in the forest beside the water for a relaxed picnic away from the crowds.
Camp at the eco-site
Stay overnight at the forest eco-campsite and wake up in the heart of the sanctuary.
Enjoy the cool
Soak up the cool, unspoilt setting — an easy wild escape from the busier Kevadia circuit.
Pair with Kevadia
Combine the falls with the Statue of Unity and Sardar Sarovar Dam nearby.
Zarwani Falls.
A waterfall in the forest
Zarwani Falls is a tiered, monsoon-fed waterfall deep in the teak forests of the Shoolpaneshwar sanctuary, tumbling over rock ledges into pools — at its thundering best from late monsoon into early winter, with a forest eco-campsite alongside.
It sits within Narmada district — browse more places to visit in Narmada.
A refreshing wild escape near the Statue of Unity. Permits apply, and you should always take care near the water.
A tiered forest waterfall
In Shoolpaneshwar sanctuary
Fullest after the monsoon
A forest eco-campsite
When to go
Cool and pleasant — the ideal season.
Lush, green and full waterfalls.
Hot — start early.
⏰ Visit in the cooler months; the waterfalls are fullest just after the monsoon.
Timings & entry
- Open in daytime hours
- Best Oct–Mar
- Pair with the Statue of Unity
- Allow time to travel
- Permits/timings apply
- Best Aug–Dec
- Take care near the water
- Carry water & shoes
Getting there
By Air
Vadodara airport (~90 km) is the nearest, with onward road connections to Kevadia and the sanctuary.
By Rail
Ekta Nagar (Kevadia) station is the closest railhead, on the line serving the Statue of Unity.
By Road
Reach via Kevadia or Rajpipla; the falls sit inside the Shoolpaneshwar sanctuary, so allow travel time.
At Zarwani Falls
WATER & FOREST
A cascade in the teak
What to shoot
The tiered falls.
Setting
Teak forest.
Best time
After the monsoon.
Best light
Morning.
Know before you go
More to see close by
Nareshwar Dham
A serene ashram on the Narmada banks
Rajpipla Temples
Royal-era shrines of the old capital
HERITAGERajpipla Palaces
The old royal town & its grand palaces
NATUREEkta Nursery
A vast green nursery & arboretum
RITUALNarmada Aarti
Evening river worship on the banks
VIEWPOINTViewing Gallery
A gallery at the statue’s chest, 153 m up
Where to eat near Zarwani Falls
THALIGujarati Thali
Full sweet-savoury meals.
FARSANDhokla & farsan
Steamed snacks.
STREETKevadia food courts
Snacks for visitors.
Local fare
Gujarati & tribal food; Kevadia food courts.
Zarwani Falls FAQ
What is Zarwani Falls?
Zarwani Falls is one of the loveliest natural sights of Narmada district — a tiered waterfall tucked deep within the teak forests of the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary. Fed by monsoon streams running off the hills, the falls tumble over rock ledges into pools below, framed by green forest, and are at their full, thundering best from the late monsoon into early winter.
Where is it?
Shoolpaneshwar sanctuary, Narmada.
Is there an entry fee?
Entry is by permit; permits and timings apply for the sanctuary.
When should I visit?
October to March; the waterfalls are fullest after the monsoon.
What's nearby?
The Statue of Unity, Sardar Sarovar Dam and Kevadia.
How long does it take?
Half a day.
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Published 24 June 2026 · Updated 24 August 2026