About Tuirihiau Falls
Tuirihiau Falls is a scenic waterfall located about 5 km south of Thenzawl in Serchhip District, Mizoram, on the Vanva River. It is notable for a natural arch and cave-like formation behind the falling water that allows visitors to walk behind the curtain of water. Surrounded by forested hills, the falls is most impressive during and after the monsoon and is often visited together with nearby Vantawng Falls.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested gorge setting where water drops about 25-30 meters over a curved rock face forming a natural arch. A rough path and steps lead down to the base, where visitors can walk behind the waterfall through the cave-like recess and view the water curtain from inside. The area is natural and undeveloped with viewpoints for photography and sightseeing, surrounded by dense vegetation and rocky terrain.
Key highlights
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Natural arch and cave behind the waterfall allowing visitors to walk behind the water curtain
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Located on the Vanva River about 5 km from Thenzawl town
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Surrounded by forested hills and rocky gorge landscape
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Most spectacular during monsoon and post-monsoon months
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Often combined with a visit to nearby Vantawng Falls
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Lengpui Airport near Aizawl, about 90-100 km away; onward journey by road to Thenzawl |
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| By train | Nearest railhead is Sairang Railway Station near Aizawl, about 95 km away; further road journey required to Thenzawl |
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