Kempty Falls
Kempty Falls
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6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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- sakeskarMumbai, India81 contributionsVisited Kempty Falls today. We started from Gandhi Chowk by 10 and reached Kempty Falls in 1.5 hours. The road is narrow & at many locations, one car has to stop. The Cable charges are too exorbitant ( 250 per person for 2 way). It is less than 2 minute ride. Place is crowded by too many tea and Maggi stalls. There are multiple spots for photo shooting. Many shops on road to cable car ticket counter. Shops are reasonable and cheaper than Mall Road shops.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 18, 2024
- susanta nathZirakpur, India128 contributionsArea is very busy indeed, lots of commercial shops, have to park vehicle on side of road (paid parking). Then you can go walking to cable car or trek to waterfall as per choice. Paid to and fro cable car charges taken first then you ride down to waterfall area. The waterfall area has been commercialized into a swimming area with shops around. Its really busy there and water also dirty.Visited June 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 10, 2024
- minoli d22 contributionsKempty falls is a beautiful place to visit , but commercialized , if you wanted buy handmade stuff , yep are lucky ... Souvenirs, little pouches and etc. I preffered steps to reach kempty falls but cable car is availabel. You can rent bathing suites for reasonable prices buy suggest to carry your own suites!Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten September 13, 2024
- PrathvirajMumbai, India3 contributionsIt was nice place to hangouts but the food are so much expensive not worth with the price. And so much crowded and traffics, the view and landmark is amazing. For friends in big group would be good recommendation for this place I must say.Visited December 2024Traveled with familyWritten December 2, 2024
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Manasi K
7 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Do I have to give it 1 star? It is awful. Do not waste time going here. It is long road and absolutely not worth it. I am appalled by the scenes at this waterfall. The unauthorised construction, the hawkers and the tourists bathing in unhygienic waters. I do not understand why there is no action taken by authorities to stop all this at a beautiful creation of Mother Nature. Why can’t people just come to the falls, click few photos and leave??? Why there needs to be Maggi points surrounding the falls.
Please do not go here. Do not waste your time. Someone has written a true review here that it is a perfect murder of Mother nature.
Please do not go here. Do not waste your time. Someone has written a true review here that it is a perfect murder of Mother nature.
Written December 30, 2023
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Sandy_JSR
Jamshedpur, India2,334 contributions
Jun 2022
Visited as part of day tour from Mussoorie on a Saturday afternoon under cloudy and relatively cool weather due to rain. The falls is situated around 13 km from the city. The place where we had been dropped by our cab, it was in the midst of a marketplace, the entry to the fall is through such marketplace only. We used rope ways @ Rs. 150 per pax. The waterfall cascades down from the mountains and lands into to the pool below. There are pools at different levels, the drop point of the ropeway is situated nearer to the lowest pool level, the place was almost empty. We climbed through slippery stairs to next higher pool level, where the waterfall was touching the pool. The place was overcrowded despite bad weather, several tourists were bathing in groups in the pool, almost like a water park scene. There were small snacks shops, locker and change rooms, could not get a cup of tea through ordered due to overcrowd. The entire place including stairs, were slippery and dirty, garbage like plastics bottles, used tea cups etc., were lying there. Overall, an average experience for us.
Written February 27, 2023
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1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Friends
Kempty falls is not located in Mussoorie. It is located 13 kms away from Mussoorie at the Tehri Gerhwal district. Upon reaching parking charges are required to park any kind of vehicle (rates may vary depending on vehicles/season), however no entry fees are needed. After parking one may descend a flight of stairs to reach the bottom of the fall. The steps from the top to bottom and left and right are surrounded by small shops. Even the waterfall is surrounded by the shops where you may choose to take a dip or swim. Tourists are facilitated with lockers for their clothes and belongings. Kempty falls is always crowded. If you like peace and nature this place is definitely not for you. The sight is more of people taking bath,loud noises and packed shops rather than the waterfall and it's therapeutic sound. I definitely do not recommend this place to nature lovers. The view of the falls is best enjoyed from afar away.
Written April 14, 2023
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GauravJ84
Pune, India84 contributions
May 2022 • Family
Not sure why it is has so much hype. A regular picnic spot where you find a pond, a waterfall, few places to eat Maggie and other snack item.
Too much crowd hence someone has to be very early to place to beat traffic.
Would need to walk a bit to reach the waterfall so pls be prepare.
Get your swim costume with otherwise otherwise it was available on rent on decent price. Only hygiene could be a problem.
Too much crowd hence someone has to be very early to place to beat traffic.
Would need to walk a bit to reach the waterfall so pls be prepare.
Get your swim costume with otherwise otherwise it was available on rent on decent price. Only hygiene could be a problem.
Written April 13, 2023
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Krishnakumar CM
Bengaluru, India542 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
It was with the expectation of meeting
a nice water fall we went there. On a holiday with heavy traffic with rash drivers and almost no parking space for cars we reached there.We realised that climbing down and up to the falls is was a sheer waste of time.No good hotels nearby.A small toilet area charging 10Rs for urinal usage.The stream of the water falling down for a short height was really unattractive.
a nice water fall we went there. On a holiday with heavy traffic with rash drivers and almost no parking space for cars we reached there.We realised that climbing down and up to the falls is was a sheer waste of time.No good hotels nearby.A small toilet area charging 10Rs for urinal usage.The stream of the water falling down for a short height was really unattractive.
Written July 12, 2022
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ruchitk
Mumbai, India173 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
We went on a trekking trip to Kempty falls with Manish .. we were supposed to go to Bird Sanctuary which was our initial plan but on 27th it raining all night and early morning so we cancelled but by early afternoon It stopped raining and we were keen to do something and it was a blessing in disguise we ended up going to Kempty falls.
We were with our Son who is 6 years old and it was his 3rd trekking experience but never down a steep mountain . The view was breathtaking .. foggy.. green .. light drizzle.
The way Manish took down the trail was smooth and explained us about different plants and its benefits even the mystery and history behind the name and place Kempty falls.
We crossed a flowing river which was freezing cold but a lifetime experience we actually set up our selves on a rock there for an hour or so just gazing around and enjoying the flow and noise of the river
Setup a tent by the river.. cooked Maggie and tea the primitive method of collecting branches and burning them it was an experience in it self.
The peace , the connect with nature and mother earth made us realize that this is life moments cherished together loving our natural environment.
A must must go trip with Manish if your staying at Jw Marriott walnut Grove.
We were with our Son who is 6 years old and it was his 3rd trekking experience but never down a steep mountain . The view was breathtaking .. foggy.. green .. light drizzle.
The way Manish took down the trail was smooth and explained us about different plants and its benefits even the mystery and history behind the name and place Kempty falls.
We crossed a flowing river which was freezing cold but a lifetime experience we actually set up our selves on a rock there for an hour or so just gazing around and enjoying the flow and noise of the river
Setup a tent by the river.. cooked Maggie and tea the primitive method of collecting branches and burning them it was an experience in it self.
The peace , the connect with nature and mother earth made us realize that this is life moments cherished together loving our natural environment.
A must must go trip with Manish if your staying at Jw Marriott walnut Grove.
Written August 31, 2021
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sameersshah
Mumbai, India506 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
It's not at all worth. Better you stay at hotel and enjoy the nature or move out for a walk to enjoy.
The waterfall itself is huge with a lot of gushing water flow. But what makes it pathetic is infrastructure built around it making the fall crushed between structures, shops and filth.
I visited the place in January 2022 which is almost off season, hardly 10 tourist were there including me but I found this place not worth a visit.
You will be highly disappointed to see the condition around the waterfall. It's pathetic.
Waterfall itself is very beautifull but surrounding makes it like a gutter pipeline leaking.
I did not like the place at all. The road leading to Kempty is worth driving. But that's all....
The waterfall itself is huge with a lot of gushing water flow. But what makes it pathetic is infrastructure built around it making the fall crushed between structures, shops and filth.
I visited the place in January 2022 which is almost off season, hardly 10 tourist were there including me but I found this place not worth a visit.
You will be highly disappointed to see the condition around the waterfall. It's pathetic.
Waterfall itself is very beautifull but surrounding makes it like a gutter pipeline leaking.
I did not like the place at all. The road leading to Kempty is worth driving. But that's all....
Written January 30, 2022
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Jignesh Shah
Gujarat, India79 contributions
May 2022 • Family
Very crowded. It’s about 20 km from Mussoorie. You can go by car or rented scooter. One will have to go down about 1km to reach the fall where you can enjoy the Himalayan water in pond. It’s quite a small one surrounded by tens of shops. Reaching to fall is like crossing through the the crowded market where you can do some window shopping. There is a ropeway which charge about 150/- for Single/Return trip. One can rent out swim costumes for 50/- Overall it was a average experience.
Written May 2, 2022
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Sridhar
Eden Prairie, MN459 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
The falls itself is very pretty and the water appeared white and clear(just like you might have seen in some pictures). You can either walk or take a cable car ride to see the waterfall. You will see hundreds of people getting into the water and having fun. There are a few lookouts to to enjoy the waterfall and take pictures. Kempty Falls was only 5 kilometers from our hotel JW Marriott but I guess is a good 45-60mins. drive in a car from Mussoorie(depending on the traffic). Stop littering and save this wonderful spot for others to enjoy as well. The city has a task cut out for them to take action and tidy up this place which I believe is one of the attraction in Mussoorie!
Written July 14, 2023
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satwantpool
Singapore, Singapore364 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The waterfall is beautiful & very cooling on a warm day. But the cleanliness is very bad. Litter is found everywhere. The guys running the place do not bother to maintain it and they themselves contribute to the litter. Pampers can be found in the pool. Sadly some even bathe and take sips from the water. The Himdola (Kempty Fall Ropeways) seems risky, but is actually safe.
Written October 6, 2023
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I will be reaching mussoorie at 2.00pm by bus. If i directly visit kempty falls.Can we keep large bags and expensive stuff there? Is is safe and can accomodate all my bags?
Written August 13, 2023
One has to climb down, through stairs or cablel car, from oad level to see the falls. Though there are shops / restaurant at the entry / road level, but don't recall seen any provision for luggage keeping. May be you have to keep the luggae at some of these shops, but not sure about safety and security of your belongings.
Written August 17, 2023
hellooo...
can be able to bring our small pet shihtzu puppy with us to the kempty fall she is very much friendly
Written June 4, 2022
Please tell me that i have a small poodle
Its friendly and they allowed or not
Written March 16, 2023
can we able to bring our small handy puppie to the kempty fall she is very much friendly puppy
Written June 4, 2022
U will have to ask the Cable car authorities. As u need to sit in cable car to reach kempty falls
Written July 7, 2022
Are the tourist places like kempty falls, Gun hills, etc closed on Fridays ? One travel website says most of the places are closed on Fridays. Is it true ? No mention about this point anywhere else ?
Written April 28, 2019
Can we take our own car? Will parking be available? Also, is it good to visit this place in April-May? Iam choosing summer as I have a 3 month old baby. Are babies allowed in cable car?
Written April 26, 2019
Yes you can take your car. Parking is available, guess paid one. April - May is absolutely a good time to visit when it's very pleasant and not very cold as usual. Yes babies are allowed on cable car
Written April 26, 2019
krishnendufpt
Berhampore, India
From Dehradun..booking a 4 seater..by covering kempty falls..going to mall road..MUSSOORIE...what will be one way car fare?
Written September 17, 2018
I believed it should be between 1200 to 1500 either for hatchback or sedan as distance from Dehradun is not more so offcourse they have min Kms limits whether to use or not (150 to 200)..more to that they charge extra per km wise. If u r a good negotiator I guess one way charges as per your itinerary 1100 is enough. 😀
Written September 17, 2018
krishnendufpt
Berhampore, India
What is the resreved car fare (indigo )
for:
1.Mussouri to Dhanoulti?
2.Dhanoulti to Dehrdaun?
3.Dehradun to Mussouri?
Journey should be part by part.
From Where we can hire car from Dehradun to Mussouri & Next from Mussouri to Dhanoulti?
Written September 16, 2018
You should deal with the local transport and take full Mussoorie to Dhanaulti to dehradun and back to mussoorie so you can get economic pakage.
Written October 4, 2018
What are the charges per person for the rope way at the Kempty falls?
Written April 16, 2018
Will the water falls get dry up during summer season? I am planning to visit Mussorie in June mainly for enjoying kempty falls.
Written April 8, 2018
waterfalls will not get dry. but plan trip on weekdays. weekends will see crowd and u ll waste time in lining up for parking and ur turn to reach d falls
Written April 8, 2018
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