Yes, I believe that it is safe for families. It is not hard and it is not long, unless you choose to go to the hilltop village that is way past the top of the trail (There is a mountainside Hindu temple up there). As for security, there is only a ticket booth near, but not AT the bottom, and there are about three small kiosks with people selling cold drinks and snacks, but of course, they are not security personnel. There is no fencing on the trail but there are two great places along the way and at the first "top" stop to swim! Enjoy! (I just read in the news here in the States that your city just hosted the TEST Cricket Matches!)

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Waterfall area will be nice for mid may. However you might face hot and humid weather throught the day if it is not a rainy season.

Hi there, actually its not much of a 'hike' on a trail, rather you walk along the highway from town for about 20/30 mins (or you can drive) and when you reach the sign and entry point it is a very steep gravel road with switchbacks-also about 20/30 mins. then you see a sign on the left and walk a few steps to reach neer garh waterfall. the only view is the small waterfall. I would only suggest talking a 7yr old part way, or maybe even drive the whole way if it is a hot day or are tired. driving it would be very near. I think people like to walk as the highway follows the river and its nice if you can put up with the cars.

Depends on where you are going in northern India. In July/August Deli is HOT so go north! But we went to Rishikesh to see the Ganges and the religious symbolism or honor it has in the life, and daily life of some, Sikh temples (we were welcomed in for song/dance/music and free meals) and the ashram the Beatles studied at. We went further north to Shimla then Manali (great place in the cooler mountains) then took a bus across the Himalayas with snow and glaciers at 17,500 ft (July 29) and up to Leh where it was cool enough for a long sleeve shirt (65-70) but a refreshing break from Delhi. The National Highway from Manali to Leh is ONLY open from June to Oct and the 300 Mile trip takes 20 hours (2 day trip each way but it’s cheap) but I really recommend it as a once in a lifetime trip! Unbelievable colors in the mountains above the tree line, at one point I saw 8 very high cascading waterfalls at one time and it’s just overwhelming in its uniqueness.

yes but last 1 km you have to trek only

Sorry just seen this.... plenty of water, sunscreen and only a few rupees

Steep grade steps for sure. Don't think they would worry someone afraid of heights.Just take your time