About Panimur Waterfalls
Panimur Waterfalls is a wide cascade waterfall on the Kopili River at Panimur village in Dima Hasao district, Assam, near the Assam-Meghalaya border. Formed where the river flows over rocky terrain, it creates a broad, shallow fall with multiple streams and natural pools. Surrounded by forested hills, it is known for its scenic landscape, clear water in winter, and popularity as a picnic and swimming spot for visitors from Nagaon, Hojai and Guwahati.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a broad, low-height cascade spread across the rocky bed of the Kopili River with multiple small drops, shallow pools and boulders. The setting is surrounded by forested hills and open river valley. Areas to explore include the rocky riverbed, shallow wading pools and viewpoints along the banks. Activities commonly available include sightseeing, photography, wading and swimming in calmer winter months, seasonal boating, and picnicking on the rocks and riverbanks.
Key highlights
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Wide cascade waterfall formed on the Kopili River
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Broad rocky riverbed with shallow natural pools suitable for wading in winter
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Scenic forested hills surrounding the falls
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Popular winter picnic and photography spot
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Seasonal boating on the Kopili River near the falls
Culture & Context
The Kopili River is significant to local Dimasa and other communities in Dima Hasao; Panimur Waterfalls is a well-known community recreation and winter picnic destination in Assam
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, then by road to Panimur |
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| By train | Nearest major railheads are Hojai Railway Station and Lumding Junction; onward journey by road to Panimur |