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Hulihadi waterfalls

ಹುಲಿಹಾಡಿ ಜಲಪಾತ
Kundapura taluk · Byndoor assembly constituency · Udupi District
🪔 Known locally, not on the tourist trail. Villagers and devotees come here regularly; outside visitors rarely do. Expect a working shrine rather than a sight to see.
Just outside Byndoor taluk — this one sits in Kundapura taluk, within the Byndoor assembly constituency, close to the Byndoor border. Included because it is genuinely part of a visit here.
About

Tucked away in the dense interior forests of Keradi village near Kullamballi, the Hulihadi Falls is a hidden and offbeat cascading retreat nestled within the Western Ghats. Far removed from commercial tourism, this secluded waterfall offers a pure, untouched escape surrounded by rugged terrain and thick woodland canopy.
During and following the monsoon season, seasonal streams swell to create a picturesque and refreshing flow over the rocks. Accompanied only by the ambient sounds of nature, it serves as an ideal minor adventure for hikers and travelers looking to explore the lesser-known interior trails of the region.

The full story

Hulihadi Falls – Kullamballi

In the green landscape of Kullamballi near Keradi, Hulihadi Falls is one of the lesser-known waterfalls of the Keradi region. It is separately identified as Hulihadi Falls (Kullamballi), with its location listed at Kullamballi, Keradi.

A Waterfall Hidden in the Keradi Landscape

Hulihadi Falls lies within the hilly and forested surroundings of Keradi. During the monsoon, rainwater flowing through the slopes and natural channels of the Western Ghats forms streams and cascades, bringing the waterfall to life.
The setting is as much a part of the experience as the waterfall itself. Green slopes, forest vegetation, wet rocks and seasonal streams give Kullamballi a typical monsoon landscape.

Part of Keradi’s Waterfall Country

Hulihadi Falls is one of several lesser-known waterfalls found around the Keradi area. Keradi Falls, Kyansi Falls and Hulihadi Falls are separately identified waterfalls in this region, making Keradi an interesting pocket for discovering small and relatively little-known waterfalls.
Unlike major waterfalls that have developed into established tourist destinations, Hulihadi remains a more natural and less commercialised place. There is limited published information about the waterfall itself, and details such as its exact height or a specific trekking distance are not well documented. It is therefore better to experience Hulihadi for its natural setting rather than attach unsupported figures to it.

Monsoon Brings Hulihadi to Life

The waterfall is most closely associated with the rainy season. As rainfall increases, the streams around Kullamballi become fuller and the waterfall becomes more prominent against the surrounding greenery.
The character of the waterfall can change considerably with the season. After the rains, the flow gradually reduces, while the surrounding forest and hills continue to retain the green landscape of the Western Ghats.

A Lesser-Known Natural Spot

Hulihadi Falls does not have the large-scale tourist development found at some of Karnataka’s famous waterfalls. Its appeal lies in being part of the natural landscape of Kullamballi and Keradi.
For visitors exploring the lesser-known side of the Byndoor–Kundapura region, Hulihadi adds another name to the growing list of small waterfalls hidden among the Western Ghats.
During the monsoon, rocks around waterfalls can become extremely slippery and water levels can rise quickly.
Visitors should take care near the stream and avoid disturbing the surrounding forest or leaving plastic and other waste behind.
Hulihadi Falls at Kullamballi is a quiet monsoon waterfall in the green hills around Keradi — one of the lesser-known natural places that adds to the hidden landscape of this part of the Western Ghats.

At a glance

Distance from Byndoor
52km

Timings and fees may change. Please confirm locally before travelling.

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How to reach

🚆 By train: Nearest railway station Kundapur railway station about 36km

✈️ By air: Mangalore International Airport about 126km

The trek

Distance
0.5km
Duration
1hr round trip
Difficulty
Moderate
Terrain
Forest path, rocky and stream path

Best time to visit

In short: Just after rainy days

Visitor information

Mobile networkNot available
Nearest ATMMaranakatte
RestroomsNot available

Location

Timings, fees and availability change. Please confirm locally before travelling. Carry your litter back with you — Byndoor has few bins outside town.