Simba Fall
Simba Fall is one of the hidden gem located in Mahankal Gaupalika, near Manikhel of southern part of Lalitpur, Nepal. This waterfall is located in beautiful natural environment. Simba Falls sits in Mahankal Rural Municipality-2, between Rigin Danda and Manikhel Khawa in Lalitpur district. The surrounding Tamang village of Manikhel perches at over 2,000 m, offering sweeping views of terraced fields and distant peaks, and warm hospitality from local residents. Simba fall is the unexplored and isolated destination near Kathmandu valley. It is in just 45-50 KM distance from center of Kathmandu.
The name of Simba Fall is derived from tamang language. The meaning is “Simba” means “cold,” a fitting tribute to the mountain-fresh water plunging some 300 m through green canopies. Simba Falls is a cluster of five icy cascades tucked into the forested hills of Manikhel. The nearby village of Manikhel is a traditional Tamang settlement perched at over 2,000 m, where terraced farms and distant peaks unfold in all directions and locals welcome visitors with warm hospitality.
Fact
| Distance from Kathmandu | 45–50 km by road |
| Altitude | 2,000 m above sea level |
| Height of Fall | 300 m total drop |
| Number of Cascades | Five small waterfalls |
| Location | Mahankal Rural Municipality-2, between Rigin Danda & Manikhel Khawa |
| Name Meaning | “Cold” in Tamang language |
| Travel Duration from Kathandu | 3-5 hours |
| Best Time | Aug.-Sept. |
How to reach in Simba Falls?
Simba Falls is in just 40-50 KM from Kathmandu. Most of the road condition is normal whereas some part is little bad. You can use private as well as public vehicles to reach here.
Route: Ratnapark-Lagankhel - Thecho - Chapagaun - Lele - Bhardeu - Chaughare - Gotikhel - Manikhel Rigin Dobhan - Simba Falls.
You should walk about 30 -40 minutes from Rigin Dobhan to reach here.
Nearby
- Tileshwor Mahadev Temple
- Chamere Cave
- Kaleshwor Mahadev
- Baitarni Dham
- Ashrang Waterfall