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Dhani Waterfall
Dhani Waterfall drops directly onto the Neelum road about 40 km out of Muzaffarabad, close enough to the tarmac that most vehicles simply pull over. Tea stalls along the roadside make it a natural first stop on the drive up the valley, and the waterfall's height and volume make it one of the most photographed spots on the whole route.
Dhani Waterfall drops directly onto the Neelum road about 40 km out of Muzaffarabad, close enough to the tarmac that most vehicles simply pull over. Tea stalls along the roadside make it a natural first stop on the drive up the valley, and the waterfall's height and volume make it one of the most photographed spots on the whole route.
Why go
- ✦Right on the main Neelum Valley road
- ✦Roadside tea stalls
- ✦One of the tallest roadside falls in the valley
The Valley's First Big Stop
For most travellers heading up the Neelum Valley, Dhani is the first genuinely dramatic sight after leaving Muzaffarabad, close enough to the road that it barely requires a detour, which is part of why it draws a crowd in peak season.
Plan It with GreenPak
A quick, easy stop to build into day one of any Neelum Valley itinerary, use Plan a trip to sequence it with the other roadside waterfalls further up the valley.
Planning tip
When to go, June to September, when snowmelt keeps the flow at its strongest; still worth a stop in shoulder months.
Getting there, Directly on the Muzaffarabad-Athmuqam road, about 40 km from Muzaffarabad.
Allow, 15-30 minutes for photos and a tea stop.
