The Lushington Falls as the Unchalli Falls is popularly known as is India most splendid waterfall. The shape of the fall is unusual accompanied with its unchecked flow. The dramatic setting of the fall amidst the lush greenery of the forested hill mesmerized every tourist who visits it. The fall has been named after the district collector of the British government J. D. Ludhington.

If one had visited this fall when one was in a good mood and had an amazing experience, he may compare this fall to many other fall yet find this as the most charming one. The height of the fall is 116m. The drop is created by the Aghanashini River. The Unchalli Falls is situated in Siddapur Taluk in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. The most recommended time to visit this fall is during midday when there is a chance to a get an amazing view of the rainbow. The fall is called the Keppa Joga because the sound created by the waterfall is deafening.

Unchalli Fall in Siddhapura is located 25kms from Sirsi in Uttara kannada district. To reach the place, one may opt for train or air. The nearest rail head is Kumta and the nearest airport is Hubli. If one is planning to stay near the Unchalli Fall, then accommodation is available at sirsi or Yellapur. The government buses ply till Heggarani, a silent village in Kannada district. From Heggarani one may walk for 5 kilometers through the dense forest to reach the Unchalli fall.

Of all the places in and around Unchalli fall is the famous fall in the whole locality. It may be not very crowded place as the place is known to many. To reach it one may take a right at the SH 48 from Siddhapur. First comes the Unchalli village and then comes the fall. If one may still be confused with the routes the localities can be asked for help.

There are even sign boards available to help tourists. From the parking point the tourist has to reach the Unchalli point to get a view of this waterfall. The view of the cascade appears bravura. During the rainy season the fall is it full force because of the constant supply of water and it makes a roaring sound. Trekking is an adventure sport at this point. So tourist may reach the base of the fall if they wish to. One must be careful as the base is steep. It takes about 20-25 minutes to reach the base. As not too many people are able to gain the courage to reach the base, therefore some who get down will have great fun there. The water is cold and the memories which are made here are unforgettable memories. However the place has lots of leeches and therefore one must take the necessary steps.

The waterfall has to be reached after crossing a virgin forest and therefore the experience becomes all the more exciting. There is a cloud cover all over the place therefore the fall from a distance may not be visible. Even the force of the waterfall is such that the tourist gets totally drenched and therefore if you do not want to get wet carries a raincoat with you. The best time to visit is during winter and online jackets for girls should be in the luggage packing list.